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KinderCare Learning Center #000875

8518 Bauer Drive, Springfield, VA 221524.8· 49 reviews
licensed capacity
112
open each week
5 days

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About KinderCare Learning Center #000875

KinderCare Learning Center #000875 is a licensed child care center in Springfield, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 112 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMNAEYC accredited

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
112 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6:30 AM to 6:30 PM, M-F”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
EnrichmentCooking Academy™ (3 – 12 Years)
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsChild Care Aware® of America fee assistance for Active Duty military families
TransportationTransportation (safe transportation from center to your child's school and back)
AccreditationNAEYC accredited
Licensed capacity112 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

KinderCare Learning Center #000875 has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for KinderCare Learning Center #000875

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
112 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#12653
See the state's record

Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 16, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 14 visits · 16 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Records and paperwork 1

For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Sep 16, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jun 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Mar 19, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-410-7

      “Punishment for toileting accidents is a forbidden action. Staff A pulled the ear of Child A due to a toileting accident.”
  5. Aug 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Each child shall have documentation of a physical examination by a physician before attendance or within 30 days after first day of attendance. Child A and D did not have documentation of a physical examination before attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “When authorization of a medication expires, the parent shall be notified for medication pick up within 14 days. Medications not picked up will be disposed of. Child H had an Epi Pen that expired May 31, 2025. There was no notification for the parents and no disposal of the medication.”
  6. Aug 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Each child shall have documentation of a physical examination by a physician before attendance or within 30 days after first day of attendance. Child A and D did not have documentation of a physical examination before attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “When authorization of a medication expires, the parent shall be notified for medication pick up within 14 days. Medications not picked up will be disposed of. Child H had an Epi Pen that expired May 31, 2025. There was no notification for the parents and no disposal of the medication.”
  7. Jul 10, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: Yes

      “The center shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence. 1.. Child A went home on 7/8/2025 with undocumented scratches on their arms. 2. Staff #1 stated that at lunch time Child A told them that Child B pushed them. Staff #1 did not see any marks on Child A at that time.”
  8. Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Mar 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 14 earlier visits
  1. Sep 10, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-1

      “Based on record review, There was no documentation of a completed sworn statement prior to employment. Evidence: Staff A was hired on January 2, 2024. The sworn statement was completed on January 24. 2024.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, there were areas and equipment not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The fence in the toddler area of the playground was not attached. 2. There was no latch on the gate in the toddler area and the gate did not close properly. 3. There were two ride-on vehicles that were broken and had sharp edges also in the toddler area. 4. There was a gap in the fence that children had access to.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on record review, there was no documentation of Staff did not complete orientation within 7 days of hire or of assuming job responsibilities. . Evidence: Staff A, hire date January 2, 2024, had no documentation of the completed orientation within 7 days of hire or assuming job responsibilities.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-210-A

      “Based on observation and interviews, there was not a qualified lead teacher in a classroom. Evidence: The teacher in the toddler room was not qualified to be a lead teacher. There had no been a lead teacher in that room in a week.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on record review, there was no documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for a child under the age of two years. Evidence: Child A had no documentation of the immunizations for 18 months and two years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on staff interview, there was not a complete record for a staff member. Evidence: Staff B had no documentation of a complete record at the center as required.”
  2. Sep 10, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-1

      “Based on record review, There was no documentation of a completed sworn statement prior to employment. Evidence: Staff A was hired on January 2, 2024. The sworn statement was completed on January 24. 2024.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, there were areas and equipment not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The fence in the toddler area of the playground was not attached. 2. There was no latch on the gate in the toddler area and the gate did not close properly. 3. There were two ride-on vehicles that were broken and had sharp edges also in the toddler area. 4. There was a gap in the fence that children had access to.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on record review, there was no documentation of Staff did not complete orientation within 7 days of hire or of assuming job responsibilities. . Evidence: Staff A, hire date January 2, 2024, had no documentation of the completed orientation within 7 days of hire or assuming job responsibilities.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-210-A

