KinderCare Learning Centers 704

On 9/24/25, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and Staff #2 files did not contain results of NSOR clearance required by CPSL. Staff #4 file did not contain results of Child Abuse Clearance, FBI Clearance and NSOR clearance required by CPSL. Staff #4 file did not contain requests for Child Abuse and FBI Clearances.

On 9/24/25, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 files did not contain initial health assessments, including results of tuberculosis testing.

On 9/24/25, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #4 was observed working in the infant room. Staff #4 file did not contain verification of education.

On 9/22/25 at approx. 4:00pm, Facility Persons #1 and #2 witnessed Child #1 run to the classroom door from the playground. Upon reaching the door, Facility Persons #1 and #2 witnessed Facility Person #3 roughly pick up Child #1 under their arms and stomach area and roughly put Child #3 on the ground.

On 7/11/25, Child #1 diaper was not checked at least every 2 hours. Child #1 diaper was checked/changed at 10:31am and then not until 1:54pm. Additionally, on 7/17/25, during an unannounced inspection, certification representative reviewed facility diapering schedule. Child #2 diaper was checked/changed at 10:25am and not again until 1:52pm. Child #3 diaper was not checked/changed from 7am arrival time until 9:53am.

On 6/18/25, during unannounced inspection, Staff #1 acknowledged that Child #1 obtained a bruise on knee from a plastic toy in the infant room. Staff #1 did not complete an injury report documenting the incident.

On 6/18/25, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff person #1 has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire

On 3/14/25, at approximately 11:40am, Staff #3 and #4 were observed in the preschool room with 17 children. While preparing for lunch, children were observed entering and leaving the preschool classroom bathroom independently and unsupervised by a staff person. As a result, children were observed washing their hands with only water because the soap dispenser was empty. Additionally, in the young toddler room, Child #1 was observed at lunch time walking around the room with a pizza crust in their hand while climbing on soft blocks located in the classroom. Staff #1 and Staff #2 had their backs to Child #1 and therefore could not properly supervise in order to prevent an injury.

On 3/14/25, at approximately 11:50am, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed working in the young toddler room with 10 children. During mealtime, Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not foster a routine promoting developmental skills and social competence while ensuring the health & safety of the children. For example, children were observed walking, running, and climbing while eating and drinking from their cups, taking items off the food cart, and taking toys from each other while staff focused were on housekeeping chores. Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not engage with children to encourage appropriate developmental practices at mealtime in order to prevent an injury.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, a cracked ceramic toilet cover was observed in the Older Toddler bathroom (middle childcare space). Additionally, a sign stating the requirement for handwashing was not posted at the sink in the Older Toddler bathroom.

On 2/27/25, at time of renewal, the diapering station located in the Older Toddler middle childcare space was not equipped with a lidded waste receptacle.

On 2/27/25, at time of renewal, the refrigerator located in the school age room was not equipped with a thermometer.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, the EpiPen belonging to Child #5 was expired. Additionally, Child #5 medical plan providing information pertinent to treatment in case of an emergency was not on file at the facility.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, Staff #3 file did not contain the date of initial health assessment. Additionally, the health assessment on file did not include the physician's assessment of suitability to provide childcare.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, eight infants were present in the infant room. Written statements giving formula and feeding schedule obtained by the parent were not on file for the infants.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, an annual emergency drill was not conducted at the facility. The last emergency drill was conducted on 2/15/24.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, Child #5, #7 and #8 have been enrolled at the facility for more than 60 days. Child #5 and Child #7 file did not contain initial health reports, including immunization records. Child #8 file did not contain an initial health report (only immunization record was on file).

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, Staff #2 file did not contain evidence of annual fire safety training. The last fire safety training was dated 5/24/23.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, emergency contact information was not present in the childcare spaces where Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were receiving care.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, Child #6 file did not contain emergency contact information and financial agreement updated within 6 months. Child #6 emergency contact information was dated 10/16/23 and financial agreement was dated 7/18/24.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, emergency contact information in the childcare space was not updated at least once in a 6-month period.

On 2/27/25, at time of inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain 2 letters of reference.

On 2/20/25, at approximately 2:45pm, Staff person #1 was sitting at the table with Child #1 standing on their left side. Child #1 let out a scream and began crying while holding their right forearm. When Child #1 was asked what happened, Child #1 pointed to Staff person #1 and stated Staff person #1 name. Staff person #2 stated that after the incident they observed red marks on Child #1 right forearm appearing to be 4 fingers. Additionally, during the inspection, Staff persons #2, #3 and #4 acknowledged that Staff person #1 was observed yelling at children when redirecting them.

On 11/20/24, at time of inspection, Staff person #2 was observed to be caring for children unsupervised in the school van. Staff person #2 has not completed the following pre-service training required prior to caring for children unsupervised: Mandated Reporter Training and Health & Safety Training.

On 11/20/24, at time of unannounced inspection, the bathroom trim was pulled off the wall in the older toddler room. Dirty windowsills were observed in the toddler rooms.

