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GPY Barkley Elementary School

Phoenixville, PA · Chester County
320 2nd Ave, Phoenixville, PA 19460
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Quick Facts

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

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Contact Information

📞 (484) 921-5858
320 2nd Ave
Phoenixville, PA 19460
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Licensed Child Care Center
Active License
License Number
CER-00248870
License Issued
Nov 2, 2025
Active Through
Nov 2, 2026
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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Before and after school care for full-day Kindergarten and Elementary School students.

Trained, Experienced Staff
State-Licensed
Planned Curriculum
Swimming Lessons
Physical Fitness Class
Arts & Crafts
Indoor/Outdoor Recreation
Gym Time
Homework Supervision
Games & Activities
Recreational Swim
Child Food Program provides free meals and/or snacks.
A Free YMCA Youth Membership for every student enrolled full-time!

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 6:30 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.124(b)(7) - Name/address/phone release person Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(b)(7)

Description: Name/address/phone release person

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files, and the file of child #2 did not include the name, address and telephone number for the release person on the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: Emergency contact information must include the name, address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain the name, address and telephone number for the release person from the parent of child #2 add it on the emergency contact form.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c) - Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Description: Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the files for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include a parent signature for on the emergency contact form.

Correction Required: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have the parents of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 sign the emergency contact and forms.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.15(b) - Building Codes Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.15(b)

Description: Building Codes

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no certificate of occupancy on file at the facility.

Correction Required: The legal entity shall maintain ongoing compliance with the applicable requirements prescribed by the Department of Labor and Industry in 34 Pa. Code § 403.23 and under section 1016(c) of the act at all times following issuance of any certificate of compliance issued by the Department under this chapter.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain their certificate of occupancy and keep it on file at the facility.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.151(c)(1) - Physical examination Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(1)

Description: Physical examination

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1 did include a health assessment

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include a physical examination.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain a health assessment for staff #1.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.192(2)(ii) - Exp, educ., training prior to facility Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(2)(ii)

Description: Exp, educ., training prior to facility

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #2 verification of education.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include verification of childcare experience, education and training prior to service at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain verification of education and put it into the file of staff #2.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.192(4) - CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(4)

Description: CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not have a disclosure statement.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #1--- may not work in a childcare position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff #1 sign a disclosure statement and put it in their file. CORRECTED ONSITE.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #2, did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff #2 complete the required 12 hrs. of childcare trainings and place the record of the training in the staff file.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(i) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file of staff #2 did not include PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff #2 complete PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training. Staff #2 may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.31(e)(4)(ii) - Fire safety - 1 yr. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

Description: Fire safety - 1 yr.

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include a fire safety training.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff #2 complete the fire safety training and will place the record of the training in the staff file.
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.31(h) - Health and Safety Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(h)

Description: Health and Safety Training

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file of staff #2 did not include the 10-hr. health and safety training, with the 1hr update or the 10-hr health and safety revised or the 2-part 6 hr. health and safety per Announcement C-24-03 Health and Safety training.) mandated reporter training or emergency plan training.

Correction Required: All staff persons shall complete the professional development under § 3270.31(f).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will have staff #2 obtain the 2-part 6 hr. health and safety training
2025-09-24 Renewal 3270.94(a)(5) - Evacuation routes posted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.94(a)(5)

Description: Evacuation routes posted

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough, and there was no evacuation routes posted.

Correction Required: The Director or designated staff person who is responsible for compliance with this chapter ensure evacuation routes are posted in a conspicuous location on each floor of the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will post evacuation routes in the facility
2024-10-10 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/30/2024, Certification Representative observed that the 1st aid kit was missing tape, scissors and tweezers.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Added tape, scissors and tweezers to the 1st Aid kit.
2023-09-19 Renewal 3270.131(c) - Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.131(c)

Description: Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the physical form for child #2 did not have a physician's signature.

Correction Required: A health report must be written and signed by a physician, physician's assistant or a CRNP. The signature must include the individual's professional title.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will obtain a physical form for child #2 that include a physician's signature.
2023-09-19 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, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the immunization records for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and staff #5 did not a flu immunization and child #1 is also missing a Polio vaccine.

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.)
Provider will have the parents of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 provide an updated immunization record to include flu vaccinations and also a Polio vaccination for child #1.
2023-09-19 Renewal 3270.14/3270.21 - Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.14/3270.21

Description: Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety

Noncompliance Area: During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address comforting a distraught child or the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.

Correction Required: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will add information on how to comfort a crying, distraught child and the identification and prevention of Child Maltreatment to the Shaken Baby/Abusive Head Trauma and Child Maltreatment policy and keep it on file at the facility.

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