KinderCare Learning Center #301094
A child day center in Fairfax, Virginia 22031
9749 Main Street, Fairfax, Virginia 22031. (703) 273-3155.
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The short answer
- 14 deficiencies in the last three years
- Sep 292026 the latest visit on record
- 127 children, its licensed capacity
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean4
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
25 inspections on record, the latest on Sep 29, 2026.
14 violations cited in the last three years.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly.
When those deficiencies happened
14 deficiencies in 5 months of the last 36. Last cited May 2026. The last 3 years, to Oct 30, 2026.
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Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each deficiency, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly.
May 27, 2026: subsidy health and safety inspection4 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-130-A
“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. The immunizations in the record for Child #1 were dated three days after the child’s first day.”
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8VAC20-780-420-E-3
“Up-to-date information is required to be requested from the parent for each child’s record at least annually. The last parent review of child’s information documented in the record for Child #5 was dated over 22 months ago. The last review documented in the record for Child #6 was dated over 2 years ago.”
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8VAC20-780-440-E
“There shall be at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots, beds, and rest mats. During naptime, occupied cots were observed touching side by side in three classrooms.”
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8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain all required information. The records for Child #2 and 3 did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”
Aug 19, 2025: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-550-P
“Centers are required to maintain a written record of children’s serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence and contain all required information. 6 of 10 injury reports reviewed did not contain documentation of the date and time when parents were notified. 1 injury report did not contain staff and parent signatures or two staff signatures- the report only contained one staff signature.”
Jun 12, 2025: subsidy health and safety inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-790-540-B-3
“Centers are required to document the name, address, and telephone number for each custodial parent’s place of employment or school attendance. The records for Child #2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7 did not contain documentation of the address of one parent’s place of employment.”
Apr 15, 2025: complaint inspection4 deficiencies
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When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care and protection.
The inspectors’ words, 152 words
“On 4/09/2025, Child #1(age 20 months old) was observed being ?lethargic, sleepy, and pale?, Staff #1 contacted the child’s parent at 8:10am to report the concerns. At 8:22am, Staff #2 brought Child #1 to the lobby after observing Child#1?s lips had turned ?blue?. Staff #2 spoke to Child #1?s parents on the phone multiple times to provide updates regarding Child #1?s condition while one parent was on their way to the center. At 8:39am, Child #1?s parent requested Staff #2 to call 911 so that Child #1 could receive emergency care. Staff #2 informed the child’s parent that 911 would not be called. Upon the center’s refusal, the parent called 911. At 8:48am, Staff #2 observed Child #1 ?take a gasp of breath and then the child’s chest caved in?. Staff #2 then called 911 who reported an ambulance had already been dispatched to the location at the request of the parent.”
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8VAC20-780-40-E
The inspectors’ words, 96 words
“The center’s operational responsibilities include ensuring the center’s activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with the standards, and the center’s own policies and procedures required by these standards. The center’s procedures for action in case of ill or injured children and medical emergencies states: ?In the event of a serious accident or illness, an ambulance will be called?. On 4/9/2025, Child #1 was observed to be ?pale, lethargic?, with ?blue lips?. Child #1?s parents requested the center call 911 after learning of Child #1?s symptoms. The center denied the parent’s request to call 911.”
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8VAC20-780-510-P
“When an authorization for medication expires, the facility shall notify parents that the medication must be picked up within 14 days of the authorization expiring or that the parent must renew the authorization. Medication for Child #1 was not picked up by the parent, the authorization and the medication was not disposed of by the center. The medication was onsite for 5 months after the authorization expired.”
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8VAC20-780-80-B-2
“The center is required to inform the department’s representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurs while the child is under the supervision of the center and requires outside medical attention. On 4/9/2025, Child #1 was transported to the hospital by ambulance after experiencing blue lips, a gasp for breath, and concaved chest. The center did not notify the department of the incident.”
Jan 8, 2024: inspection4 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-270-A
The inspectors’ words, 94 words
“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler’s classroom, the mat placed under the indoor slide was buckling and raised on the right corner of the mat. The buckling is a tripping hazard. There was peeling paint and sharp protruding edges where screws were removed on the wall. near the wooden wardrobe . The sharp protruding edges could entangle clothing or snag skin. There was also peeling paint on the wall near the carpet area.”
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8VAC20-780-280-D
“Based on observation and interview, cleaning and sanitizing materials were located above food and not stored in areas physically separate from food. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler’s classroom, a pack of crackers was located in a cabinet with two bottles of disinfectant and dish soap. 2. Staff #6 stated that the food belonged to staff and not the children.”
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8VAC20-780-520-C
“Based on documentation review, written parent authorization for diaper cream was not obtained. Evidence: 1. In the two’s classroom, Child #3’s and Child #6’s diaper creams did not have written parent authorization. 2. In the Toddler’s classroom, Child #7’s, Child #8’s and Child #9’s diaper creams did not have written parent authorization.”
