Phoenixville Area CLC
Phoenixville Area CLC is a certified child care center in Phoenixville, PA, with capacity for 78 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 4 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 8 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 21 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for building & playground safety (6 of 21). 3 citations came in the last 12 months, including 3 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #4 of 17 centers in Phoenixville and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the complaint investigation, certification representative interviewed 8 staff and staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 has been identified as the staff persons who yells, single out, threatened to harm and use inappropriate language around the children.
During the complaint investigation, certification representative interviewed 8 staff and staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 has been identified as the staff persons who yells, single out, threatened to harm and use inappropriate language around the children.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not include the results of FBI or NSOR clearances. There are proof of application for both 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 allocated monitoring, certification representative reviewed 15 staff files and the file for staff #1 did not include the 10-hr. health and safety training with the 1hr update or the 10-hr health and safety revised or the 2-part 6 hr. health and safety per Announcement C-24-03 Health and Safety training.
On 1/29/25, at time of renewal, the facility's emergency plan was not updated in writing at least annually. The last update was dated 2021.
On 1/29/25, at time of inspection, three plants (philodendra/pathos) known to be toxic were observed accessible to children in the PK classroom and staircase. Additionally, a toxic plant (tradescantia) was observed accessible to children in the hallway where the children's bathrooms are located.
On 1/29/25, at time of inspection, evidence that the facility's fire alarm is tested at least every 30 days as required by Panic and Fire Act 62 was not on file at the facility.
During the renewal inspection, certification representative reviewed facility files and the policy for Shaken Baby Syndrome and Child Maltreatment did not address the identification and prevention of child maltreatment per Announcement C-22-03 that was issued on January 24,2022.
During the complaint investigation, certification representative reviewed 5 staff files and the files for staff #1 did not contain a PQAS certified pediatric cpr/first aid certification from an approved provider /approved course.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and observed peeling paint inside the buttercup room.
During the Renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the file of child #1 and observed child #1 health report was missing the statement if there are any health problems.
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to review the file of child #1 and # 2 and observed both health of the assessments was missing free from communicable illness and missing the required health screenings.
During the renewal inspection the Certification representative requested to see the file of staff # 1 and observed that staff #1 did not have the approved PQAS certified CPR and First Aid.
Facility person #2 AND 6 FILE DID NOT INCLUDE VERIFICATION OF FBI CLEARANCE AND DID NOT HAVE A RECEIPT. THE REQUIREMENT TO HAVE THE CLEARANCE WITHIN 45 DAYS HAS NOT BEEN MET.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THERE WAS LYSOL ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD IN THE ADULT BATHROOM IN THE ENTRANCE.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE CHANGING MAT IN THE KUDDLY KOALA'S ROOM HAD FOAM EXPOSED CAUSING A POTENTIAL HAZARD.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THERE WAS AN EXPIRED EPI PEN PRESENT IN THE LOCKED UP MEDICATION BAG.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE YESTERDAY'S LUNCH WAS NOT DISCARDED.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE FACILITY WAS UNABLE TO PROVIDE PROOF OF PURCHASE OR AN ATTESTATION STATEMENT UPON REQUEST.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, THE FACILITY HAS NOT SENT THE EMERGENCY PLAN TO THE LOCAL MUNICIPALITY AND COUNTY EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY.
DURING THE RENEWAL INSPECTION ON 3/4/22, STAFF 1 AND 5 FILE DID NOT CONTAIN VERIFICATION OF EDUCATION FOR THE POSITION THEY HELD.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $68.00 | $68.00 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $63.00 | $63.00 |
| Young School-Age (K-3rd gr.) | $63.00 | $63.00 |
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 Phoenixville Area CLC had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 4 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 Sep 16, 2026 (caregiver conduct): “During the complaint investigation, certification representative interviewed 8 staff and staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 has been identified as the staff persons who yells, single out, threatened to harm and…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about Phoenixville Area CLC?
Pennsylvania lists 1 complaint investigation 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 Phoenixville Area CLC’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 4, effective Sep 17, 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 Phoenixville Area CLC compare with other daycares in Phoenixville?
It is #4 of 17 centers in Phoenixville by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 66% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was Phoenixville Area CLC last inspected?
Aug 5, 2026 (allocated unannounced monitoring). No violations were cited during that visit.
How much does Phoenixville Area CLC cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $68.00 for older toddler, $63.00 for preschool, $63.00 for young school-age in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs Phoenixville Area CLC?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Phoenixville Area Childrens Learn CNT.
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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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