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Wayne Early Learning Center · 600 Walker Rd, Wayne

600 Walker Rd, Wayne, PA 19087 · Chester County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months 1 complaint investigation found violations Keystone STAR 2

Wayne Early Learning Center is a certified child care center in Wayne, PA, with capacity for 102 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 2 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 5 times and confirmed violations in 1 complaint investigation. The state cited 22 violations, 4 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for training & qualifications (6 of 22). 1 citation came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is tied for #15 of 16 centers in Wayne and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 51% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
Tied for #15 of 16 centers in Wayne
4 Core-safety citations
18 Other citations
5 Inspections
1 Complaint investigations that found violations
22 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 1 in the last 12 months · last inspected Apr 14, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Apr 14, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Apr 15, 2025 · Inspection · citation found May 1, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Apr 26, 2023 · Report/investigation · citation found Apr 26, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Feb 10, 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

Training & qualifications 6
Building & playground safety 5
Background checks 3
Health & medication 3
Records & paperwork 2
Other standards 1
Caregiver conduct 1
Emergency preparedness 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Apr 14, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
The file of staff person #1 did does not contain DHS required FBI clearance. The file of staff person #2 does not contain NSOR verification.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 14, 2026): “Facility will maintain compliance with all CSPL requirements. Staff person will not work in a childcare position until required CPSL clearances are obtained.”
Citation Apr 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
Pre-k 1 classroom and 3 year old classroom had baseboard molding peeling away from the wall.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Director will use adhesive to bond the baseboard molding to the wall.”
Citation Apr 15, 2025 Inspection Building & playground safety
Stairs, exits, etc. unobstructed 55 Pa. Code §3270.91(a)
Pre-k 2 classroom had stacked chairs in front of door that is used for an exit.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 15, 2025): “Director immediately moved chairs to an area that was not obstructing an exit and notified teachers that chairs should not be in front of exit.”
Citation Apr 15, 2025 Inspection Other standards
Pertinent Laws & Regulations 55 Pa. Code §3270.14
During renewal inspection on 4/15/25, Cert Rep observed an inspection report from an inspection done by Chester Co Dept of Health on 4/10/25 that showed the facility was noncompliant with their regulation 406.12.4
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 17, 2025): “Facility implemented correction which was verified by report sent from the Chester County Department of Health on 4/17/25 stating corrective actions have been implemented.”
Citation May 1, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
Protective Outlet Covers 5 yrs. or less 55 Pa. Code §3270.65
During the renewal inspection, there was an uncovered protective outlet on the wall beneath the window in the library.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 1, 2024): “Protective cover was placed on outlet immediately.”
Citation May 1, 2024 Inspection Health & medication
Original label 55 Pa. Code §3270.133(5)
Child #1 had an expired albuterol inhaler which said to discard after 3/8/23.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 2, 2024): “Parent was emailed and asked to bring in updated inhaler as soon as possible”
Core safety Apr 26, 2023 Complaint investigation Caregiver conduct
Restraints prohibited 55 Pa. Code §3270.113(e)
The operators of the facility admitted that a staff member was using the "buckle chair" to restrain a child at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 1, 2023): “Our plan of correction is to not restrain a child using the "buckle chair" or any other form of restraint.”
Core safety Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, Out-of-state criminal clearances were not submitted for staff member #7. A volunteer PA criminal clearance was submitted for staff member #20. The FBI clearance submitted for staff member #20 was reviewed under the wrong criteria. The FBI clearance for staff member #20 was completed under PA Department of Education criteria. Out-of-state clearances for staff member #20 was not submitted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 11, 2023): “All staff who do not have updated and current clearances on file, will be removed from their childcare position at the facility.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Good repair 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(c)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, the screen in classroom #306 was observed hanging out of the window.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2023): “Operator will have screen repaired.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Above ground window opening restricted to 6" 55 Pa. Code §3270.72(d)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, the windows in classrooms 302 and 306 (both on the 2nd floor) were able to be raised above 6 inches.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2023): “Operator will ensure that the windows are not able to be opened past 6 inches. Hardware was used to secure the windows.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
Clean, age appropriate 55 Pa. Code §3270.106(a)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, torn and tattered sleep mats were observed in room 302.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 30, 2023): “Current mats will be replaced with new mats from the store. All old mats were discarded into the dumpster.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Health & medication
12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test 55 Pa. Code §3270.151(a)/3270.192(3)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, a physical was not submitted for staff member #20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Staff member #20 resigned from the facility.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, an expired pediatric first-aid and CPR certificate (4/21/21) was submitted for staff member #6.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Employee has resigned. For staff #6, we will be sure that the certification is current when employed.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, required pre-service training was not submitted for staff members #5, #17 and #20 (See LIS Code sheet for DOH).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 17, 2023): “Staff member #20 submitted a letter of resignation. Trainings obtained and placed on file for staff members #5 and #17.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Group sup qualifications/Exp, educ., training prior to facility 55 Pa. Code §3270.35(b)/3270.192(2)(ii)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, the files for staff members #12, #13 and #14 did not have verification of education and experience that qualifies the staff members for the position performing at the facility.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Verification of education obtained and submitted for review for staff members #13 and #14. Title for staff member #12 changed to Assistant Group Supervisor.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name, address, and phone 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(1)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, verification of address for staff member #19 was not submitted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Staff members verification of identification was submitted for review and placed on file.”
Citation Apr 26, 2023 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 4/26/23, two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person was not on file for staff member #20.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 10, 2023): “Staff member #20 resigned from the position at the facility.”
Core safety Feb 10, 2022 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 3/29/22, verification of the required Mandated and Permissive Reporting in Pennsylvania training was not submitted for staff member #2 DOH (See LIS Code Sheet). Verification of a completed National Sex Offenders Registry Certificate (NSOR) was not submitted for staff member #6 DOH (See LIS Code Sheet). Verification of a completed PA State Police Criminal Clearance was not submitted for staff member #5 DOH (See LIS Code Sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Operator will make sure a copy of request of clearances are kept on file of each staff member. A copy of the disclosure statement will also be on file. These clearances will be submitted by the operator.”
Citation Feb 10, 2022 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 3/29/22, verification of emergency plan training was not submitted for staff member #1.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Operator will make sure each facility person receives emergency plan training annually at initial employment.”
Citation Feb 10, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 3/29/22, verification of professional development training within 90 days of hire was not submitted for staff member #3 DOH (See LIS Code sheet).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Operator will submit the professional development training that was completed by staff member #3.”
Citation Feb 10, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)(10)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 3/29/22, verification of pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation was not submitted for staff members #1, #4, #5 and #7 DOH (SEE LIS CODE SHEET).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Operator will be sure new staff members are trained in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire (April 1, 2022 - 45 days). Staff #7 was terminated.”
Citation Feb 10, 2022 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the hybrid renewal inspection on 3/29/22, verification of annual 12 clock hours of child care training was not submitted for staff member #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 6, 2022): “Operator will submit the verification of annual 12 clock hours of child care training. Operator sent the annual 12 clock hours for staff member #3 in original file for staff member.”

