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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197403508
Report Date: 05/22/2024
Date Signed: 05/22/2024 03:46:27 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197403508
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		PILAFAS, LORETTAFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:43536 22ND STREET WESTTELEPHONE:
(661) 948-3570
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93536
CAPACITY: 60TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 60CENSUS: 56DATE:
05/22/2024
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RequiredUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
01:43 PM
MET WITH:Loretta PilafasTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:55 PM
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On 5/21/2024, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Carol Heath met with the Director, Loretta Pilafas, to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection. LPA disclosed the purpose of the inspection and was granted entry to the facility. Upon arrival, LPA observed 2 preschool classrooms in use with 51 preschool children and 4 teachers. The facility also has a school-age (#197403509) and an Infant program (#197403510) on the premises.
The center's hours of operation are 6:30 AM—6:30 PM, Monday through Friday. It also has an infant program (197409418) and a school-age program (197401088). Incidental Medical Services (IMS) were discussed.
Physical Plant: LPA conducted a comprehensive tour and inspection of the preschool classrooms. Furniture and equipment were meticulously checked for age appropriateness and good repair. All rooms were found to be clean and safe. Telephone service was verified. Heating, lighting, and ventilation were deemed adequate. There are cubbies for children's belongings labeled with their names. LPA observed age-appropriate toys and materials. A daily activity schedule was observed in each classroom.
LPA noted a sufficient quantity of cots available for napping children. The bedding is stored separately and properly. The sheets and blankets are washed daily or sent home to be cleaned at home. Cots are sanitized daily. Drinking water is available inside the classrooms through disposable plastic cups and water jugs. A fire extinguisher (checked 1/8/2024), a smoke detector, and a carbon monoxide detector are on the premises.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 05/22/2024
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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All containers used for storing solid wastes, including moveable bins, shall have a tight-fitting cover that is kept on; they shall be leakproof and rodent-proof.

Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed 7 toilets and 7 sinks in bathroom 1 and bathroom 2. Soap, toilet paper, and paper towels were readily available, and the water temperature was appropriate.

Children are inspected for illnesses as they arrive with a no-touch thermometer and an overall wellness check. A review of medication policy indicated that prescription medication is administered only with the parent’s permission. The Director and other administration staff administer medication and document the dosage, date, and time on a log. Medication is brought and locked at the center (unless the parent requests daily return). Medication is labeled correctly and stored in its original container. Medication is kept at the center until expiration and sent home with the parent for disposal. There are currently no children in care with IMS needs.

The staff room has a separate area for the isolation and care of ill children. There is a mat available for ill children. An isolated toilet and sink are available in the staff restroom for ill children.
A Fire Drill/Earthquake log is posted in the office. The center conducted disaster drills for at least 6 months. A current Roster is available.
Transportation arrangement: Not for the preschool program

Lead Testing: According to the director, the center had drinking water tested for lead contamination levels in December 2022.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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The outdoor: The play equipment was inspected for health, safety, cushioning material, good repair, and age appropriateness. The facility has one playground for preschool children separated from school-age children and infants. The outside play area is completely fenced. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair, and age appropriateness. There are turf and concrete areas for active play. The area was observed to be free of debris from hazards, holes, broken items, debris, and cushioning material underneath. No bodies of water were observed. There are areas for shade and rest.

The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. Fire/earthquake drills current. Sign-in and out sheets were reviewed. The Teacher-to-child ratio was observed, and staff names were recorded. Care and supervision were evaluated to determine if the children’s basic needs were met and appropriate.



Staff Records/Children's Records: Staff and children's records were reviewed. LPA verified that at least one staff member was present with current CPR and First Aid Training. All staff complete the Mandated Reporter training every two years. All staff receive Measles, Pertussis, and Influenza vaccinations. All staff have requested fingerprinting associated with the facility.

LPA reviewed 5 children's records, complete with the parent’s signature.
Staffing Ration and Capacity: Upon arrival, LPA observed 2 classrooms with 56 preschool children and 6 teachers on the premises.

Food Service: There is a clean, fully equipped kitchen (off limits) with a refrigerator, freezer, stove, and microwave. The facility currently has a food program. Meals such as breakfast, lunch, snacks, and dinner are provided. The chemicals are kept separate.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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from the food (kitchen adjacent to the kitchen sink or locked inaccessible in classroom cabinets). LPA observed that food preparation and storage areas are kept clean and free of litter and rubbish. Soaps, detergents, cleaning compounds, or similar substances are stored separately from food supplies. Menus are posted at least one week in advance and made available for review by the parents.

