KinderCare Learning Centers, LLC

60. Good Moral Character Affidavit (Article VII.A) (60-01)

The personnel record for staff did not include a signed "Affidavit of Good Moral Character". Comments: At the time of the Inspection, observed two staff members (L.S.) (D.C.) with expired GMC Affidavits. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report 5ba3c391-4702-4486-91e8-b3f2687bd9b6)

66. Training Requirements (Articles VI and XV.D; 65C-22 F.A.C.) (66-03)

There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year. Comments: At the time of the Inspection, observed two staff members (K.L.) (L.G.) that have not completed the 40-hour introductory training within their first year of working in the childcare industry. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-06-09. View official inspection document (report 5ba3c391-4702-4486-91e8-b3f2687bd9b6)

10. (10-09)

The hot water at the hand washing sink in the [toddlers diaper changing area was 121 degrees] area exceeded 110 degrees. Comments: Technical assistance was given to lower the temperature of the water in the sink at the toddlers' diaper changing area, so it does not exceed 110 degrees. On 01/16/2026 visited facility and water temperature was lowered and did not exceed 110 degrees. 11. Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of the inspection the facility does not provide night-time care. 12. Night-time Care (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

25. (25-01)

The facility's outdoor play area contained debris. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection there was plastic debris in one corner of the playground. Technical assistance was given and it was resolved. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

25. (25-02)

The facility's outdoor play area was observed to have [a hose unraveled on the ground] which is hazardous. (Section 10.7, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: At the time of the inspection a hose was unraveled on the ground. Technical assistance was given and it was resolved. Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, the facility does not have a pool. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

61. (61-02)

Verification of an employment history check was not on file for personnel in the facility. (Section 19.5, number 2) Background Screening [SR] Comments: At the time of the Inspection, staff (T.M.) employment history was not verified. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

61. (61-03)

Employment history check did not include all required information including applicants job title, description of regular duties, confirmation of employment dates, and level of job performance.. (Section 19.5, number 2) Background Screening [SR] Comments: At the time of the Inspection, staff (T.M.) employment history did not include all required information. Due: 2/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

62. (62-05)

Rescreening was not completed every five years after initial screening. (Section 19.5, number 1) Background Screening [SR] Comments: At the time of the Inspection, Background Screening for (K.R.) had expired on 12/24/2025. PERSONNEL RECORDS 63. Application (Article XV.D) (Article XV.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 19.4 Record Keeping/Personnel Records, Page 48) Compliance Due: 2/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

66. (66-02)

The successful completion of the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement was not recorded on the Department's training transcript for staff. Comments: At the time of the Inspection, staff (T.M.) (K.B.) (K.L.) have not successfully completed the 40-hour Introductory Child Care Training requirement. Due: 2/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

66. (66-03)

There are staff who failed to begin the Department's required 40-hour introductory child care training within 90 days of employment or complete the training within one year. Comments: At the time of the Inspection, staff (K.B.) (K.L.) has not completed the required 40-introductory child care training. Due: 2/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

66. (66-04)

There are staff employed for at least 12 months who failed to complete the 5-clock hours or .5 CEU training in early literacy and language development of children. Comments: At the time of the Inspection, staff (J.M.) (K.B.) has not completed 5-clock hours in early literacy. Due: 2/25/2026 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2026-01-14. View official inspection document (report 35fdaac2-c36c-4c7a-a8c6-dca86a31eb15)

62. Local, State, Federal Check (Article VII.A, and F) (62-02)

Facility staff person or employee requiring screening did not have current Level 2 clearance to work with children and was working/assisting at the facility while children were present. Background Screening [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, staff member JC was observed working with children despite not having background screening documentation on file, indicating serious non-compliance with mandatory personnel screening requirements designed to protect child safety. This violation compromises child protection protocols by allowing unscreened personnel to have direct access to children in care. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the critical importance of completing all required background screening procedures before staff members begin working with children and proper personnel file management. The facility shall ensure that staff member JC immediately ceases working with children until all required background screening documentation is completed, cleared, and properly filed, and shall ensure that no staff members work with children without completed and approved background screening on file to maintain child safety and regulatory compliance. PERSONNEL RECORDS 63. Application (Article XV.D) Not Monitored 64. Proof of Risk Assessment Completed/Negative TB Test (Article XV.D) Not Monitored Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 52cd9eda-f3a0-4762-880b-ee8ca65f93a0)

65. Physical Examination (Article XV.D) (65-01)

The personnel record for staff did not include a current statement attesting that he/she was physically qualified to care for children. Comments: At the time of inspection, staff SW did not have a current physical examination on file. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, all current staff have completed training requirements. Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-10-20. View official inspection document (report 52cd9eda-f3a0-4762-880b-ee8ca65f93a0)

01. (01-01)

