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SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434400337
Report Date: 04/08/2025
Date Signed: 04/08/2025 03:31:18 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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERFACILITY NUMBER:
434400337
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LEAH KIDGERFACILITY TYPE:
850
ADDRESS:1081 FOXWORTHY AVENUETELEPHONE:
(408) 265-7380
CITY:SAN JOSESTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95118
CAPACITY: 96TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 96CENSUS: 51DATE:
04/08/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
10:40 AM
MET WITH:Leah Kidger TIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
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Licensing Program Analyst (LPA), Jennifer “Jen” Beehler, met with Director, Leah Kidger, for an unannounced Annual/Random Inspection. LPA was granted access to the facility by the Facility Representative and toured both indoors and outdoors during the inspection. Upon arrival, there were 51 children (preschool-age) and 6 staff (5 teachers /1 Director) present, which is compliant with the facility license capacity and ratio requirements. LPA observed all required postings near the entrance to the facility. Hours of operation for the facility are Monday – Friday, 06:30AM-06:00PM. There are no active waivers.

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. All staff present had criminal record clearance and were associated to the roster on Guardian.

LPA reviewed sign-in/out sheets, facility roster (LIC9040), and fire/disaster drill log during today’s inspection. Sign-in/out was observed to be completed with full legal signature and time of day. The last fire/disaster drill was conducted on 04/02/2025, which is compliant with the six-month requirement for facilities. LPA observed a fully charged 3A40BC fire extinguisher last serviced 08/10/2024, which is compliant with state fire marshal regulations. LPA observed a fully functioning smoke detector system and a working carbon monoxide detector. Facility Representative states that she does currently have children in care who require Incidental Medical Services.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 04/08/2025
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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Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400337

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/08/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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1597.16(a)(1)
Lead Testing
(1) A licensed child day care center, as defined in Section 1596.76, that is located in a building that was constructed before January 1, 2010, shall have its drinking water tested for lead contamination levels on or after January 1, 2020, but no later than January 1, 2023, and every five years after the date of the initial test.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
Deficient Practice Statement
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 1 out of 1 times which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/18/2025
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Lead testing was completed on 03/25/2023, facility did not have a copy of the report. Facility to provide a copy of the report to the Department and keep a copy on file to be reviewed at anytime. Facility should maintain the requirement by completing their next Lead Testing by 03/25/2028.
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Personnel Requirements
(2) Each person specified in (g) above shall have a health-screening report signed by the person performing the screening. This report shall indicate the following:

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 2 out of 5 staff files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/30/2025
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Director to provide LPA with photographic proof that staff has a Health screening and negative TB Test. In the future, Director will insist that staff cannot begin employment until they can produce these documents.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Jennifer Beehler
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/08/2025


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Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400337

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/08/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
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101226(e)(3)(A)
Health-Related Services
(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (A) Prescription medications shall be administered in accordance with the label directions as prescribed by the child's physician.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 7 medications which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/11/2025
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Director to release all expired medication to parents. Director will institute a procedure for regular review of all medication including: signed permission from parents, written instructions from Doctors and expiration dates of medications.
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Health-Related Services
(3) Prescription medications may be administered if all of the following conditions are met: (B) For each prescription medication, the licensee shall obtain, in writing, approval and instructions from the child's authorized representative for the administration of the medication to the child.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on records review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 3 out of 7 medications which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/11/2025
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Director to provide photographic proof that parents have provided written permission for staff to adminster medication for their children. Director will institute a review process to insure all medications are not received without written permission from parents and directions from Doctors.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Jennifer Beehler
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/08/2025


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Created By: Jennifer Beehler On 04/08/2025 at 02:10 PM
Link to Parent Document Below:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT (Cont)		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400337

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 04/08/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
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This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on record review, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above in 6 out of 6 Children's files which poses a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 04/18/2025
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Director to send proof that all 6 children's parents have been notified of the Type A citation from 09/18/2024 and the LIC9224 completed. Director to review all preschool files and insure that all files have the completed LIC9224 and that all new enrollees are notified of any Type A Citations prior to enrollment. Parents will sign an LIC9224 stating they have received copies of the reoports that included a Type A citation that occured within one year of the date of enrollment.
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Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Jennifer Beehler
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 04/08/2025


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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400337
VISIT DATE: 04/08/2025
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This facility provides Incidental Medical Services(IMS). LPA reviewed storage of medication and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s, personnel, and
administrative records. LPA observed 3 medications expired. Director will release these medications back to parents.
For IMS information see PIN 22-02-CCP. 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/.

