KinderCare Learning Centers #000540
8604 Pohick Road
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 455-7322
Current Inspector: Jenifer Nalli (703) 309-9153
Inspection Date: March 28, 2023
Complaint Related: Yes
- 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 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies
8VAC20-780 Special Services
8VAC20-820 The License
8VAC20-820 The License Process
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
- Technical Assistance:
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Licensing inspector discussed mandated reporting requirements to ensure staff fully understand their responsibilities.
- Comments:
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An unannounced investigation was conducted 03/28/2023 in response to a complaint regarding supervision and care of children. During the investigation staff were interviewed, the files of children and staff were reviewed, and the "Toddler's" classroom were observed. The preponderance of evidence supports the allegations. This complaint has been determined to be valid. The exit interview was conducted with the director. If you have any questions pertaining to this investigation, please contact Kimberly.Sawyer@doe.virginia.gov.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: Yes Description: Based on interview and photos reviewed, When staff are supervising children, they did not always ensure their care, protection, and guidance.
Evidence:
1) On February 13th 2023, Child A (2 years old) fell off of the climbing equipment in the ?Toddler?s? classroom and their lip began to bleed. Neither Staff administered First Aid.
2) Staff B confirmed that Child A began to cry and their lip was bleeding.
3) Staff B stated Staff A told her not to tend to Child A.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-410-1 Complaint related: Yes Description: Based on interview, staff have roughly handled a child.
Evidence:
1) On March 1st 2023, Staff A pushed Child A onto a chair to prevent Child A (2 years old) from going to the door. Child A began to cry.
2) Staff B stated that they witnessed Staff A push Child A onto the chair located near the door of the ?Toddler?s? classroom.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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.
