Kingdom Kidz Academy

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on a review of medication, medication was kept onsite for more than 14 days after the medication authorization had expired. Evidence: The record for child #2 (enrollment date12/1/2020) contained a medication authorization that expired on 3/2/2024.”

22.1-289.035-B-1

“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that staff completed a sworn disclosure prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: The record for staff #2 (hire date 7/15/2024) did not have documentation of a completed sworn statement of affirmation.”

8VAC20-780-240-B

“Based on record review and interview, the center failed to ensure that staff shall complete orientation training in subsection C of this section prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #1 (hire date 7/8/2024) and staff #5 (hire date 1/29/2024) did not did not contain documentation of orientation. 2. The staff verified that orientation had not been completed for staff #1 and staff #5.”

8VAC20-780-350-B-4

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure the 1:10 staff-to-child ratio requirement was met for children ages 3 years old to school age. Evidence: 1. In the three-year-old classroom 11 children were observed being supervised by 1 staff. 2. In the four-year-old classroom 11 children were observed being supervised by 1 staff. 3. During an interview with the director, it was acknowledged that staff-to-child ratio requirements were out of compliance.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records, and interview, the center did not ensure that required records were not kept for each staff person. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #1 (hire date 7/8/2024) did not contain documentation of that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. 2. The record for staff #2 (hire date 7/15/2024) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. 3. The director verified that references had not been received for staff #1 and staff #2.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“(Repeat violation) Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the playground for the children three years and older, the wooden climbing equipment has broken slack with sharp, splintering, cracked, and deteriorating wood that pose a scratching hazard.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on a review of medication, medication was kept onsite for more than 14 days after the medication authorization had expired. Evidence: The record for child #2 (enrollment date12/1/2020) contained a medication authorization that expired on 3/2/2024.”

22.1-289.035-B-1

“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that staff completed a sworn disclosure prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: The record for staff #2 (hire date 7/15/2024) did not have documentation of a completed sworn statement of affirmation.”

8VAC20-780-240-B

“Based on record review and interview, the center failed to ensure that staff shall complete orientation training in subsection C of this section prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #1 (hire date 7/8/2024) and staff #5 (hire date 1/29/2024) did not did not contain documentation of orientation. 2. The staff verified that orientation had not been completed for staff #1 and staff #5.”

8VAC20-780-350-B-4

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to ensure the 1:10 staff-to-child ratio requirement was met for children ages 3 years old to school age. Evidence: 1. In the three-year-old classroom 11 children were observed being supervised by 1 staff. 2. In the four-year-old classroom 11 children were observed being supervised by 1 staff. 3. During an interview with the director, it was acknowledged that staff-to-child ratio requirements were out of compliance.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on a review of five (5) staff records, and interview, the center did not ensure that required records were not kept for each staff person. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #1 (hire date 7/8/2024) did not contain documentation of that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. 2. The record for staff #2 (hire date 7/15/2024) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. 3. The director verified that references had not been received for staff #1 and staff #2.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“(Repeat violation) Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the playground for the children three years and older, the wooden climbing equipment has broken slack with sharp, splintering, cracked, and deteriorating wood that pose a scratching hazard.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on record review and interview, the center failed to obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for staff. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3 (date of employment 7/17/2023), did not contain a central registry background. 2. The director stated that a central registry background was completed for staff #3 but could not locate the document.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on record review and interview, the center failed to obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for staff. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3 (date of employment 7/17/2023), did not contain a central registry background. 2. The director stated that a central registry background was completed for staff #3 but could not locate the document.”

8VAC20-780-245-A

“Based on review of staff records and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff had completed a minimum of 16 hours of annual training appropriate to the age of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #2, hired on 01/19/2019 completed only 8 hours of training for their 07/02/2022 -07/01/2023 training year. 2. The director verified that staff #2 had not complete the 16 hours of training.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that there was an insufficient amount of resilient surfacing in the use zone of the playground equipment and the area surrounding equipment did not encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. There was approximately 3 1/2 inches of rubber mulch underneath the preschool/school age swings. The swings required 6 inches of rubber mulch. 2. The director stated that the children push the mulch with their feet while swinging which causes mulch to be low under the swings.”

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 Classroom #2 there was a can of Disinfectant spray sitting on top of a lock box on the wall. 2. In Classroom #4 there was a can of Disinfectant spray on top of a lock box on a wall in the back of the classroom near the sink. 3. The warning labels stated "Caution", and "keep out of reach of children." 4. Staff verified that the Disinfectant Spray were not in a locked location.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The plastic coating on the swing set chain was broken in several places creating sharp edges and exposing the chain. Rust was observed on the exposed portion of the chain.”

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Based upon review of emergency response drills, the center did not ensure that lockdown procedures are practiced at least annually. Evidence: 1. The emergency response drill records provided did not include documentation of a lockdown procedure drill.”

