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Department of
SOCIAL SERVICES

Community Care Licensing


FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT

Facility Number: 574501004
Report Date: 06/25/2025
Date Signed: 06/25/2025 01:42:36 PM

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA - HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT		CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES
COMMUNITY CARE LICENSING DIVISION
SACRAMENTO SOUTH, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME:KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT WATERFRONT PLACEFACILITY NUMBER:
574501004
ADMINISTRATOR/
DIRECTOR:		LAL, JANICEFACILITY TYPE:
860
ADDRESS:200 WATERFRONT PLACETELEPHONE:
(916) 281-5334
CITY:WEST SACRAMENTOSTATE: CAZIP CODE:
95605
CAPACITY: 108TOTAL ENROLLED CHILDREN: 108CENSUS: 39DATE:
06/25/2025
TYPE OF VISIT:Annual/RandomUNANNOUNCEDTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION BEGAN:
09:00 AM
MET WITH:Heidi NoaTIME VISIT/
INSPECTION COMPLETED:
02:15 PM
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On Wednesday, June 25th, 2025, Licensing Program Analyst (LPA) Lauren Scott and Licensing Program Manager (LPM) Chayntel Hunter with Assistant Director, Heidi Noa for the purpose of an unannounced Annual inspection, as well as a Case Management Inspection for a Change of Components. Facility requested to remove toddler component and will now serve 36 infants and 72 preschoolers. Facility capacity will remain at 108. Fire clearance was granted on 6/25/25. Facility days and hours of operation are Monday through Friday from 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. The facility was reminded never to exceed the conditions, limitations and capacity specified on the license.

All staff present during today's inspection have a fingerprint clearance. Facility Representative was reminded that all adults 18 and over, including employees and volunteers, 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 up to $500.00 maximum per day/per person will be assessed if this regulation is violated.

LPA toured the facility, including all activity and classroom spaces, restrooms, food service and outdoor play areas. LPA reviewed care and supervision of children, staffing ratios, medications and first aid supplies, furniture, equipment, fire drills, menus and drinking water. LPA observed all required forms to be posted. Director stated that there are no firearms or bodies of water on the premises. The facility has at least one functioning smoke and carbon monoxide detector. The facility provides breakfast, lunch and snack to children in care. All food is brought into the facility.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chayntel Hunter
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Lauren Scott
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/25/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE: DATE: 06/25/2025
This report must be available at Child Care and Group Home facilities for public review for 3 years.

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California Health & Human Services Agency
California Department of Social Services

FACILITY EVALUATION REPORT California law requires a public report of each licensing visit/inspection. This report is a record for the facility and the licensing agency. This report is available for public review; therefore, care is taken not to disclose personal or confidential information. Inquiries concerning the location, maintenance, and contents of these reports may be directed to the Licensing Program Analyst or Regional Office whose address and telephone number are listed on the front of this form.

DEFICIENCIES A deficiency is an instance of noncompliance with licensing requirements, including applicable statutes, regulations, interim licensing standards, operating standards, and written directives. Applicants/ licensees must be notified in writing of all licensing deficiencies. Deficiencies are listed on the left side of this form, and the applicable licensing requirement upon which the deficiency is identified. There are two types of deficiencies:
  • Type A deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, if not corrected, have a direct and immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care.
  • Type B deficiencies are violations of licensing requirements that, without correction, could become a risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of persons in care, a recordkeeping violation that could impact the care of said persons and/or protection of their resources, or a violation that could impact those services required to meet the needs of persons in care.

PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs) The licensing agency is required to establish a reasonable length of time to correct a deficiency. In order to set the time, the licensing agency must take into consideration the seriousness of the violation, the number of persons in care involved, and the availability of equipment and personnel necessary to correct the violation. Applicants/licensees are requested to provide a specific plan for each violation on the right side of the form across from each deficiency. The more specific the plan, the less chance exists for any misunderstanding in setting time limits and reviewing corrections. The applicant/licensee who encounters problems beyond their control in completing the corrections within the specified time frame may request and may be granted an extension of the correction due date by the licensing agency.

CORRECTION NOTIFICATION The applicant/licensee is responsible for completing all corrections and promptly notifying the licensing agency of corrections. Applicants/licensees are advised to keep a dated copy of any correspondence sent to the licensing agency concerning corrections, or if corrections are telephoned to the licensing agency, the date, person contacted, and information given.

CIVIL PENALTIES The licensing agency is required by law to issue a Penalty Notice, when applicable, to all facilities holding a license issued by the licensing agency, or subject to licensure, except Certified Family Homes, Resource Families, and Foster Family Homes, or any governmental entity.

PENALTY NOTICE GIVEN The statement concerning civil penalties serves as a penalty notice on this Licensing Report and failure to correct cited licensing deficiencies will result in civil penalties. Applicants/ licensees are required to pay civil penalties when administrative appeals have been exhausted and in accordance with any payment arrangements made with the licensing agency.

APPEAL RIGHTS The applicant/licensee has a right without prejudice to discuss any disagreement in this report with the licensing agency concerning the proper application of licensing requirements. The applicant/ licensee may request a formal review by the licensing agency to amend or dismiss the notice of deficiency and/ or civil penalty. Requests for review shall be made in writing within 15 business days of receipt of a deficiency notification or civil penalty assessment. Licensing deficiencies may be appealed pursuant to the procedures in the LIC 9058 Applicant/Licensee Rights.

