KinderCare Learning Center 301030 B

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the center was not following all requirements when sunscreen is used. Evidence: 1. In the 2nd Toddler classroom, 4 sunscreen bottles were under the unlocked changing table and were accessible to children..”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a unlocked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the unused Discovery Preschool 2 classroom, 2 cleaning spray bottles were under the unlocked changing table. 2. In the Toddler classrooms, two cleaning spray bottles were under the unlocked changing table in one Toddler classroom and three cleaning spray bottles were under the unlocked changing table in the 2nd Toddler classroom..”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the areas and equipment inside and outside were not main tained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Two's B classroom, a sink that children use had a large crack near the faucet approximately 8 inches long. The changing table had approximately 12 areas that were cracked or breaking off on the edge of the table. 2. On the playground, a little tikes red car decorative black antenna was broken off on top and was sharp.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on record review, the center did not have the fingerprint results prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of transfer/hire 1/28/2022) had fingerprint results dated 8/17/2021 for a different location with a different Entity and did not have results for this location/Entity. 2. Staff #3 (Date of hire 3/15/2021) had fingerprint results dated 3/11/2021) for a different location/Entity and did not have results for this location/Entity.”

22.1-289.011-F

“Based on observation, the Violation Notice required by the Superintendent to be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises was not posted. Evidence: 1. The summary report was posted on the wall, but the violation notice for 8/14/2023 was not posted.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on record review, two of four children's records did not have complete information. Evidence: 1. Child #2 (start date 10/30/2023) was missing both parent's work phone numbers and one emergency contact name, address and telephone number. 2. Child #4 (start date 1/03/2024) was missing one emergency contact address and more detail for the previous child day care and schools attended.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, children's records were not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. A document labeled "Items containing Allergens" was posted on the cabinet. It listed four different children's names and listed foods the children could not eat.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a central registry report within 30 days of employment for each staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 2/06/2024) did not have a central registry on file. The center had record of requesting it. 2. Staff #3 (Date of hire 3/15/2021) had central registry results dated 3/23/2021 for a different location/Entity, but did not have the results for this location/Entity. 3. Staff #4 (Date of hire 9/18/2023) had central registry results dated 12/06/2023 and were not received within 30 days of employment.”

8VAC20-780-240-B

“Based on review, orientation training in subsection C of tis section was not completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities to include all of the facility specific topics. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/30/2021) completed orientation training on 8/30/2021 for a different center location. Staff #3 transferred to this location on 1/28/2022 and did not complete orientation for this facility to include facility specific topics.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the areas and equipment inside and outside were not main tained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Two's B classroom, the paint was chipping near 3 windows. A low shelf was peeling off/cracking on top of the shelf. A sink that children use had a large crack near the faucet approximately 8 inches long. 2. In the Toddler classroom, a blue sofa had a rip in the fabric approximately 1 inch on top. 3. On the playground, a small ride on toy was splintering at the bottom base. The door strips were falling off the red door and the paint was peeling to the right of the door and bottom left of the door.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a unlocked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the children's bathroom,3 restroom cleaning sprays and 1disinfectant sanitizer were inside an unlocked cabinet.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on interview and observation, the center did not meet all diapering requirements. Evidence: 1. The staff stated they dispose of diapers into the trash can near the changing table, but it was not foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on review of training records, one staff who works directly with children did not complete the departments health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 completed the health and safety update course on 3/02/2022 and needed an annual update.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the areas and equipment inside and outside were not main tained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Two's B classroom, the paint was chipping near 3 windows. A low shelf was peeling off/cracking on top of the shelf. A sink that children use had a large crack near the faucet approximately 8 inches long. 2. In the Toddler classroom, a blue sofa had a rip in the fabric approximately 1 inch on top. 3. On the playground, a small ride on toy was splintering at the bottom base. The door strips were falling off the red door and the paint was peeling to the right of the door and bottom left of the door.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a unlocked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the children's bathroom,3 restroom cleaning sprays and 1disinfectant sanitizer were inside an unlocked cabinet.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on interview and observation, the center did not meet all diapering requirements. Evidence: 1. The staff stated they dispose of diapers into the trash can near the changing table, but it was not foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.”

