Chester County Family Development Center
421 McFarlan Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348 · Chester County
Keystone STAR 4
Chester County Family Development Center is a certified child care center in Kennett Square, PA, with capacity for 82 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 34 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 34). 2 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #11 of 11 centers in Kennett Square and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
More citations than 65% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#11 of 11 centers in Kennett Square
2
Core-safety citations
32
Other citations
5
Inspections
0
Complaint investigations that found violations
34 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 2 in the last 12 months · last inspected Feb 11, 2026
Every state visit
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
6
Training & qualifications
6
Emergency preparedness
4
Health & medication
3
Background checks
2
Transportation
1
Citations, newest first
Citation
Feb 11, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
On February 11, 2026, during the renewal inspection, the outlets in the Preschool 4 classroom on the blue wall, and the Preschool 3 classroom over the sink., did not contain protective receptacle covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Provider will place protective covers in outlets.”
Citation
Feb 11, 2026
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Small Toys and Objects 55 Pa. Code §3270.103
On February 11, 2026, during the renewal inspection, there were plastic gloves on a shelf in the preschool 4 classroom in reach and accessible to children receiving care in the space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 11, 2026): “Provider will move plastic gloves away and out of reach of children.”
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
On 2/21/24, at time of inspection, Staff #2 file did not contain an updated PA Criminal clearance dated within 60 months as required by CPSL. The PA Criminal clearance on file was dated 11/19/18. Additionally, Staff #3 file did not contain results of PA Criminal Clearance as required by CPSL.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 7, 2024): “Staff #2 PA Criminal Clearance dated 11/13/23 was obtained and placed in the file. Staff #3 PA Criminal clearance was processed and awaiting results. Staff #3 will not be present at the facility until results are obtained.”
Citation
Feb 21, 2024
Inspection
Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
On 2/21/24, at time of inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 files did not contain an updated health assessment. Staff #1 health assessment was dated 7/30/21; Staff #2 health assessment was dated 2/15/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 21, 2024): “Staff #1 obtained health assessment on 2/22/24. Staff #2 will obtain health assessment.”
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not have a signed/updated disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 13, 2023): “Provider will have staff #2 sign a disclosure statement and put it in their file.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Plan reviewed/updated annually 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(b)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan was not updated to include continuity of operations or specific staff duties per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will update the emergency plan to include the required updates per announcement c-22-04, issued 4/19/22 to include the continuity of operations and the specific staff and duties assigned.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
110º F or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.69(b)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and the water temperature in was at 113.5° f.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will lower the water temp so that it is below 110° f.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and there was chipped paint throughout in the following areas: prek 2 near the door and computers, PREK 1 bottom wall on the left of the door between the stove and shelf and rm HSSAP in corner near the math center sign.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider repair/repaint the areas reported throughout the facility.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walk through and throughout the facility there were no bathroom signs that stated that "a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating ". at every toileting or sink area.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will post bathroom signs that state that "a facility person and an able child shall wash his hands after toileting and before eating " at each toilet, training chair, diapering area and sink in the facility.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the emergency plan and there was no emergency drill log on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will create an emergency drill log to be used to record annual emergency drills.”
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Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no record of current liability insurance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will get current liability insurance and keep proof of coverage on file at the facility at all times.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain an annual employee evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will obtain staff evaluations for staff #2 and staff #3.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the agreement forms for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 didn't include release persons.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will include the names of the release persons on the agreement forms for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Physician name, address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the file for child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 doesnt have the name, address or phone number for the physician on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will put the name, address and phone number for the physician on the emergency contact form for child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
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 children's file and the emergency contact forms for child #1,child #2, child #3,child #4 and child #5 didn't have written consent for emergency medical care.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will get written consent for emergency medical care on the emergency contact forms for child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the files for child #2,child #3, child #4 and child #5 did not include their health insurance or policy number on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will have the name of insurance and policy number put into the emergency contact form for child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the emergency contact forms for child #1,#2,#3,#4, and child #5 didn't have a signed parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will get the parents of child 1,#2,#3,#4,and child #5 to sign parental consent for the administration of medications or special dietary needs.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
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 children's file and the emergency contact forms for child #1,#2,#3,#4,and child #5 didn't have a signed parental consent for minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will have the parents of child 1,#2,#3,#4 and child #5 to sign parental consent for minor first aid.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(6)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's file and the emergency contact forms for child #1,#2,#3,#4 and child #5 didn't have a signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will get the parents of child 1,#2,#3,#4 and child #5 to sign parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3 did not include a verification of child care experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 12, 2023): “Provider will obtain the employment verification for staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(b)
during the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and there was no certificate of occupancy on file at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 19, 2023): “Provider will obtain their certificate of occupancy and keep it on file at the facility.”