The license holder did not provide verification of comprehensive general liability insurance. Comments: During the facility inspection, the facility failed to provide verification of comprehensive general liability insurance with Palm Beach County Health Department designated as the certificate holder. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding insurance requirements and the specific designation of Palm Beach County Health Department as certificate holder. The facility shall obtain and maintain comprehensive general liability insurance with Palm Beach County Health Department as the certificate holder and shall provide current verification of coverage to demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements. Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

01. (01-06)

The license holder did not provide evidence of Florida Worker's Compensation insurance or a notarized statement attesting that worker's compensation insurance is not applicable. Comments: During the facility inspection, the facility failed to provide verification of Florida Worker's Compensation insurance with Palm Beach County Health Department designated as the certificate holder. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding insurance requirements and the specific designation of Palm Beach County Health Department as certificate holder. The facility shall obtain and maintain Florida Worker's Compensation insurance with Palm Beach County Health Department as the certificate holder and shall provide current verification of coverage to demonstrate compliance with insurance requirements. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, facility license was current and conspicuously displayed. Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

04. (04-02)

The room capacity was not posted conspicuously in the following room(s): [VPK and 2yr ] (Section 1, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, room capacity signage was not posted in the VPK and 2-year-old classroom, preventing clear identification of enrollment limits for each space. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of conspicuous room capacity posting for regulatory compliance and operational management. The violation was corrected on-site when room capacity signs were posted in the affected classrooms. The facility shall ensure that room capacity limits are conspicuously posted in each classroom to provide clear guidance for enrollment management and regulatory oversight. Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed staff ratio as follows: Infants - 7:2 (KB, DN) Toddlers - 9:2 (DW, LW) VPK - 10:1 (JL) 2yr - 5:1 (CH) 2yr - 9:1 (SA) 3yr - 10:1 (FE) 05. Staff Ratio (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B) (Articles VIII.B, C, and XVIII.A, B) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 4 Group Size, Pages 14-15) Compliance 06. Direct Supervision (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (Articles VII.B; VIII.C; X.E and XII.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 5 Supervision, Pages 16-17) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, telephone was operable. 561-687-0595 07. Telephone/Communication Device (Articles X.F and XVIII.A) (Articles X.F and XVIII.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 14.2 Fire Safety, Page 33) Compliance 08. Daily Program (Article IX.A) (Article IX.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 7 Planned Activities, Pages 19-20) Compliance 09. Discipline (Article IX.C) (Article IX.C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 9 Child Discipline, Pages 21-22) Compliance 10. Proper Hand Washing (Articles X.D) (Articles X.D) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10.6 Bathrooms and Sinks, Page 25) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

10. (10-03)

Toilet paper was not available in the [VPK ] toilet room/bathroom. (Section 10.6, number 7) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, toilet paper was not available in the VPK bathroom, preventing proper restroom functionality and hygiene practices for children. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining adequate restroom supplies and implementing regular monitoring procedures. The violation was corrected on-site when new toilet paper was installed in the restroom. The facility shall ensure that toilet paper is always available in all restrooms and shall monitor supplies regularly to ensure immediate replacement as soon as current supplies are depleted to maintain proper restroom functionality. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

10. (10-04)

Disposable towels or individual towels were not available in the [VPK bathroom] hand washing area. (Section 10.6, number 7) (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, paper towels/disposable towels were not available in the VPK bathroom handwashing area, compromising proper hand drying procedures following handwashing. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining adequate supplies of disposable/paper towels and implementing regular monitoring procedures. The violation was corrected on-site when paper towels were restocked. The facility shall ensure that paper towels/disposable towels/individual towels are always available at all handwashing stations and shall monitor supplies regularly to ensure immediate replacement as soon as current supplies are depleted to maintain proper hand hygiene completion procedures. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

10. (10-05)

Soap was not available in the [VPK restrooom] hand washing area. (Section 10.6, number 7) (Section 17.1, number 1) (Section 12.3, number 1) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, soap was not available in the VPK restroom handwashing area. This deficiency prevents effective handwashing procedures necessary for maintaining sanitation standards and preventing the spread of illness. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining adequate soap supplies and implementing regular monitoring procedures. The violation was corrected on-site when the soap tube was replaced and dispenser functionality was restored. The facility shall monitor all soap dispensers regularly and ensure immediate replacement of soap supplies as soon as dispensers become empty to maintain continuous handwashing capabilities. 11. Diaper Changing Area (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Articles VIII.C and X.G) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.3 Diapering, Pages 28-29) Noncompliance Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

11. (11-03)

