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Childery

KinderCare Learning Center

6270 SYCAMORE LN N, MAPLE GROVE, MN 55369-6309Childery Rating: 4/5

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Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    4 / 5
  • Process Quality
    5 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    3 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Parent Aware rating of Level 4 (out of 4) and NAEYC accreditation. Structural quality reflects a 100% violation rate and a license in good standing. The structural rating also includes Minnesota's licensing baseline — what every licensed daycare in the state must meet. Minnesota caps infant ratios at 1:4, toddler ratios at 1:7, and preschool ratios at 1:10. Lead teachers must hold a Child Development Associate (CDA). Teachers must complete 24 hours of annual training.

Quality Recognitions & Accreditations

State Quality Rating
Parent Aware Level 4 (Max 4) Learn more →
Accreditations
  • National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Accredited
  • National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
  • National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
  • National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited

Facility Info

Facility type
Child Care Center
Age groups served
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, School-Age
Licensed capacity
104
Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:48
Toddlers1:714
Preschool1:1020

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
Child Development Associate (CDA)

Inspection History

8 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 74 Findings
Most recent: Mar 4, 2026
9 Critical65 Important

Across 8 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (15), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (9), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (7). Of 74 total findings, 9 were critical.

See All 8 Inspection Visits
  1. Mar 4, 20264 Findings1 Critical3 Important
    • FacilityStat. 142B.54 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17

      Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0034 subp. 1 9503.0040 subp. 2 item D

      A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Documentation LogsMinn. R. 9503.0110 subp. 3 item D and E and subp. 4 item B

      The program did not have documentation of fire and/or tornado drills. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.10 subd. 21(b)(1) 142B.65 subd. 1

      Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

  2. Jan 7, 20265 Findings1 Critical4 Important
    • FacilityStat. 142B.54 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17

      Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0034 subp. 1 9503.0040 subp. 2 item D

      A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 3 item B, (2)

      There was more than a 36-month age range in a mixed age group. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Personnel RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0115 item B 9503.0120

      The program did not have a file for each staff person. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

    • Food and WaterMinn. Stat. 142B.41 subd. 13

      The program used water bottles or reusable cups to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy. Correction: Correction Documentation Not Submitted

  3. Sep 26, 202518 Findings2 Critical16 Important
    • Background StudiesMinn. Stat. 245C.04 subd. 1(b) and (h)

      The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required.

    • FacilityStat. 142B.54 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17

      Hazardous objects were accessible to children.

    • Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0032 subp. 2 9503.0120 item B

      Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications.

    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0040 subp. 2

      The correct number of qualified staff were not present.

    • Program Plan/Interest AreasMinn. R. 9503.0045 subp. 2

      Children did not have daily access to all interest areas.

    • Equipment ListMinn. R. 9503.0060

      The program did not have sufficient furnishings, equipment, materials, or supplies.

    • Documentation LogsMinn. R. 9503.0110 subp. 3 item D and E and subp. 4 item B

      The program did not have documentation of fire and/or tornado drills.

    • Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0115 9503.0125

      The program did not have a file for each child.

    • Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125

      Children's files did not contain all required items.

    • Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 item G 9503.0140 subp. 5

      Children's files did not contain immunization documentation.

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19

      Equipment and furniture were not in good repair.

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 20

      Areas used by children were not in good repair.

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 9

      The program's space was not clean.

    • PostingsMinn. Stat. 142B.16 subd. 5 142B.18 subd. 6

      A licensing action was not posted in a prominent place.

    • Food and WaterMinn. Stat. 142B.41 subd. 13

      The program used water bottles or reusable cups to provide water to children and did not have or follow a policy.

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 142B.65 subd. 9

      All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements.

    • Staff TrainingStat. 142B.65 subd. 4 R. 9503.0120 subp. D

      The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.

    • Staff TrainingStat. 142B.65 subd. 5 R. 9503.0120 subp. D

      The program did not comply with CPR training requirements.

  4. Mar 25, 202511 Findings1 Critical10 Important
    • Reporting RequirementsMinn. R. 9503.0130 subp. 1

      The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect.

    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0034 subp. 1 9503.0040 subp. 2 item D

      A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide.

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 9

      The program's space was not clean.

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 2(a)

      The program did not have documentation of crib brand names and model numbers.

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 2(c)

      The program did not document that cribs met federal standards.

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 4

      The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections.

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.40 subd. 1 245A.04 subd. 14(b)(1)

      Staff orientation training did not include all required items.

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.40 subd. 7

      All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements.

