Golden Path Academy - Stephenson

8VAC20-780-510-N

“Based on review of documentation and interviews, it was determined that the center failed to administer prescription medication in accordance with the prescriber's instructions pertaining to dosage and frequency. Evidence: 1. Child #1 had medication on site that included the following prescriber’s instructions: times to be given: 1:30 p.m. Special Instructions included can give every 6 hours as needed. 2. Attendance records document that Child #1 was in care on 2/5/24, 2/7/24, 2/9/24, 3/11/24, 3/15/24, 3/27/24, 3/29/24, 5/3/24, 5/6/24, 5/8/24, 5/10/24, 5/17/24 and the medication log did not indicate administration of medication as of 5/20/2024.”

8VAC20-780-510-I

“Based on review of documentation and interviews, the center failed to keep a record of medication given to children. Evidence: Child #1 was administered medication on 4/1/24, 4/3/24, 4/5/24, 4/8/24, 4/10/24, 4/12/24, 4/15/24, 4/17/24, 4/19/24, 4/22/24, 4/24/24, 4/26/24, 4/29/24 and administration of medication was not documented when administered as of May 20, 2024.”

8VAC20-780-520-A

“Based on review of over-the-counter skin products and interview, the center failed to ensure that over the counter skin products are not used past their expiration date. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler Gold classroom, Child #11?s Butt Paste had expired on 10/2023. Staff #11 confirmed that the Butt Paste had been last administered on 01/24/2024. 2. In the Infant 3 classroom, Child #9?s Destin had expired on 7/2023. Staff #9 confirmed that the Destin had been used regularly ?up until a few weeks ago?.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all areas were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Beginning Blue Classroom the wall next to the dramatic play area had several areas of peeling paint. The peeling paint is accessible to the children. 2. In the Pre-School Classroom there is an area of peeling paint next to the door that leads to the playground. The peeling pain is accessible to children.”

8VAC20-780-40-E

“Based on review of policies and interview, the center failed to follow the center’s own policies and procedures. Evidence: 1. The safe sleep policy provided by the center stated, ?Infants will be placed on a firm mattress, with a fitted sheet? and ?No toys, mobiles, soft objects, stuffed animals, pillows, bumper pads, blankets, positioning devices or extra bedding will be in the crib.? 2. In the Infant 1 classroom, there were two infants observed sleeping in a crib with a blanket. 3. In the Infant 1 classroom, there were signs on the cribs that stated if parents permitted blankets for the infant while sleeping. Staff in the classroom confirmed that they allow the infants to have blankets in the cribs if the parent permits. 4. In the Infant 2 classroom, there were seven cribs observed with loose sheets. Staff confirmed the crib sheets were loose.”

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Based on review of emergency drills, the center failed to ensure that a lockdown drill was practiced at least annually. Evidence: There was no documentation of a lockdown drill being completed for 2023.”

8VAC20-780-510-F

“Based on review of medications and medication documentation, the center failed to ensure that the medication authorization shall be available to staff during the entire time it is effective. Evidence: 1. Child #1 had an emergency medication, (Children's Benadryl), on site. The medication authorization form signed by the parent expired on 12/20/2023. 2. The allergy plan signed by the physician on 02/15/2023 requires Benadryl to be administered as part of the allergy action plan. 3. Administration verified the date on the medication authorization form, and verified there was not a new one on file.”

8VAC20-780-400-B

“Based on staff interviews and review of video footage, the center failed to ensure that behavioral guidance was constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, and utilized to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts. Evidence: 1.Staff interviews revealed that on 10/31/2023 Child #1, age 3 years old, was disruptive at circle time, taking off their shoes and not cooperating with the daily schedule. 2.Staff interview and review of video footage showed that in an attempt to change the child’s behavior, Child #1 was sent to ?cozy corner? for approximately 45 minutes, away from their classmates and regular schedule. Additionally, Child #1?s shoes were taken away for repeatedly taking them off. 3.Review of video footage and staff interviews revealed that during nap time transition on 10/31/2023, Staff #1 instructed Staff #2 to take away Child #1?s nap items (an Encanto blanket and `stuffy?) away from Child #1 ?since she doesn?t want to lay down? and provide Child #1 with a class sheet and blanket.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain central registry background check results within 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff #2, hired 08/09/2021, central registry background check result was dated 10/15/2021.”

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on review of the health inspection, the center failed to ensure that a health inspection was completed annually. Evidence: 1. The last health inspection on file was dated January 26, 2022. 2. Administration verified that the health inspection on file was the most current one completed.”

8VAC20-780-130-E

“Based on a review of children's records, the center failed to obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: 1. Child #1, age 14 months, did not contain documentation of additional immunizations every six months. The last dated immunizations on file were dated 09/26/2022. Updated immunizations were due 03/2023. 2. Staff #4 verified that updated immunizations had not been obtained.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review of staff records, the center failed to ensure that a tuberculosis screening was completed within the last 30 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1's date of hire was 05/01/2023. The tuberculosis screening was dated 02/07/2023. 2. Administration verified the date of employment, and the date on the tuberculosis screening.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all hazardous materials were kept in a locked location. Evidence: 1. In the Intermediate Blue Classroom the cabinet under the sink was not locked and contained three cans of shaving cream. One Hide Simple Clean Fresh Shaving Cream, one Equate Shaving Cream, and one Gillett Foamy Shaving Cream. The manufacturer's label on all the cans stated "keep out of the reach of children." 2, In the Intermediate Blue Classroom the cabinet to the far right under the counter was not locked and contained the following; Bleach Water spray, Goo Gone, and Tide Simple and Clean. The manufacturer label states "keep out of reach of children."”

