GPY Manavon Elementary and PAELC

1 Phantom Way, Phoenixville, PA 19460 · Chester County

Keystone STAR 1

GPY Manavon Elementary and PAELC 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 34 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (14 of 34). 1 citation came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 17 centers in Phoenixville and has more citations per inspection than 61% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 61% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most

#12 of 17 centers in Phoenixville

1 Core-safety citations

33 Other citations

5 Inspections

0 Complaint investigations that found violations

34 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Nov 18, 2025

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 14

Training & qualifications 7

Health & medication 5

Emergency preparedness 4

Transportation 2

Background checks 1

Food & feeding 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Nov 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(1)(iv)

During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 6 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Dec 1, 2025): “Provider will have staff #2 complete the required 12 hrs. of childcare training and place the record of the training in the staff file.”

Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)

At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that staff #2 did not have documentation of the completion of fire safety training within the last year.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff #2 will complete fire safety training from an approved program.”

Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)

At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the agreement for child #2 was not signed by the parent and for child #1, 2, 4, and 5, was not signed by the operator. Child #3 did not have an agreement on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The parent will sign the agreement. The provider will ensure that agreements are signed by parents prior to the operators signing of the form. An agreement for child #3 will be completed.”

Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Amount of fee 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(1)

At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the agreements for child # 1, 4. and 5, did not specify the amount of the fee to be charged.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The agreements will be updated to specify the amount of the fee to be charged. .”

Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)

At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that child #5 had an agreement that did not specify the date of the child's admission.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The provider will specify the child's date of admission on the agreement.”

Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork

Each child emergency contact person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(a)

At the time of the renewal inspection the certification representative observed that the file for child #5 did not include emergency contact information.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “A parent will complete the emergency contact form to ensure that all emergency contact information is provided.”

Citation Feb 19, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications

Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)

At the time of the monitoring inspection the certification representative observed that staff #1 did not have 12 clock hours of childcare training.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “The staff will obtain 12 clock hours of childcare training and provide documentation for their file.”

Citation May 2, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications

Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 5/2/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff # 2 file contained an evaluation dated 9/15/2022

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2024): “Added staff # 2 2023 staff evaluation to staff file.”

Citation May 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.181(c)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 5/2/2024, 4 child files were reviewed. Child # 3 and 4 files contained fee agreements that were not updated once in a 6 month period. Child # 3 's fee agreement was dated 5/30/2023 and again on 5/7/2024. Child # 4 's fee agreement was signed on 5/21/2023 and not dated again as of 5/2/2024.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2024): “Have parent's review fee agreements at the beginning of the school years and sign the document. Then review it again in 6 months.”

Citation May 2, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork

Age 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(i)

During a renewal inspection conducted on 5/2/2024, 2 staff files were reviewed. Staff member # 1 file did not contain a valid form of ID to verify age. The file contained a PA DL that expired on 4/4/2023.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 3, 2024): “Added an updated driver's license to staff # 1's file.”

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Core safety Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Background checks

Comply with CPSL 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)

The file of Staff 1, staff 6 and staff 9, hired more than 45 days ago (see LIS for hire date), does not contain a complete child abuse and criminal history information required under CPSL. Staff 1 is missing their NSOR. Staff 6 and Staff 9 are missing the required out of state clearances for Delaware.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 30, 2023): “Staff 1, 6 and 9 may not work in a child care position at the facility until required CPSL clearances are on file.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(5)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Child 5 did not have an immunization record on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2023): “Child 5 will have an immunization record on file.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Staff 1, 8 and 9 did not have proof of a physical on file.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2023): “Staff 1, 8 and 9 will have a physical and a health report will be on file as proof.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Mantoux TB 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Staff 1 and 9 did not have proof of the TB results.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2023): “Staff 1 and 9 will have proof of the TB test results on file.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Health & medication

Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Child 4 and 5 did not have proof of a physical and is past 60 days foloowing the first day of attendance at the faciltiy (see LIS for start date).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2023): “Child 4 and 5 will have a physical and submit a Health report as proof.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Staff 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 have not completed the following pre-service training with in 90 days of hire (see LIS code sheet) - Missing pre-service training were in subsection (f)1 through 09.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 3, 2023): “Staff 1,2,4,5,6,7 and 8 shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)1-9 within 90 days of hire. Staff 1,2,4,5,6,7, and 8 will have until 3/18/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff 1, 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 must…”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Parent home/work address, phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(3)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Child 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5's emergency contact form did not have the enrolling parent's work address and phone number.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2023): “Child 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 will have their Emergency Contact form updated to include the enrolling parent's work address and phone number.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Child 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 emergency contact and agreement forms were not updated with in the last 6 months (last update for child - 6/2/22; child 2 - 5/3/22; child 3 - 7/29/22; child 4- 7/12/22; and child 5- 7/25/22).