On 11/20/24, at approximately 2:30pm, a training chair containing urine located in the OT bathroom (front) was not emptied and sanitized after use. Additionally, Staff #1 was observed changing a diaper. The diaper pad surface was not cleaned with a sanitizing solution prior to placing another child on the pad.

On 11/20/24, during unannounced inspection, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet accessible to children under the changing table located in the back young toddler room. Additionally, the kitchen door was propped open and accessible to children in the preschool room.

On 11/20/24, at time of unannounced inspection, the OT front bathroom and the Diaper Area in the front room were not equipped with a lidded waste receptacle.

On 11/20/24, at time of unannounced inspection, a broken toddler plastic basketball playset containing sharp edges, a broken metal toy cart and cracked water table lids were observed on the toddler outdoor play space.

On 11/20/24, at time of unannounced inspection, five young toddlers were observed asleep on rest mats. The mats were not at least 2 feet of space on three sides.

On 11/20/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 was observed changing a diaper in the OT room. After diapering the child, Staff #1 did not wash the child's hands and did not wash their own hands. Additionally, children in the OT middle room were not instructed to wash hands prior to eating snack.

On 11/20/24, at time of unannounced inspection, the facility's fire detection system was not tested at least every 30 days. The last test date on the Fire Detection Log was 9/30/24.

On 11/20/24, at time of inspection, Staff person #3- has not completed the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire: Health & Safety Training

On 8/7/24, during unannounced inspection, Staff #2 and Staff #3 stated they witnessed Staff #1 smack Child #1 on the arm. On 8/1/24, at approximately 9:00am, Staff #1, #2 and #3 were working together in the front childcare space. Staff #2 stated Child #1 smacked Staff #2 leg in a playful manner. Staff #2 stated that within a few moments, Staff #1 approached and smacked Child #1 on the arm.

On 8/7/24, at approximately 12:30pm, a PS child was observed unsupervised in the front bathroom while Staff #1 and Staff #2 were in the back part of the school age room. Diaper cream instructing to "keep out of reach of children" was observed on the floor while Child #1 was using the bathroom unsupervised (the diaper cream belonged to Child #1).

On 8/7/24, during unannounced inspection, a water play table containing filled with dirty standing rainwater was observed on the outdoor play space.

On 8/7/24, during unannounced inspection, the waste receptacle observed by the sink located in the Preschool Room did not contain a lid.

On 7/9/24, at time of unannounced visit, Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed out of ratio with 11 young toddlers during lunch time while Staff #3 was in the office.

Continued non-compliance: On 7/9/24, at time of unannounced inspection, the toilet located in the PS bathroom was not functioning. The toilet is not able to be used by children.

On 7/9/24, at time of unannounced visit, the diapering table located in the older toddler room was being used for food service.

On 6/11/24, during unannounced inspection, an unlabeled spray bottle containing disinfectant was observed in the PK classroom.

On 6/11/24, during unannounced inspection, the toilet located in the PK room was not functioning properly and in need of repair.

On 6/11/24, during unannounced inspection, Styrofoam bowls were observed at the facility.

On 6/11/24, during unannounced inspection, Staff #2 file did not contain an initial health assessment, including results of tuberculosis testing.

On 6/11/24, during unannounced inspection, Staff #2 and #3 were observed working in the PS classroom. Staff #2 and #3 file did not contain verification of education and childcare experience, if applicable, in order to qualify them for the position in which they were performing.

On 4/18/24, at approximately 12:00pm, Staff #1 neglected to close and lock the half door leading into the front preschool classroom. Staff #1 did not notice Child #1 leave the classroom. Another child noticed that Child #1 was not in the room and began asking the whereabouts of Child #1. Staff #2 saw the classroom door open and ran to the exit door. Child #1 was found unsupervised by a staff person for approximately 1-2 minutes in the lobby of the facility in-between the door outside the office and the front exit door leading to the parking lot.

On 5/1/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 file did not contain results of Child Abuse clearance required by CPSL. Additionally, Staff #2 resided in another state in the last 60 months. Staff #2 file did not contain results of out of state clearances as required by CPSL. (Staff #2 file did not contain requests for out of state clearances.)

On 5/1/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 file contained a high school transcript as verification of education. The high school transcript did not indicate a graduation date.

On 5/1/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and #2 were present in the faciltiy caring for children. Staff #1 and Staff #2 file did not contain initial health assessments, including results of tuberculosis testing, prior to working with children.

On 5/1/24, at time of unannounced inspection, Staff #1 and #2 file did not contain two letters of written references.

On 3/5/24, at time of inspection, diaper cream and baby powder instructing to "keep out of reach of children" were observed accessible to children under an unlocked diapering station.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, the ledge around the children's classroom sink located in the PS room was dirty.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, handwashing signs stating the requirement for when to wash hands were not posted at the sinks and diapering areas throughout the facility.

