KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER/WASHINGTON

2025

1. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   Training regarding plan/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.27(c)/3270.192(2)(iii))

   The file for staff #1, employed for over 90 days, lacked documentation of receiving emergency plan training. Requirement: The operator shall assure that each facility person receives training regarding the emergency plan at the time of initial employment, on an annual basis and at the time of each plan update. The operator shall document the date of each training and the names of all facility persons who received the training and kept on file at the facility. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Employee was retrained and sign off on the emergency plan training Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 1/29/2026
2. Medium-High risk11/3/2025

   Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

   The file for staff #1 did not include a completed state police clearance and did not include proof of applying for the clearance. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Staff #1 may not work in a child care position at the facility. Correction: Employee provided missing state police clearance documentation and it is now on file Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 1/29/2026
3. Medium-Low risk11/3/2025

   Two written references (3270.192(5))

   The file for staff #1 lacked 1 of the 2 required written references. Requirement: A facility person's record shall include two written, nonfamily references from individuals attesting to the person's suitability to serve as a facility person. Correction: Employees provided missing reference letters and are placed in their files Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 1/2/2026
4. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

   Pertinent Laws & Regulations/General Health and Safety (3270.14/3270.21)

   The most recent version of the emergency plan which was presented for review did not include details regarding continuity of operation as required by Announcement C-22-04. Requirement: A facility shall be operated in conformity with applicable Federal and State laws and regulations.State agencies whose regulations may relate to the operation of a facility include the Department of Environmental Resources, the Department of Labor and Industry, the Department of Health, the Department of Education and the Department of Transportation. Conditions at the facility may not pose a threat to the health or safety of the children. Correction: A post-emergency continuity of care plan has been added to the emergency plan Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/15/2025
5. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

   Communication with Parents/Parent Access & Participation (3270.22/3270.23)

   Statements made by staff indicated communication with parents would be conducted via the KinderCare App, however, this information was not included in the emergency plan presented for review. Requirement: The operator shall establish oral or written communication in the language or mode of communication which is understandable to the parent. A parent of a child in care shall be permitted free access, without prior notice, throughout the center whenever children are in care, unless a court of competent jurisdiction has limited the parental right of access to the child and a copy of the order is on file at the facility. Opportunity shall be provided for parents to participate in the facility's program. The operator shall maintain a yearly file which documents general announcements to promote parent participation. The file shall be updated annually. Correction: In the evacuation procedure section, "Before and After the emergency, families will be notified in the APP" has been added to our emergency plan. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/14/2025
6. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

   Fire safety - 1 yr./Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(e)(4)(ii)/3270.192(2)(iii))

   The file for staff #4 contained documentation of completing fire safety training more than 12 months apart; 2/12/24 and 4/22/25. Requirement: Staff persons shall participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Staff persons and volunteers shall receive training in maintenance of smoke detectors, the duties of facility persons during a fire drill and during a fire and the use of the facility's fire extinguishers, not including discharge of the fire suppressant agent. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Documentation is on file. All staff will participate, at least annually, in fire safety training conducted by a fire protection professional. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/14/2025
7. Medium risk10/8/2025

   Health and Safety Training/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.31(f)/3270.192(2)(iii))

   Staff #5 did not complete the following required pre-service training within 90 days of their date of hire (see LIS code sheet): Health and Safety Part 1 and 2. Part 1 was dated 9/24/25 (106 days after hire) and Part 2 was dated 9/25/25 (107 days after hire) Requirement: Staff persons shall complete professional development within 90 days of hire as listed in subsections (f)1-10. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Training documentation was on file. All staff will receive pre service training as part of their new hire training which occurs during the first week of employment. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/14/2025
8. Medium risk10/8/2025

   Comply with CPSL/Exp, educ., training at facility (3270.32(a)/3270.192(2)(iii))

   Staff #11did not update mandated reporter training within 60 months. This is evidenced by the previously documented mandated reporter training on file being dated 9/11/20 and the most recent training being dated 9/17/25. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training following the outset of service at the facility. Correction: Training documentation was on file. All staff will receive their updated trainings within 60 months and the certificates will be placed in their file. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/14/2025
9. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

   Comply with CPSL/CPSL information (3270.32(a)/3270.192(4))

