Kindercare Learning Centers 000272
6323 Grovedale Drive
Alexandria, VA 22310
(703) 971-4845
Current Inspector: Karen Dickens (571) 423-6978
Inspection Date: May 16, 2022
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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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.
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
- Comments:
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An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today between the hours of 9:30am-11:15am. There were a total of 51 children with 10 supervising staff members present. Children were observed during circle time, handwashing, and engaged in group activities. A selection of staff and children records, and other documents were reviewed. The physical space, emergency supplies, evacuation drills, attendance records, and the Emergency Preparedness Plan were reviewed. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the violation notice. Please contact me if you have any questions at Karen.dickens@doe.virginia.gov.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 22.1-289.035-B-4 Description: Based on record review, the center did not obtain an out of state sex offender registry search prior to the first day of employment. Plan of Correction: The center conducted an out of state sex offender check during the time of the inspection.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition.
Evidence:
1. In the Pre-K classroom, the cushion of the sofa had rips in the right corner and the material was cracked, exposing the form of the cushion.
2. In the two's classroom, the wood on the top of the toy shelf contained an inch and a half crack.Plan of Correction: The center had the couch removed from the classroom at the time of the inspection.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-550-G Description: Based on record review, documentation for emergency evacuation drills did not contain required information.
Evidence:
1. Documentation for the emergency evacuation drills did not contain the following: number of staff participating, the method for notification, special conditions simulated, weather conditions, and problems encountered, if any.Plan of Correction: The center will use the department's model form for evacuation drill documentation.
Disclaimer:
A compliance history is in no way a rating for a facility.
The online compliance history includes only information after July 1, 2003. In addition, the online compliance history includes information regarding adverse actions that may be the subject of a pending appeal. An adverse action is not final until a provider has exhausted or waived all due process rights. For compliance history prior to July 1, 2003, or information regarding the status of pending adverse actions, please contact the Licensing Inspector listed in the facility's information. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is not responsible for any errors in or omissions from the compliance history information.