8VAC20-780-560-J

“Based on observation, the center failed to sanitize the tables before using for eating. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler Gold Classroom, Staff #3 was observed spraying the tables and wiping them clean as the children were coming to the table for lunch. 2. Staff #3 verified that the contents of the spray bottle were soap and water and was not a sanitizing agent.”

8VAC20-780-280-G

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that hazardous substances not kept in original containers, that the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents. Evidence: In the Intermediate Blue Classroom in the cabinet to the far right there was a spray bottle filled with a liquid and the spray bottle was not labeled.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water after toileting or diapering. Evidence: 1. In the Beginning Preschool Blue classroom, Staff #2 was observed completing a diaper change. Staff #2 did not wash the child's hands after diapering. 2. Staff #2 verified that they did not wash the child's hands after diapering.”

8VAC20-780-580-I

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure that before leaving on a field trip a schedule of the trips events and locations shall be posted and visible at the center. Evidence: 1. The Pre-K Summer Camp program was not on location on 06/14/2023 when the Licensing Inspectors arrived for the inspection. Staff #4 confirmed that there were 24 children out on a field trip for the day. 2. There was not a posting visible at the center of the schedule of the trips events and locations. 3. Staff #4 confirmed there was not a posting of the field trip in the center.”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all sunscreen was labeled with the child's name, and was inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. In the Beginning Preschool Blue Classroom there were three bottles of sunscreen that were not labeled with the child's name. 2. In the Intermediate Blue Classroom there were approximately 10 bottles of sunscreen located in the unlocked cabinet under the counter area. The cabinets were accessible to children.”

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

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. In the Intermediate Blue Classroom that serves children three years of age, during naptime on April 3,2023 two children were observed on their mats behind the bookcase and one child was observed on a mat behind the shelf at the entrance to the classroom. These children were not within sight of the two staff who were sitting on the large, carpeted area of the classroom. 2. In the Pre-K Gold classroom that serves children four to five years of age, during naptime on April 3, 2023, two children were observed on mats located in the library area behind a shelf, one child was observed on a mat located near the restroom in front of a shelf, and one child was observed on a mat located by the sink area behind the table. These children were not within sight of the one staff member present in the classroom who was sitting on the carpeted area to the right of the classroom entrance. 3. In the Beginning Preschool Gold Classroom that serves children two years of age, during naptime on April 3, 2023, one child was observed on a mat located behind the diaper changing table, and three children were observed on mats located in the library area behind the shelf. These children were not within sight of the two staff in the classroom that were sitting on the carpeted area near the cubbies.”

63.2-1509-A Complaint related: No

“Based on review of documentation and interviews, the center, who had reason to suspect child abuse or neglect, failed to report the matter immediately to the local department of the county or city wherein the child resides or wherein the abuse or neglect is believed to have occurred or to the Department's toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline. Evidence: 1. The parent of Child #1 reported to Staff #1, via email dated 01/28/2023 at 7:00 A.M., that ?Child #1 had demonstrated and verbalized that Staff #3 squeezed his face/cheeks very hard and hurt him.? 2. The parent of Child #1 requested, via email dated 01/28/2023 at 2:55 P.M., a meeting with Staff #2 to ?review and discuss video footage regarding the physical assault of Child #1.? and indicated she ?noticed (Child #1) had a red mark on his face and it is now bruising.? 3. The incident was reported to Local Law Enforcement by the Parents of Child #1 on 03/22/2023. Local Law Enforcement notified Child Protective Services on 03/22/2023.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on review of staff records, the center failed to ensure that the Virginia Department of Education orientation course was completed within 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #4's date of hire was 05/06/2022. The orientation training on file was dated 10/08/2022. The training was required to be completed by 08/06/2022. 2. Staff #5's date of hire was 05/24/2022. There was no documentation in the file that the orientation training had been completed. The training was required to be completed by 08/24/2022. 3. Staff #6's date of hire was 05/02/2022. The orientation training on file was dated 10/11/2022. The training was required to be completed by 08/02/2022. 4. Staff #10's date of hire was 03/25/2022. There was no documentation in the file that the orientation training had been completed. The training was required to be completed by 06/25/2022.”

8VAC20-780-520-A

“Based on review of over-the counter skin products, the center failed to ensure that non prescription skin products shall be kept beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #1 there was a container of Boudreaux's Butt Past that expired in July 2020. 2. Staff verified the expiration date on the bottom of the container.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all hazardous materials were kept in a locked location. Evidence: In Classroom #5 there was a container of Glad Air Freshener in the cabinet next to the children’s handwashing sink. The cabinet was not locked and accessible to children. The manufacturer’s label stated to ?keep out of reach of children and pets?.”