   The files for staff #1, #4, and #9 contained clearances which were not updated within 60 months. The clearances were dated as follows: for staff #1 state police = 8/03/20 and 9/16/25, child abuse = 8/10/20 and 9/23/25. For staff #4 state police =7/28/20 and 9/17/25, child abuse = 8/03/20 and 9/24/25, FBI = 8/20/20 and 9/17/25. For staff #9 NSOR= 7/09/20 and 8/06/25. Current clearances are now on file for staff #1, #4, and #9. The files for the following staff hired after 2/01/25 contained an invalid version of the disclosure statement form; staff #2, #5, #8, #12 and #13. Requirement: The operator shall comply with the CPSL and with Chapter 3490 (relating to protective services). A facility person's record shall include a copy of requests for the criminal history record and child abuse registry clearance information, a copy of the disclosure statement and a copy of the completed clearance information required under the CPSL. Correction: All clearances are now current. Disclosure statements were updated. All staff will update their state police, child abuse, FBI, and NSOR prior to their 60 month expiration. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

   Corrected 10/14/2025
10. Medium risk10/8/2025

    Each staff person meets quals/Exp, educ., training prior to facility (3270.33(a)/3270.192(2)(ii))

    The file for staff #7 did not include acceptable documentation of the qualifications required for the position. The foreign degree on file was not evaluated. Requirement: A staff person or a substitute staff person shall meet one of the applicable staff qualifications for the position in which the person is performing. A facility person's record shall include verification of child care experience, education and training prior to service at the facility. Correction: Staff #7's foreign degree was sent on 10/10/25 for evaluation from an ELRC approved site. The evaluation takes 8-10 days. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/31/2025
11. Medium-Low risk10/8/2025

    Staff evaluations (3270.34(a)(6))

    The file for staff #3 contained written evaluations dated more than 12 months apart; 4/24/24 and 9/17/25. Requirement: A director is responsible for written evaluation of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum of one evaluation every 12 months. Correction: Documentation is now on file. The director will write evaluations of staff persons on a regular basis, a minimum if one evaluation every 12 months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/17/2025
12. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

    Arts and crafts non-toxic (3270.66(e))

    Gillette shave foam, labeled keep out of reach of children, was observed in the supply closet in Room 1 (preschool). Based on statements made by staff, the foam is used for art projects. Requirement: Arts and crafts materials shall be nontoxic. Correction: The Gillette shave foam was thrown away the day of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
13. Medium risk10/8/2025

    Good repair (3270.72(c))

    Two screens in windows in Room 3 (Pre-K) were not in good repair. Two holes were observed in one screen. The other damaged screen was separating from the frame creating a large gap. Requirement: Screens shall be in good repair. Correction: The screens were repaired the day of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
14. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

    Building Surfaces (3270.76)

    A stained ceiling tile was observed in Room 1 (Preschool). Requirement: Floors, walls, ceilings and other surfaces, including the facility's outdoor play space surfaces shall be kept clean, in good repair and free from visible hazards. Correction: The ceiling tile was replaced the day of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
15. Medium risk10/8/2025

    Clean and good repair (3270.102(a))

    A wall mounted balance bar in the toddler room was loose creating a pinch point. A soft sorting cube in Room 1 (Preschool) was fraying and torn, exposing the inner foam filling. A broken plastic orange ball was observed in the sensory table in the toddler's outdoor play space. Requirement: Toys, play equipment and other indoor and outdoor equipment used by the children shall be clean, in good repair and free from rough edges, sharp corners, pinch and crush points, splinters and exposed bolts. Correction: The balance bar was repaired the day of the inspection. The soft sorting cube in Room 1 (Preschool) was thrown away and the broken plastic ball in the sensory table in the toddler's outdoor play space was also thrown away the day of the inspection. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
16. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

    Refrigerator (3270.107)

    A refrigerator in Room 2 (Discovery PS) lacked a thermometer. Requirement: A facility shall have an operable, clean refrigerator used to store potentially hazardous foods. The refrigerator shall be capable of maintaining food at 45° F or below. An operating thermometer shall be placed in the refrigerator. Correction: A thermometer was placed in the refrigerator on 10/08/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2025
17. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

    Services proceeded (3270.123(a)(3))

    Child service reports for children #3 and #4 were shared with parents at intervals greater than 6 months. Current documentation is now on file for both children. Requirement: The services to be provided to the family and the child, including the Department's approved form to provide information to the family about the child's growth and development in the context of the services being provided. The operator shall complete and update the form and provide a copy to the family in accordance with the updates regarding emergency contact information in § 3270.124(f) (relating to emergency contact information). Correction: Documentation is now on file. Child service reports will be shared and signed by parents at no greater than 6 mos time. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
18. High risk10/8/2025

