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Pennsylvania · Pottstown · 19464

GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center

1000 Heritage Dr, Pottstown, PA 19464 · Montgomery County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 3 complaint investigations found violations Keystone STAR 4 (accredited)

GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Pottstown, PA, with capacity for 143 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 (accredited) rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times and confirmed violations in 3 complaint investigations. The state cited 40 violations, 6 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep). 9 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #18 of 27 centers in Pottstown and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 75% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#18 of 27 centers in Pottstown
6 Core-safety citations
34 Other citations
6 Inspections
3 Complaint investigations that found violations
40 citations from 11 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 9 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jun 4, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jun 4, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 18, 2026 · Inspection · citation found May 21, 2025 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 18, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Feb 27, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 1, 2024 · Report/investigation · citation found Oct 19, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Aug 22, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Feb 27, 2023 · Inspection · no citation Apr 14, 2022 · Report/investigation · citation found Mar 7, 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

Building & playground safety 10
Records & paperwork 10
Food & feeding 5
Health & medication 5
Emergency preparedness 3
Caregiver conduct 3
Supervision 2
Background checks 1
Training & qualifications 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jun 4, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
Certification representative conducted an allocated unannounced visit. There was yellow peeling paint located on the hallway walls.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 14, 2026): “Provider will have peeling paint repaired.”
Core safety Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The PA state police clearance for staff person #1 was not legible and did not have the required disseminated date available.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2026): “Provider will have staff bring in a legible PA state police clearance.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Toxics were on lower shelf in reach of the children. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2026): “At the time of inspection, toxics were placed out of reach.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces/Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)/3270.75(c)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in room #5 was missing scissors. In addition, room #2 did not have a first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2026): “Provider will add missing items to the first aid kit and place them out of reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Inaccessible to children 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(b)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit located in room #9 was in reach of the children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2026): “At the time of inspection provider placed first aid kit out of reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean and good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.82(g)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a broken faucet in classroom #6 (bathroom #1).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 5, 2026): “Provider will have someone come to repair the broken faucet.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a table blocking the exit door in classroom #2.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 24, 2026): “Provider will have the table removed.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Clean, good repair, proper size 55 Pa. Code §3270.104(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There was a changing table mat torn and in poor condition being used for toddlers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2026): “Provider will order a new changing table mat.”
Citation Feb 18, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2 and #3 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2026): “Provider will have parents complete missing information.”
Citation May 21, 2025 Self-reported violation Food & feeding
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
Certification representative conducted an investigation. Witnesses confirmed that staff person #1 picked up the bottle and gave child #1 the remainder of a bottle of breastmilk that did not belong to the child.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 21, 2025): “Provider completed a write up for the staff person however staff person resigned from their position at the facility.”
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Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
2 feet apart 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(f)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, the infant cribs were side by side and did not have 2 feet of space on three sides. Two of the cribs had a baby inside. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 18, 2025): “At the time of inspection, provider separated the cribs.”
Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there were bottles not labeled in the young toddler and older toddler rooms.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will have staff label all bottles.”
Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Health information 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 and #3 did not include an initial health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will have parents bring in an initial health assessment.”
Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for staff person #1, #2 and #3 did not have an updated annual evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will complete annual evaluations for staff.”
Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #2 did not include a signed fee agreement. In addition, the record for child #4 needed an updated emergency contact form and fee agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will have parent's complete emergency contact forms and fee agreements at the time of enrollment.”
Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(4)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for emergency medical care or administration of medications or special dietary needs.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2025): “Provider will have parents sign parental consent on the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Feb 18, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)/3270.182(6)
Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures or transportation and walking excursions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 8, 2025): “Provider will have parents sign parental consent on the emergency contact forms.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. At the time of inspection, there were pointy scissors on the lower desk in classroom #6 and #7 in reach of young children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will move all scissors out of reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. There were toxic hand soaps on the lower sink tops in room #3 and #4. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection provider remover all toxic items that were in reach of the children.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Refrigerator 55 Pa. Code §3270.107
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The refrigerator used to store the children's food had black mold/mildew on the glass shelving. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection provider had the refrigerator black mold/mildew cleaned from the shelves.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(b)(2)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #4, #6 and #7 did not include an updated health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will have parents bring in updated health assessments to keep on file at the facility.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Child's hands washed 55 Pa. Code §3270.134(a)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. After changing child #1 diaper, staff person #1 did not wash the child hands.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will review handwashing procedures with staff at the next staff meeting. In addition, provider will check in with teachers throughout the day to observe diaper changing procedures.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Written statement 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(1)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The infants did not have a written feeding schedule obtained from the parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete a written feeding schedule and give them to teachers.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Bottles labeled 55 Pa. Code §3270.166(4)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. Bottles located in the infant room were not labeled with children names. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection provider put labels with children names on the bottles.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan/Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)/3270.27(d)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The current emergency plan was not posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. Once emergency contact was reviewed by cert rep it did not have accommodations for infants and toddlers. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection, provider made a copy of the emergency plan and added it in a conspicuous location. During the inspection provider printed accommodations for infants and toddlers and added it to the facility emergency plan.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility did not have an emergency drill log indicating the time or different types of drills.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will conduct an emergency drill for both buildings and document them on the Emergency Drill log.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(f)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The facility emergency plan had not been sent to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will send the updated emergency plan to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Signed 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreement for child #1 and #3 was not signed by the operator. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection, provider add signatures to the fee agreements.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Services proceeded 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(3)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The record for child #1, #2, #3, #4, #6, #8 and #9 did not include an updated developmental assessment reviewed and given to parents.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will have staff complete, review and give assessments to parents. Updated developmental assessments will be on file for each child.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreements for children #1 and #5 did not specify the date of the child's admission. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection, provider added the children's admission dates to the fee agreements.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The emergency contact form for child #4 did not include health insurance policy number.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will have the parent complete missing information on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Excursions 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(d)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The first aid kit/ emergency bag used for excursions did not have children emergency contact information. (Corrected on site).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2024): “At the time of inspection emergency contact forms were photocopied and added to the first aid kit used for excursions.”
Citation Feb 27, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)/3270.181(c)
On February 27, 2024, certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The fee agreements for child #3 and #7 were outdated. In addition, the emergency contact form for child #8 was outdated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 10, 2024): “Provider will have parents complete updated emergency contact forms and fee agreements.”
Core safety Feb 1, 2024 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
On February 1, 2024, certification representative conducted a complaint investigation. It was reported, and video was viewed showing staff persons #1 grabbing a child by the upper arm/shoulder and put him down harshly on the seat.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2024): “Staff person was given a write up and will be completing several hours of professional development training hours in the topics of guided behavior and building positive relationships.”
Citation Oct 19, 2023 Complaint investigation Health & medication
Inpatient hospitalization or ER treatment of child 55 Pa. Code §3270.20(a)(1)
On October 19, 2023, certification representative conducted a complaint investigation. After reviewing documentation and files it was determined that staff person #1 did not notify the appropriate regional office within 24hours after child #1 was taken to urgent care. In addition, the mother was not notified of the fall until later in the evening.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Nov 17, 2023): “Provider will speak with staff about the procedures for reporting incident and contacting the families and 911 when there is an emergency at the facility.”
Core safety Aug 22, 2023 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On August 22, 2023, certification representative started a self-reported noncompliance investigation. Evidence showed that staff persons #1 and #2 were not supervising the children correctly and did not know that two children left out of a prompted open door.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2023): “Provider will have staff member take a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children.”
Core safety Aug 22, 2023 Self-reported violation Supervision
Staff assigned to specific children 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)(1)
On August 22, 2023, certification representative started a self-reported noncompliance investigation. Evidence showed that staff persons #1 and #2 were not utilizing their primary care groups and did not know the whereabouts of two children in their assigned group.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Sep 25, 2023): “Provider will have staff member take a minimum of two hours of training regarding supervision of children.”
Core safety Apr 14, 2022 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No physical punishment 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(b)
ON APRIL 14, 2022 DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, STAFF #1 WAS OBSERVED GRABBING A CHILD BY THE ARM LEADING THEM AROUND THE CLASSROOM
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “STAFF #1 WAS SUSPENDED IMMEDIATELY UPON NOTIFICATION OF THE INCIDENT. AFTER INVESTIGATION OF THE INCIDENT STAFF #1 WAS TERMINATED”
Core safety Apr 14, 2022 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
No harsh language 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(d)
ON APRIL 14, 2022 DURING THE COMPLAINT INVESTIGATION, STAFF #1 USED HARSH LANGUAGE IN THE PRESENCE OF CHILDREN
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “STAFF #1 WAS SUSPENDED IMMEDIATELY UPON NOTIFICATION OF THE INCIDENT. AFTER INVESTIGATION OF THE INCIDENT STAFF #1 WAS TERMINATED”
Citation Mar 7, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Outdoor equip.- protective surfacing 55 Pa. Code §3270.102(c)
ON MARCH 7, 2022 DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, THE CERT REP OBSERVED THE PLAYGROUND PROTECTIVE SURFACE COVERING DID NOT MEET THE RECOMMENDATION OF THE UNITED STATES CONSUMER PRODUCT SAFETY COMMISSION
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 5, 2022): “MULCH WILL BE DELIVERED AND SPREAD AROUND THE ENTIRE PLAYGROUND TO MEET THE REQUIRED 9 INCHES OF MULCH DEPTH”