8VAC20-780-40-E

“Based on observation, and interviews, the licensee did not ensure that the center’s services and facilities are maintained within the terms of the current license issued by the department. Evidence: 1. The census of children in care on June 1, 2022 was 180 children. The licensed capacity on the current license is 163 children. 2. Administration verified the census count, and the capacity number that is on the current license.”

8VAC20-780-160-C

“Based on review of staff files, the center failed to ensure that an updated tuberculosis screening was completed every two years. Evidence: 1. Staff #7?s last documented tuberculosis test/screening was dated 01/29/2020. A new one was required by 01/29/2022. 2. Staff #8?s last documented tuberculosis test/screening was dated 10/13/20219. A new one was required by 10/13/2021. 3. Staff #9?s last documented tuberculosis test/screening was dated 12/9/2019. A new one was required by 12/09/21. 4. Staff verified that updated tuberculosis test/screening had not be completed by the three staff members.”

8VAC20-780-520-A

“Based on review of non-prescription medication and over the counter the counter skin products, the center failed to ensure that products were not kept beyond the expiration date. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #1 there was a container of Aquaphor Ointment that expired in May 2021, and a container of Butt Paste that expired in May 2022. 2. In Classroom #3 there was a bottle of Green Butt Creme that expired in April 2022. 3. In Classroom #4 there was a jar of Destin that had expired in March 2022. 4. In Classroom #5 there was bottle of sunscreen in the cabinet that had expired in April 2022. 5. Child 2M had bottle of non-prescription medication that expired in September 2021.”

8VAC20-780-510-B

“Based on review of medications, the center failed to ensure that that non-prescription medication was given according the medication policies. Evidence: 1. The medication policy states, ?A physician must also authorize the dispensing of any medication contrary to the package directions.? 2. Child 4M, (age 17 months), had a non-prescription medication that stated on the manufacturer’s directions under the age of 2 to consult a doctor. There was no authorization form on file signed by a physician. 3. Child 4M was administered 5ml of the medication on May 27, 2022.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“8VAC20-780-500-B Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that proper diapering procedures were followed. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #2 the diaper changing table was being used as a catch all and had toys, and binders setting on top of the changing table. 2. In Classroom #7 there was laundry and toys on top of the changing table. 3. In Classroom #1 the diapering surface was not cleaned or sanitized in between children being changed. 4. In Classroom #4, staff did not allow the sanitizing agent to air dry for at least two minutes before it was wiped off the mat.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that children’s hands were washed at all the required times. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #1 the children did not wash their hands before eating lunch. The children washed their hands and then went back to the group activity on the rug. Child were observed touching other children, the floor, and materials. Children did not re-wash their hands before sitting down at the table to eat lunch. 2. In Classroom #1 a child did not wash their hands after diapering. The child was removed from the changing table and went directly to the table to eat lunch.”

8VAC20-780-430-I

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all personal articles were labeled with the child’s name. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #2 there was one water cup not labeled with the child’s name. 2. In Classroom #6 there were three water bottles that were not labeled with the child’s name. 3. Staff verified that the cups were labeled with the classroom, but not the child that is was assigned to for the day.”

8VAC20-780-380-A

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that a daily classroom schedule was posted in two classrooms. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #1 and Classroom #4 there was not a daily classroom schedule posted. 2. Staff verified that the classroom schedules were not posted.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of staff records, the center failed to ensure that all required out-of-state criminal history background checks were completed prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #10 indicated on a sworn disclosure statement dated 05/23/2022 that they had resided in one other state outside of Virginia within the last five years. There was not a completed out-of-state criminal history background check on file for Staff #10 prior to the date of hire. Date of hire for Staff #10 was 05/23/2022. Staff #10 was observed working in a classroom with a group of children on 06/01/2022. 2. Staff #13 indicated on a sworn disclosure statement dated 05/24/2022 that they had resided in one other state outside of Virginia within the last five years. There was not a completed out-of-state criminal history background check on file for Staff #13 prior to the date of hire. Date of hire for Staff #13 was 05/24/2022. Staff #13 was observed working in a classroom with a group of children on 06/01/2022. 3. Administration verified the date of hire for Staff #10 and Staff #13, and that the out-of-state background checks had not been completed.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on review of staff files, the center failed to ensure reference checks were completed prior to employment. Evidence: 1.Staff #12?s date of employment was 05/06/2022. There were no references on file for Staff #12. 2. Staff verified that there were no references on file for Staff #12.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all hazardous substances were kept in a locked location. Evidence: 1. In Classroom #5 the bottle of bleach water was hooked on the side of the changing table. 2. Staff verified that the bottle of bleach was not in a locked location.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on review of staff records, the center failed to have documentation of required tuberculosis screening within the required time frame for those employees hired before 10/13/2021. Evidence: 1. Staff #17's tuberculosis screening on file was dated 08/26/2021. Date of employment for Staff #17 was 07/29/2021. The tuberculosis screen should have been completed by 08/19/2021. 2. Staff verified the date of employment for Staff #1, and the date on the tuberculosis screening on file.”