Springfield KinderCare

The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.

“The center did not request a search of the criminal history search from one state for Staff #4, who has been employed for more than two years and was working with children at the time of the inspection.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place, using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“Cleaning supplies were found in an unlocked low cabinet, that the children had access to.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

Electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children.

“A power strip with three vacant outlets was observed in the toddler class, without outlet covers in them.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-290-3.

Disposable diapers shall be disposed in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member’s hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.

“The foot operated trash can, was placed on an elevated surface, where the foot pedal was not available to the staff member in the toddler room.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

The required ratio for children under the age of 16 months is 1:4 (staff:children).

“On 01/28/2026, the center was out of ratio in the infant classroom with as many as 8 children with 1 staff member for a period of 35 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-1. From a complaint.

The required ratio for children 16 months to 24 months is 1:5 (staff:children).

“On 01/28/2026, the center was out of ration in the toddler classroom, with as many as 7 children with 1 staff member, for a period of 19 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-2. From a complaint.

The required ratio for children that are 2 years old is 1:8 (staff:children).

“On 01/28/2026, the center was out of ratio in the two year old classroom, with as many as 19 children with 1 staff member, for a period of 27 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-3. From a complaint.

Areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean and safe condition.

“During the inspection, rodent droppings were observed in the kitchen area.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A. From a complaint.

The required ratio for children under the age of 16 months is one staff per four children.

“On multiple occasions between 12/1/2025 and 12/5/2025, the Toddler room had 10 children (the youngest child being 14 months) with two staff members.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-1. From a complaint.

The required ratio for children 16 months to 24 months is one staff per five children.

“On multiple occasions between 12/1/2025 and 12/5/2025, the two year old classroom had more than 10 children (the youngest child being 18 months) with two staff members.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-2. From a complaint.

The required ratio for children two years of age is one staff per eight children.

“On multiple occasions between 12/1/2025 and 12/5/2025, the preschool classroom had more than 8 children (the youngest child being 2 years old) with one staff member during the morning drop-off period.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-3. From a complaint.

When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure care, protection, and guidance.

“On Friday, October 17th, Staff #1 was unaware that Child #1 had left the classroom and entered the lobby without supervision for a period of 1-2 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

Children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff.

“On Friday, October 17th, Child #1 left the classroom and entered the lobby and was without supervision for 1-2 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-F.

The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee’s first day of employment.

“The sworn statement for Staff #4, who is currently working, was dated 20 days after their first day of employment, and the sworn statement for Staff #5, was dated 8 days after their first day of employment.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-1.

The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days prior to employment.

“Staff #4 had a TB screening that was dated over 90 days prior to their first date of employment. Staff #5 had a TB test dated over one week after their first date of employment.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“The changing tables in both the infants and toddler classrooms had locking mechanisms on their cabinet door to prevent access to cleaning materials, however the locking mechanisms were broken.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

Staff and children’s hands shall be washed with soap and running water after diapering.

“A teacher in the two year old classroom was observed changing a child’s diaper, and then allowing the child to go lay on their cot without washing their hands. The teacher was also observed tending to other duties without first washing their hands as well.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.

“Staff #4, employed for over 3 years, did not have documentation of requesting a sex offender check from a state in which they previously resided in the preceding 5 years.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“Cleaning materials were found in a low cabinet under the changing table that was not locked.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

Based on record review and staff interviews, the center did not inform the department’s representative within two business days, of an injury to a child that occurred while under the supervision of the center, that required outside medical attention.

“Evidence: Child #1 was injured while in the center’s care on 9/4/2024. The center was notified of the result of the injury on 9/5/2024, however the department was not notified until 9/9/2024.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-B-2.

Based on observation, areas and equipment were not maintained in a clean and safe method.

“Evidence: 1. Sofa and chair in preschool class room were ripped. 2. Green ride on plastic see saw was cracked at the base 3. Gate on playground was not latching during inspection.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place that prevents access by children.

“Evidence: There was a bottle of hand sanitizer on the counter in the 2’s classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

Based on observation, child record was not treated confidentially.

“Evidence: 1. There was an accident report in a black box sitting on the counter in the 2’s classroom with child information.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-50-A.

Based on record review, required information was not documented on written record for children’s injuries.

“Evidence: 1. 1 of 8 child accident reports did not contain Action to prevent reoccurrence.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-P.

Based on observation, areas and equipment were not maintained in clean and safe condition.

“Evidence: Infant classroom - There was peeling paint in window area by the kitchen area. Playground- There were square holes next to fence posts that had been replaced that were located in the path of the sidewalk that pose a tripping hazard. There were metal wires that are exposed on the utility box on the playground wall.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place to prevent access by children. Evidence: In classroom 3A cleaning products were observed in in unlocked cabinet above the sink.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place to prevent access by children. Evidence: In classroom 3A cleaning products were observed in in unlocked cabinet above the sink.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, child information was not kept confidential. Evidence: The allergy list with identifying student information and action plan was posted taped to a cabinet in the classroom without a cover sheet.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-50-A.

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, children’s hands were not washed after contact with urine. Evidence: A child in the preschool classroom had a potty accident on the playground while doing head counts. The child came into the classroom and waited while walking around the classroom for their turn to use the bathroom and change.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, children’s hands were not washed after contact with urine. Evidence: A child in the preschool classroom had a potty accident on the playground while doing head counts. The child came into the classroom and waited while walking around the classroom for their turn to use the bathroom and change.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based upon record review, required child information was incomplete. Evidence: Child A’s record is missing parent work contact information. Child B’s record is missing parent work contact information. Child c’s record is missing parent work contact information.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on interview, when supervising children, staff did not always ensure care, protection and guidance. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 confirmed that on 1/11/2023, Child #1 (age 2-years) was served 4 butter crackers at snack time, exposing the child to an allergen. Staff #1 did not verify Child #1?s allergens listed on the center allergy list before serving Child #1 crackers. 2. After being picked up from care, Child #1 suffered an allergic reaction and had to be administered Benadryl and then taken to the emergency room for an epinephrine injection.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

Based on interview and a review of the center’s policies and procedures, the licensee did not ensure that the center’s activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with these standards, the center’s own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms issued by the department.

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E.

Based on interview, a child diagnosed with a food allergy was served a food identified on their written allergy are plan.

“Evidence : Staff #1 stated that on 1/11/2023, Child #1 (age 2-years) was served approximately 4 butter crackers for snack. Child #1 has a diagnosed food allergy and the center was provided with an allergy action plan. Child #1 had a serve allergic reaction to the crackers that were served.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-P.

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on record review and interview with the director, the facility did not implement a monthly practice fire drill. Evidence: The log showed the last fire drill conducted was in February. The director said they forgot to do one in March.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.