La Petite Academy - Dumfries Road

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“The Center is required to ensure they have a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain an allergy care plan for their diagnosed food allergy.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“The Center is required to treat that staff and child records confidentially. Evidence: There were records posted in the lobby at the center dated 6/4/24 that contained confidential information related to the staff.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“(Repeat Violation) The Center is required to keep hazardous substances in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1)During inspection in the unlocked kitchen directly off the Preschool classroom and where children have access, 1 container of sanitizer and 10 detergents containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Warning? were stored on a shelf. 2)In the Toddler classroom in an unlocked drawer was 1 container of baby powder and 2 containers of hand sanitizer containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Warning? on the label.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“(Repeat Violation) The Center is required to ensure that diaper cream is kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: In the Toddler classroom, there were 4 diaper creams stored in an unlocked drawer where children have access.”

8VAC20-780-70

“(Repeat Violation) The Center is required to maintain documentation for each staff member that includes documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: The center did not have documentation for Staff #1 that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“The Center is required to have written medication authorization from the child’s physician for a long term medication. Evidence: For a long term medication for Child #3, there was no medication authorization from the physician.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“(Repeat Violation) The Center is required to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was no documentation of an evacuation drill for October 2024.”

8VAC20-780-420-E-3

“The Center is required to ensure annually that parent confirmation of the required information in the child record is up to date. Evidence: The files for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #4 did not have documentation that the parent had confirmed the updated record annually.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have CPR training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #4 (date of hire 11/13/23) did not have CPR certification within 90 days of the date of employment.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have 1st aid training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #4 (date of hire 11/13/23) did not have 1st Aid certification within 90 days of the date of employment.”

8VAC20-780-240-B

“Based on review of 5 staff records and interview with staff, the center did not ensure that orientation was completed prior to staff working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: The file for Staff #2 (date of hire 10/25/23) and Staff #4 (date of hire 11/13/23) did not contain documentation of an orientation.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain all of the required documentation for staff records. Evidence: The center did not have documentation for Staff #1(date of hire 5/14/24) or Staff #3 (date of hire 6/3/24) that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment.”

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: The record for Staff #3 (date of hire 6/3/24) did not contain documentation of a completed sworn disclosure statement prior to the date of hire.”

22.1-289.011-F

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure they post the findings of the most recent licensing inspection of the facility. Evidence: The complaint inspection on 2/12/24, the most recent licensing inspection of the facility, was not posted.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that electrical outlets have protective covers. Evidence: In the Pre-K and School age classroom (ages 3-10 years old), there were 2 outlets that did not have protective covers.”

8VAC20-780-380-A-1

“Based on observation and interview with staff, the center did not ensure that Toddler, Preschool and School age programs operating more than 5 hours per day, include one hour of outdoor activity per day. Evidence: 1)Upon arrival to the center for the inspection, the playground equipment, resilient surfacing, and playground fencing had been removed and there was construction in process in that area. 2)Interviews with staff revealed there was no area available for children to play outdoors since the demolition took place on 5/30/24 and until the playground project was completed.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1)During inspection in the unlocked kitchen directly off the Pre-K and School age classroom (ages 3-18) where children have access, 4 containers of disinfectant containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Caution? were stored on the countertop. 2)Behind the front desk in the lobby, 5 containers of paint containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Warning? on the label was stored on the floor. 3)In the Toddler classroom (ages 15 months - 22 months old) 1 bottle of lotion containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Warning? on the label was stored on a countertop. 4)In the Early Preschool classroom where the Pre-K and School age classroom (ages 3-10) share a bathroom, 1 container of disinfectant and 1 container of detergent containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Caution? were stored in an unlocked cabinet.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-1

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have CPR training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #4 (date of hire 11/13/23) did not have CPR certification within 90 days of the date of employment.”

8VAC20-790-600-D-2

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have 1st aid training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #4 (date of hire 11/13/23) did not have 1st Aid certification within 90 days of the date of employment.”

8VAC20-780-240-B

“Based on review of 5 staff records and interview with staff, the center did not ensure that orientation was completed prior to staff working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: The file for Staff #2 (date of hire 10/25/23) and Staff #4 (date of hire 11/13/23) did not contain documentation of an orientation.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain all of the required documentation for staff records. Evidence: The center did not have documentation for Staff #1(date of hire 5/14/24) or Staff #3 (date of hire 6/3/24) that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment.”

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: The record for Staff #3 (date of hire 6/3/24) did not contain documentation of a completed sworn disclosure statement prior to the date of hire.”

