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Pennsylvania · West Chester · 19382

West Chester Playschool

725 W Miner St, West Chester, PA 19382 · Chester County
1 core-safety citation in last 12 months Keystone STAR 1

West Chester Playschool is a certified child care center in West Chester, PA, with capacity for 30 children. It holds a Keystone STAR 1 rating. Since August 2021, Pennsylvania certification staff have inspected it 6 times. The state cited 34 violations, 3 of them core-safety (supervision, staff ratios, discipline, background checks, child protection or safe sleep), most often for records & paperwork (12 of 34). 10 citations came in the last 12 months, including 1 on a core-safety topic. Measured by topic-weighted citations per inspection, it is #24 of 37 centers in West Chester and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers.

Inspection record

More citations than 57% of 4,789 Pennsylvania certified centers, per inspection, weighted by topic. About typical
#24 of 37 centers in West Chester
3 Core-safety citations
31 Other citations
6 Inspections
0 Complaint investigations that found violations
34 citations from 6 state visits since Aug 16, 2021 · 10 in the last 12 months · last inspected Mar 17, 2026

Every state visit

2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 INSPECTIONS (top) · REPORTS & INVESTIGATIONS (bottom) Mar 17, 2026 · Inspection · citation found Jan 14, 2025 · Inspection · citation found Apr 8, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Mar 7, 2024 · Inspection · citation found Jun 7, 2023 · Inspection · citation found Jun 28, 2022 · Inspection · no citation
Violation found No violation Top row: inspections · bottom row: complaint investigations, self-reported incidents and other visits

What inspectors cited most

Records & paperwork 12
Emergency preparedness 6
Training & qualifications 6
Background checks 3
Building & playground safety 3
Transportation 3
Health & medication 1

