GPY Phoenixville BASE
GPY Phoenixville BASE is a certified child care center in Phoenixville, PA, with capacity for 62 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 13 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 5 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 17 centers in Phoenixville and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include the results of NSOR clearances. There is proof of application for but according to the Announcement C-25-01 provisional hires will need to have NSOR, Child Abuse, either State Police or FBI clearances, out-of-state clearances, if applicable, proof of application for all remaining clearances and a signed disclosure statement.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a health assessment including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file of staff #1 did not include a PQAS certified pediatric CPR and first aid training within 90 days of hire.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 children's files and the file for child #1 did not include an updated health report.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include two written non-family references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 8 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include a verified/translated degree. The degree that was in the file was a foreign degree that wasn't translated.
Child 1 and 2 did not have proof of a flu immunization nor a letter of exemption on file at the time of the inspection.
Staff 2 did not have proof of a physical report nor the results of a TB test on file at the time of the inspection.
Staff 1 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60 months.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THERE WERE OUTLET COVERS MISSING IN THE ELECTRICAL OUTLETS IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE ON THE LEFT.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THERE WAS A HOLE IN THE SHEET ROCK ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD TO CHILDREN IN THE CHILDCARE SPACE ON THE LEFT.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THERE WERE PEELING PAINT ON THE RED AND GREEN WALL IN THE CHILD CARE SPACE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 5/3/22, THE OPERATOR DID NOT HAVE A WAY TO PRROVIDE THE PARENTS OF EACH CHILD ENROLLED WITH INFORMATON ON HOW TO ACESS THE REGULATION IN THIS CHAPTER ELECTRONICALLY AND WITH INSTRUCTIONS FOR CONTACTING THE APPROPRIATE REGIONAL CHILD CARE OFFICE.
“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.) | $70.00 | $70.00 |
| Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) | $70.00 | $70.00 |
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
Common questions
Has GPY Phoenixville BASE 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 Mar 30, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include the results of NSOR clearances. There is proof of application for but according to the…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about GPY Phoenixville BASE?
Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at GPY Phoenixville BASE since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.
What is GPY Phoenixville BASE’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Nov 29, 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 Phoenixville BASE compare with other daycares in Phoenixville?
It is #3 of 17 centers in Phoenixville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 72% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was GPY Phoenixville BASE last inspected?
Mar 30, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does GPY Phoenixville BASE cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $70.00 for young school-age, $70.00 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs GPY Phoenixville BASE?
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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