“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 Apr 26, 2023 Complaint investigation
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
Newborn (Under 6 Weeks) $76.00 —
Infant (6 Weeks-12 mos.) $76.00 —
Young Toddler (13-24 mos.) $73.00 $61.00
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) $69.00 $57.00
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) $66.00 $52.00

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

Capacity 102 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through May 20, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 2
since Feb 11, 2026 · what STARS means
Operator Wayne Early Learning Center
Hours Monday–Friday 7:00 AM–6:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 995-0151
State certificate # CER-00255745
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Common questions

Has Wayne Early Learning Center 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 Apr 14, 2026 (background checks): “The file of staff person #1 did does not contain DHS required FBI clearance. The file of staff person #2 does not contain NSOR verification.” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about Wayne Early Learning Center?

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 Wayne Early Learning Center’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 2, effective Feb 11, 2026. 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 Wayne Early Learning Center compare with other daycares in Wayne?

It is tied for #15 of 16 centers in Wayne by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 51% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was Wayne Early Learning Center last inspected?

Apr 14, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

How much does Wayne Early Learning Center cost?

It reported full-time daily rates of $76.00 for newborn, $76.00 for infant, $73.00 for young toddler, $69.00 for older toddler in Pennsylvania’s COMPASS search. Rates can change; confirm with the center.

Who runs Wayne Early Learning Center?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is Wayne Early Learning Center.

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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