The following general information was discussed during this inspection:



· §1596.7995 (a)(1) Commencing September 1, 2016, a person shall not be employed or volunteer at a daycare center if he or she has not been immunized against influenza, pertussis, and measles. Each employee and volunteer shall receive an influenza vaccination between August 1 and December 1 of each year.

· All Licensing reports are available for review online and are considered public information. Summary: Assembly Bill 2621 added Section 1596.819 to the Health and Safety Code to require the Department to post certain licensing information for CCCs and FCCHs on its public internet website.

· Before working or volunteering in a licensed childcare facility, all individuals subject to a criminal record review shall obtain a clearance or criminal record exemption. If a fingerprint clearance has been obtained through the Department, Licensee may request a transfer of a criminal record clearance from one state-licensed facility to another using form LIC 9184
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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· Senate Bill AB 633 - Child Care Facilities: Parent Notification Requirements
Summary: This bill amends Health and Safety Code (HSC) sections 1596.859, 1596.8595, 1596.8895, and 1597.05 to improve the transparency of licensing records and to ensure that parents/guardians using a licensed childcare facility are aware of situations that present the greatest danger to children

· Center Director advised of the requirement to report unusual incidents and/or injuries to the parent/guardian and Licensing within the time frame specified by the regulation (call within 24 hours and submit a written report within 7 days) and on the form LIC624. The Center reminded to review updates/regulations as well as quarterly updates on the Department website. The "Notification of Parent's Rights" poster must be posted in an area of the center accessible to parents. The information regarding new legislation with regard to exemptions and parents' rights was also discussed.

· Child Care Centers Licensee [or facility representative] was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, except as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1596.871, must obtain a criminal record clearance or exemption, or transfer their existing clearance or exemption, prior to initial presence in a Child Care Center. A civil penalty of $100.00 minimum/day for a maximum of 5 days or, if the penalty is for a repeat violation, for a maximum of 30 days per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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· Lead Testing – Child Care Centers (CCC) CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND NO LEAD EXCEEDANCES: Assembly Bill (AB) 2370, Chapter 676, Statutes of 2018, requires all licensed Child Care Centers (CCCs) constructed before January 1, 2010, to test their water (used for drinking and food preparation) for lead contamination before January 1, 2023, and then every 5-years after the date of the first test. For child care center licenses issued after July 1, 2022, the licensee shall test their water for lead within 180 days of licensure pursuant to Written Directives section 101700 (PIN 21-21.1- CCP). LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.
For the following scenarios use the below un-bolded language: • CCC COMPLETED TESTING AND IS IN THE PROCESS OF REMEDIATING LEAD EXCEEDANCES, or • CCC COMPLETED SAMPLING BUT THE TEST RESULTS ARE NOT YET AVAILABLE, or • CCC DID NOT COMPLETE TESTING PRIOR TO THEIR DEADLINE, or • CCC TESTING DEADLINE HAS NOT PAST LPA referred licensee [or facility representative] to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information.

· Child Care Centers and Family Child Care Homes LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with licensee [or facility representative] and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed licensee [or facility representative] of the importance of checking for recalled infant devices on the United States Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) website at https://www.cpsc.gov/ and recommended they register all infant devices with the CPSC to be notified of any recalls on their purchased equipment.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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· Child Care Centers IF THERE IS NO CHILD AT THE FACILITY THAT CURRENTLY NEEDS IMS, USE AS FOLLOWS: Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information, see PIN 22-02- CCP. When any IMS is provided, an updated Plan of Operation that includes IMS must be submitted to the Department. The following information regarding ADA was provided: US Department of Justice (USDOJ) toll-free ADA Information Line at (800) 514-0301 (voice) or (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA are available at: https://www.ada.gov/resources/child-care-centers/.

· MyChildCarePlan.org – Centers and Family Child Care Homes Licensee [or facility representative] was informed of the MyChildCarePlan.org website; a consumer education website that helps families obtain child care by connecting them to child care providers and Resource and Referral Agencies (R&Rs) throughout California.

· To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey may be sent to the email address provided. Please complete the survey and share your inspection experience. If you have any questions regarding the process or CARE tools, please send email inquiries to inspectionprocess@dss.ca.gov. For additional information regarding the inspection and its tools and methods, please visit the Program website at
www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/community-care-licensing/inspection-process.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
CCLD Regional Office, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403508
VISIT DATE: 05/22/2024
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· Notice of Site Visit - Centers and Family Child Care Homes A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

No deficiencies are being cited at this time; the facility complies with Title 22

An exit interview was conducted, and the report was reviewed with the director, Loretta Pilafas.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Claretta Yates
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Carol Heath
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 05/22/2024
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