8VAC20-780-245-A

“Based on review of staff records and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff had completed a minimum of 16 hours of annual training appropriate to the age of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #2, hired on 01/19/2019 completed only 8 hours of training for their 07/02/2022 -07/01/2023 training year. 2. The director verified that staff #2 had not complete the 16 hours of training.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that there was an insufficient amount of resilient surfacing in the use zone of the playground equipment and the area surrounding equipment did not encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. There was approximately 3 1/2 inches of rubber mulch underneath the preschool/school age swings. The swings required 6 inches of rubber mulch. 2. The director stated that the children push the mulch with their feet while swinging which causes mulch to be low under the swings.”

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 Classroom #2 there was a can of Disinfectant spray sitting on top of a lock box on the wall. 2. In Classroom #4 there was a can of Disinfectant spray on top of a lock box on a wall in the back of the classroom near the sink. 3. The warning labels stated "Caution", and "keep out of reach of children." 4. Staff verified that the Disinfectant Spray were not in a locked location.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The plastic coating on the swing set chain was broken in several places creating sharp edges and exposing the chain. Rust was observed on the exposed portion of the chain.”

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Based upon review of emergency response drills, the center did not ensure that lockdown procedures are practiced at least annually. Evidence: 1. The emergency response drill records provided did not include documentation of a lockdown procedure drill.”

8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No

“Based on record reviewed, the center did not ensure that a staff and parent signatures or two staff signatures was included for each form. Evidence: 1. The injury reports did not contain signatures of a staff and parent or two staff signatures. 2. Injury report did not document any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury. 3. The injury report for child #1 did not contain documentation of the date and time that the parent was notified.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“Based on a review of medication, the center did not have written authorization to administer medication that was kept on site. Evidence: 1. There was no medication authorization forms available for Child #2.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that there was an insufficient amount of resilient surfacing in the use zone of the playground equipment and the area surrounding equipment did not encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. Under the swings on the playground, there is approximately 1-2 inches of mulch. The swings required 6 inches of mulch. 2. At the bottom of the green slide, there is approximately 1-2 inches of mulch. 3. The director confirmed the mulch was less than six inches in measurement.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on a record review the center did not ensure all sworn statements of affirmation were signed prior to staff's first date of employment. Evidence: 1.Staff #2's sworn statement of affirmation was not signed or dated. Staff #2?s employment start date was 2/13/2023.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas inside and outside the center were not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Three nails were protruding from the wood boarder that is surrounding the playground equipment.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on a review of children's records, it was determined that one record was not complete. Evidence: 1. Child #3?s (date of enrollment 8/29/2022) record was missing 1 of 2 emergency contacts. 2. Child #3?s record did not contain persons authorized to pick up the child.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on record review, the center failed to document a monthly practiced evacuation drill. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of an evacuation drill for November 2022, and January 2023. 2. The director stated that a drill was completed but had not been documented. 3. There was no lockdown drill practiced in 2022. 4. There was one shelter in place drill documented for 6/15/2022.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“Based on a review of medication, the center did not have written authorization to administer medication that was kept on site. Evidence: 1. There was no medication authorization forms available for Child #2.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that there was an insufficient amount of resilient surfacing in the use zone of the playground equipment and the area surrounding equipment did not encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. Under the swings on the playground, there is approximately 1-2 inches of mulch. The swings required 6 inches of mulch. 2. At the bottom of the green slide, there is approximately 1-2 inches of mulch. 3. The director confirmed the mulch was less than six inches in measurement.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on a record review the center did not ensure all sworn statements of affirmation were signed prior to staff's first date of employment. Evidence: 1.Staff #2's sworn statement of affirmation was not signed or dated. Staff #2?s employment start date was 2/13/2023.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, areas inside and outside the center were not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Three nails were protruding from the wood boarder that is surrounding the playground equipment.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on a review of children's records, it was determined that one record was not complete. Evidence: 1. Child #3?s (date of enrollment 8/29/2022) record was missing 1 of 2 emergency contacts. 2. Child #3?s record did not contain persons authorized to pick up the child.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on record review, the center failed to document a monthly practiced evacuation drill. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of an evacuation drill for November 2022, and January 2023. 2. The director stated that a drill was completed but had not been documented. 3. There was no lockdown drill practiced in 2022. 4. There was one shelter in place drill documented for 6/15/2022.”

8VAC20-780-80-A Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. The attendance record located in the 3 year old classroom did not contain the written record of daily attendance for two children. 2. The teacher in the 3 year old classroom verified that the names of two child were recorded on the daily attendance record. 3. The daily attendance record located in the school age room, was not updated for the week to reflect the current week’s attendance for the two children in attendance on 9/28/22 who attend school virtually.”