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8VAC20-780-80-B-2
The inspectors’ words, 113 words
“Based on documentation review and interview, the center did not inform the department’s representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of an injury to a child that occurred while in the child was under supervision of the center and required medical attention. Evidence: 1.According to an Incident/Accident Report dated 11/20/2023, Child #11 was hit on the back and middle of their head with a toy by another student causing it to bleed. Child #11 was taken to the doctor’s by the parent as a precaution and returned to the center in an hour. 2. Staff #6 confirmed that they did not contact the department’s representative regarding the incident.”
Aug 9, 2023: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-500-A
“Based on observation, children’s hands were not washed with soap and running water after toileting. Evidence: 1. In the preschool classroom (3 year old classroom), one child was observed not washing their hands with soap and running water after toileting.”
Dec 14, 2022: inspection5 deficiencies
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22.1-289-036-B-4
The inspectors’ words, 98 words
“Based on record review, the child day center did not obtain a copy of the results of an out of state child abuse and neglect registry for an agent that has lived outside the state in the preceding years. Evidence: 1. Agent #1 has lived in the state of Maryland in the preceding five years. A copy of the results an out of state Child Abuse and Neglect search was not available at the time of the inspection. 2. An out of state Child Abuse and Neglect search was sent out for Agent #1 on December 6, 2022.”
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8VAC20-780-240-I
“Based on record review, documentation of orientation training did not include the required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #5’s orientation (Date of hire-08/18/2022) did not include the training delivery method.”
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8VAC20-780-270-A
The inspectors’ words, 108 words
“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool Classroom, the couch located in the library area had two four inch rips in the cushion. 2. In the Discovery Preschool Classroom, the single chair located in the library area had a quarter size tear on the left and right arm of the chair. 3. In the Discovery Preschool Classroom, there was a dime sized hole in the wall containing a stud where a bookcase used to be located. The hole had sharp edges that could snag skin and entangle clothing.”
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8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the diapering area did not have an appropriate disposal container. Evidence: 1. In the Discovery Preschool classroom bathroom, a foot operated trashcan did not have a plastic liner located inside. A pull up was observed in the trashcan.”
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8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation, first aid kits did not contain required items. Evidence: 1. The first aid kit did not two triangular bandages.”
Dec 8, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-400-B
The inspectors’ words, 142 words
“Behavioral guidance was not constructive in nature, age, and stage appropriate, and was not intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts. Evidence: 1. At approximately 11:30am in the Toddler classroom, a group of ten toddlers were sitting at the table waiting for lunch to be served. Child #1 (18 months old) was observed repeatedly taking their bib off. Staff #1 was observed by Staff #2 and Staff #3 placing their hand on Child #1’s right cheek and moving their face to the front position to face forward. 2. Staff #1 stated “ I was trying to move [them] around. I moved [their] head with my hand, but not in a harsh way.” 3. Staff #2 and Staff #3 stated that Child #1 did not cry after Staff #1 moved Child #1’s face to the front position to face forward.”
Jul 27, 2022: inspection10 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-130-E
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: 1. Child #5’s record (Start date-1-20-22) did not contain additional immunizations once every six months. The last immunization record was dated 12/16/21.”
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8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the three’s classroom, five bottles of cleaner and sanitizer was located in a closet that was not locked.”
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8VAC20-780-280-D
“Based on observation, cleaning and sanitizing materials were stored in areas with food. Evidence: 1. In the Infant B classroom, cereal and snacks were stored on a bottom shelf with four bottles of cleaner and sanitizer.”
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8VAC20-780-280-E
“Based on observation, cleaning materials (e.g., detergents, sanitizers and polishes) and insecticides/pesticides were not stored in areas physically separate from each other. Evidence: 1. In the laundry room, a bottle of bleach, powdered laundry detergent, cleaning materials, and paint were stored together.”
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8VAC20-780-320-B
“Based on observation, the center did not have toilets that are flushable. Evidence: 1. One of the three toilets located between the 2’s classroom and the Toddler classroom did not flush.”
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8VAC20-780-420-E-3
“Based on record review, staff did not request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child’s record is up to date. Evidence: 1. Child #2’s record (Start date-1/4/21) did not contain documentation of an annual update,”
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8VAC20-780-500-A
“Based on observation, children’s hands were not washed with soap and running water after diapering. Evidence: 1. In the toddler room, a child’s hands were not washed after diapering. 2. Staff #3 did not wash their hands with soap and water after diapering.”
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8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the diapering surface was not cleaned with soap and water and sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler room, the diapering table was not cleaned and sanitized after each use.”
