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25 | On 1/18/23 at 11:30 am Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Monica Mathur conducted an unannounced Annual Inspection at Kindercare Learning Center. LPA met with Director, Kathy Conrow and explained the purpose of today's inspection. Kindercare's District Leader, Diane Palacios was also present. Center has a Toddler component operating in 1 room. Facility's operating days and hours are Monday to Friday from 6:45 am - 6pm in 4 Rooms on two floor levels:
Street Level: Toddler room, Preschool room, Pre-K room
Basement: Two's room
The physical plant was inspected. LPA toured the premises with the Director.
Indoor space: Classrooms, restrooms were inspected. All children were playing in the outdoor yard. LPA observed a separate yard for Toddlers. There was 1 toddler staff with 5 toddlers; and 5 staff with 33 preschool children outside. Facility was in compliance with teacher child ratios during inspection. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items dangerous to the health and safety of children were stored in places inaccessible to them. Cabinets, drawers, and rooms used for storage were locked. Furniture and equipment were age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. There is a air conditioning vent on the floor of the Pre-K room. It has a grill cover on it. Director and facility's tech person Ryan states this vent does not have any air flow, and cover does not get hot. Restrooms for children were observed to be in safe, sanitary, and functioning condition. Floors were clean and free from tripping hazard. Foods and beverages were stored safely. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on and were in good repair. LPA observed a working Fire extinguisher, Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors. Log shows that the last Fire Drill was conducted in December 2022. Facility does not provide transportation for children, but Director understands that children cannot be left alone, unattended in parked vehicles. Required postings were observed to be posted.
Outdoor space Both yards for Toddlers and Prechoolers was inspected and observed to be fenced and safe. The play equipment was maintained in good condition and free of hazards. Areas around and under high climbing equipment and slides were cushioned with material that absorbs falls. Shade is provided and there were no bodies of water observed. Drinking water is arranged to be readily available to children during indoor and outdoor activities. |