Always Sonshine Learn and Play

8VAC20-780-570-A

“Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that protective belts were not utilized for children sitting in a high chair table. Evidence: Six children in the toddler room were observed sitting in a table with 6 bucket seats. The seats have slots that are intended for protective belts. The protective belts were missing from the seats. It was reported by staff that the protective belts were being washed.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation of the facility it was determined that not all hazardous substances were kept locked. Evidence: 1.) A soap and water bottle and a bleach and water bottle were observed in the four year old classroom in an unlocked box above a lower cabinet. 2.) A bottle of bleach and water, a bottle of soap and water, and a can of disinfectant spray was observed in an unlocked lower cabinet in the infant room.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that not all background checks were repeated every five years. Evidence: 1.) The most recent sworn statement form for Staff A is dated 07/15/2018. 2.) The most recent fingerprint determination letter for Staff A is dated 08/20/2018. 3.) The most recent sworn statement form for Staff B is dated 02/07/2019. 4.) The most recent fingerprint determination letter for Staff B is dated 02/05/2019.”

8VAC20-780-570-A

“Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that protective belts were not utilized for children sitting in a high chair table. Evidence: Six children in the toddler room were observed sitting in a table with 6 bucket seats. The seats have slots that are intended for protective belts. The protective belts were missing from the seats. It was reported by staff that the protective belts were being washed.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation of the facility it was determined that not all hazardous substances were kept locked. Evidence: 1.) A soap and water bottle and a bleach and water bottle were observed in the four year old classroom in an unlocked box above a lower cabinet. 2.) A bottle of bleach and water, a bottle of soap and water, and a can of disinfectant spray was observed in an unlocked lower cabinet in the infant room.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that not all background checks were repeated every five years. Evidence: 1.) The most recent sworn statement form for Staff A is dated 07/15/2018. 2.) The most recent fingerprint determination letter for Staff A is dated 08/20/2018. 3.) The most recent sworn statement form for Staff B is dated 02/07/2019. 4.) The most recent fingerprint determination letter for Staff B is dated 02/05/2019.”

8VAC20-780-400-B Complaint related: Yes

“Based on interviews and review of video footage it was determined that behavioral guidance was not always constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, or intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior. Evidence: 1.) On 10/27/2023 at 9:45 am the children in the two's classroom were observed sitting on the carpet with Staff A and Staff B and were participating in circle time activities. Child A (age two) was observed attempting to leave the group on the carpet. Staff A is observed grabbing child A by the leg and drags the child back toward their lap. When the child attempts to get up again, Staff A grabs the child by the arm and begins to drag the child back towards their lap. Child A then falls back and hits their head on the ground. Staff A then places child A in their lap. 2.) At 9:47 am during the same circle time activity child B (age two) retrieves a plastic toy horse. Staff B aggressively takes the toy from child B and throws the toy across the room. 3.) At 9:50 am the children in the two year old room begin to retrieve their coats from behind the classroom changing table. While the children are putting on their coats, child B climbs onto the changing table. It is reported that one of the staff yelled loudly in a harsh voice tone at child B. Staff A then proceeds to the changing table to retrieve child B from the changing table. The interaction between staff A and child B is not seen because the changing table was blocking the view of the camera.”

8VAC20-780-500-A Complaint related: No

“Based on review of video footage it was determined that staff failed to follow procedures with regards to handwashing. Evidence: Staff A is observed wiping a child's nose and does not wash their hands after cleaning the child's nose. Staff A is observed changing a child's diaper and does not wash their hands after the diaper change.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation of the diaper changing pad in the toddler room it was determined that not all procedures for diapering were followed. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed debris on the diaper changing pad to indicate that the changing pad was not cleaned and sanitized after each use as required.”

8VAC20-780-400-B Complaint related: Yes

“Based on interviews and review of video footage it was determined that behavioral guidance was not always constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, or intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior. Evidence: 1.) On 10/27/2023 at 9:45 am the children in the two's classroom were observed sitting on the carpet with Staff A and Staff B and were participating in circle time activities. Child A (age two) was observed attempting to leave the group on the carpet. Staff A is observed grabbing child A by the leg and drags the child back toward their lap. When the child attempts to get up again, Staff A grabs the child by the arm and begins to drag the child back towards their lap. Child A then falls back and hits their head on the ground. Staff A then places child A in their lap. 2.) At 9:47 am during the same circle time activity child B (age two) retrieves a plastic toy horse. Staff B aggressively takes the toy from child B and throws the toy across the room. 3.) At 9:50 am the children in the two year old room begin to retrieve their coats from behind the classroom changing table. While the children are putting on their coats, child B climbs onto the changing table. It is reported that one of the staff yelled loudly in a harsh voice tone at child B. Staff A then proceeds to the changing table to retrieve child B from the changing table. The interaction between staff A and child B is not seen because the changing table was blocking the view of the camera.”