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8VAC20-780-520-C
“Based on review of documentation and observation, diaper ointment or creams used were not labeled with the child’s name and did not have written parent authorization. Evidence: 1. In the Infant B classroom, 1 of 5 diaper creams were not labeled and did not have parent authorization. 2. In the two’s classroom, 8 diaper creams did not have parent authorization and 5 diaper creams were not labeled with the child’s name. 3. In the Toddler classroom, 1 of 8 diaper creams were not labeled.”
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8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on review of documentation, the center did not maintain a written record of children’s serious and minor injuries with required information. Evidence: 1. In the Infant B classroom, 6 of 6 accident reports were missing the actual time that parents were notified of the accident.”
Mar 24, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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22.1-289.035-B-4
The inspectors’ words, 108 words
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not conduct an out of state criminal history name check prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire-01/19/2022) lived in the state of Illinois in the past five years according to a signed Sworn Statement Disclosure dated 01/19/2022. Staff #2’s record did not have documentation of an out of state criminal history name check for the state of Illinois. 2. Staff #3 confirmed that an out of state child abuse and neglect search request and sex offender registry name check was conducted, but no criminal background name check for the state of Illinois.”
Jan 19, 2022: inspection2 deficiencies
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22.1-289-036-B-4
The inspectors’ words, 188 words
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (Date of hire-12/27/2021) lived in the state of North Carolina in the past 5 years according to a Sworn Disclosure Statement dated 12/27/2021. Staff #4’s record did not contain documentation of a sex offender registry search for the state of North Carolina prior to the first day of employment. 2. Staff #5 (Date of hire-10/01/2021) lived in the state of Maryland in the past 5 years according to a Sworn Disclosure Statement dated 10/01/2021. Staff #5’s record did not contain documentation of a sex offender registry search for the state of Maryland prior to the first day of employment. 3. Staff #6 confirmed that Staff #4 and Staff #5 did not have documentation of a sex offender registry search in the records.”
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8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler’s classroom, a vinyl couch in the home living area had a dime sized hole at the top of the back cushion, six tears in the seat. and a tear in the right arm of the couch. 2. In the Pre-K classroom, there were three 2-3 inches of peeling paint on the wall in the home living area.”
All 25 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
|---|---|---|
| Sep 29, 2026 | Complaint inspection | No violations cited |
| May 27, 2026 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 4 violations cited |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Complaint inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 9, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 9, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 21, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Aug 19, 2025 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Jun 12, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Jun 12, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Apr 15, 2025 | Complaint inspection | 4 violations cited |
| Dec 3, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 3, 2024 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Jan 8, 2024 | Inspection | 4 violations cited |
| Jan 8, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Aug 9, 2023 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Aug 9, 2023 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 14, 2022 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Dec 14, 2022 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 8, 2022 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Jul 27, 2022 | Inspection | 10 violations cited |
| Jul 27, 2022 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Jun 8, 2022 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Mar 24, 2022 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Jan 19, 2022 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Jan 19, 2022 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Day Center: Two Year license, expires Jan 18, 2027.
- A current subsidy provider.
- Ages: 1 month - 12 years 11 months.
- Capacity: 127 children.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page. Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly.
Has Virginia acted against it?
- 3 complaint inspections on record.
- 1 complaint allegation published with Virginia’s findings, 1 of them found valid.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations and Search for Child Day Care: each complaint’s page, with its allegations and findings. Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly.
| Date | What | Detail |
|---|---|---|
| Apr 29, 2025 | Complaint | Allegation: Emergency Procedures/Supplies. Virginia’s finding: Reported/Valid. |
Who does the caring?
- Virginia doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers. State rules set staff-to-child ratios by age.
Who owns it?
- Virginia’s search doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Virginia’s search doesn’t show a quality rating.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 6 child care providers in the City of Fairfax, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 12; this one had 14.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| KinderCare Learning Center #301094 This child care provider | 14 |
| Congregation Olam Tikvah | 0 |
| Montessori School of Oakton | 23 |
| St. Mark Coptic Orthodox Church | 3 |
| Anju Thapa | 38 |
| Nuria Ibrahim | 10 |
What the record doesn’t say
- Virginia doesn’t grade how serious a violation is, so no severity is shown.
- Virginia publishes a complaint’s allegations and findings only when its inspection found a violation and the records are linked.
- Virginia doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.
- A plan of correction sent late, or not at all, isn’t online: Virginia says to ask the inspector.
- Virginia’s pages show about the last five years of inspections; for older ones, Virginia says to contact the licensing inspector.
- Virginia says this information may not be accurate, up to date or complete, and shouldn’t be the only source in choosing care.
Sources
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page.
Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations.
Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each complaint’s page, with its allegations and findings.
Checked Oct 30, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: Virginia Department of Education. Virginia’s own record is on legacy.dss.virginia.gov. If Hearth Record copied something wrongly, it will fix it and log the correction publicly, with its date: how corrections work.
This copy of the record was made on Oct 30, 2026.
From the provider
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Replies
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Paid listing
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