    Written consent/Consent for emergency medical care required prior to admission (3270.124(b)(4)/3270.182(3))

    The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. Requirement: Emergency contact information must include the written consent signed by a parent for emergency medical care. A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for emergency medical care for the child. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: The parent of child #1 signed the consent for emergency medical care on 10/08/25 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
19. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

    Updated every 6 months/Emergency info/agreement updated 6 mos (3270.124(f)/3270.181(c))

    The emergency contact information and financial agreements for children #2, #3, and #4 were reviewed and signed by parents at intervals greater than 6 months. Current signed and dated reviews are now on file. Requirement: The parent shall update in writing emergency contact information once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. A parent is required to review and update the emergency contact information and the financial agreement at least once in a 6-month period or as soon as there is a change in the information. Correction: Current documentation is now on file. Child files will be updated and reviewed every six months. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2025
20. Medium risk10/8/2025

    Toddler/preschool: updated health report every 12 months/Initial and subsequent health reports (3270.131(b)(2)/3270.182(1))

    The files for children #5 and #3 contained consecutive health reports dated more than 12 months apart. The most recent health reports on file for both children are now current. Requirement: The operator shall require the parent to provide an updated health report at least every 12 months for an older toddler or preschool child. A child's record shall contain initial and subsequent health reports. Correction: Documentation is now on file. Going forward the parents are required to turn in consecutive health assessments as required by the state, Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2025
21. Medium-High riskStandard 1210/8/2025

    12 months prior to service and every 24 months thereafter/Health assessment, TB test (3270.151(a)/3270.192(3))

    The files for staff #6 and #10 contained consecutive health assessments dated more than 24 months apart. The most recent health assessments on file for both staff are now current. Requirement: A facility person providing direct care who comes into contact with the children or who works with food preparation shall have a health assessment conducted within 12 months prior to providing initial service in a child care setting and every 24 months thereafter. A health assessment is valid for 24 months following the date of signature, if the person does not contract a communicable disease or develop a medical problem. A facility person's record shall include a written report of initial and subsequent health assessments, including the results of initial and subsequent tuberculin skin tests, x-rays or other medical documentation necessary to confirm freedom from communicable tuberculosis. Correction: Documentation is on file. Going forward, all staff will provide health assessments no more than 24 months apart. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/8/2025
22. Medium-High risk10/8/2025

    Consent for administration of minor first-aid required prior to admission (3270.182(5))

    The emergency contact information for child #1 did not include signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Requirement: A child's record shall contain signed parental consent for administration of minor first-aid procedures by facility staff. Written consent is required prior to admission. Correction: The signature for parental consent for te administration of minor first aid procedures by facility staff was obtained on 10/08/25 Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
23. Medium-Low risk10/8/2025

    Pick-up and drop-off points (3270.171(a))

    The facility lacked an annual letter notifying local traffic authorities of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility Requirement: An operator shall notify local traffic safety authorities annually in writing of the location of the facility and the program's use of pedestrian and vehicular routes around the child care facility. Correction: The annual letter notifying local traffic authorities of the location of the facility and the programs use of pedestrian and vehicular routes was emailed to both the City of Washington Police Department and the City of Washington Fire Dept on 10/08/25. Inspection: Renewal. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 10/14/2025
24. Medium risk9/12/2025

    Availability of certificate of compliance and applicable regulations (3270.25(a))

    The facility's current certificate was not posted. The posted certificate expired 6/01/25. Requirement: The facility's current certificate of compliance shall be posted in a conspicuous location used by parents. The operator shall provide the parent of each child enrolled with information on how to access the regulations in this chapter electronically and with instructions for contacting the appropriate regional child care office. Correction: The current certificate was printed and posted immediately. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 9/12/2025
25. Medium-High risk8/22/2025

    Devices must be compliant (3270.95(a))

    The facility's fire detection logs documented dates 4/4/25-6/24/25, more than 30 days apart. The facility's most recent documented fire alarm test is dated 6/24/25, more than 30 days prior. Requirement: Fire detection devices or systems must be in compliance with standards established under section 1016(c) of the act (62 P.S. § 1016(c)). Correction: Our last pull test was on 8/22/25. Inspection: Unannounced Monitoring. Source: PA DHS COMPASS provider search (compass.dhs.pa.gov).

    Corrected 8/22/2025