Skip to main content
ReadyRule homepageReadyRule

Inspection visit

complaint

KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTERLicense 0734013082 citations on this visit
2 citations recorded

Inspector’s narrative

What the inspector wrote

Page 2 The following allegation were reported to The State of California Department of Social Services (CDSS), Community Care Licensing (CCL), Oakland Child Care Regional Office: “Staff do not properly sanitize facility” LPA investigated the above allegation. During the investigation LPA completed a physical plant inspection, conducted interviews with staff and parents. LPA made observations and requested copies of relevant documents. It was reported Kindercare Learning Center had 2 or more confirmed cases Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease (HFMD). Cases occurred on April,, June, July, October. Facility did not seek guidance from local public health department, therefore did not sanitize properly and did only general cleaning. Deficiency cited (see LIC 9099-D page) from the California Code of Regulations, Title 22, Division 12, Chapter 1. Failure to correct the deficiencies and/or repeat deficiencies within a 12 - month period may result in civil penalties. Appeal Rights Provided. Exit interview conducted with Director Shawn Powers whose signature confirms receipt. A notice of site visit was given and must remain posted for 30 consecutive days.

Citations

2 citations recorded*CCLD

What does Type A vs Type B mean?

Type A. Serious citation. Imminent or substantial risk to children. The regulator requires corrective action immediately and may impose a civil penalty.

Type B. Lower-severity citation. Corrective action required, no imminent risk. The regulator monitors compliance on the next visit.

  • 101216(a)Type A

    PERSONNEL REQUIREMENTS

    101216 Personnel Requirements - (a) Child care center personnel shall be competent to provide the services necessary to meet the individual needs of children in care...This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review,The facility failed to follow required procedures, such as Reporting Requirements and documentation, which staff are required to follow and have knowledge of. This is an immediate health, safety, and personal rights to children in care.

  • 101238(a)Type B

    BUILDINGS AND GROUNDS

    101238 Buildings and Grounds: (a) The child care center shall be clean, safe, sanitary and in good repair at all times to ensure the safety and well-being of children, employees and visitors. ...This requirement was not met as evidenced by: Based on interview and record review,facility did not follow local health department guidance of disinfecting and sanitizating after Hand, Foot and Mouth cases. This is a potential health, safety, and personal rights to children in care.

FAQ · About this visit

Common questions about this visit

What happened during the October 27, 2025 inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER?

This was a complaint inspection of KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on October 27, 2025. 2 citations were issued: 1 Type A (serious) and 1 Type B.

Were any citations issued to KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER on October 27, 2025?

Yes, 2 citations were issued (1 Type A, 1 Type B). The first citation was for: "101216 Personnel Requirements - (a) Child care center personnel shall be competent to provide the services necessary to ..."

What type of inspection was this?

This was a complaint inspection. Complaint inspections are triggered when someone reports a concern about the facility to CCLD.

Share this reportEmail

Next steps

If this is your facility,claim this pageand add your response to the public record. Free.

Spotted an inaccuracy on this visit?Request a reviewand we will check it against the public record.

Researching this visit professionally?Book a 20-minute calland we will walk through what we have on file.

Data from CCLD public records. Last updated . If you believe any information is inaccurate, report it here.