8VAC20-790-600-F

“Based on review of training records, one staff who works directly with children did not complete the departments health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 completed the health and safety update course on 3/02/2022 and needed an annual update.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the areas and equipment outside of the center, were not main- tained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the playground, a decorative racoon was torn/cracked and coming off the tree play structure.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, when using diaper ointments and creams, all requirements were not met. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler A classroom, diaper creams were under the changing table and were accessible to children. The sliding cabinet was not locked.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on review of staff records, one staff did not complete the Preservice Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 11/08/2022) had not completed the 10 hour Preservice Training within 90 days of hire..”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation and interview, hazardous substanceswere not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler A classroom 3 cleaning bottles under the changing table were not kept locked. The staff stated there was a work order in to repair the sliding door.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the areas and equipment outside of the center, were not main- tained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the playground, a decorative racoon was torn/cracked and coming off the tree play structure.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, when using diaper ointments and creams, all requirements were not met. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler A classroom, diaper creams were under the changing table and were accessible to children. The sliding cabinet was not locked.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on review of staff records, one staff did not complete the Preservice Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 11/08/2022) had not completed the 10 hour Preservice Training within 90 days of hire..”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation and interview, hazardous substanceswere not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler A classroom 3 cleaning bottles under the changing table were not kept locked. The staff stated there was a work order in to repair the sliding door.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, staff records were not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page from 1/14/2021 inspection was posted for the public to view. This page is considered confidential.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on interview, the center did not have a staff record kept for each staff person. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have a staff record. Staff A stated she transferred from another center and had not received the file yet.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, equipment of the center, inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool 1 classroom, a purple soft step had cracks in the material and was coming off on the edge. 2. In the Infant C classroom, 2 orange soft steps had missing fabric and the red triangle was coming unsewn and approximately half of the triangle was not attached to the stairs.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool I classroom, 2 glade spray bottles and 4 disinfectant surface cleaners were under a sink in a sliding cabinet that was open approximately 1 inch on each side and was not locked. One bottle of cleaner was under the changing table and not locked. The slide opened when pulled. 2. In the Discovery Preschool 2 classroom, A restroom cleaner was under the diaper changing table. The sliding cabinet was not locked. 3. In the Discovery Preschool B classroom, 2 cleaning spray bottles were in an unlocked cabinet.”

8VAC20-780-350-B-2

“Based on observation and review of the written attendance record, the center did not maintain the required supervision ratio of staff to children in the Discovery Preschool "C" classroom. Evidence: 1. On 9/06/2022, the Discovery Preschool "C" classroom (This is a 2 year old classroom with one Toddler- Child A - DOB 11/01/2020) had 6 children with 1 teacher from approximately 8:40am to approximately 8:52amand then 7 children with 1 teacher from approximately 8:52am to approximately 4:16pm when the youngest child (Child A) left. 2. On 9/07/2022, the Discovery Preschool "C" classroom had 6 children with 1 teacher from approximately 8:56am to approximately 10:28am when 1 child was moved to the Two's A class.”

8VAC20-780-510-G

“Based on review of medication, child #1 had a prescription medication, but it was not labeled with the child's name, name of the medication, the dosage amount and the time or times to be given. Evidence: 1. Child #1 had a medication without the prescription label or prescription box.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have the fingerprint results in the staff file for one staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have the fingerprint results at the center during the inspection.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have a completed sworn statement or affirmation from one staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have a completed sworn statement or affirmation at the center during the inspection.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (start date 7/27/2022) had record that the central registry was sent on 7/26/2022, but did not have the results.”

8VAC20-780-130-E

“Based on review of children's records, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years old. Evidence: 1. Child #1 was under the age of 2 years old and had the center had an immunization record dated 12/17/2021. 2. Child #3 was under the age of 2 years old and had the center had an immunization record dated 12/01/2021.”

8VAC20-780-510-H

“Based on medication review, nonprescription medication was not in the original container with the direction label attached. Evidence: 1. Child #1 had a nonprescription medication that was not in the original container with the direction label attached. The child's name was not on the box.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on medication review, when an authorization for medication expires and the parent does not pick up the medication within 14 days or renew the authorization. the center did not disposed of the medication. Evidence: 1. Child #2 had a medication at the center. The authorization was signed by the parent on 8/01/2022 and did not have a doctor's signature. The form had expired and the medication was not returned or authorization was not updated within 14 days.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, when using diaper ointments and creams, all requirements were not met. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool 2 classroom, 5 diaper creams were under the changing table and were accessible to children. The sliding cabinet was not locked.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for each staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have a tuberculosis screening at the center during the inspection.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, staff records were not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page from 1/14/2021 inspection was posted for the public to view. This page is considered confidential.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on interview, the center did not have a staff record kept for each staff person. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have a staff record. Staff A stated she transferred from another center and had not received the file yet.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, equipment of the center, inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool 1 classroom, a purple soft step had cracks in the material and was coming off on the edge. 2. In the Infant C classroom, 2 orange soft steps had missing fabric and the red triangle was coming unsewn and approximately half of the triangle was not attached to the stairs.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevent access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool I classroom, 2 glade spray bottles and 4 disinfectant surface cleaners were under a sink in a sliding cabinet that was open approximately 1 inch on each side and was not locked. One bottle of cleaner was under the changing table and not locked. The slide opened when pulled. 2. In the Discovery Preschool 2 classroom, A restroom cleaner was under the diaper changing table. The sliding cabinet was not locked. 3. In the Discovery Preschool B classroom, 2 cleaning spray bottles were in an unlocked cabinet.”

