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Kennett YMCA at Hillendale Elementary

1850 Hillendale Rd, Chadds Ford, PA 19317 · Chester County
Keystone STAR 2

Kennett YMCA at Hillendale Elementary is a certified child care center in Chadds Ford, PA. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times. The state cited 48 violations, 1 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (15 of 48). 5 citations came in the last 12 months. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #3 of 5 centers in Chadds Ford and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 83% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. More citations than most
#3 of 5 centers in Chadds Ford
1 Core-safety citations
47 Other citations
5 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
48 citations from 5 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 5 in the last 12 months · last inspected Jan 22, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Jan 22, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Feb 10, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Jan 22, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Feb 13, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 2, 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 15
Building & playground safety 8
Training & qualifications 7
Emergency preparedness 7
Health & medication 4
Other standards 2
Food & feeding 2
Transportation 2
Background checks 1

Citations, newest first

Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During the inspection, it was observed that two children who require medication did not have a completed medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 6, 2026): “Director reviewed all child files to confirm any children who need to have a medication form, have that completed and onsite. The allergy action form will be placed in the child file along with the medication log completed by the parent and signed off by the staff.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Other standards
General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.21
While conducting my inspection I observed cleaning wipes in an unlocked cabinet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “Items that are labeled keep out of reach of children were immediately moved to the cabinet and a child proof lock was purchased and installed.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Fire safety - 1 yr. 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(ii)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain their annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 3, 2026): “Staff 1 (MC) will obtain the annual fire safety training. Training forms will be placed in staff's file. Staff 2 (ML) will obtain the annual fire safety training. Training forms will be placed in staff's file.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Staff evaluations 55 Pa. Code §3270.34(a)(6)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain their annual written evaluations.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “Staff 1 (MC) will obtain the annual written evaluations. Evaluation forms will be placed in staff's file Staff 2 (ML) will obtain the annual written evaluations. Evaluation forms will be placed in staff's file.”
Citation Jan 22, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not contain their 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 2, 2026): “Staff 1 (MC) will obtain the 12 clock hours of childcare training. Training forms will be added to the staff files onsite. Staff 2 (ML) will obtain the 12 clock hours of childcare training. Training forms will be placed in staff's file.”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the inspection, it was observed that the 2nd room had missing outlet covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Outlet covers were placed in all unused outlets in the second room”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the inspection, it was observed cleaning supplies in an unlocked cabinet by the sink in the 2nd room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Cleaning products have been moved from the cabinet and a cabinet lock has been put in place”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
In child care spaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(a)
During the inspection, it was observed that the 2nd room did not contain a first aid kit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “A first aid kit has been placed in room 2 in the event the room is utilized”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Medication log 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(7)
During the inspection, it was observed child 11, did not have a medication log.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “A medication log was obtained for child”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
During the inspection, it was observed that the 2nd room did not have a posted daily schedule.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “A daily posted schedule has been posted”
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Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Arrival/departure times 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(4)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 4-6, & 9,10, did not include the child's arrival and departure times.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Site lead obtained the child¿s arrival and departure time”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 1-10 did not include their date of admission on their agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Site lead wrote in date of admission on each child¿s agreement.”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
During the inspection, it was observed that the facility did not have their posted emergency transportation plan in their 2nd room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Emergency transportation plan has been posted”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Signed parental consent for transportation, walking excursions, swimming and wading 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(6)
While reviewing the child/children's files I observed that child 9, did not have all the required signatures on the bottom of their emergency contact sheet.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Signatures have been obtained”
Citation Feb 10, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, did not have a dated PPD test.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 10, 2025): “Staff obtained on completed PPD test”
Core safety Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have their mandated reporter training, and staff 2 did not have their child abuse clearance.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Staff 1, 2, will always comply with CPSL. Staff 1, 2, will not work at the facility until in full compliance with CPSL.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises/Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)/3270.27(a)(4)
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan was missing the method for how they were going to contact parents during an emergency and after an emergency.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that their emergency plan includes all required information.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, if not have their annual emergency plan training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all incoming and current staff receive emergency plan training when they are hired, and annually after that.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(d)
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan was not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all required postings are always posted.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During my inspection I observed that there was missing electrical outlets covers.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all electrical outlets always have covers on them.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
During my inspection I observed that the first-aid kit was missing items. 1. tweezers 2. soap
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all first aid kit always has the follow items in them (adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves).”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Sufficient number of refrigerators 55 Pa. Code §3270.161(g)
During my inspection I observed that the none of the children packed lunches were put into the refrigerator.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that they have enough refrigeration space for all lunch that need to be refrigerated.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Food & feeding
Menus 55 Pa. Code §3270.165
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have a menu posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will post a menu for a least one week in advance.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe pick-up and drop-off in writing 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(b)
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their pick-up and drop-off procedures posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all required postings are always posted.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During my inspection I observed that the facility's emergency plan did not include accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure their emergency plan includes accommodations for infants, toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(6)