8VAC20-780-500-A Complaint related: No

“Based on review of video footage it was determined that staff failed to follow procedures with regards to handwashing. Evidence: Staff A is observed wiping a child's nose and does not wash their hands after cleaning the child's nose. Staff A is observed changing a child's diaper and does not wash their hands after the diaper change.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation of the diaper changing pad in the toddler room it was determined that not all procedures for diapering were followed. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed debris on the diaper changing pad to indicate that the changing pad was not cleaned and sanitized after each use as required.”

8VAC20-780-400-B Complaint related: Yes

“Based on interviews and review of video footage it was determined that behavioral guidance was not always constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, or intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior. Evidence: 1.) On 10/27/2023 at 9:45 am the children in the two's classroom were observed sitting on the carpet with Staff A and Staff B and were participating in circle time activities. Child A (age two) was observed attempting to leave the group on the carpet. Staff A is observed grabbing child A by the leg and drags the child back toward their lap. When the child attempts to get up again, Staff A grabs the child by the arm and begins to drag the child back towards their lap. Child A then falls back and hits their head on the ground. Staff A then places child A in their lap. 2.) At 9:47 am during the same circle time activity child B (age two) retrieves a plastic toy horse. Staff B aggressively takes the toy from child B and throws the toy across the room. 3.) At 9:50 am the children in the two year old room begin to retrieve their coats from behind the classroom changing table. While the children are putting on their coats, child B climbs onto the changing table. It is reported that one of the staff yelled loudly in a harsh voice tone at child B. Staff A then proceeds to the changing table to retrieve child B from the changing table. The interaction between staff A and child B is not seen because the changing table was blocking the view of the camera.”

8VAC20-780-500-A Complaint related: No

“Based on review of video footage it was determined that staff failed to follow procedures with regards to handwashing. Evidence: Staff A is observed wiping a child's nose and does not wash their hands after cleaning the child's nose. Staff A is observed changing a child's diaper and does not wash their hands after the diaper change.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation of the diaper changing pad in the toddler room it was determined that not all procedures for diapering were followed. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed debris on the diaper changing pad to indicate that the changing pad was not cleaned and sanitized after each use as required.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies in each classroom is dated. Evidence: The allergy list posted in each classroom did not contain a date of when it was last updated.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on record review, the center did not ensure that children's records contain all required information. Evidence: The record for Child #4 (First Day of Attendance: 10/14/19) was missing 1 address and phone number for an emergency contact. Child #4's record also did not contain documentation of the center viewing proof of the child's identity and age.”

8VAC20-780-90-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a written agreement between the parent and the center authorizing the center to seek emergency medical care should an emergency occur when the parent cannot be located immediately for each enrolled child. Evidence: Child #4 (First Day of Attendance: 10/14/19) did not have a signed authorization for emergency medical care on file.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Duckies classroom there was a spray bottle of bleach located in an open and unlocked cabinet by the changing table.”

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of a physical examination for each enrolled child within 30 days after first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #1 (First Day of Attendance: 7/11/22) did not have a physical examination on file.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies in each classroom is dated. Evidence: The allergy list posted in each classroom did not contain a date of when it was last updated.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on record review, the center did not ensure that children's records contain all required information. Evidence: The record for Child #4 (First Day of Attendance: 10/14/19) was missing 1 address and phone number for an emergency contact. Child #4's record also did not contain documentation of the center viewing proof of the child's identity and age.”

8VAC20-780-90-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a written agreement between the parent and the center authorizing the center to seek emergency medical care should an emergency occur when the parent cannot be located immediately for each enrolled child. Evidence: Child #4 (First Day of Attendance: 10/14/19) did not have a signed authorization for emergency medical care on file.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Duckies classroom there was a spray bottle of bleach located in an open and unlocked cabinet by the changing table.”

