KinderCare Learning Center #301044
4381 Kevin Walker Drive
Dumfries, VA 22025
(703) 680-2244
Current Inspector: Cathy Aylor (540) 222-6352
Inspection Date: Nov. 8, 2024
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Programs.
- Technical Assistance:
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Consultation provided on behavioral guidance and forbidden actions.
- Comments:
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The center self reported a situation involving a staff engaging in inappropriate behavioral guidance and physically disciplining a child. Interviews and a review of video footage supported citations in the areas of behavioral guidance and forbidden actions.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-400-A Description: Based on interviews and a review of video footage, it was determined that the center's staff failed to promote a child's well-being and growth when the staff failed to interact with a child with needed help, comfort and support.
Evidence:
On 11/7/23 at approximately at 9m during circle time, staff A can be seen on video footage sternly telling child A to put their shoes back on after the toddler had taken them off. The voice tone was harsh and not intended to constructively redirect the toddler.Plan of Correction: Staff will be retrained on positive child guidance.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-410-1 Description: Based on a review of video footage and interviews, it was determined that a staff physically punished a toddler.
Evidence:
On 11/7/23 at approximately 9 am, staff A threw a baggie of flash card pieces at child A to get their attention and to direct the child to put their shoes and socks back on. The baggie hit the child in the leg/foot area.Plan of Correction: Staff A was placed on administrative leave starting 11/8 and employment was terminated 11/9.
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.