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted an emergency drill.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will create an emergency drill log and practice different emergencies drills at least once a year.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Every 60 days 55 Pa. Code §3270.94(a)(1)
During my inspection I observed that the facility had not conducted a fire drill in the last 60 days.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that a fire drill is conducted at least every 60 days and also make sure that a written record it kept of all fire drills.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
While conducting my inspection I observed that the facility did not have their annual written letter to the local authorities about their pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will create and send out the local traffic safety letter.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During my inspection I observed that the facility did not have all the update and required policy changes. 1. Shaken baby syndrome sign/symptoms 2. Strategies for crying/fussing/distraught children 3. Prevention/identification of maltreatment
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will create all required policies and procedures.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Water safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(iv)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have their annual fire safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all incoming & current staff have fire safety training annually.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have either 10 hours of health & safety training, or their 1 hour updated health & safety training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all incoming and current staff receive emergency plan training when they are hired, and annually after that.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Other standards
Written plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(a)
During my inspection I observed that there was no after school activities schedule poste.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure an after-school activity schedule is posted at all times.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(8)
While reviewing the children's files I observed that child 1-10, did not have a completed agreement form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all children have a completed agreement form.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Transcript, diploma and letters 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(2)(iv)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not include acceptable verification of experience, and staff 2 did not include verification of their education.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that each staff person has verification of their experience, as well as education.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(3)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have an updated health assessment, and staff 2 did not have a TB shot as well.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all staff have an initial physical, and one every two years, and at least on TB shot in the file.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 2, did not include two written, nonfamily references.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all staff have two written, nonfamily references in their file always.”
Citation Jan 22, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1, 2, did not have their annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 29, 2024): “Provider will make sure that all staff take their 12 clock hours of childcare training annually.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative observed that 4 electrical outlets were not covered in room near the lunchroom, and 4 electrical outlets in the main care room.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will purchase and cover the outlets.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative observed that there was 1 hand sanitizer (toxic material) per room on tables that was accessible to children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 13, 2023): “Will keep all toxic material in a cabinet that is not accessible to children.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
ACIP recommended immunization record 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(e)
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative reviewed the records of child #1-8, and child records #1-8 did not have immunization records present.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will have parents provide immunization records if director can not get information from elementary school.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(1)
During renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative observed that the emergency plan did not have provisions for shelter in place.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will edit the emergency plan to add Shelter in Place.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Health information/Initial and subsequent health reports 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(a)/3270.182(1)
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative reviewed the records for child #1-8. The records for child #1-8 did not include an Initial Health Assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will get health assessment records for the children from the school records or the office.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
On file at facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.18(a)
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative observed that the liability insurance for facility expired on 9/1/22.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will get an updated copy from the corporate office.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Admission date/Application, admission, withdrawal dates 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(6)/3270.182(2)
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, certification representative reviewed the record for child 1-8 and each record did not have an admission date listed.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will update the children's files with their admission date to facility.”
Citation Feb 13, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Individual Records 55 Pa. Code §3270.191
During the renewal inspection dated 2/13/2023, per request of the staff files for staff members #1-4, a file was not produced, or onsite.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 15, 2023): “Will get staff files from corporate office to have onsite at all times.”
Citation Jun 2, 2022 Inspection Building & playground safety
Has all items 55 Pa. Code §3270.75(c)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THERE WERE NO SOAP IN THE FIRST AID KIT.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL REPLACE THE MISSING SOAP IN THE KIT.”
Citation Jun 2, 2022 Inspection Records & paperwork
Written emergency plan posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(e)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION THE CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE CONDUCTED A FACILITY WALKTHROUGH AND THE ROOM DID NOT CONTAIN A WRITTEN PLAN IDETIFYING MEANS OF TRANSPORTING A CHILD TO EMERGENCY CARE.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 27, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL POST THE PLAN ON THE WALL.”
Citation Jun 2, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION, CERTIFICATION REPRESENTATIVE REVIEWED 6 STAFF FILES. STAFF #1- #6 FILES DID NOT CONTAIN PQAS CERTIFIED PEDIATRIC FIRST AID AND PEDIATRIC CARDIOPULMONARY TRAINING.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 25, 2022): “THE PROVIDER WILL REQUEST FOR THE TRAINER AND TRAINING TO BECOME PQAS CERTIFIED.”

“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.) $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 Mar 11, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Oct 20, 2025 · what STARS means
Operator YMCA Of Greater Brandywine
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 444-9622
State certificate # CER-00251970
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Common questions

Has Kennett YMCA at Hillendale Elementary 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 Jan 22, 2024 (background checks): “While reviewing the staff's files I observed that staff 1 did not have their mandated reporter training, and staff 2 did not have their child abuse clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Kennett YMCA at Hillendale Elementary?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at Kennett YMCA at Hillendale 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 Hillendale Elementary’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Oct 20, 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 Hillendale Elementary compare with other daycares in Chadds Ford?

It is #3 of 5 centers in Chadds Ford by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 83% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Kennett YMCA at Hillendale Elementary last inspected?

Jan 22, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Kennett YMCA at Hillendale Elementary cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $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 Hillendale 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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