    • Emergency PreparednessMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 3(d)

      The emergency preparedness plan was not updated annually.

    • Staff TrainingStat. 245A.40 subd. 3 R. 9503.0120 subp. D

      The program did not comply with first aid training requirements.

    • Staff TrainingStat. 245A.40 subd. 4 R. 9503.0120 subp. D

      The program did not comply with CPR training requirements.

  5. Jan 23, 20253 Findings3 Important
    • Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125

      Children's files did not contain all required items.

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.40 subd. 1 245A.04 subd. 14(b)(1)

      Staff orientation training did not include all required items.

    • Program PracticesStat. 245A.02 subd. 18 R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item A

      Staff did not supervise the children at all times.

  6. Dec 10, 202423 Findings3 Critical20 Important
    • Reporting RequirementsMinn. R. 9503.0130 subp. 1

      The program did not comply with the reporting requirements for abuse and neglect. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Background StudiesMinn. Stat. 245C.04 subd. 1(b) and (h)

      The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required.

    • FacilityStat. 245A.66 subd. 2(e) R. 9503.0140 subp. 17

      Hazardous objects were accessible to children. Correction: In Compliance at Follow-Up Review

    • Staff QualificationsMinn. R. 9503.0032 subp. 2 9503.0120 item B

      Documentation was not available to show that a teacher met qualifications.

    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0034 subp. 1 9503.0040 subp. 2 item D

      A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Behavior GuidanceMinn. R. 9503.0055 subp. 3

      Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Correction: In Compliance at Follow-Up Review

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 12

      Diaper changing procedures were not posted in the diaper changing area. Correction: In Compliance at Follow-Up Review

    • Health PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 14

      Staff did not wash their hands with soap and water. Correction: In Compliance at Follow-Up Review

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19

      Equipment and furniture were not in good repair.

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 20

      Areas used by children were not in good repair. Correction: In Compliance at Follow-Up Review

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 9

      The program's space was not clean. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0155 subp. 10

      Hot or hazardous surfaces were not shielded or insulated.

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.04 subd. 14(b)(1) 245A.40 subd. 1

      Staff orientation training did not include all required items. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.1435(d)

      The program placed an infant under one year of age down to sleep with weighted clothing, a hood, and/or a bib.

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 2(a)

      The program did not have documentation of crib brand names and model numbers. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 3

      Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 4

      The program did not complete monthly crib safety inspections. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.40 subd. 2

      Child development and learning training did not contain all required items.

    • Staff TrainingMinn. Stat. 245A.40 subd. 7

      All staff did not complete ongoing training requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Health PracticesMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 2

      The program did not have a policy for handling and disposing of bodily fluids.

    • Emergency PreparednessMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 3(d)

      The emergency preparedness plan was not updated annually. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Staff TrainingStat. 245A.40 subd. 3 R. 9503.0120 subp. D

      The program did not comply with first aid training requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

    • Staff TrainingStat. 245A.40 subd. 4 R. 9503.0120 subp. D

      The program did not comply with CPR training requirements. Correction: Correction Documentation Insufficient

  7. Sep 17, 20243 Findings1 Critical2 Important
    • Background StudiesMinn. Stat. 245C.04 subd. 1(b) and (h)

      The program did not submit a background study request to DHS when required.

    • Behavior GuidanceMinn. R. 9503.0055 subp. 4

      The program violated the behavior guidance policy for separating children from the group.

    • Program PracticesStat. 245A.02 subd. 18 R. 9503.0045 subp. 1 item A

      Staff did not supervise the children at all times.

  8. Oct 3, 20237 Findings7 Important
    • Program PracticesMinn. R. 9503.0034 subp. 1 9503.0040 subp. 2 item D

      A teacher or assistant teacher did not directly supervise an aide.

    • Behavior GuidanceMinn. R. 9503.0055 subp. 3

      Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Correction: Corrected on site

    • Behavior GuidanceMinn. R. 9503.0055 subp. 3

      Children were subjected to prohibited disciplinary actions. Correction: Corrected on site

    • Children's RecordsMinn. R. 9503.0125 item G 9503.0140 subp. 3

      Children's files did not contain physical exam documentation.

    • FacilityMinn. R. 9503.0140 subp. 19

      Equipment and furniture were not in good repair.

    • Infant and Toddler CareMinn. Stat. 245A.146 subd. 3

      Cribs were not checked annually against the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission website's listing of unsafe cribs.

    • Children's RecordsMinn. Stat. 245A.41 subd. 1(a)

      The program did not have information about a child's known allergy.

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