AGENCY REVIEW The licensing agency review of an appeal may be conducted based upon information provided in writing by the applicant/licensee. The applicant/licensee may request an office meeting to provide additional information. The applicant/licensee will be notified in writing of the results of the agency review within 60 business days of the date when all necessary information has been provided to the licensing agency.

EMAIL REQUIREMENT Adult Community Care Facilities, Residential Care Facilities for the Chronically Ill, and Residential Care Facilities for the Elderly are required to provide and maintain an active email address of record with the licensing agency.

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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
SACRAMENTO SOUTH, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT WATERFRONT PLACE
FACILITY NUMBER: 574501004
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2025
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Infant Activity Space:

LPA observed 16 infant children in care. There were cribs available for each infant under 12 months old and cots available for infants over 12 months old. There are needs and services plans for each infant and toddler enrolled. LPA observed proper storage of refrigerated bottles which were dated and labeled with children's names.

LPA observed that hazardous items (disinfectants, cleaning solutions etc.) were inaccessible to children in care. LPA observed cleaning solutions were kept separate from the stored food items in the kitchen. All furnishings were in good condition. Infant diaper changing area is clean and within arm's reach of a sink. There is a one inch thick mat for the changing table with a vinyl surface. Bathrooms were clean and all sinks and toilets were in operating condition. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material to absorb a fall. Shade was available.

LPA observed 15min infant napping logs for infants 24 months and under. LPA observed a copy of LIC 9227 Individual Sleeping Plan for infants under 12 months during today's inspection. LPA discussed the safe sleep regulations with Facility Representative and discussed the Child Care Licensing Safe Sleep webpage at https://www.cdss.ca.gov/inforesources/child-care-licensing/public-information-and-resources/safe-sleep as an additional resource. LPA also informed Facility Representative 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.

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LPA observed 23 children in care. There are adequate toys and equipment available for children. Outdoor play area was toured. Playground equipment and surfaces were inspected and are in good condition with enough resilient material to absorb a fall. Shade was available.

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NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chayntel Hunter
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Lauren Scott
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2025
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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
SACRAMENTO SOUTH, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827
FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT WATERFRONT PLACE
FACILITY NUMBER: 574501004
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2025
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The last fire drills are being conducted and logged at least once every six months. LPA reviewed the sign in/out book and observed that the children are properly signed in/out. Children and staff files were reviewed. Each child's file contained an emergency card. LPA observed staff files and health screening reports with TB test and required vaccines. At least one staff member present today has current Pediatric CPR and First Aid. LPA observed AB1207 Mandated Reporter training certificates for all staff. The Facility Representative was reminded to renew the course every 2 years through www.mandatedreporterca.com website.

This facility provides Incidental Medical Services (IMS). LPA reviewed storage of medications and equipment/supplies, and reviewed children’s personnel, and administrative records. For IMS information see Evaluator Manual - Regulation Interpretations and Procedures for Child Care Centers Sections 101173 and 101226. 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)/(800) 514-0383 (TTY) and link to publication: Commonly Asked Questions about Child Care Centers and the ADA, available at:www.ada.gov/childqanda.htm

To improve the quality and value of the new inspection process, a survey will 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 tools, please send them by email 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/process.

Exit interview conducted and report was reviewed with the Facility Representative. A notice of site visit was provided and must remain posted for 30 days. Failure to comply with posting requirements shall result in an immediate civil penalty of $100.

LPA Scott informed facility representative, Heidi Noa, that this report dated 6/25/25 documents one Type A citations which shall be posted for 30 consecutive days as there is an immediate risk to the health, safety, or personal rights of children in care. Also, LPA Scott informed the facility representative to provide a copy of this licensing report dated 6/20/25 that documents any Type A citations to parents/guardians of all children currently enrolled by the next business day or the next day the children are in care, and to any newly enrolled parents/guardians for 12 months from the date of this report. A signed Acknowledgement of Receipt of Licensing Report (LIC 9224), or other written statement, must be placed in the child's file for verification.

NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER: Chayntel Hunter
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST: Lauren Scott
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my licensing appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:

DATE: 06/25/2025
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Created By: Lauren Scott On 06/25/2025 at 01:17 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
, 9835 GOETHE ROAD, SUITE 100
SACRAMENTO, CA 95827

FACILITY NAME: KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER AT WATERFRONT PLACE
FACILITY NUMBER: 574501004

DEFICIENCY INFORMATION FOR THIS PAGE:
VISIT DATE: 06/25/2025

DEFICIENCIES & PLANS OF CORRECTION (POCs)
Type A
Section Cited
CCR
101217(a)(14)
Personnel Records
(a) The licensee shall ensure that personnel records are maintained on the licensee, administrator and each employee. Each personnel record shall contain the following information: (14) Documentation of either a criminal record clearance or a criminal record exemption as required by Section 101170(e).

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 where 5 out of 15 staff present today did not have a valida background clearance, which poses an immediate health, safety or personal rights risk to persons in care.
POC Due Date: 06/26/2025
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facility will have staff obtain a current background clearance, no staff will return until clear
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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.
Chayntel Hunter
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM MANAGER:
Lauren Scott
NAME OF LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST:
LICENSING PROGRAM ANALYST SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/25/2025
I acknowledge receipt of this form and understand my appeal rights as explained and received.
FACILITY REPRESENTATIVE SIGNATURE:
DATE: 06/25/2025


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