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KinderCare Learning Centers #301537

Inspection · 2023-11-17

Date
2023-11-17
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Jessica Willis
(571) 352-1453
SHSIA monitoring inspection of an approved subsidy vendor to determine compliance with current subsidy requirements regarding the health and safety of children and to promote quality standards for the children in their care.
No

Areas Reviewed

8VAC20-780 Administration.
8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training.
8VAC20-780 Physical Plant.
8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision.
8VAC20-780 Programs.
8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies
8VAC20-780 Special Services.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minors records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Inspector Notes

Today an unannounced renewal inspection took place between the hours of 10:50am and 2:00pm. There were 6 classrooms observed with a total of 72 children with 11 staff within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing freely, transition from the playground to indoors, washing hands before eating lunch and transitioning to naptime. A complete inspection of the physical plant, children and staff records, medications and emergency procedures were observed during this inspection. There was an adequate number of staff with current certification in MAT, CPR and First Aid, as well as DHO training. Staff-to-child ratios were in compliance. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the Violation Notice.

If you have any questions, please e-mail me at whitney.mcgrath@doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during the inspection.

Violations

7
Standard 8VAC20-780-130-E
Based on record review, the center did not obtain additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years.
Evidence: Child #2 (19 months) most recent documented immunizations are dated from when the child was 6 months old.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-230-B
Based on observation and interview, individuals who do not meet staff qualifications were not within sight and sound supervision of a staff member when in the presence of children.
Evidence: Two children (age 2 years and age 5 years) were observed receiving therapy sessions in a vacant classroom. Each child was observed separately with the therapists without the supervision of a staff member.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Repeat Violation
Based on observation, areas and equipment inside the center was not maintained in a clean, safe and operating condition.
Evidence: All of the corners of the red couch in the 3's classroom are torn and the internal foam is exposed.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-320-B
Based on observation, restrooms did not contain all required supplies.
Evidence:
1. One bathroom in the TK-B classroom did not contain paper towels.
2. One bathroom in the Pre-K classroom did not contain toiler paper.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-40-M
Based on record review, the center did not maintain a current written list of all childrens allergies sensitivities and dietary restrictions.
Evidence: Child #6 has a diagnosed food allergy and is not included on the allergy list posted in the classrooms.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-50-A
Based on observation, staff and childrens information was not treated confidentially.
Evidence: The supplemental form from the most recent inspection was observed posted at the entrance of the program. The supplemental form contains staff and childrens information and clearly states "DO NOT POST".
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-580-B
Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that vehicles used for the transportation of children meet the safety standards set by the Department of Motor Vehicles.
Evidence: Two our of three of the centers vehicles used for transporting children to and from the public schools inspection expired in August 2023. Center management confirmed that the buses were being used and an inspection had not be completed.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services