Kennett YMCA at Bancroft Elementary
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
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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.
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)
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).
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.
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.
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.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #2 did not contain a health assessment
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.
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.
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
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed the facility files and the liability insurance on file expired on 9/1/2022.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 4 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not contain an annual employee evaluation.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative did a facility walkthrough and there were no posted emergency transportastion plans.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include the verification of childcare experience.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 3 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not contain 2 written non family references.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and there was no certificate of occupancy on file.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 3 STAFF FILES AND THE FILE FOR STAFF #3 DID NOT CONTAIN MANTOUX TEST RESULTS.
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.
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.
“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
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
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.
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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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