Community Care and Learning Center

8VAC20-780-320-B Complaint related: No

“Each restroom area provided for children shall be equipped with soap, toilet paper and disposable paper towels. The two downstairs restrooms did not have paper towels.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“REPEAT VIOLATION The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The three-year-old classroom did not have the allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions list.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“REPEAT VIOLATION The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The three-year-old classroom did not have the allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions list.”

8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

“COMPLAINT RELATED VIOLATION REPEAT VIOLATION Based observation and interview, the center failed to ensure that all areas and equipment of the center are maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. 1. The pink foam mat in the 2?s room, the ABC foam mat in the waddler room, the chevron striped foam mat in the waddler room, the grey and white foam mat in the older infant room and the white foam mat in the infant room all were cracked in various places and exposing the material inside. (photos attached). 2. The sun and rainbow rug in the 2?s room, the ?I am feeling?? rug in the 2?s room, the grey rug in the older infant room and the grey and white foam mat in the older infant room were all visibly dirty. (photos attached). 3. The walls in the 2's room do not reach the ceiling of the room. An unsecured box fan was sitting on top of a plank of wood that was placed diagonally across the where two of the walls meet in the corner of the room. An unattached screw was observed on the bottom of the fan and the electrical cord was wrapped around the plank, leaving the fan unsecured. The fan was over the play area of the classroom. 4. The walls in the Waddler room do not reach the ceiling of the room. An unsecured box fan was leaning against a small pipe and tank. The fan was over the play area of the classroom. 5. Interviews revealed an unsecured box fan that had been in use in the older infant room had previously fallen into an unoccupied crib.”

8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

“COMPLAINT RELATED VIOLATION REPEAT VIOLATION Based observation and interview, the center failed to ensure that all areas and equipment of the center are maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. 1. The pink foam mat in the 2?s room, the ABC foam mat in the waddler room, the chevron striped foam mat in the waddler room, the grey and white foam mat in the older infant room and the white foam mat in the infant room all were cracked in various places and exposing the material inside. (photos attached). 2. The sun and rainbow rug in the 2?s room, the ?I am feeling?? rug in the 2?s room, the grey rug in the older infant room and the grey and white foam mat in the older infant room were all visibly dirty. (photos attached). 3. The walls in the 2's room do not reach the ceiling of the room. An unsecured box fan was sitting on top of a plank of wood that was placed diagonally across the where two of the walls meet in the corner of the room. An unattached screw was observed on the bottom of the fan and the electrical cord was wrapped around the plank, leaving the fan unsecured. The fan was over the play area of the classroom. 4. The walls in the Waddler room do not reach the ceiling of the room. An unsecured box fan was leaning against a small pipe and tank. The fan was over the play area of the classroom. 5. Interviews revealed an unsecured box fan that had been in use in the older infant room had previously fallen into an unoccupied crib.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that in each room or area where children are present, there is a current written list of children’s allergies available to staff. Evidence: 1. In the older 3?s classroom, there was no written allergy list available to staff. Staff #7 confirmed that at the time of the inspection, there was no written allergy list available to staff.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure when staff are supervising children, they always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 reported to the department that on 03/13/2024, Child #1 and another child pulled a shelf over which fell on top of the two children. Staff #1 reported that Child #1 had bruising on their face as a result of the incident. 2. Video provided by the center shows two children pulling the shelf over which fell on top of the two children. 3. Staff #1 disclosed that the shelf was not attached to the wall at the time of the incident.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions is available to all staff who work with children and is kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. In the older three’s classroom, infant room, PreK fours? room, fours? classroom and two’s classroom, the list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions was posted but not in a confidential manner. 2. In the younger three’s classroom, staff were unable to locate the list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions is available to all staff who work with children and is kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. In the older three’s classroom, infant room, PreK fours? room, fours? classroom and two’s classroom, the list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions was posted but not in a confidential manner. 2. In the younger three’s classroom, staff were unable to locate the list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions.”

8VAC20-780-560-G Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that when food is brought in from home that the food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: 1. In the Three-Year-Old Classroom there were four lunchboxes with out a name or date, and three lunchboxes not dated. 2. Staff #3 verified that the lunchboxes were not labeled with the required information.”

8VAC20-780-280-B Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all hazardous items were kept in a locked location. Evidence: 1. In the restroom located next to the Infant Classroom there was a four pack of Great Value Disinfect Wipes on a shelf. The manufacturer's label stated "keep out of reach of children", and "hazardous to humans and domestic animals." 2. The door to the restroom was open. Staff #2 verified that the restroom was used for children and that the wipes were not in a locked location.”

8VAC20-780-310-E Complaint related: Yes

“Complaint Related Based on interview, the center failed to ensure that when children are on the outdoor play area, at least 75 square feet of space per child is provided. Evidence: 1. Staff #2, Staff #3 and Staff #4 confirmed that a small portable fence had been used to contain Child #1 during outside play time. 2. Staff #2 stated that the fence had been used for Child #1 regularly until ?about a week and a half ago?. 3. The area that the portable fence provided was measured and determined to be 16 square feet. Staff #2 confirmed that the 16 square foot area was the space that was previously provided for Child #1 during outside play time.”

