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The Malvern School Of King Of Prussia

King Of Prussia, PA · Chester County
747 S Gulph Rd, King Of Prussia, PA 19406
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137 children
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📞 (610) 265-8800
747 S Gulph Rd
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
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Active License
License Number
CER-00242779
License Issued
Sep 20, 2025
Expired
Sep 20, 2026
Issued By
Pennsylvania Department of Education and Public Welfare
District Office
Early Learning Resource Center for Region 19

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About the Provider

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The Malvern School of Collegeville provides programs for Infant, Toddler, Pre-Shool, Pre-Kindergarten, After School andSummer Cam

Hours of Operation

  • Monday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Tuesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Wednesday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Thursday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Friday7:00 AM - 6:00 PM
  • Saturday Closed
  • Sunday Closed

Inspection/Report History

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Inspection Date Reason Description Status
2026-07-16 Renewal 3270.134(a)/3270.152 - Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.134(a)/3270.152

Description: Child's hands washed/Adult Hygiene

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 07/29/2026, Staff Person #1 did not wash Child #1's hands after being diapered and Staff Person #1 did not wash their hands after changing Child #1's diaper.

Correction Required: A staff person shall ensure that a child's hands are washed before meals and snacks, after toileting and after being diapered. A facility person shall wash his hands before meals and snacks, and after toileting and after diapering a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider retrained Staff Person #1 on diaper changing procedures.
2026-07-16 Renewal 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) - Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate Needs Verification

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 07/29/2026, the file for Staff Person #2 hired 03/09/2026 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Health and Safety Trainings for Centers and Groups. The Health and Safety trainings on file were for Family Child Care.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility persons file in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under § 3270.31(f) taken from September 30, 2016 forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Provider will ensure that Staff Person #2 completes the required training by 08/31/2026.
2025-07-17 Renewal 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection conducted on 07/17/2025, the file for Staff Person #1 did not contain two written, nonfamily reference letters.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Person #1 written reference was obtained.
2024-09-30 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(e) - Restraints prohibited Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(e)

Description: Restraints prohibited

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the complaint investigation on 09/30/2024, Staff Person #1 prevented Child #1 from leaving the book nook area by wrapping his arms around her torso, and using arm to block Child #1 from leaving book nook area

Correction Required: A facility person may not restrain a child by using bonds, ties or straps to restrict a child's movement or by enclosing the child in a confined space, closet or locked room. The prohibition against restraining a child does not apply to the use of adaptive equipment prescribed for a child with special needs.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
On 9/30/2024 upon the notice of concern staff member #1 was immediately placed on administrative leave. Following an internal investigation and the findings summarized in this inspection summary, staff member #1 was terminated on 10/28/2024. Staff member #1 remained on administrative leave for the duration of the investigative process through the termination date noted. The parents of child #1 were notified immediately upon the notice of concern on 9/30/2024.
2024-09-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff #2and Staff #3 did not contain verification of Emergency Plan Training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #2 and Staff Person #3 had emergency preparedness training on their first day. Certificates were not placed in files at the time. Director of Education completed certificates and placed in their files.
2024-09-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #2 did not contain verification of the completion of the required Pediatric First Aid and Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation training.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 had first aid training complete. Certificate was not placed in file. Director of Education printed certificate and placed in their file.
2024-09-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #2 did not contain a completed Child Abuse Clearance.

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). Facility Person # 2 may not work in a child care position at the facility. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Facility Person #2 may not work in a child care position at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #2 had completed child abuse clearance. Director of Education printed clearance and placed in staff members file.
2024-09-30 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.34(a)(6) - Staff evaluations Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.34(a)(6)

Description: Staff evaluations

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Unannounced Inspection on 09/30/2024, the individual record for Staff Person #1 did not contain an annual staff evaluation.

Correction Required: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff #1 was terminated on 10/25/2024 after being placed on administrative leave on 9/30/2024.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.102(a) - Clean and good repair Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.102(a)

Description: Clean and good repair

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 what appeared to be dirt, food debris and other particles were observed under the mat on the diaper changing table in the First Steps classroom.