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2023): “Child 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5 will have their parent update their emergency contact and agreement form then sign and date as proof of update.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork

Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(ii)

Staff 10 did not have proof of education nor experience on file at the time of the inpsection.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 27, 2023): “Staff 10 will obtain proof of education and experience and that proof will be kept on file.”

Citation Mar 3, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications

Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)

Upon review of the files, it was observed that Staff 1, 2, 3, and 4 have not completed the following pre-service training with in 90 days of hire (see LIS code sheet) - Missing pre-service training were in subsection (f)10.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 31, 2023): “Staff 1,2,3 and 4 shall complete professional development in the topics of 3270.31(f)10 within 90 days of hire. Staff 1,2,3, and 4 will have until 3/18/23 to complete the required training. Until such time as the required training has been completed, staff 1, 2, 3, and 4 must be supervised, when…”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE FACILITY DID NOT HAVE THE EMERGENCY PLAN POSTED IN A CONSPICUOUS LOCATION.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “EMERGENCY PLAN HAS BEEN PLACED ON DHS BOARD UPON ENTRANCE OF BUILDING.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Food & feeding

Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE MENU HAS NOT BEEN POSTED OR GIVEN TO FAMILIES A WEEK IN ADVANCE FOR SNACK.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “SNACK MENU HAS BEEN PLACED ON DHS BOARD, WHICH IS SEEN UPON ENTRY OF PROGRAM.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Transportation

Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE SAFE ROUTES WERE NOT POSTED AT THE FACILITY.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “SAFE ROUTES HAS BEEN PLACED ON DHS BOARD, WHICH IS SEEN UPON ENTRY OF PROGRAM.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT PROVIDE A PLAN FOR ACCOMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES, AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAS BEEN UPDATED TO REFLECT ACCOMMODATIONS FOR INFANTS, TODDLERS, CHILDREN WITH DISABILITES WITH CHRONIC MEDICAL CONDITIONS.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE FIRE DRILL LOG WAS REVIEWED, FIRE DRILL HAS NOT BEEN CONDUCTED WITHIN SIXTY DAYS APART. FIRE DRILL LOG READ, 11/11/21 AND 1/21/22.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “FIRE DRILLS HAVE BEEN CONDUCTED TO MAINTAIN SAFETY, AND TEAM MEMBERS ARE NOW AWARE 60 DAY RULE.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness

Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE EMERGENCY PLAN DID NOT STATE THE PLAN FOR LOCK-DOWN.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “THE EMERGENCY PLAN HAS BEEN UPDATED TO REFLECT THE PLAN FOR LOCK DOWN AS WELL AS SHELTER IN PLACE, AT THE FACILITY AND AWAY PREMISES.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Health & medication

Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, CHILD 4 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN AN INITIAL HEALTH REPORT UPON REQUEST.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “ALL HEALTH REPORTS HAVE BEEN REVIEWED ANDPARENTS HAVE BEEN NOTIFIED OF ANY MISSING ITEMS. ANY CHILD WHO HAS NOT TURNED IN THE PROPER DOCUMENTATION WILL NOT BE PERMITTED IN THE PROGRAM AFTER 2/25/22.”

Citation Feb 8, 2022 Inspection Transportation

Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)

DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 2/8/22, THE FACILITY HAS NOT NOTIFIED LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY AUTHORITIES ANNUALLY IN WRITING OF THE LOCATION OF THE FACILITY AND THE PROGRAM'S USE OF PEDESTRIAN AND VEHICULAR ROUTES AROUND THE CHILD CARE FACILITY.

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “LETTER OF TRANSPORTATION HAS BEEN UPDATED AND SENT TO THE LOCAL TRAFFIC SAFETY AUTHORITIES.”

Citation Feb 8, 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 ON 2/8/22, STAFF ONE FILE DID NOT HAVE THE REQUIRED EXPERIENCE FOR THE POSITION THEY HELD

Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 4, 2022): “STAFF PERSONS FILE HAS BEEN UPDATED TO REFLECT THE PROPER VERIFICATION NEEDED TO BE AN ASSISTANT GROUP SUPERVISOR.”