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Assumption BVM School

290 State Rd, West Grove, PA 19390 · Chester County
Keystone STAR 1

Assumption BVM School is a certified child care center in West Grove, PA, with capacity for 58 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 20 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 20). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #10 of 11 centers in West Grove and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 63% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#10 of 11 centers in West Grove
1 Core-safety citations
19 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
20 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 4, 2025

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 4, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Oct 23, 2024 · Inspection · no citation Feb 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 26, 2023 · Report/investigation · no citation Nov 8, 2022 · Inspection · citation found May 9, 2022 · Inspection · citation found
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 12
Building & playground safety 3
Health & medication 2
Background checks 1
Emergency preparedness 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During renewal inspection on February 22, 2024, the record of staff #3 contained a PDE FBI clearance, which is not accepted by DHS under the CPSL and did not contain an NSOR clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Staff #3 may not work in a childcare position at the facility until all required documents are obtained and on file”
Citation Feb 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During renewal inspection on February 22, 2024, the record of staff #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily references and the record of staff #2 contained only one written nonfamily reference.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 22, 2024): “Provider has obtained two written, nonfamily references from these staff.”
Citation Nov 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 13 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES OF STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 DID NOT INCLUDE EMERGENCY PLAN TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF #6 AND STAFF #7 TRAINED ON THE FACILITY EMERGENCY PLAN.”
Citation Nov 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)/3270.192(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 13 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #6 DID NOT CONTGAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL OBTAIN A HEALTH ASSESSMENT FOR STAFF #6.”
Citation Nov 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDRENS FILES AND THE FILE FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL OBTAIN THE WRITTEN SIGNATURE GIVING CONSENT FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL CARE FROM THE PARENT OF CHILD #1.”
Citation Nov 8, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 5 CHILDRENS FILES AND THE FILE FOR CHILD #1 DID NOT INCLUDE SIGNED PARENTAL CONSENT FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF MINOR FIRST AID BY FACILITY STAFF.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL OBTAIN THE WRITTEN SIGNATURE GIVING CONSENT TO MINOR FIRST AID FROM THE PARENT OF CHILD #1.”
Citation Nov 8, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED DURING 13 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF NUMBERS 1 THOUGH 13 DID NOT INCLUDE AN APPROVED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 14, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE ENSURE THAT NO STAFF PERSON WHO HASN'T TAKEN THE APPROVED TRAINING IS WORKING UNSUPERVISED AND THAT ALL STAFF TAKE AN APPROVED MANDATED REPORTER TRAINING.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
Missing electrical outlet covers was observed in the indoor play space. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “Provider replaced all missing outlet covers in the indoor play space.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
It was observed indoor play space first aid kit did not have the following soap, scissors, tweezers, tape, and sterile gauze. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “A first aid kit was placed in the indoor play area on 5/11/22. It will remains inside the kitchen cabinet which is located inside indoor play space; labeled first aid kit for all staff to access when using indoor play space.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
It was observed that child # 3 and 4 health report did not include the statement that the child is able to participate in child care and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “The required health form was sent home to families requesting they be completed by their physicians.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Devices must be compliant 55 Pa. Code §3270.95(a)
It was observed that proof of fire detection purchase as well as proof of alarm testing was not available at the facility. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Provider contacted Wayman, our fire installation company and they were able to provide a document that shows proof of installation and proof of testing that the system is working. A copy of this verification to meet DHS regulations was forwarded to DHS.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
It was observed the liability insurance had an expiration date of 8/1/2021. Also the liability insurance address did not match the address of the facility being inspected.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2022): “Provided updated liability insurance showing complete address change.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
It was observed indoor play space did not have a daily activity scheduled posted. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “A daily schedule was created and posted in the indoor play space for Pre-K4 and Cares program. During the time in the indoor play space, children will have access to scooters, balls, jump ropes, hula hoops, dancing and other gross motor activities.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
It was observed that children # 1,2,3,4,9, and 10 agreement form did not include services provided. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “In the agreement forms all services provided for both our Pre-K and Cares program is listed on each child's form. The services varied from growth and development, to academic and social growth.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
It was observed that children # 1,2,3,4,9, and 10 agreement form did not have an admissions date documented. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Admissions dates were added to all children's agreement form.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)
It was observed that child # 4 and 10 emergency contact did not have parents work information completed. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Emergency contact form was sent home with child # 4 and 10 requiring parents to completely fill out all missing information. Including employment detailed information address and phone number.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
It was observed that children # 2, 5,6,7,8, and 9 emergency contact did not have a complete address for person that child can be released to. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Emergency forms were sent back to all parents requesting release person field is completely filled out with address and telephone number.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
It was observed that staff person # 1 file did not have high school diploma. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Communicated to the staff member of the requirements needed in the DHS file. Staff person # 1 provided high school transcript.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
It was observed that staff person # 2 health report was missing a signature and dated by a physician. All violation must be corrected prior to issuance of certification of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 20, 2022): “Staff person #2 provided a complete health report signed and dated by Physician.”
Citation May 9, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.25(a)
It was observed that the facility did not post regulations for parents to access. All violations must be corrected prior to issuance of certificate of compliance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 9, 2022): “Provider posted electronic bar code giving parents full access at all times to childcare regulations.”

“Core safety” marks citations about supervision and staff ratios, discipline and caregiver conduct, background checks, child protection and safe sleep, the topics our score weights most. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity. “Follow-up” marks a violation re-cited at a follow-up visit, counted once. How scores work.

Enforcement actions

Issuance of Provisional Certificate of Compliance at the time of Initial May 31, 2022
COMPASS status: Pending Appeal · the center has since been granted a regular certificate

Negative sanctions Pennsylvania lists for this center, such as a downgrade to a provisional certificate, refusing to renew or revoking its certificate of compliance, with the status COMPASS shows. “Operation permitted” means the center may keep operating while it appeals; “operation not permitted” means it may not.

About this center

Capacity 58 children
Certificate status Regular (COMPASS: awaiting renewal)
Certificate valid through Nov 20, 2026
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Jan 4, 2023 · what STARS means
Operator Assumption BVM Parish
Hours Monday–Friday 7:25 AM–2:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 869-9576
State certificate # CER-00244756
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Common questions

Has Assumption BVM School had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 1 violation since 2021 on the topics Daycare Record treats as core safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). The most recent, on Feb 22, 2024 (background checks): “During renewal inspection on February 22, 2024, the record of staff #3 contained a PDE FBI clearance, which is not accepted by DHS under the CPSL and did not contain an NSOR clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Assumption BVM School?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Assumption BVM School since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is Assumption BVM School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Jan 4, 2023. Keystone STARS is Pennsylvania’s quality rating program for child care, from STAR 1 to STAR 4. It measures program quality, not inspection results, so read both.

How does Assumption BVM School compare with other daycares in West Grove?

It is #10 of 11 centers in West Grove by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Assumption BVM School last inspected?

Sep 4, 2025 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

Who runs Assumption BVM School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Assumption BVM Parish.

Certified centers nearby

Citations are quoted from Pennsylvania Department of Human Services inspection records (Office of Child Development and Early Learning, Bureau of Certification Services), including each finding and the center’s plan of correction. Rule numbers refer mostly to 55 Pa. Code Chapter 3270, the rules for child care centers; a few cite Chapter 20, which covers every certified facility. Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; the “core safety” label and the score are Daycare Record’s.

To check the state’s own record, search the center’s name on COMPASS Child Care Provider Search and open its inspection history. Data refreshed Oct 16, 2026.

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