The Malvern School · 294 Wissahickon Ave, North Wales
The Malvern School is a certified child care center in North Wales, PA, with capacity for 137 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 7 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 25 violations, 5 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (9 of 25). 6 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #12 of 14 centers in North Wales and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers.
Inspection record
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During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an acceptable Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI0 clearance.
During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the fire safety training in the records of Staff person #3 had expired. Fire safety training dated 1/15/2024
During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #2, child #3 and child #4 did not include the child's arrival and departure times.
During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #4 did not include consents for emergency medical care and minor first aid.
During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #3 did not contain an updated health assessment. Documents submitted dated 9/19/2023 and 5/31/2023 respectively.
During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not include Pediatric First Aid & CPR training. Staff person #2 did not include an acceptable Pediatric First Aid & CPR training.
During the renewal inspection on 1/2/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #2 did not contain an updated annual evaluation
During the renewal inspection on 1/2/25, it was observed that the records of child #1 and child #2 did not include the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.
During the unannounced inspection on 8/8/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include an acceptable Child Abuse (volunteer) for an AGS, and Federal Bureau of Investigations clearance. The records of staff person #4 did not include the National sex Offender Registry certificate and the disclosure statement as required by the CPSL.
During the unannounced inspection on 8/8/24, it was observed that there was no annual evaluation for staff person #5. Document dated 10/16/20.
During the unannounced inspection on 8/8/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #2, staff person #3, and staff person #4 did not include verification of experience prior to service at the facility.
During the unannounced inspection on 8/8/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 and staff person #3 did not include 2 written non-family references.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24 it was observed that Staff person #5 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised. Staff person #5 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: (Pediatric First Aid/CPR).
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #1, staff person #2,and staff person #7 did not include training regarding the emergency plan.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/23, it was observed that the records of child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include an updated health report. Health reports dated 11/3/22,11/15/22 and 7/26/22 respectively.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24, it was observed that the records of child #1, child #3, child #4, and child #5 did not include an updated influenza vaccine or an exemption letter as recommended by the ACIP.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24, it was observed that the records of child #2 did not include an initial health report.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 did not include the Health and safety training and/or the health and safety 1-hr update training as required by the CCDBG.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/23, it was observed that the records of staff person #7 did not include updated training by a professional in the field of Pediatric first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Training dated 4/17/21.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/23 it was observed that the records of staff person #2 and staff person #7 did not include an updated fire safety training. Trainings dated 3/8/22 and 3/17/21 respectively.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3, staff person #5 and staff person #6 did not include verification of childcare experience, prior to service at the facility.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #5 did not include acceptable verification of education.
During the renewal inspection on 1/4/24, it was observed that the records of staff person #3 and staff person #4 did not include two written, nonfamily references.
At the time of investigation facility person #1 was physical was child.
At the time of investigation infant room and other classroom were out of ratio.
“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 |
|---|---|---|
| Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) | $91.69 | $68.82 |
| Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) | $91.69 | $68.82 |
| Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) | $85.22 | $63.97 |
| Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) | $72.06 | $54.04 |
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 The Malvern School had any serious violations?
Pennsylvania cited 5 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 Dec 9, 2025 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection on 12/9/25, it was observed that the records of staff person #1 did not contain an acceptable Federal Bureau of Investigations (FBI0 clearance.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.
Have there been complaints about The Malvern School?
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 The Malvern School’s Keystone STARS rating?
STAR 1, effective Jun 3, 2019. 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 The Malvern School compare with other daycares in North Wales?
It is #12 of 14 centers in North Wales by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has fewer citations per inspection than 63% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.
When was The Malvern School last inspected?
Dec 9, 2025 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.
How much does The Malvern School cost?
It reported full-time daily rates of $91.69 for infant, $91.69 for young toddler, $85.22 for older toddler, $72.06 for preschool in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.
Who runs The Malvern School?
The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is The Malvern School Of Upper Gwynedd.
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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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