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

“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: Bleach water and Lysol Disinfectant Spray were kept in an unlocked box.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based record review and an interview, the center did not ensure when an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Evidence: 1. The record of child #1 had documentation of a medication authorization form which expired 3/26/2022. 2. The center director stated that they did not notice that the medication authorization form was expired.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: Large areas of cracked and peeling paint were observed in two of the bathroom stalls on each side of the children's toilets.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review, 2 of 3 staff records is incomplete. The center did not ensure two of three staff records contained documentation of two or more references before employment. Evidence: 1. The records of staff #2 (employment date: 7/25/2022) and staff #3 (employment date: 7/13/2022) were missing two reference checks.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based record review and an interview, the center did not ensure when an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Evidence: 1. The record of child #1 had documentation of a medication authorization form which expired 3/26/2022. 2. The center director stated that they did not notice that the medication authorization form was expired.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: Large areas of cracked and peeling paint were observed in two of the bathroom stalls on each side of the children's toilets.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review, 2 of 3 staff records is incomplete. The center did not ensure two of three staff records contained documentation of two or more references before employment. Evidence: 1. The records of staff #2 (employment date: 7/25/2022) and staff #3 (employment date: 7/13/2022) were missing two reference checks.”

22.1-289.035-B-4 Complaint related: No

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not obtain results of a check of the out-of-state sex offender registry prior to employment for each employee . Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 6/6/22) did not contain documentation of an out-of-state sex offender search. Staff #1 indicated living in another state in the previous 5 years on the staff's sworn disclosure statement. Administration acknowledged the out-of-state background checks was not completed.”

8VAC20-780-150-B Complaint related: No

“Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that immunizations received shall be signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. Evidence: 1. The records of child #2 (enrolled 6/21/22), child #3 (enrolled 6/15/22), and child #8 (enrolled 3/22/22) contained documentation of immunizations that were not signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department.”

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

“Based on observation and interview on June 23, 2022, the center did not ensure to maintain the required ratio of one staff to every four children ages birth to 16 months. Evidence: In the infant room there was one staff member with five infants. Administration acknowledged the infant room was out of ratio.”

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

“Based on observation and interview on June 23, 2022, the center did not ensure that children under 10 years of age shall always be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. An outside witness reported children being left alone in their rooms and that administration's response to this is that the children can be viewed on the camera system. 2. Administration was observed as being within staff-to-children ratio of the 4 year old classroom upon inspector's arrival. During the inspection, administration was observed leaving the 4 year old classroom, and entering the center's office across the hallway. Administration entered the office and was behind the desk, out of sight and sound of the 9 children left in the 4 year old classroom. When asked about not being within actual sight and sound supervision of the children, administration said that she can view the children via video on her computer and pointed to the classroom showing on the screen. Administration also reported utilizing a cell phone to view the cameras when needed. From the position of the desk and computer in the center's office there is no actual sight and sound of the classroom across the hallway that houses the 4 year old classroom.”

8VAC20-780-160-A Complaint related: No

“Based on a review of staff records the center did not ensure each staff submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The tuberculosis screening must be completed within the last 30 calendar days prior to beginning employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (hired 6/6/22) contained documentation of a tuberculosis screening dated 3/6/22. 2. The record of staff #5 (hired 6/1/22) contained documentation of a tuberculosis screening dated 6/28/22.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2 Complaint related: No

“Based on a review of staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff record reviewed contained a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #4 (hired 12/2/21) did not contain documentation of a central registry finding.”

8VAC20-780-240-B Complaint related: No

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that staff shall complete orientation training in subsection C of this section prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (hired 6/6/22) did not contain documentation of orientation being completed. Administration stated the orientation was not done.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that each staff record reviewed contained a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1, hired on 10/4/21, contained documentation of a central registry finding dated 12/15/21. 2. The record of staff #2, hired on 12/2/21, did not contain documentation of a central registry finding. 3. Administration acknowledged one was late and the other she did not have.”

8VAC20-780-340-D

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure in each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualification of a program leader or program director is regularly present. Evidence: 1. During interview, it was stated that staff #1 was the lead teacher in the after school classroom. The record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of lead teacher qualifications. 2. During interview, it was stated that staff #2 was the lead teacher in the infant classroom. The record of staff #2 did not contain documentation of lead teacher qualifications. 3. Administration acknowledged that neither staff in the classroom met the lead teacher qualifications.”

22.1-289.058

“Based on interview, the center did not ensure the building was equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: Administration stated the center did not have a carbon monoxide detector.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that each staff record reviewed contained a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1, hired on 10/4/21, contained documentation of a central registry finding dated 12/15/21. 2. The record of staff #2, hired on 12/2/21, did not contain documentation of a central registry finding. 3. Administration acknowledged one was late and the other she did not have.”

8VAC20-780-340-D

“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure in each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualification of a program leader or program director is regularly present. Evidence: 1. During interview, it was stated that staff #1 was the lead teacher in the after school classroom. The record of staff #1 did not contain documentation of lead teacher qualifications. 2. During interview, it was stated that staff #2 was the lead teacher in the infant classroom. The record of staff #2 did not contain documentation of lead teacher qualifications. 3. Administration acknowledged that neither staff in the classroom met the lead teacher qualifications.”

22.1-289.058

“Based on interview, the center did not ensure the building was equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: Administration stated the center did not have a carbon monoxide detector.”