On 3/4/24, at time of renewal, a thermometer was not observed in the refrigerator located on the left back childcare space in the facility.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, fire alarms are not tested at least every 30 days. A 30 day fire detection log was not on file at the facility.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, notification of delivery of the facility's emergency plan to local municipality and county emergency management agency were not on file at the facility.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, annual notification of the facility's safe routes and drop off/pick up procedures was not on file at the facility. Safe routes were not posted in a conspicuous area in the facility.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, Child #1 and #2 agreements were not signed by the operator.

On 3/5/24, at time of renewal, Child #2 emergency contact information did not include the addresses of designated release persons.

Continued non-compliance from 4-19-23, During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed fire inspection report. Fire alarm system failed inspection.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 13 were missing mandated reporter training. Mandated reporter for staff 13 was expired. Last training taken was on 4-12-18. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 were missing disclosure statements from their file. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 3 was missing FBI and state police clearance (staff had receipt on file pending since 2-1-23), Staff 3 was also missing out of state clearances. Staff 6 was missing child and NSOR clearance, Staff 7 was missing child abuse. Staff 9 was missing child abuse and FBI clearance.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 5, 6, 7, 8 and 9 were missing disclosure statements from their file.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 3, 5, 6, 8 and 13 were missing emergency plan training from their file.

During renewal inspection, certification rep observed spray bottle use to disinfect in an area accessible to children inn preschool classroom

During renewal inspection certification rep checked first aid bag. The first aid bag in preschool classroom was missing bandages, tweezers and scissors. The first aid bag in the school age room was missing scissors.

During renewal inspection, certification rep saw a ripped mats used for sleeping Toddler B. Certification rep observed loose cabinet door in the Infant room

During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the cribs to be less than 2 feet on three sides

During renewal inspection, certification rep observed the temperature in the refrigerator in the infant room at 50° F

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. The physical for child 5 was expired.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. The file of child 1, and 3, enrolled more than 60 days at the facility, did not contain documentation of an influenza vaccination within the past year, as required per the ACIP recommended schedule.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 2, 3, 6, were missing physicals and TB screening from their file. Physical for staff 10 was expired. Last date of physical was on 9-30-19. Physical for staff 11 was expired. Last date of physical was on 8-26-2020. Staff 4, 7, 9 and 12 were missing date TB was read.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed fire drill log. Last fire drill conducted was 8-30-22.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed fire inspection report. Fire alarm system failed inspection.

During renewal inspection certification reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 3, 4, 6 and 9 were missing first aid and CPR. Staff 10 first and CPR expired on 2-2023, Staff 11 first aid and CPR expired on 1-2023.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 10,12 and 13 had expired fire safety training.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1,5,8,9, were missing 10 hour health and safety training. Staff 10, 12 and 13 were missing 1 hour updated health and safety training.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 10, 11, 12 and 13 were missing written evaluations

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 2 and 6 were not signed by the operator

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for 5 and 6 were missing fee to be charged per day or per weekDuring renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for1 and 5 did not specify services to be provided. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Child 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 were missing Child Service Reports in their file

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. The fee agreement for child 1, 4, 5 and 6 were missing child's date of admission

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 4 was missing written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 1 and 4 was missing health insurance coverage and policy number for a child under a family policy or Medical Assistance benefits

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Fee agreement for child 1, 2, 4,5 were expired. Fee agreement for child 4 was missing. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed emergency contacts. Emergency contact for child 3, 4 and 5 were expired.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's file. Child 3 was missing parental consent for administration of medications or special dietary needs.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed children's files. Emergency contact for child 4 was missing signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 2 and 3 were missing education. During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 4, 5, 6, 8 and 9 were missing verification of two years of childcare experience.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 and 9 were missing two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Staff 4, 7 and 10 were missing one written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 10, 11, 12 and 13 were missing 4 annual training hours.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 and 2 are missing NSOR

During renewal inspection certification rep observed the door under the changing table unlocked in the toddler classroom. Cleaning solution was accessible to children.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed first aid kits. The first aid kit in the infant room was missing bandages and gauze pads. The first aid kit in the school age room was missing tweezers and scissors

During renewal inspection, certification rep observed chipped paint on the outdoor play equipment

During the renewal inspection, it was observed that the annual emergency drills was not documented and on file at the facility.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 did not have health and safety training.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. Child 2 was missing arrival and departure times.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. Child 2 was missing services which are to be considered as extra.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. Child 2 was missing date of admission

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. Child 3 was missing address of the child's physician or source of medical care.During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. Child 2 was missing the address of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released. Child 3 was missing address and telephone number of the individual designated by the parent to whom the child may be released.

During renewal inspection certification rep reviewed child files. Child 1 had expired emergency contact and fee agreement. Child 3 had expired fee agreement

During renewal inspection, certification rep reviewed staff files. Staff 1 did not have 2 years of verified child care experience.

During renewal inspection certification rep did not see DHS regulations and contact information accessible the parents of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office.

Child was at the playground and ran into the building. An infant teacher saw the child and brought her to the assistant director.