Indoor areas of the facility were inspected by the LPA today and observed to be clean, orderly, and safe for the day care children. LPA observed sufficient age-appropriate materials, toys, and play equipment in the facility. Furniture, such as tables, chairs, and shelves, are in good condition and safe for children. The floors were clean and free of tripping hazards. Staff and children’s bathrooms are clean, sanitary, and operable. There is a separate staff bathroom, not utilized by the children, which an isolated child can use if necessary. The Facility Representative states a working landline is designated for the facility. Cleaning and maintenance for the facility is conducted by staff during the day. A staff person arrives before the school opens to clean when children are not in care. The Facility Representative states that there are no weapons or firearms on the premises.

LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with the Director and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage athttps://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed 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.

The outdoor area of the facility was inspected and observed to be fenced in. LPA observed play equipment was in good condition, age-appropriate, and has sufficient resilient materials (rubber padding) to absorb falls.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/08/2025
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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400337
VISIT DATE: 04/08/2025
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No outdoor bodies of water were observed during today’s inspection. Shaded rest area is provided by canopy and building overhang.

Food is provided by the facility and is stored, prepared, and served in a safe and healthful manner to the children. Facility offers provides breakfast, lunch and midafternoon snack to children. Menu is in writing and posted at least one week in advance, accessible to authorized representatives. The kitchen and storage area is clean and free of litter and rubbish. Equipment necessary for the storage, preparation and service of food is well maintained, clean, and sanitized after each use. Drinking water is readily available for children in the facility via water pitchers, which are available to fill children's water bottles from home that are labeled with the children’s names.

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 on 03/25/2023 in accordance to the Written Directives outlined in PIN 21-21.1-CCP. Facility did not have a copy of the report.

6 children’s files (preschool-age) were reviewed during today’s inspection for the following records: Physician’s Report (LIC701), Notification of Parents Rights (LIC995A), Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment (LIC627), Identification and Emergency Information (LIC700), Acknowledgment of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC9224), Signed Admission Agreement, and Immunization Records (PM286). LPA observed all files missing the LIC9224 dated 09/18/2024.

5 staff files (teachers) were reviewed for the following records: Transcripts/Verification of Experience, Health Screening Report (LIC503), Employee Rights (LIC9052), Criminal Record Statement (LIC508), Statement Acknowledging Requirement to report Child Abuse (LIC9108), Mandated Reporter Training Certificate, Tuberculosis (TB) Clearance, and Immunization Record showing immunity to measles (MMR), pertussis (Tdap), and influenza (or statement declining influenza).

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/08/2025
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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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400337
VISIT DATE: 04/08/2025
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There is at least one staff member present with current CPR/First-Aid that expires 08/03/2026. 3 out of 5 staff members had a current Mandated Reporter Training on file. LPA reminded the Director that the Mandated Reporter Training must be renewed by all staff every 2 years.

The Director understands that the site director shall be on the premises during the hours the center is in operation and that children at the center shall be visually supervised at all times. LPA reminded Facility Representative that there shall be at least one person with valid CPR and First-Aid certifications on site at all times or present during off site activities, such as field trips.

As a result of today’s inspection, 5-Type B citations were cited, more information provided on the attached LIC809-Ds. Exit interview conducted with Director Leah Kidger, report was reviewed and provided along with appeals rights.

A NOTICE OF SITE VISIT WAS GIVEN AND MUST REMAIN POSTED FOR 30 DAYS.

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.
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Gladys Kuizon
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Jennifer Beehler
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/08/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 04/08/2025
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