“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.

Complaint investigations and reported incidents

Violation found May 21, 2025 Self-reported violation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Feb 1, 2024 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Oct 19, 2023 Complaint investigation
1 violation cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Aug 22, 2023 Self-reported violation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.
Violation found Apr 14, 2022 Complaint investigation
2 violations cited, listed under Citations.

Pennsylvania’s search lists complaint investigations in which the state found at least one violation (“verified complaints”). It does not say what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it. Incident investigations look into something that happened at the center; self-reported violations are ones the center reported to the state itself.

Daily rates

Age group Full time, per day Part time, per day
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $76.60 $76.60
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $76.60 $76.60
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $69.20 $69.20
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $63.80 $63.80
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $60.00 $47.40

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 143 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 15, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 4 (accredited)
since Jul 29, 2026 · what STARS means
Programs PA Pre-K Counts
Operator Greater Philadelphia YMCA
Hours Monday–Thursday 6:30 AM–6:00 PM; Friday 6:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (215) 963-3700
State certificate # CER-00252630
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Common questions

Has GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 6 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 18, 2026 (background checks): “Certification representative conducted a renewal inspection. The PA state police clearance for staff person #1 was not legible and did not have the required disseminated date available.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center?

Pennsylvania lists 3 complaint investigations since 2021 in which it found at least one violation; the violations are listed above. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 4 (accredited), effective Jul 29, 2026. 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 Pottstown Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Pottstown?

It is #18 of 27 centers in Pottstown by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 75% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center last inspected?

Jun 4, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $76.60 for newborn, $76.60 for infant, $69.20 for young toddler, $63.80 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs GPY Pottstown Early Learning Center?

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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