The Malvern School of Oaks Earns National Early Learning Recognition

Child care and early learning leader in Phoenixville is among the top early childhood education programs in the U.S.

In recognition of its high-quality early learning program, The Malvern School of Oaks, located at 1023 Egypt Road in Phoenixville, has earned its third accreditation from the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world’s largest organization working on behalf of young children. This honor continues the school’s tenure as one of the top programs in the nation. Less than 10 percent of all child care centers, preschools and kindergartens in the U.S. earn this distinguished mark of quality.

According to the association, “NAEYC Accreditation helps families recognize quality early learning programs and feel comfortable knowing that their children are receiving a high-quality, research-based education that will prepare them for future success.”

The Malvern School of Oaks has been accredited by NAEYC since 2014.

“We hold ourselves to the highest standards so we can deliver the best child care and early learning experiences for young children and their families,” says Allison Presner, Director of Education at The Malvern School of Oaks. “Early childhood is such an important stage that can set kids up for success as they grow. Our exceptional teachers do just that as they help each of our students reach their highest potential while playing and having fun! This recognition is proof of our team’s passion and hard work every day.”

To earn NAEYC Accreditation, The Malvern School of Oaks went through an extensive self-study process, followed by an on-site visit by NAEYC Assessors who evaluated hundreds of criteria pertaining to NAEYC’s research-based program standards. These standards include relationships; curriculum; teaching; assessment of child progress; health; staff competencies, preparation and support; families; community relationships; physical environment; and leadership and management.

“NAEYC-Accredited programs have committed to a process that takes time, energy and dedication to complete,” states Alissa Mwenelupembe, NAEYC’s Senior Director of Early Learning Program Accreditation. “The Malvern School of Oaks has demonstrated their commitment to young children and their families.”

NAEYC-Accredited programs are always prepared for unannounced quality-assurance visits during their accreditation term, which lasts for five years.

The Malvern School of Oaks is currently looking for qualified teachers to join its team. For more information, visit malvernschool.com/careers.

For more information about enrollment at The Malvern School of Oaks or to schedule a tour, visit https://malvernschool.com/our-schools/location/oaks-preschool/.

About The Malvern School
The Malvern School, part of the Busy Bees family, is a year-round private preschool for children six weeks to eight years old. Founded in 1998, The Malvern School believes in developing the whole child in a nurturing yet engaging environment and offers an innovative curriculum that has raised the bar in early childhood education. Today, The Malvern School has 27 locations throughout southeastern Pennsylvania and central and southern New Jersey and is dedicated to providing curriculum that is designed to meet or exceed the highest standards established by the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), the world’s largest organization working on behalf of young children.

About NAEYC
The National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC) is a professional membership organization that works to promote high-quality early learning for all young children, birth through age eight, by connecting early childhood practice, policy, and research. NAEYC advances a diverse, dynamic early childhood profession and supports all who care for, educate, and work on behalf of young children. The association comprises nearly 60,000 individual members of the early childhood community and more than 50 Affiliates, all committed to delivering on the promise of high-quality early learning. For more information about NAEYC, visit www.naeyc.org.