      “Based on observation and interviews, there was not a qualified lead teacher in a classroom. Evidence: The teacher in the toddler room was not qualified to be a lead teacher. There had no been a lead teacher in that room in a week.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on record review, there was no documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for a child under the age of two years. Evidence: Child A had no documentation of the immunizations for 18 months and two years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on staff interview, there was not a complete record for a staff member. Evidence: Staff B had no documentation of a complete record at the center as required.”
  3. Jan 8, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on observation, an over the counter diaper cream was not labeled with child's name. Evidence: One OTC diaper cream in the Toddler classroom was missing the child's name.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-D

      “Based on staff statements, in the grouping of teachers in the 4/5's classroom, one lead teacher supervised more than two aides. Evidence: The Lead Teacher supervises 4 aides in the 4/5's classroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous materials were unlocked. Evidence: The cabinet in the boys hall bathroom was unlocked and contained two spray bottles of cleaners and in the girls hall bathroom one cabinet was unlocked and contained a bottle of cleaning solution.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center are not maintained in clean, safe or operable condition. Evidence: 1. The girls hall bathroom had a broken tp holder and broken soap dispenser. 2. The School-Age room had peeling paint under the "book of the week' bulletin board. 3. The small red couch in the 4/5 classroom was splitting. 4. Peeling paint in the Toddler classroom on the far wall.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-G

      “Based on staff statement and record review, documentation of emergency drills was not complete. Evidence: For the yea2023 the drill log did not include documentation of a shelter-in place drill as well as a lockdown drill.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-A

      “Based on observation and staff statements, the maximum group size is exceeded in the 4/5's classroom. Evidence: The classroom had 34 children present and no primary caregivers identified for the children.”
  4. Jan 8, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on observation, an over the counter diaper cream was not labeled with child's name. Evidence: One OTC diaper cream in the Toddler classroom was missing the child's name.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-D

      “Based on staff statements, in the grouping of teachers in the 4/5's classroom, one lead teacher supervised more than two aides. Evidence: The Lead Teacher supervises 4 aides in the 4/5's classroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous materials were unlocked. Evidence: The cabinet in the boys hall bathroom was unlocked and contained two spray bottles of cleaners and in the girls hall bathroom one cabinet was unlocked and contained a bottle of cleaning solution.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center are not maintained in clean, safe or operable condition. Evidence: 1. The girls hall bathroom had a broken tp holder and broken soap dispenser. 2. The School-Age room had peeling paint under the "book of the week' bulletin board. 3. The small red couch in the 4/5 classroom was splitting. 4. Peeling paint in the Toddler classroom on the far wall.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-G

      “Based on staff statement and record review, documentation of emergency drills was not complete. Evidence: For the yea2023 the drill log did not include documentation of a shelter-in place drill as well as a lockdown drill.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-A

      “Based on observation and staff statements, the maximum group size is exceeded in the 4/5's classroom. Evidence: The classroom had 34 children present and no primary caregivers identified for the children.”
  5. Jul 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jul 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 9, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  8. Jan 31, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-F

      “Based on review of the posted menu, meals that were provided did not match what was served. Evidence Food that was served on Monday, 1/30/2023 was listed as the meal for lunch on Tuesday 1/31/2023. The food that was served on Tuesday, 1/31/2023, was listed as the meal for Monday 1/30/2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and interview with staff, the diapering surface is not being cleaned and sanitized according to Virginia Licensing Standards. Evidence The diapering surface must be cleaned and sanitized being dipped or sprayed with a solution of soap and water, pat dry with single use paper towel, to clean, then spray or dip with a solution of bleach and water and allow to air dry to sanitize.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-420-B

      “Based on review of children's records, staff did not request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidence Staff did not request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date for the following children: Child #1, first day of attendance 9/19/2019, last parent review 9/17/2021 Child #2, first day of attendance 5/13/2019, last parent review 9/21/2021 Child #3, first day of attendance 8/12/2021, last parent review 9/24/2021”
  9. Jan 31, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-F

