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Chesterbrook Academy

Malvern, PA · Chester County
201 S Atwater Dr, Malvern, PA 19355
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Quick Facts

Capacity
211 children
Subsidized Program
Participates
Food Program
Does not participate
State Rating
1

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Contact Information

📞 (610) 647-5177
201 S Atwater Dr
Malvern, PA 19355
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00251820
License Issued
Apr 1, 2026
Active Through
Apr 1, 2027
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 19

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About the Provider

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What makes our school so special? Imagine children having so much fun in school that they can’t wait to arrive each morning. The excitement of our preschoolers is the result of a team effort. Our teachers are enthusiastic about developing lifelong learners. They genuinely care about children, and have the sensitivity and knowledge to understand a child’s individual developmental needs and learning styles. Our learning environment is built around children and their needs. It’s a place where children feel safe and ready to absorb what the world has to offer. Our classrooms feature well-equipped learning centers to allow hands-on practice of new skills in smaller groups. Outdoor time on our playground is built into every day’s schedule, weather permitting.

Hours of Operation

  • Monday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday6:30 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2) - Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)

Description: Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 2/2/26, the agreement reviewed for child #1 did not include the date of admission.

Correction Required: An agreement shall specify the date of the child's admission. A child's record shall contain the dates of application, admission and withdrawal of the child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
All agreements were checked to have the child's admission date. Missing record for child #1 was completed.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.76 - Building Surfaces Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.76

Description: Building Surfaces

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 2/2/26, water stains were observed on the ceiling tile in the toddler 2 childcare space and intermediate 1 childcare space.

Correction Required: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Leaking roof vents were sealed and ceiling tiles were replaced in the classrooms.
2026-02-02 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 2/2/26, chipped paint was observed in the toddler 2 childcare space next to the wooden cabinet and in the pre-k 2 childcare space in the meet the future and trace me section of the classroom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Classroom back walls were repainted.
2025-01-22 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted 1/22/25, peeled paint was observed on the windowsills in room 3 and 4, 2-year-old classrooms and the windowsill of room 8, 3--4-year-old classroom.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the child care facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Paint chip area will be cleaned spackled, sanded to smooth and painted.
2024-03-07 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.124(b)(6) - Insurance coverage information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(6)

Description: Insurance coverage information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed child #1's emergency contact information did not include the health insurance policy number. Corrected on site 3/08/2023.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits, if applicable.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Health insurance policy number was added to the emergency contact as given by the parent.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1) - Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)

Description: Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed child #2's health report did not include an up to date influenza vaccine. The last one on the immunization report is from 9/30/2021.

Correction Required: A health report shall include a review of the child's immunized status according to recommendations of the ACIP. The facility shall require the parent to provide updated written verification from a physician, physician's assistant, CRNP, the Department of Health or a local health department of ongoing vaccines administered to an infant, toddler or preschool child in accordance with the schedule recommended by the ACIP.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Contacted the parent if they were able to give us the printed updated written verification from a physician. Parent submitted updated vaccine report.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.81 - Glass Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.81

Description: Glass

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed a glass door in room #10 did not have a visual strip. Corrected on site 3/08/2023.

Correction Required: A visual strip or other visual identification shall be placed on glass located in a traffic area, a child care space or a play space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A visual strip/sticker was placed on the glass door at the time of inspection.
2023-03-08 Renewal 3270.82(h) - Handwashing signs Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.82(h)

Description: Handwashing signs

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection conducted on 3/08/2023 observed rooms #8 and #10 did not have handwashing signs posted above each sink. Corrected on site 3/08/2023.

Correction Required: A facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating. A sign on which this requirement is written shall be posted at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Handwashing signs were posted on each sink at the time of inspection.
2022-06-03 Renewal 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii) - Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)(10)/3270.192(2)(iii)

Description: Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR/Exp, educ., training at facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection Staff 4 did not have verification of completion of pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 4 complete pediatric first aid and pediatric CPR training by a PQAS approved instructor with a PQAS approved curriculum. Staff 4 must be supervised until training is complete and verification is placed in file.
2022-06-03 Renewal 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii) - Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection the files of Staff 8, Staff 9, Staff 10, Staff 11, Staff 13, Staff 14, Staff 15, and Staff 21 did not include verification of education to qualify for the position in which the person was performing.

Correction Required: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 8, Staff 9, Staff 10, Staff 11, Staff 13, Staff 14, Staff 15, and Staff 21 will obtain verification of education to meet qualifications for the position in which the person is performing and documentation will be maintained in file.
2022-04-25 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: Director acknowledged that video captured Staff 1 hitting child after the child stuffed her mouth with food.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff 1 will be removed permanently from a child care position at the facility.

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