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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 197403567
Report Date: 04/14/2026
Date Signed: 04/14/2026 02:55:12 PM

Document Has Been Signed on 04/14/2026 02:55 PM - It Cannot Be Edited

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
197403567
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		GENESIS BENITEZFACILITY TYPE:
840
ADDRESS:44400 FOXTONTELEPHONE:
(661) 948-1767
CITY:LANCASTERSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
93535
CAPACITY: 28TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 0CENSUS: DATE:
04/14/2026
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
12:55 PM
MET WITH:Genesis Benitez, DirectorTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
03:00 PM
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On April 14, 2026, at 12:55 P.M., Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Joselito L. Del Mundo met with Director Genesis Benitez to conduct an unannounced Annual/Random inspection for the school age license in accordance with the facility sketch. A tour of the facility was conducted. LPA did not observe school age children during this visit. The school age license has only one classroom. The school age classroom operates Monday to Friday, from 6:30 A.M. to 6:30 P.M. Licensing fees are current
Indoor/Children’s Area:
The room is clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair; the entrance and exit doors of the classroom is kept free of obstructions; floors of the room have a surface that is safe and clean, teachers used spray bottles disinfectants to sanitize rooms, furniture/equipment is in good condition and is free of flies, other insects, and rodents; tables/chairs provided to meet children’s needs. Per Lead Teacher, the school age classroom is being sanitized by the teachers before the children go inside the classroom, after every meal, after doing activities, and before closing hours. All play equipment and materials used by children are age-appropriate, each child has an individual storage space (cubby, individually labelled with name) for his/her clothing, personal belongings. There is a working telephone. There are no window cords accessible to children.
Trash bins have tight fitting lids. Drinking fountain is available inside the classroom. Water pitchers are available in the classroom and during outdoor play. All materials and surfaces are toxic free. There is no fireplace in the facility. The center has an internal pull-down fire alarm system and a 2-A:10-B:C type of fire extinguisher. Carbon monoxide devices are in operable condition (tested at 1:20 P.M.).

Restrooms: LPA inspected and observed two toilets in two separate restrooms. There are two separate sinks located outside of the restroom. LPA also observed toilet paper and trash bins. Water temperature is appropriate.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Lady King
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/14/2026
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403567
VISIT DATE: 04/14/2026
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The facility maintains a comfortable temperature at all times, first aid supplies (first aid manual/guide, bandages, scissors, tweezers), sign in/out sheets available and completed daily. Smoking is prohibited on the premises, no prohibited child care items observed. Firearms/weapons are not allowed or stored on premises. There is no body of water on the premises.

Per Director Genesis Benitez, school age children do not nap inside the classroom.
Outdoor: The facility has two playground areas for the school age children. The play area is made of grass and concrete and has a hip shade structures to cover the other play equipment. Outdoor play equipment was inspected for health, safety, good repair, and age appropriateness. The area was observed to be free of debris, free from hazard, holes, broken items, debris. Drinking fountain is available in the play area. Water is also provided using water pitcher. Per Lead Teacher, the students also bring their own water bottles. LPA observed a slide, hula hoops, balls, and other toys. The slide has rubber cushioning material to absorb a fall. No bodies of water were observed.

Teacher child ratios were observed, and staff name recorded. Care and supervision was evaluated to determine if the basic needs of children are met and appropriate.


Health Related Services: Per Director Genesis Benitez, the center does not administer medications to the currently enrolled school age children. Per Director Benitez, when the children arrive at the facility, the children usually inform their teachers if they are not feeling well. Teachers also visually inspect the child for illnesses (wellness policy) inside the classroom. According to Director Benitez, when a child shows signs of illness, the library or the main office is used as an isolation room. Parents are called immediately to pick up their child. Facility was advised that the medication must be properly labeled and stored in its original container.
Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Lady King
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403567
VISIT DATE: 04/14/2026
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The Lead Teacher stated that they were providing transportation to school age children. Parents drop them off at the center in the morning and the facility drops the children off to school. The facility also picks up the children from school in the afternoon.

Food Service: The facility has monthly menu and meal pattern posted on the parent board. The center provides breakfast, lunch and afternoon snacks.

Children’s Records: LPA reviewed ten children’s files. Based on records review, children’s files are complete.

Staff/Personnel Records: Designation of Responsibility observed, immunization's, TB clearance, health screening, criminal record statement, statement acknowledging requirement to report suspected child abuse. LPA reviewed two staff files. Based on records review, staff have current mandated reporter training and pediatric CPR/First Aid training LPA also observed the two staff have immunization records against Pertussis and Measles. The two staff have TB skin test on file.

Facility Records: Electronic Roster, fire/earthquake drills log were completed on March 16 and 31, 2026, at 10:45 A.M.

Posting Requirements: Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty. The following were observed posted as required: facility license, Personal Rights (LIC613A), Parent’s Rights Poster (PUB 394), emergency disaster plan, earthquake preparedness checklist, and California Car Seat Law.

Documents Provided and or Discussed: Forms and records to keep at the facility and IMS.


Advisory/Other: First Aid kit boxes were observed with supplies readily available.
LPA observed Sign in and out sheets when dropping off and picking up their child. The parent board was reviewed and has all the required forms posted. The facility has daily schedule, Spring Weekly Unit Plan, and Playground Schedule, posted on the parent board.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Lady King
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403567
VISIT DATE: 04/14/2026
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Incidental Medical Services (IMS) policy was discussed. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Family Child Care Homes Section 102417. When any IMS is provided, a Plan for Providing 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)/ (800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at: http://www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

Director was advised of the requirement to report Unusual Incidents. Licensee informed to utilize the Unusual Incident Report/Injury Report LIC624B when submitting the report to the department (email address on the website: www.unusualincidentreport@dss.ca.gov). A report shall be made to the department by telephone or fax during the department's normal business hours before the close of the next working day following the occurrence during the operation of family day care home. In addition, a written report shall be submitted to the department within seven days following the occurrence of any events specified above.



The Director 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.

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 as specified in Health and Safety Code section 1597.16.

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 (Interim Licensing Standards) outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Lady King
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
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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
PALMDALE CHILD CARE, 39115 TRADE CENTER DR STE. 201
PALMDALE, CA 93551
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 197403567
VISIT DATE: 04/14/2026
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LPA referred director to the Department website for lead: Lead Toxicity Prevention and Water Testing Information (https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/water-testing-information)

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Director Genesis Benitez of the importance of checking for and removing any 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.

Director Genesis Benitez 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.

The On Duty Worker is available for questions at (661) 202-3318 Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. – 5:00 P.M.



No deficiency was cited at this time.

A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 days.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with Director Genesis Benitez.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Lady King
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Joselito DelMundo
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/14/2026
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