Correction Required: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Food debris, dirt and other particles were cleaned under the diaper changing mat in the First Steps Classroom.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.106(f) - 2 feet apart Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.106(f)

Description: 2 feet apart

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 during the observation of nap time in the Pre School room, children were not 2 feet apart on three sides while the rest equipment was in use.

Correction Required: At least 2 feet of space is required on three sides of a bed, cot, crib or other rest equipment while the equipment is in use.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The Assistant Director worked with the Lead Teacher in the PS Room to create a sleeping chart that would allow for 2 feet of space on 3 sides of each child's nap mat.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.123(a)(3) - Services proceeded Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.123(a)(3)

Description: Services proceeded

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the most recent Child Service Report on file for Child #2 was dated for 10/19/2023 the report had not been updated in the required 6-month interval

Correction Required: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information).

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A service report, dated 04/25/2024, for Child #2 was placed in the child's file.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4) - Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.151(c)(3)/3270.151(c)(4)

Description: Exam communicable disease/Information re: medical problems

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the answers to Questions #2 and 3 on the Staff Health Assessment pertaining to Communicable diseases and Ability to care for children were left blank for Staff Person #3.

Correction Required: An adult health assessment must include an examination for communicable diseases and the results of that examination. An adult health assessment must include information on medical problems that might threaten the health of the children or prohibit a staff person from providing adequate care to children.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Employee #3 received a new health assessment on 06/30/2024. Questions #2 and #3 were completed correctly.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.181(c)/3270.182(8) - Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original. Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.181(c)/3270.182(8)

Description: Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos/Copy of initial and subsequent agreements. Parent receives original.

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the files for Children #1, #2, and #3 contained Agreement forms that had not been reviewed and/or updated by the children's parents in the required 6-month interval

Correction Required: A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A child's record shall contain a copy of the initial agreement and subsequent written agreements between the parent and the operator. The parent receives the original agreement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Updated Enrollment Agreements were obtained for Children #1, #2 and #3.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.27(c) - Training regarding plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(c)

Description: Training regarding plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the files for Staff Person's #2 and #6 were missing verification of the facility's Emergency Plan training.

Correction Required: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Proof of Emergency Preparedness training completion for Facility Person #2 and #6 was obtained and added to their files.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.27(f) - Emergency plan Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.27(f)

Description: Emergency plan

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 a copy of the Facility's emergency plan was not sent to the Emergency Management Agency and County.

Correction Required: The operator shall send a copy of the emergency plan and subsequent plan updates to the local municipality and to the county emergency management agency.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
A copy of the facility's Emergency Preparedness Plan was sent to the County Emergency Agency and Upper Merion Fire Department/EMS.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.31(e) - Age and Training Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)

Description: Age and Training

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the files for Staff Person's #1, #2, #4, #5 and #6 were missing verification of 12-clock hours of completed childcare professional development and training

Correction Required: A staff person shall obtain an annual minimum of 12 clock hours of child care training.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff Person #1, #4, #5 and #6 professional development records have been added to their files. Staff Person #2 will obtain training record 07/26/2024.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.66(a)/3270.66(e) - Locked or inaccessible/Arts and crafts non-toxic Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(a)/3270.66(e)

Description: Locked or inaccessible/Arts and crafts non-toxic

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 a container of a toxic material, Mode Podge was observed in the Discovery Room, in an open bin on the floor in an area accessible to children.

Correction Required: Cleaning materials and other toxic materials shall be kept in an area or container that is locked or made inaccessible to children. Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The container of Modge Podge was placed in a locked cabinet.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.66(d) - Toxic plants not permitted Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.66(d)

Description: Toxic plants not permitted

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 An Echeveria Plant, classified as toxic was observed in the windowsill of the Preschool Classroom.

Correction Required: Toxic plants are not permitted in a child care space.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The plant was immediately removed from the classroom.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.75(c) - Has all items Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.75(c)

Description: Has all items

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 the First Aid Kit in the Get Set 2 Room was missing Gauze and Tape.