Citations, newest first

Core safety Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60months. this is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file dated 3/2/21. The file reviewed for staff person #4 (see code sheet for hire date) contained a National Sex Offenders Registry verification dated 10/6/19 which is more than 60 months old. The file reviewed for staff person #4 did not contain the required DHS FBI clearance (The file included a Department of Education FBI Clearance).
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2026): “The facility will file the recently acquired Mandated Reporter training certificate for Staff #3. For Staff #4 the facility will file the newly obtained National Sex Offender Registry verification and the correct DHS FBI clearance. All documentation will be submitted to the Department for review.…”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, the continuity of operations reviewed did not include backing up or retrieving health and other key records/files and managing financial issues such as paying employees and bills during the aftermath of the disaster. Staff person #1 has completed the health and safety course titled Get Started with Center Based Care/ Building Blocks for Quality but has not completed the required health and safety update course titled Pennsylvania Health and Safety Update 2022 1-hour training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “The facility will update the Continuity of Operations Plan to include specific procedures for backing up and retrieving child health records and managing financial obligations, such as payroll and bills, during the aftermath of a disaster. Staff #1 (Amanda Blazek) will provide documentation of the…”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when arises 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(3)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible when an emergency situation arises.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2026): “The facility will amend the written emergency plan to include a specific method for facility persons to contact parents as soon as reasonably possible during an emergency. Playschool will be using the Talking Points app to notify parents.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Contact when ended 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(4)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, the emergency plan reviewed did not include a method for facility persons to inform parents that the emergency has ended and to provide instruction as to how parents can safely be reunited with their children.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2026): “The facility will update the emergency plan to include a method for facility persons to inform parents that an emergency has ended and provide specific instructions on how parents can safely be reunited with their children.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Building & playground safety
Building Surfaces 55 Pa. Code §3270.76
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, the window on the second floor in the preschool childcare space was observed broken. When checking the window modification opening for 6 or fewer inches the window completely falls out.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “The broken window on the second floor of the preschool space will be professionally repaired to ensure it is in good repair and free from visible hazards. Parts have been ordered to repair.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Emergency plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, the emergency plan reviewed did not include accommodations for toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2026): “The facility will modify the emergency plan to include specific accommodations for toddlers, children with disabilities, and children with chronic medical conditions.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Health and Safety Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(f)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, staff person #2 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of hire health and safety training topic.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 24, 2026): “Staff #2 will complete the required health and safety pre-service training topics. Until completion, this staff member will be supervised at all times by a qualified staff person.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Posted in group space 55 Pa. Code §3270.111(b)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, there was no written plan of daily activities posted in the 1st floor children's group space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “A written plan of daily activities with times will be posted in the 1st-floor children's group space.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, the agreement reviewed for child #1 did not specify the persons designated by a parent to whom the child may be released.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 13, 2026): “The facility will obtain an updated agreement for Child #1, specifying the persons designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.”
Citation Mar 17, 2026 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, upon request an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of childcare training was not available for review for staff person #1 and #3.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 16, 2026): “Staff #1 and Staff #3 will complete and document the required 12 clock hours of annual childcare training.”
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Core safety Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Background checks
CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(4)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff #1 and #3 were missing the correct FBI clearance in the file. Staff #3 is also missing a disclosure in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the staff and request for them to obtain the correct clearance and include it in the file. The provider will obtain a disclosure from staff #3 and include it in the file.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Training regarding plan 55 Pa. Code §3270.27(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff file staff #1 #2 and #3 all need the emergency plan training sign off sheet in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The provider will provide a sign of sheet to the staff to acknowledge the review of the emergency plan and include it in the file.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Health & medication
Free from contagious/communicable disease 55 Pa. Code §3270.131(d)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #4 was missing the statement free from communicable disease on the health assessment.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to provide a health assessment that includes the statement that the child is able to participate in childcare and appears to be free from contagious or communicable disease.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Transportation
Pick-up and drop-off points 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the written letter to the local authorities and was unable to do so at the time of the inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “The provider will provide the certification representative with written letter to the authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the childcare facility”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Designated release persons 55 Pa. Code §3270.123(a)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children #1, #2, #3, #4 and #5 were all missing the release person on the financial agreement.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 27, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents of the children and request for them to provide the release person on the financial agreement”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files children #2, #4 and #5 were missing information on disability.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them complete the missing information and complete the emergency contact to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Insurance coverage information 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(6)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files, child # 4 was missing health insurance information and the policy # on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 28, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent of the child and request for them to complete the missing information leaving no areas blank”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files children #1 and #2 were missing the release person address on the emergency contact.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission/Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(3)/3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children files child #3 was missing consent for obtaining emergency med care in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for the parent to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission 55 Pa. Code §3270.182(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed that children's files child #3 was missing information on admin of minor first aid.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 21, 2025): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the missing information leaving no areas blank.”
Citation Jan 14, 2025 Inspection Records & paperwork
Two written references 55 Pa. Code §3270.192(5)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files staff # 3 was missing a second reference in the file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Feb 20, 2025): “The provider will notify staff #3 and request for them to provide a second reference and include in the file.”
Citation Apr 8, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1, #4 and #8 needs to retake first aid/CPR by a PQAS certified trainer. All staff whose files were not pulled during the renewal inspection that has taken the same previous training should also retake their first aid/ CPR over with a PQAS certified trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2024): “The provider will notify all staff and request for them to retake their first aid/cpr with a PQAS certified trainer”
Inspection status on COMPASS: Non Compliant – Finalized
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Emergency preparedness
Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety 55 Pa. Code §3270.14/3270.21
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the programs emergency plan and did not see the plans for continuity of care included in the plan.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 5, 2024): “The provider will include the plans for continuity of care to the emergency plan.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Building & playground safety
No peeling paint or plaster 55 Pa. Code §3270.77(a)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative conducted a facility walk through and discovered peeling paint in measured childcare space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2024): “The provider will have maintenance correct all areas of peeling paint in the childcare space.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection the certification conducted a facility walkthrough and requested to see the pick-up and drop off posting and was unable to do so at the time of the renewal inspection.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 5, 2024): “The provider will print out the pick-up and drop off procedures and post it in a conspicuous location in the facility.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)(4)(i)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative requested to view the staff files, staff #1, #4 and #8 needs to retake first aid/CPR by a PQAS certified trainer. All staff whose files were not pulled during the renewal inspection that has taken the same previous training should also retake their first aid/ CPR over with a PQAS certified trainer.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, May 28, 2024): “The provider will notify all staff and request for them to retake their first aid/cpr with a PQAS certified trainer.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Information re: special needs/Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(5)/3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the children's files, child #1 was missing the information on disability this area was left blank. child #1 was also missing the release persons address on the emergency contact this area was left blank.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Apr 5, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to complete the emergency contact form to its entirety leaving no areas blank.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Name/address/phone release person 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(b)(7)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed child #5 file, child #5 was missing the release persons address on the emergency contact form.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parent and request for them to include the release persons address on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Records & paperwork
Updated every 6 months 55 Pa. Code §3270.124(f)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed child #2 emergency contact form, child # 2 emergency contact form, needs to be updated.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 19, 2024): “The provider will notify the parents and request for them to update the signature a date on the emergency contact form.”
Citation Mar 7, 2024 Inspection Training & qualifications
Age and Training 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(e)
During the renewal inspection the certification representative viewed the staff files, staff #2 was missing 1 hour of professional development training.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Mar 18, 2024): “The provider will notify staff #2 and request for them to submit an hour of professional development training to be put in the file.”
Core safety Jun 7, 2023 Inspection Background checks
Comply with CPSL/CPSL information 55 Pa. Code §3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)
Staff person #1 does not have PSP criminal history clearance that has been completed within the past 60 months. Staff person #1' s PSP criminal history clearance on file was dated 12/8/16.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2023): “Staff will comply with all CPSL requirements.”
Citation Jun 7, 2023 Inspection Building & playground safety
Locked or inaccessible 55 Pa. Code §3270.66(a)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/7/23, there was a bottle of Lysol disinfectant wipes on a table accessible to children in the upstairs child care space.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jun 7, 2023): “All toxics will be kept out of reach of children at all times.”
Citation Jun 7, 2023 Inspection Transportation
Safe routes posted 55 Pa. Code §3270.171(c)
During the renewal inspection conducted on 6/7/23, pick up and drop off procedures were not posted.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2023): “Pick and drop procedures will be posted in conspicuous place where parents will be able to see it.”
Citation Jun 7, 2023 Inspection Training & qualifications
Professional development certificate 55 Pa. Code §3270.31(g)
Staff persons #1 and #2 did not have the updated Health and Safety Pre-Service and One-Hour Training completed and on file.
Center’s plan of correction (implemented, Jul 19, 2023): “Staff persons will complete all required trainings.”

