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GPY Barkley Elementary School

320 2nd Ave, Phoenixville, PA 19460 · Chester County
Keystone STAR 1

GPY Barkley Elementary School is a certified child care center in Phoenixville, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 33 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (12 of 33). None of them came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #11 of 17 centers in Phoenixville and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 60% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#11 of 17 centers in Phoenixville
2 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
33 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · none in the last 12 months · last inspected Sep 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Sep 14, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Sep 24, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Oct 10, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Sep 19, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Sep 30, 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

Training & qualifications 12
Records & paperwork 9
Health & medication 6
Emergency preparedness 3
Background checks 2
Building & playground safety 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not have a disclosure statement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 24, 2025): “Provider will have staff #1 sign a disclosure statement and put it in their file. CORRECTED ONSITE.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1 did include a health assessment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “Provider will obtain a health assessment for staff #1.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Evacuation routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative conducted a facility walkthrough, and there was no evacuation routes posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “Provider will post evacuation routes in the facility”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “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.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include a fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2 complete the fire safety training and will place the record of the training in the staff file.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “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.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 22, 2025): “Provider will have the parents of child #1, child #2, child #3, child #4 and child #5 sign the emergency contact and forms.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #2 verification of education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Provider will obtain verification of education and put it into the file of staff #2.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 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, Oct 22, 2025): “Provider will obtain their certificate of occupancy and keep it on file at the facility.”
Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(h)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2 obtain the 2-part 6 hr. health and safety training”
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Citation Sep 24, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
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
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2 complete the required 12 hrs. of childcare trainings and place the record of the training in the staff file.”
Citation Oct 10, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During a renewal inspection conducted on 10/30/2024, Certification Representative observed that the 1st aid kit was missing tape, scissors and tweezers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 7, 2024): “Added tape, scissors and tweezers to the 1st Aid kit.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files, and the emergency plan did not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children when an emergency has ended.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2023): “Provider will update the emergency plan to include a method for staff to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Completed or signed by physician, PA, or CRNP 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(c)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2023): “Provider will obtain a physical form for child #2 that include a physician's signature.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Immunization record/Exemption documentation from parent/guardian 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)/3270.131(e)(1)
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2023): “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.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 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 4 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain a health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Provider will obtain a health assessment for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not include TB results.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Provider will obtain tb results for staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(2)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the emergency plan did not include information on how staff are to respond in the event of an evacuation to include specific staff duties.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2023): “Provider will update the emergency plan to include the specific procedures required in the event of an evacuation or relocation.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2023): “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.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 and staff #4 did not contain the 10 hr health and safety professional development training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2023): “Provider will have staff #1 and staff #4 take the 10 hr health and safety training and have both staff supervised at all times until the training is completed.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1 and staff #4 did not contain pqas certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 15, 2023): “Provider will have staff #1 and staff #4 and trained in a pqas certified pediatric cpr and first aid course given by a pqas certified instructor.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #4 did not contain fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2023): “Provider will provide staff #4 with fire safety training and place a record of the training in the staff's file.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #2 and staff #3 do not include mandated reporter trainings.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 3, 2023): “Provider will no longer have staff #2 or staff #3 working with children until they receive their mandated reporter training.”
Citation Sep 19, 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 #2 and staff #3 did not include proof of education and staff #4 did not have a verification of employment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Provider will obtain a proof of education for staff #2 and staff #3 and add an employment verification form to the file of staff #4.”
Citation Sep 19, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain 2 written nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 31, 2023): “Provider will obtain two nonfamily references for staff #2 and staff #3 and put into their personnel file.”
Citation Sep 19, 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 for staff #4 did not include 12 hours of annual training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 25, 2023): “Provider will have staff #4 take 12 hrs. of training.”
Core safety Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
FAICLITY PERSON #2 FILE DOES NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES. THE OUT OF STATE CLEARANCES HAS NOT BEEN RECEIVED WITHIN THE 45 DAYS HAS NOT BEEN MET.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2022): “Took staff off schedule and requested out of state clearances.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 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)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/30/22, STAFF 1 AND 2 FILE DID NOT HAVE VERIFICATION OF TB RESULTS ON FILE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2022): “Have both staff provide TB results or get tested again.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
HS/GED + 2 yrs/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.36(b)(5)/3270.192(2)(ii)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/30/22, STAFF 1 AND 2 FILE WERE MISSING VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION. STAFF 1 WAS ALSO MISSING VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “Have staff provide transcripts/diplomas for files.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
DURING THE RENEWA LINSPECTION ON 9/30/22, CHILD 5 AGREEMENT FORM WAS NOT SIGNED BY THE PARENT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “Have parent sign fee agreement at pick up.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/30/22, CHILD 3 AGREEMENT FORM DID NOT STATE THE FEE AMOUNT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 12, 2022): “Have parent sign fee agreement at pick up.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
General requirements for facility persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.33(d)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION CONDUCTED ON 9/30/22, STAFF 1 AND 2 WERE UNABLE TO PROVIDE VERIFICATION OF PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CARDIOPULMONARY RESUSCITATION.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jan 10, 2023): “Both staff are registered for CPR training on October 26th.”
Citation Sep 30, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Prevention and control of infectious diseases 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(1)
Staff person #2- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire 10 HOUR HEALTH AND SAFETY REQUIREMENTS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Oct 24, 2022): “Printed training out and put in staff 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
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $59.20 $26.08
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $59.20 $26.08

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 —
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Nov 2, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since May 27, 2022 · what STARS means
Operator Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:30 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (484) 921-5858
State certificate # CER-00260923
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Common questions

Has GPY Barkley Elementary School 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 Sep 24, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not have a disclosure statement.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about GPY Barkley Elementary School?

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

What is GPY Barkley Elementary School’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective May 27, 2022. 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 GPY Barkley Elementary School compare with other daycares in Phoenixville?

It is #11 of 17 centers in Phoenixville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 60% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was GPY Barkley Elementary School last inspected?

Sep 14, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does GPY Barkley Elementary School cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $59.20 for young school-age, $59.20 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs GPY Barkley Elementary School?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Greater Philadelphia YMCA.

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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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