Citation
Apr 7, 2023
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file of staff #3 did not have the minimum 12 hrs of annual childcare training that is required.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 14, 2023): “Provider will have staff #3 take 12 hrs of training as required.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE EMERGENCY PLAN AND THERE WAS NO METHOD THAT SHOWED HOW PARENTS WERE TO BE INFORMED THAT AN EMERGENCY SITUATION ARISES OR WHEN IT WAS OVER AND TO PROVIDE INSTRUCTION FOR SAFE REUNIFICATION WITH THEIR CHILDREN.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Emergency Response Plan will be updated to describe how the facility persons will contact families as soon as an emergency situation arises and has ended including how families can be reunited with their children.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Building & playground safety
Handwashing signs 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(h)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH AND THERE WERE NO SIGNS IN THE CHILDRENS BATHROOMS THAT STATED THAT STAFF AND CHILDREN SHOULD WASH THEIR HANDS AFTER TOILETING AND BEFORE EATING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Handwashing signs have been placed to demonstrate handwashing after toileting and before eating at each toilet, sink and changing table area.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALK THROUGH AND THROUGHOUT THE FACILITY, DURING NAPTIME, CHILDREN WERE LAYING ON UNLABLED COTS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “All cots will be labeled and assigned to individual children. Classroom teachers will ensure each child has their assigned cot an appropriate covering during nap time. .”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Health & medication
Record include X-ray results and evaluation/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)(ii)/3270.192(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #2 CONTAINED POSITIVE TUBERCULIN RESULTS WITH NO XRAY OR EVALUATION FOR CHEMOPROPHYLAXIS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Staff #2 XRAY Evaluation for Chemoprophylaxis has been maintained in the personnel file.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT INCLUDE ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Emergency Response Plan will be updated to reflect accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medication conditions.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED THE FACILITY FILES AND THERE WAS NO ANNUAL WRITTEN NOTIFICATION TO THE LOCAL TRAFFIC AND SAFETY AUTHORITIES.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Annual Traffic Safety Letter is documented and found on the bulletin board at the entrance of the facility.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #4 AND STAFF #5 DID NOT INCLUDE FIRE SAFETY TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Staff # 6, 5 and 4 professional fire safety training documentation will be maintained in their individual personnel record and does not exceed 12 months. All staff will receive professional fire safety training annually, documentation will be placed in their personnel record.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #5 DID NOT HAVE DID NOT HAVE A STAFF EVALUATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Staff # 5 employee evaluation has been printed from the online platform and placed in the individual personnel record.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Employed and present 30 hrs/wk/Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(c)/3270.191
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THERE WAS NO FILE FOR STAFF #1 WHO IS SAID TO BE THE DIRECTOR OF THE FACILITY AND CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE WAS TOLD THAT THE DIRECTOR(STAFF #1) IS RARELY AT THE FACILITY.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Director of facility was indicated incorrectly to the Certification Representative; Staff Person # 1 is the Director of the overall PathStone program not the location of the visit. A personnel file for the director will be furnished to the certification representative.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone/Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)/3270.192(2)(i)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #4 DID NOT CONTAIN THE EMPLOYEE'S ADDRESS OR DATE OF BIRTH.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Staff #4 address and date of birth is documented on the individuals I-9 Form and maintained in the Personnel Record.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility/Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iv)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #2,STAFF #3 AND STAFF #5 DID NOT CONTAIN AN EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION FORM AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #2 DID NOT CONTAIN VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Employment Verification for Staff #2, #3, and #5 and the education verification for staff #2 will be documented and maintained in their personnel record.”
Citation
Mar 15, 2022
Inspection
Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #2,STAFF #3, STAFF #4, STAFF #5 AND STAFF #6 DID NOT HAVE THE MINIMUM 12 HRS OF ANNUAL CHILDCARE TRAINING THAT IS REQUIRED.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 16, 2022): “Documentation of 12 hours of annual childcare training will be documented and maintained in each individual personnel file.”
“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.
Daily rates
| Age group | Full time, per day | Part time, per day |
|---|---|---|
| Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) | $61.20 | $30.60 |
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $61.20 | $30.60 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $58.40 | $29.20 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $56.20 | $28.20 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $54.20 | $27.20 |
The daily price the center lists in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search for families paying privately. The state notes that rates are subject to change and programs don’t have to share them, so confirm with the center. See what daycare costs in Pennsylvania.
About this center
Capacity
82 children
Certificate status
Regular
Certificate valid through
Apr 1, 2027
Programs
PA Pre-K Counts, Head Start (state supplemental), Head Start
Operator
PathStone Corporation
Hours
Monday–Friday 7:30 AM–3:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone
(610) 925-5600
State certificate #
CER-00251778
Common questions
Has Chester County Family Development Center had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 2 violations 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 21, 2024 (background checks): “On 2/21/24, at time of inspection, Staff #2 file did not contain an updated PA Criminal clearance dated within 60 months as required by CPSL. The PA Criminal clearance on file was dated 11/19/18. Additionally, Staff #3…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Chester County Family Development Center?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Chester County Family Development Center since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is Chester County Family Development Center’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 27, 2025. 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 Chester County Family Development Center compare with other daycares in Kennett Square?
It is #11 of 11 centers in Kennett Square by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 65% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Chester County Family Development Center last inspected?
Feb 11, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does Chester County Family Development Center cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $61.20 for newborn, $61.20 for infant, $58.40 for young toddler, $56.20 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Chester County Family Development Center?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is PathStone Corporation.
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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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