8VAC20-780-350-B-2

“Based on observation and review of the written attendance record, the center did not maintain the required supervision ratio of staff to children in the Discovery Preschool "C" classroom. Evidence: 1. On 9/06/2022, the Discovery Preschool "C" classroom (This is a 2 year old classroom with one Toddler- Child A - DOB 11/01/2020) had 6 children with 1 teacher from approximately 8:40am to approximately 8:52amand then 7 children with 1 teacher from approximately 8:52am to approximately 4:16pm when the youngest child (Child A) left. 2. On 9/07/2022, the Discovery Preschool "C" classroom had 6 children with 1 teacher from approximately 8:56am to approximately 10:28am when 1 child was moved to the Two's A class.”

8VAC20-780-510-G

“Based on review of medication, child #1 had a prescription medication, but it was not labeled with the child's name, name of the medication, the dosage amount and the time or times to be given. Evidence: 1. Child #1 had a medication without the prescription label or prescription box.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have the fingerprint results in the staff file for one staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have the fingerprint results at the center during the inspection.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have a completed sworn statement or affirmation from one staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have a completed sworn statement or affirmation at the center during the inspection.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (start date 7/27/2022) had record that the central registry was sent on 7/26/2022, but did not have the results.”

8VAC20-780-130-E

“Based on review of children's records, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years old. Evidence: 1. Child #1 was under the age of 2 years old and had the center had an immunization record dated 12/17/2021. 2. Child #3 was under the age of 2 years old and had the center had an immunization record dated 12/01/2021.”

8VAC20-780-510-H

“Based on medication review, nonprescription medication was not in the original container with the direction label attached. Evidence: 1. Child #1 had a nonprescription medication that was not in the original container with the direction label attached. The child's name was not on the box.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on medication review, when an authorization for medication expires and the parent does not pick up the medication within 14 days or renew the authorization. the center did not disposed of the medication. Evidence: 1. Child #2 had a medication at the center. The authorization was signed by the parent on 8/01/2022 and did not have a doctor's signature. The form had expired and the medication was not returned or authorization was not updated within 14 days.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, when using diaper ointments and creams, all requirements were not met. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool 2 classroom, 5 diaper creams were under the changing table and were accessible to children. The sliding cabinet was not locked.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening for each staff member. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (start date 9/01/2022) did not have a tuberculosis screening at the center during the inspection.”

8VAC20-780-160-A-2

“Based on record review, one staff member's TB test or screening documentation was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #5 (Hire date 2/25/2022) had a TB test or screening dated 2/28/2022.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of seven staff records, the center did not have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for each staff. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/09/2021) had a central registry finding dated 2/10/2022.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the infant/Toddler playground, a blue dog rocker's ear was torn and falling off the toy. Two blue push cars were damaged. One car had 4 large cracks in the tires and the other one had a missing back seat. 3. In the Toddler A classroom, a bucket was missing from the home living area play kitchen. The door in between the two toddler classrooms was chipped on top of the half door. 4. In the Infant C classroom, the blue soft step is starting to come apart in the corners and fraying. 5. In the Discovery Preschool I classroom, paint was chipping in the following areas: On the shelf by the 2nd window on left, the window with the playground view, near the 4th window, near the fire extinguisher and near the green bean bag. The left corner of the rug on the floor was missing the seam/border approximately 12 inches across and was fraying. The purple step had a hole the size of approximately a quarter on one corner and another smaller hole on the other corner and had multiple tears throughout. 6. The Discover Preschool 2 classroom had paint chipping near windows facing the playground on the left side and near the home living area. The home living kitchen sink bucket was cracked and sharp. 7. In the bathroom the children use, the dry wall was missing in a small area approximately the size of a quarter and needed repair near the red toilet. The tile was missing near the wall.”

8VAC20-780-160-A-2

“Based on record review, one staff member's TB test or screening documentation was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #5 (Hire date 2/25/2022) had a TB test or screening dated 2/28/2022.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of seven staff records, the center did not have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for each staff. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/09/2021) had a central registry finding dated 2/10/2022.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the infant/Toddler playground, a blue dog rocker's ear was torn and falling off the toy. Two blue push cars were damaged. One car had 4 large cracks in the tires and the other one had a missing back seat. 3. In the Toddler A classroom, a bucket was missing from the home living area play kitchen. The door in between the two toddler classrooms was chipped on top of the half door. 4. In the Infant C classroom, the blue soft step is starting to come apart in the corners and fraying. 5. In the Discovery Preschool I classroom, paint was chipping in the following areas: On the shelf by the 2nd window on left, the window with the playground view, near the 4th window, near the fire extinguisher and near the green bean bag. The left corner of the rug on the floor was missing the seam/border approximately 12 inches across and was fraying. The purple step had a hole the size of approximately a quarter on one corner and another smaller hole on the other corner and had multiple tears throughout. 6. The Discover Preschool 2 classroom had paint chipping near windows facing the playground on the left side and near the home living area. The home living kitchen sink bucket was cracked and sharp. 7. In the bathroom the children use, the dry wall was missing in a small area approximately the size of a quarter and needed repair near the red toilet. The tile was missing near the wall.”