8VAC20-780-350-B-1 Complaint related: No

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to meet the required staff to child ratio of 1:4 for children birth to 16 months. Evidence: 1. Ten children were observed on the pavilion play area with Staff #2 and Staff #4. 2. Staff #2 and Staff #4 confirmed the age of the youngest child in the group was 14 months old. 3. Staff #2 confirmed that the group was not at the required 1:4 ratio for children birth to 16-month-old.”

8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: No

“Based on interview and observation, the center failed to ensure that children under the age of 10 years old are within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. On 07/18/2023, Staff #5 was observed leaving the older 3?s classroom to open the front door for a parent. 2. Staff #5 confirmed that they had left the classroom to open the front door, leaving the children in the older 3?s classroom (all three years of age) alone and out of sight and sound supervision of staff.”

8VAC20-780-200-A Complaint related: Yes

“Complaint Related Based on interviews and review of documentation, the center failed to have a qualified program director or a qualified back-up program director who meets one of the director qualifications who is regularly on site at least 50% of the center's hours of operation. Evidence: 1. During interview on 07/18/2023, Staff #1 confirmed that Staff #10 is the only program director and that there is not a qualified back-up program director. 2. Staff #10 was not present during the inspection conducted at the center between the hours of 2:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m. on 07/18/2023. 3. Two of the eight staff members interviewed said the program director is present at the center at least 50% of the center’s operating hours. 4. One of the eight staff members interviewed responded that ?it doesn?t seem like it? when asked if the director is regularly at the center at least 50% of the center’s operating hours. 5. One of the eight staff members interviewed does not work a full-time regular shift and was unsure if Staff #10 is regularly present at least 50% of the center’s operating hours. 6. Four of the eight staff members interviewed stated that the program director is not regularly at the center 50% of the center’s operating hours.”

8VAC20-780-340-B Complaint related: Yes

“Complaint Related Based on interviews, the center failed to ensure that during the center’s hours of operation, one adult on the premises shall be in charge of the administration of the center. Evidence: 1. Eight of the eight staff members interviewed, stated that Staff #10 is in charge of the operation of the center, and in the absence of Staff #10, Staff #1 is in charge of the administration of the center. 2. Eight of the eight staff members interviewed stated that neither Staff #10 nor Staff #1 are at the center after 3:00 p.m. on a regular basis. 3. On 07/18/2023, Staff #10 was not present during the interview and Staff #1 left the center around 3:00 p.m. before the inspection concluded. Out of eight staff members interviewed, when asked who is in charge of administration of the center when Staff #10 and Staff #1 are not at the center: four of eight stated no one is in charge; two of eight stated Staff #4 is in charge (Staff #4 was not aware of being in charge and confirmed leaving the center at 3:00pm); one of eight stated Staff #6 or Staff #7 is in charge; and one of eight stated seniority is what determines who is in charge. 4. During the exit interview on 07/31/2023, Staff #10 confirmed Staff #10 is in charge of the operation of the center, and in the absence of Staff #10, Staff #1 is in charge of the administration of the center. Staff #10 also stated that when Staff #10 and Staff #1 are not at the center, seniority determines who is in charge.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Under the awning of the infant room door there was one wasps nest observed. Under the awning of the two-and-a-half-year-old to four-year-old room door, there were 3 wasps nests observed. Staff #1 confirmed the presence of the wasp’s nest. 2. In the infant room, the wall paneling was loose and had gaps in the corners. Staff #1 confirmed that the wall paneling was loose and had gaps in the corners. 3. One ceiling light cover was missing in the infant room. One cover to an unknown fixture in the infant room ceiling was missing. There were two unknown fixture holes in the main ceiling missing a cover. Staff #1 confirmed that the covers were missing.”

8VAC20-780-320-B

“Based on measurement, the center failed to ensure that the running warm water does not exceed 120?F. Evidence: 1. The warm water in the preschool bathroom sink measured 123.1?F. 2. The warm water in the 2.5-3 year’s classroom bathroom sink measured 123?F. 3. The warm water in the infant room sink measured 124.5?F.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Under the awning of the infant room door there was one wasps nest observed. Under the awning of the two-and-a-half-year-old to four-year-old room door, there were 3 wasps nests observed. Staff #1 confirmed the presence of the wasp’s nest. 2. In the infant room, the wall paneling was loose and had gaps in the corners. Staff #1 confirmed that the wall paneling was loose and had gaps in the corners. 3. One ceiling light cover was missing in the infant room. One cover to an unknown fixture in the infant room ceiling was missing. There were two unknown fixture holes in the main ceiling missing a cover. Staff #1 confirmed that the covers were missing.”

8VAC20-780-320-B

“Based on measurement, the center failed to ensure that the running warm water does not exceed 120?F. Evidence: 1. The warm water in the preschool bathroom sink measured 123.1?F. 2. The warm water in the 2.5-3 year’s classroom bathroom sink measured 123?F. 3. The warm water in the infant room sink measured 124.5?F.”