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FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 434400340
Report Date: 10/03/2023
Date Signed: 10/04/2023 11:27:14 AM

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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:
434400340
ADMINISTRATOR:MARCELLA TARINFACILITY TYPE:
830
ADDRESS:840 BING DRIVETELEPHONE:
(408) 246-2141
CITY:SANTA CLARASTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95051
CAPACITY: 56TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 56CENSUS: 29DATE:
10/03/2023
TYPE OF VISIT:Required - 1 YearUNANNOUNCEDTIME BEGAN:
10:50 AM
MET WITH:Marcella TarinTIME COMPLETED:
04:10 PM
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Licensing Program Analys t(LPA) Anna Morales conducted a ANNUAL REQUIRED INSPECTION and was greeted by Director Marcella Tarin. Assistant Director is Leah White Jefferson. Current Hours of operation is M-F, 7:00am to 6pm, serving ages from 6 weeks to 24 months. Facility's License, Notification of Parents’ Rights Poster, Child Car Seat Law, Personal Rights (LIC 613A), Emergency Disaster Plan, and Earthquake Preparedness Checklist were observed to be posted. LPA was unable to observe last disaster drill.

The Infant Program is operating in Rooms 1, 2 & 7. The children in the Infant Program use Infant/Toddler and Toddler Playgrounds. LPA toured the facility both indoor and outdoor. LPA observed that the facility was operating in compliance with teacher to children ratio requirement. Children were engaged with activities and sleeping with supervision of staff. There were no bodies of water observed. Director stated that they do not have weapons on the premises. Furniture and equipment were observed to be age appropriate and in good condition, free of sharp, loose, or pointed parts. Disinfectants, cleaning solutions, and other items that are dangerous to children were stored inaccessible to children. Floors were clean.

LPA observed charged Fire extinguishers. LPA observed Carbon and Smoke detector(s) Director informed LPA that the Carbon Monoxide detectors are located on the ceiling in each of the middle of the classroom. Foods and beverages were kept protected against contamination and spoilage. Trash cans for solid waste had tight-fitting covers on, and were in good repair.

SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 10/03/2023
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
SAN JOSE CC RO, 2580 N FIRST STREET, STE. 300
SAN JOSE, CA 95131
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER
FACILITY NUMBER: 434400340
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2023
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Staff records reviewed include Criminal Record and Child Abuse Index Clearance, Health Screening Report and TB test, Immunization (Measles, Pertussis, and Flu) record and required Training. LPA reminded Director that the online AB1207 Mandated Reported Training needs to be renewed every two years. There was at least one person with current certification in Pediatric CPR and First Aid present at the facility.

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.

LPA also reviewed with Director the violations that would result in an immediate assessment of civil penalty in the amount of $500. Director is encouraged to visit the Department’s website at www.cdss.ca.gov to access resources for Providers, Regulations, Online option to pay Annual License fee, Adoption of new Laws, etc.

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.


LPA verified that the lead testing was completed in accordance to the Written Directives
SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2023
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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: 434400340
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2023
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Outdoor activity spaces are enclosed by fencing and are observed to be free of hazards. LPA observed play equipment were in good condition. Drinking water was readily available to children indoor and outdoor. Activities schedule and Menu were posted. Facility provides, breakfast lunch and snacks (morning and afternoon). LPA observed that food storage areas were clean and free of litter. LPA observed that each infant has current feeding, diaper, and nap log. The center documents the 15 minutes Sleep Checks in their tablets( electronic). Diapers are being disposed appropriately. Each infant has personal items individually stored and labeled.

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/.

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-andresources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed the Director 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.

LPA reviewed sign in and out record, and procedure. A sampling of children and staff files was taken for review during today's inspection. Children records reviewed include Admission Agreement, Identification and Emergency Contact, Consent for Emergency Medical Treatment form, receipt of Parent Rights Notice, Personal Rights Notice, Medical Assessment, Immunization, and Infant Needs and Services Plan.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2023
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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: 434400340
VISIT DATE: 10/03/2023
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Director 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.

Deficiencies (TYPE B) were cited during this inspection, appeal rights given. Exit interview was conducted and reviewed with Director Marcella Tarin

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.
SUPERVISORS NAME: Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME: Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 10/03/2023
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Created By: Anna Morales On 10/03/2023 at 03:30 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: 434400340

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 10/03/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101174(d)
Disaster and Mass Casualty Plan
(d) Disaster drills shall be conducted at least every six months.

This requirement is not met as evidenced by:
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Based on interview, the licensee did not comply with the section cited above, LPA was unable to observe documentation of last disaster drill, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/17/2023
Plan of Correction
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Director stated that she will conduct a Disaster drill and submit a copy to CCL by the POC date
Type B
Section Cited
CCR
101216(g)(1)
Personnel Requirements
(1) Except as specified in (3) below, good physical health shall be verified by a health screening, including a test for tuberculosis, performed by or under the supervision of a physician not more than one year prior to or seven days after employment or licensure.

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, S3 and S5 did not have Health Screening and TB in their file, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/17/2023
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Director stated that she will submit the copies of Health Screening/TB to CCL by the POC date.
Failure to correct the cited deficiency(ies), on or before the Plan of Correction (POC) due date, may result in a civil penalty assessment.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2023


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Created By: Anna Morales On 10/03/2023 at 03:30 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: 434400340

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:

VISIT DATE: 10/03/2023

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type B
Section Cited
HSC
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Administration of Child Day Care Licensing
(1) On or before March 30, 2018, a person who, on January 1, 2018, is a licensed child day care provider, administrator, or employee of a licensed child day care facility shall complete the mandated reporter training provided pursuant to paragraphs (2) and (3) of subdivision (a), and shall complete renewal mandated reporter training every two years following the date on which he or she completed the initial mandated reporter training.

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, S5 did not have a current Mandated Reporter Training on file, which poses/posed a potential health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 10/17/2023
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Director stated that she will submit the copy of S5 Mandated Reporter Training to CCL by the POC date
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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.
SUPERVISOR'S NAME:Gladys Kuizon
LICENSING EVALUATOR NAME:Anna Morales
LICENSING EVALUATOR SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2023
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 10/03/2023


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