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Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary

181 Bancroft Rd, Kennett Square, PA 19348 · Chester County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 2

Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary is a certified child care center in Kennett Square, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 19 violations, 2 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (6 of 19). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #6 of 11 centers in Kennett Square and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

Fewer citations than 59% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#6 of 11 centers in Kennett Square
2 Core-safety citations
17 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
19 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 9, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) May 20, 2026 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 9, 2026 · Inspection · no citation Apr 1, 2025 · Inspection · no citation Apr 17, 2024 · Inspection · citation found May 22, 2023 · Inspection · citation found May 23, 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

Records & paperwork 6
Health & medication 4
Training & qualifications 4
Emergency preparedness 3
Supervision 1
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety May 20, 2026 Self-reported violation Supervision
Supervised at all times 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(a)
On May 20, 2026, during the unannounced inspection, it was found that on 4/17/26, child#1 and child#2 were not supervised by a staff person at all times, when child#1 and child#2 left the classroom (cafeteria space) to exit the side of the building to retrieve a ball.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 17, 2026): “An HR investigation was completed after the incident took place. Facility person #1 was placed on administrative leave during the course of the investigation (April 16-28, 2026). Staff person #1 was terminated on April 29, 2026. The YMCA GBW Supervision Policy was reviewed with all staff on 4/30/26…”
Core safety Apr 17, 2024 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection dated 4/17/2024, certification representative reviewed the files of staff #1 and staff #2. The record reviewed for staff person # 1 did not include a disclosure statement, and staff #2 had expired clearances and Mandated Reporter Training. The Child Abuse Clearance, the FBI Fingerprinting Clearance, and the Mandated Reporter Training were over 60 months old. (FBI dated 9/26/18, Child Abuse dated 8/31/18, Mandated Report Training Dated 12/17/17). (See code sheet for start dates)
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2024): “The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility person #1 must not work in a childcare position until CPSL clearances are obtained.”
Citation Apr 17, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection on 4/17/2024, Certification Representative reviewed the files for child #1, and child #2. There was no initial Health Assessment present. (See code sheet for start date).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 23, 2024): “Provider will have the parents take children to a medical professional and have that professional evaluate and complete the health assessment form and return it to provider.”
Citation Apr 17, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection dated 4/17/2024, certification representative reviewed staff person #2 File and there was no evidence that staff person #2 has completed the 1 hour Health and Safety Update Training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 18, 2024): “Will have staff person #2 complete the Health and Safety Update Training.”
Citation May 22, 2023 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 facility files and the emergency plan did not include a method to contact parents or 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.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 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 May 22, 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, Jul 17, 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 May 22, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Physical examination 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(1)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not contain a health assessment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Provider will obtain a health assessment for staff 2.”
Citation May 22, 2023 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 3 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not include TB results and the file for staff #1 contained positive tuberculin results with no xray or evaluation for chemoprophylaxis stating that staff #1 is cleared from active TB.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2023): “Provider will obtain an xray attachment or other documentation stating that stff #1 does not have active TB and obtain the TB results for staff #2.”
Citation May 22, 2023 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 accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with special needs and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2023): “Provider will revise the emergency plan to include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation May 22, 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 files for staff #1 did not obtain the 1 hr health and safety training update
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Provider will have staff #1 take the 1 hr health and safety training. update.”
Citation May 22, 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 the liability insurance on file expired on 9/1/2022.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2023): “Provider will get current liability insurance and always keep proof of coverage on file at the facility.”
Citation May 22, 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 file for staff #1 did not contain an annual employee evaluation.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 30, 2023): “Provider will provide a staff evaluations for staff #1.”
Citation May 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walkthrough and there were no posted emergency transportastion plans.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 24, 2023): “Provider will post the emergency transportation plan.”
Citation May 22, 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 3 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include the verification of childcare experience.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 17, 2023): “Provider will obtain proof of childcare experience by putting an employment verification form in the file of staff #1.”
Citation May 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not contain 2 written non family references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 26, 2023): “Provider will obtain two nonfamily refereces for staff #1 and put into their personnel file.”
Citation May 22, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Building Codes 55 Pa. Code §3270.15(b)
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no certificate of occupancy on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 21, 2023): “Provider will post obtain the certificate of occupancy and keep it on file for review as needed.”
Citation May 23, 2022 Inspection Health & medication
Mantoux TB/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(c)(2)/3270.192(3)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 3 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN MANTOUX TEST RESULTS.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL OBTAIN THE MANTOUX RESULTS FOR STAFF #3.”
Citation May 23, 2022 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 3 STAFF FILES AND THE FILES FOR STAFF #1,STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 DID NOT INCLUDE A PQAS CERTIFIED PEDIATRIC CPR AND FIRST AID TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL HAVE STAFF #1, STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 TRAINED IN AN APPROVED PQAS CERTIFIED PEDIATRIC CPR AND FIRST AID CURRICULUM BY A PQAS TRAINED INSTRUCTOR.”
Citation May 23, 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 3 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #2 AND STAFF #3 DID NOT INCLUDE AN EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION FORM.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 29, 2022): “PROVIDER WILL OBTAIN EMPLOYMENT VERIFICATION FOR STAFF #1 AND STAFF #2.”

“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 20, 2026 Self-reported violation
1 violation 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
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $61.00 $25.24
Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) $25.40 $18.60
Older School-Age (4th gr.-15 yrs.) $25.40 $18.60

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 May 22, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Nov 21, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator YMCA Of Greater Brandywine
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–8:45 AM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 444-9622
State certificate # CER-00256078
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Not checked by Daycare Record

Common questions

Has Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary 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 May 20, 2026 (supervision): “On May 20, 2026, during the unannounced inspection, it was found that on 4/17/26, child#1 and child#2 were not supervised by a staff person at all times, when child#1 and child#2 left the classroom (cafeteria space) to…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary?

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

What is Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Nov 21, 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 Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary compare with other daycares in Kennett Square?

It is #6 of 11 centers in Kennett Square by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 59% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary last inspected?

Apr 9, 2026 (renewal). No violations were cited during that visit.

How much does Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $61.00 for preschool, $25.40 for young school-age, $25.40 for older school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is YMCA Of Greater Brandywine.

Certified centers nearby

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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