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of a physical examination for each enrolled child within 30 days after first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #1 (First Day of Attendance: 7/11/22) did not have a physical examination on file.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all areas and equipment outside of the center were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1)There was a hole, approximately 6 inches long, on the Dragonflies 1 playground on the black plastic support borders around the equipment that could cause an entrapment. 2) There were 3 cracks that could snag skin on the black plastic support borders around the playground equipment on the Dragonflies 2 playground. 3)On the Duckies playground, there was a sharp metal wire that could cause snagging of skin or clothing that was weaving through the bottom of the fence where the Dragonflies 2 class was playing. 4)There was sharp metal exposed on the back corner fence on the Dragonflies 2 playground that could cause snagging of skin or clothing. 5)There were 2 large bolts protruding from the wiggles playground edging causing a possible trip hazard. 6) On the Dragonflies 2 playground, there was exposed landscaping fabric in the area the children were running and playing that could cause a trip hazard.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1)In the School Age classroom, there was a bin of bleach, disinfectant and glass cleaner on top of the classroom cubbies. 2)The staff bathroom that was located within the school age classroom area was unlocked and contained 2 cans of air freshener with "Caution" and "Keep out of Reach of Children". 3)The laundry room that was located down a short hallway directly off of the school age classroom was left open and several containers of disinfectant, detergent, drain cleaner, bleach, and WD40 were accessible to children. 4)There was a magic eraser that was stored on the bottom shelf of the open diapering station in the Dragonflies 1 classroom.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain documentation of a completed sworn disclosure statement for each staff prior to date of hire. Evidence: There was no documentation of a sworn disclosure statement for Staff #4 (Date of hire 2/16/22) in the file.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain documentation of the results of a national fingerprint background check prior to date of hire. Evidence: The national fingerprint background check that was completed by Staff #2 (hire date 5/16/22) was completed on 5/18/22.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that the facility did not ensure there was adequate resilient surfacing for the fall zone under and around all playground equipment as required. Evidence: 1)On the Duckies playground there were two slides approximately three feet from each other and approximately 3 feet off the ground without resilient surfacing present. 2)On the Wiggles playground, there was a climbing structure with slide approximately three feet off the ground without resilient surfacing present. 3)On the Dragonflies 2 playground, there was a climbing structure and slide approximately 2 feet from the ground and 2 climbing structures with slides approximately 3 feet from the ground without an adequate amount of resilient surfacing. The resilient surfacing in these areas was approximately 1 inch deep and did not meet the required depth to prevent injury.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all areas and equipment outside of the center were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1)There was a hole, approximately 6 inches long, on the Dragonflies 1 playground on the black plastic support borders around the equipment that could cause an entrapment. 2) There were 3 cracks that could snag skin on the black plastic support borders around the playground equipment on the Dragonflies 2 playground. 3)On the Duckies playground, there was a sharp metal wire that could cause snagging of skin or clothing that was weaving through the bottom of the fence where the Dragonflies 2 class was playing. 4)There was sharp metal exposed on the back corner fence on the Dragonflies 2 playground that could cause snagging of skin or clothing. 5)There were 2 large bolts protruding from the wiggles playground edging causing a possible trip hazard. 6) On the Dragonflies 2 playground, there was exposed landscaping fabric in the area the children were running and playing that could cause a trip hazard.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1)In the School Age classroom, there was a bin of bleach, disinfectant and glass cleaner on top of the classroom cubbies. 2)The staff bathroom that was located within the school age classroom area was unlocked and contained 2 cans of air freshener with "Caution" and "Keep out of Reach of Children". 3)The laundry room that was located down a short hallway directly off of the school age classroom was left open and several containers of disinfectant, detergent, drain cleaner, bleach, and WD40 were accessible to children. 4)There was a magic eraser that was stored on the bottom shelf of the open diapering station in the Dragonflies 1 classroom.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain documentation of a completed sworn disclosure statement for each staff prior to date of hire. Evidence: There was no documentation of a sworn disclosure statement for Staff #4 (Date of hire 2/16/22) in the file.”

22.1-289.035-B-2

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain documentation of the results of a national fingerprint background check prior to date of hire. Evidence: The national fingerprint background check that was completed by Staff #2 (hire date 5/16/22) was completed on 5/18/22.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that the facility did not ensure there was adequate resilient surfacing for the fall zone under and around all playground equipment as required. Evidence: 1)On the Duckies playground there were two slides approximately three feet from each other and approximately 3 feet off the ground without resilient surfacing present. 2)On the Wiggles playground, there was a climbing structure with slide approximately three feet off the ground without resilient surfacing present. 3)On the Dragonflies 2 playground, there was a climbing structure and slide approximately 2 feet from the ground and 2 climbing structures with slides approximately 3 feet from the ground without an adequate amount of resilient surfacing. The resilient surfacing in these areas was approximately 1 inch deep and did not meet the required depth to prevent injury.”

22VAC40-185-160-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening or test within 21 days of employment for all staff. Evidence: Staff #2 (Date of Hire: 9/1/2021) did not have documentation of a tuberculosis screening or test on file.”

22VAC40-185-160-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening or test within 21 days of employment for all staff. Evidence: Staff #2 (Date of Hire: 9/1/2021) did not have documentation of a tuberculosis screening or test on file.”