“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
Older Toddler (25-36 mos.) — $10.38
Preschool (37 mos.- Entering K) — $18.00

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 30 children
Certificate status Regular
Certificate valid through Apr 16, 2027
Keystone STARS STAR 1
since Oct 23, 2019 · what STARS means
Operator West Chester Play School INC
Hours Monday–Friday 8:45 AM–5:00 PM How Pennsylvania centers’ hours compare
Phone (610) 692-6538
State certificate # CER-00254859
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Common questions

Has West Chester Playschool had any serious violations?

Pennsylvania cited 3 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 Mar 17, 2026 (background checks): “During the renewal inspection conducted 3/17/26, staff person #3 has not completed mandated reporter training within the last 60months. this is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file…” Pennsylvania’s records don’t grade violations by severity; each citation is listed in full above.

Have there been complaints about West Chester Playschool?

Pennsylvania lists no complaint investigation that found a violation at West Chester Playschool since 2021. Its search shows these “verified complaints” but not what a complaint alleged, or whether every violation relates to it.

What is West Chester Playschool’s Keystone STARS rating?

STAR 1, effective Oct 23, 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 West Chester Playschool compare with other daycares in West Chester?

It is #24 of 37 centers in West Chester by topic-weighted citations per inspection, and has more citations per inspection than 57% of Pennsylvania certified centers with enough inspection history to compare.

When was West Chester Playschool last inspected?

Mar 17, 2026 (renewal). The state cited at least one violation during that visit.

Who runs West Chester Playschool?

The legal entity on its Pennsylvania certificate is West Chester Play School INC.

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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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