The diaper changing pad in the [Infant diaper changing] area had slits/tears/holes which prevented adequate cleaning and sanitizing. Comments: During the facility inspection, the diaper changing pad in the infant diaper changing area was observed to have slits in its surface, which compromises the integrity of the changing surface and prevents adequate cleaning and sanitizing between diaper changes. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding the importance of maintaining diaper changing equipment in good repair for proper sanitation protocols. The violation was corrected on-site when the damaged pad was replaced with a new one. The facility shall ensure that all diaper changing pads are maintained in good repair at all times to facilitate proper cleaning, sanitizing, and infection control procedures. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

11. (11-05)

Items, namely, [mobile tablets, marker set, attendance log, and baby pacifier], which were not required for diaper changing were observed on the diaper changing table. (Section 12.3, number 6) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, items not required for diaper changing were observed on the diaper changing table, including mobile tablets, marker set, attendance log, and baby pacifier. The presence of these unnecessary items on the changing surface creates potential contamination risks and interferes with proper diaper changing protocols and sanitization procedures. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding appropriate items permitted on diaper changing surfaces and the importance of maintaining clean, uncluttered changing areas. The violation was corrected on-site when all non-essential items were removed from the diaper changing table. The facility shall ensure that only items required for diaper changing are present on diaper changing tables to maintain proper sanitation standards and prevent cross-contamination during diaper changing procedures. Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

11. (11-08)

The container for soiled disposable diapers was not plastic-lined and securely covered. (Section 12.3, number 7) General Requirements [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, the container used to dispose of soiled diapers was not securely covered, creating potential odor issues and hygiene concerns in the diaper changing area. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper diaper disposal protocols and container maintenance requirements. The facility shall ensure that all containers used to dispose of soiled diapers are not only lined with plastic bags but are also securely covered at all times to maintain sanitary conditions, control odors, and prevent contamination in diaper changing areas. Not Applicable Comments At the time of inspection, facility does not offer nighttime care. 12. Night-time Care (Article XVI) (Article XVI) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Not Applicable Due: Completed at time of inspection Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

13. Appropriate Sanitizers (Articles XIV.D and XV.E) (Articles XIV.D and XV.E) (13-06)

The facility failed to have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) for the sanitizer used. Comments: During the facility inspection, the facility did not have Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS) available for the sanitizer being used, which is required for proper chemical safety management and emergency response protocols. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding MSDS requirements and the importance of maintaining comprehensive chemical safety documentation. The facility shall obtain and maintain MSDS documentation for all sanitizers used and shall ensure that the MSDS log is readily available and accessible to the inspecting authority and facility personnel for safety reference and regulatory compliance. 14. Access to Records (Article XV.A) (Article XV.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 20 Access and Section 21 Child Safety, Page 50) Compliance PHYSICAL FACILITY Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, floor, walls and ceiling in good repair. 15. Floor, Walls, and Ceiling Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Compliance 16. Storage (Article X.A and C) (Article X.A and C) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12.4 Bedding and Linens, Page 29) Compliance Compliance Comments At the time of inspection, observed 3 water dispensers. 17. Water Fountains Per Licensed Capacity (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 12 Health and Sanitation, Page 28) Compliance 18. Premises Clean/Sanitary/in Good Repair (Article X.A) (Article X.A) (Form OEL-SR-6202, Section 10 Physical Environment, Pages 22-23) Noncompliance Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

18. (18-05)

The following interior areas of the facility were observed to not be clean and sanitary: [the storage room attached to the 2yr old class room.]. (Section 10, number 1) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, a storage unit attached to the 2-year-old classroom was observed to be unclean and disorganized, with the door unlocked and directly accessible to children in the classroom. This creates safety hazards through potential exposure to inappropriate materials. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper storage area maintenance, organization protocols, and child safety measures for restricted areas. The facility shall ensure that all storage areas are maintained in a clean and organized condition at all times and shall secure access to storage units to prevent unsupervised child entry and maintain appropriate safety boundaries within classroom environments. Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)

18. (18-11)

A health deficiency having a low potential for harm to the children in care was observed. (Section 10, numbers 1-11) Physical Facility [SR] Comments: During the facility inspection, the air conditioning vent in the 2-year-old classroom was observed to have a significant buildup of dust, indicating inadequate maintenance of the ventilation system. This accumulation can affect air quality and potentially distribute contaminants throughout the classroom environment. Technical assistance was provided to facility staff regarding proper vent cleaning procedures and maintenance scheduling. The facility shall ensure that all air conditioning vents are cleaned more frequently than current practices and shall establish and maintain a cleaning log that documents the cleaning schedule and frequency (monthly, weekly, etc.) for all HVAC system components to ensure optimal air quality and system maintenance. 19. Water System DEP/DOH Standards (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) (Article X.A, 64E-8, 62-550 and 62-555, FAC) Compliance Due: 10/18/2025 Source: FL DCF CARES inspection 2025-09-18. View official inspection document (report 8b351e5a-9808-4f17-803a-3eb51d41438e)