      “Based on review of the posted menu, meals that were provided did not match what was served. Evidence Food that was served on Monday, 1/30/2023 was listed as the meal for lunch on Tuesday 1/31/2023. The food that was served on Tuesday, 1/31/2023, was listed as the meal for Monday 1/30/2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and interview with staff, the diapering surface is not being cleaned and sanitized according to Virginia Licensing Standards. Evidence The diapering surface must be cleaned and sanitized being dipped or sprayed with a solution of soap and water, pat dry with single use paper towel, to clean, then spray or dip with a solution of bleach and water and allow to air dry to sanitize.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-420-B

      “Based on review of children's records, staff did not request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidence Staff did not request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date for the following children: Child #1, first day of attendance 9/19/2019, last parent review 9/17/2021 Child #2, first day of attendance 5/13/2019, last parent review 9/21/2021 Child #3, first day of attendance 8/12/2021, last parent review 9/24/2021”
  10. Jan 4, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on review of staff records, the child day program did not obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for a staff member. Evidence The child day program did not obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for staff #1, first day of employment 9/13/2021. Central registry was mailed on 9/18/2022, and results were received 01/05/2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “Based on review of incident/accident reports, the center did maintain a complete written record for all children's serious and minor injuries. Evidence On December 12, 2022, child #1 had two incidents occur that required the center to complete a written record. The first incident had a written report that did not contain two signatures; either one staff and a parent or two staff members. The second incident did not have a written report completed.”
  11. Aug 24, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-420-E-3

      “Based on review of six children's records, two do not contain at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidenc The record for child #1 (start date 5/13/19) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 5/30/19. The record for child #2 (start date 10/19/20) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 2/9/20.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-420-E-3

      “Based on review of six children's records, two do not contain at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidenc The record for child #1 (start date 5/13/19) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 5/30/19. The record for child #2 (start date 10/19/20) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 2/9/20.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on observation, a diaper cream was not labeled with the child's name. Evidence A diaper cream located on the diaper changing table in the Discovery classroom was not labeled with a child's name.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on review of medication, when an authorization for medication expires, the parent was not notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Evidence The medication authorization for child #3 expired 7/31/22. Medication was not disposed of and still in the medication box.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and discussion with staff, the diapering surface is not being cleaned with soap and water and sanitized after each use. Evidence The diaper surface is not being cleaned with a solution of soap and water after each use. It is only being sprayed with an EPA approved disinfecting solution after each use.”
  12. Aug 24, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-420-E-3

      “Based on review of six children's records, two do not contain at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidenc The record for child #1 (start date 5/13/19) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 5/30/19. The record for child #2 (start date 10/19/20) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 2/9/20.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-420-E-3

      “Based on review of six children's records, two do not contain at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidenc The record for child #1 (start date 5/13/19) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 5/30/19. The record for child #2 (start date 10/19/20) was last updated by a parent to confirm required information is up to date was 2/9/20.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on observation, a diaper cream was not labeled with the child's name. Evidence A diaper cream located on the diaper changing table in the Discovery classroom was not labeled with a child's name.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on review of medication, when an authorization for medication expires, the parent was not notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Evidence The medication authorization for child #3 expired 7/31/22. Medication was not disposed of and still in the medication box.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and discussion with staff, the diapering surface is not being cleaned with soap and water and sanitized after each use. Evidence The diaper surface is not being cleaned with a solution of soap and water after each use. It is only being sprayed with an EPA approved disinfecting solution after each use.”
  13. Feb 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on review of four children's records, one does not documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence The center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for child #1, who is under the age of two.”
  14. Feb 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on review of four children's records, one does not documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence The center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for child #1, who is under the age of two.”

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about KinderCare Learning Center #000875

Is KinderCare Learning Center #000875 licensed?

Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.

When was KinderCare Learning Center #000875 last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has KinderCare Learning Center #000875 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 8 of 14 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can KinderCare Learning Center #000875 care for?

112, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does KinderCare Learning Center #000875 accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are KinderCare Learning Center #000875's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does KinderCare Learning Center #000875 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 451-4194 to ask.

What is KinderCare Learning Center #000875's phone number?

(703) 451-4194.

Where is KinderCare Learning Center #000875?

8518 Bauer Drive, Springfield, VA 22152. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Acorn Patch, 0.3 miles away.

Sources: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (license and visits).