Correction Required: A first-aid kit must contain the following: soap, an assortment of adhesive bandages, sterile gauze pads, tweezers, tape, scissors and disposable, nonporous gloves.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Gauze and tape were added to the first aid bag in the Get Set 2 Classroom.
2024-06-27 Renewal 3270.77(a) - No peeling paint or plaster Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.77(a)

Description: No peeling paint or plaster

Noncompliance Area: At the time of the Renewal Inspection on 06/27/2024 peeling paint was observed in the PreK 2 room under the rear window on the left side of the room.

Correction Required: Peeled or damaged paint or damaged plaster is not permitted on indoor or outdoor surfaces in the childcare facility.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
The peeling paint in the PK2 Classroom has been repaired.
2024-02-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.192(5) - Two written references Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.192(5)

Description: Two written references

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, files of staff persons #1 and #3 did not contain 2 written non family references attesting to staff person's suitability. File of staff person #1 contained one reference; file of staff person #3 did not contain any references.

Correction Required: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Person #1 obtained a second written letter of reference and Facility Person #3 obtained two written letters of reference. These have been added to their files.
2024-02-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10) - Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(e)(4)(i)/3270.31(f)(10)

Description: Age and Training/Health and Safety Training - Pediatric First Aid and CPR

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, files of staff persons #2 and #3 did not contain verification that Pediatric Frist Aid and CPR had been completed within 90 days of hire.

Correction Required: Competence is the completion of training by a professional in the field of first-aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). All staff persons shall renew their certification in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) on or before the expiration of the most current certification. Staff persons shall complete professional development in pediatric first aid and pediatric cardiopulmonary resuscitation within 90 days of hire.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Persons #2 and #3 completed OCDEL approved First Aid/CPR on 2127124.
2024-02-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g) - Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.31(f)/3270.31(g)

Description: Health and Safety Training/Professional development certificate

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, files of staff persons #1 and #2 did not have verification that PA Health and Safety training had been completed within 90 days of hire. Staff persons #1 and #2 had been observed working alone with children at the time of the unannounced inspection.

Correction Required: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. Completion of professional development shall be documented by the signature and title of a representative of the professional development entity and include the date professional development was completed. Documentation shall be retained in the facility person's file or maintained in an electronic system as designated by the Department. Documentation of the completion of the professional development under subsection (f) taken from September 30, 2016, forward satisfies this requirement.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Person #1's H&S training certificate (dated 10/4/21) was obtained and placed in her file. Facility Person #2's H&S training certificate (dated 8/16/23) was obtained and placed in his file.
2024-02-12 Unannounced Monitoring 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4) - Comply with CPSL/CPSL information Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.32(a)/3270.192(4)

Description: Comply with CPSL/CPSL information

Noncompliance Area: During unannounced inspection 02/12/2024, file of staff person #2 contained an incomplete PA State Police Clearance; clearance on file stated "Request Under Review"; file of staff person #3 did not contain completed PA DHS FBI Clearance; file of staff person #3 contained receipts for fingerprinting .

Correction Required: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). LACKING REQUIRED HIRING DOCUMENTS: STAFF PERSON #2 AND #3 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY. PROVISIONAL HIRE UNSUPERVISED: A provisional employee may not be permitted to work alone with children and must work within the vicinity of a permanent employee. A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. STAFF PERSON #2 AND #3 MAY NOT WORK IN A CHILD CARE POSITION AT THE FACILITY.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Facility Person #2's PA State Police Clearance was rerun and a copy of the results were placed in his file. A copy of Facility Person #3's FBI Clearance (dated 912123) was obtained and placed in her file.
2023-07-19 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized
2023-05-03 Complaints- Legal Location 3270.113(b) - No physical punishment Compliant - Finalized

Regulation: 3270.113(b)

Description: No physical punishment

Noncompliance Area: On 5/3/23 during the compliant investigation visit Certification Representative viewed a video of staff person # 1 pushing a shoe on the child's foot aggressively.

Correction Required: A facility person may not use any form of physical punishment, including spanking a child.

Provider Response: (Contact the State Licensing Office for more information.)
Staff person #1 was terminated.
2022-08-17 Renewal Renewal Compliant - Finalized

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