22.1-289.011-F

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure they post the findings of the most recent licensing inspection of the facility. Evidence: The complaint inspection on 2/12/24, the most recent licensing inspection of the facility, was not posted.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that electrical outlets have protective covers. Evidence: In the Pre-K and School age classroom (ages 3-10 years old), there were 2 outlets that did not have protective covers.”

8VAC20-780-380-A-1

“Based on observation and interview with staff, the center did not ensure that Toddler, Preschool and School age programs operating more than 5 hours per day, include one hour of outdoor activity per day. Evidence: 1)Upon arrival to the center for the inspection, the playground equipment, resilient surfacing, and playground fencing had been removed and there was construction in process in that area. 2)Interviews with staff revealed there was no area available for children to play outdoors since the demolition took place on 5/30/24 and until the playground project was completed.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1)During inspection in the unlocked kitchen directly off the Pre-K and School age classroom (ages 3-18) where children have access, 4 containers of disinfectant containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Caution? were stored on the countertop. 2)Behind the front desk in the lobby, 5 containers of paint containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Warning? on the label was stored on the floor. 3)In the Toddler classroom (ages 15 months - 22 months old) 1 bottle of lotion containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Warning? on the label was stored on a countertop. 4)In the Early Preschool classroom where the Pre-K and School age classroom (ages 3-10) share a bathroom, 1 container of disinfectant and 1 container of detergent containing a label that stated ?Keep out of Reach of Children? and the word ?Caution? were stored in an unlocked cabinet.”

8VAC20-780-400-A

“Based on video observation and staff interview, the center failed to ensure that staff interact with children to provide needed help, comfort and support. On 2/1/24 at approximately 11:50am, Staff #1 was holding Child #1 to assist them in falling asleep. Child #1 was crying and Staff #1 was shown in video footage pressing the infant’s face into their chest and forcing the infant’s pacifier into their mouth. Staff stated that the infant did not want the pacifier, but they kept forcing the infant to take it.”

63.2-1509-A

“Based on staff interview and documentation, the center failed to report a suspected incident of child abuse or neglect to Child Protective Services immediately as required. Evidence: 1)On 2/1/24 at approximately 11:50am, the parent of Child #1 (7 months old) notified the Center that they had witnessed their child being roughly handled by a staff member. The parent had recorded a video from their phone of their child being struck repeatedly by Staff #1 and showed it to Center management at 12:30pm when they picked up their child. Based on documentation and interview with staff, the center reported the incident to Child Protective Services on 2/2/24 at approximately 9:13am. 2)In video footage from 2/1/24 at approximately 11:47am, Staff #2 is shown facing Staff #1 at a distance of approximately 1 foot away and again at 5 feet away while having conversation with Staff #1 and while Staff #1 repeatedly strikes and roughly handles Child #1. Staff #2 did not report the incident.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on interview and video footage, the center failed to ensure the care, protection and guidance of all children in care. Evidence: 1)On 2/1/24 at approximately 11:47am, Staff #2 was seen in video footage lifting Child #2 (16 months old) by 1 arm to move them to another area. 2)On 2/1/24 at approximately 11:47am, Staff #2 was seen in video footage lifting Child #3 (6 months old) by picking them up under their neck and turning them to a new position. As the child is lifted, their neck and back are placed into a hyperextended position.”

8VAC20-780-410-1

“Based on staff interviews and video footage, the center failed to ensure that the forbidden action of striking and roughly handling or shaking of a child did not occur. Evidence: 1)On 2/1/24 at approximately 11:50am video footage shows Staff #1 striking Child #1 (7 months old) on the face, back, and collarbone area repeatedly for approximately 2 minutes while Staff #1 is trying to get the infant to fall asleep. Photos of the child taken after the incident show that the child had red marks on their face and back. 2)Next, Staff #1 is shown holding Child #1 (7 months old) and is seen in video footage roughly bouncing the child’s body up and down while holding the infant in a cradled position. The back of the infant’s head is seen bouncing up and down off Staff #1?s arm and the front of the infant’s head can bee seen repeated bouncing off Staff #1?s chest area. 3)When Child #1 does not stop crying, Staff #1 can be seen in video footage switching the infant’s position by abruptly grabbing both of the infant’s upper arms in their hands and flinging the infant to their right side into a cradled position.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the provider did not obtain a central registry background check report every five years from the date of the last check. Evidence: The record for Staff #1 did not contain documentation that a central registry background check report had been completed every five years from the date of the last check. The last central registry check on file was completed 9/12/18.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a central registry check from all states in which staff members have resided within the last five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #3 (date of hire 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of a completed central registry record check from all states where they resided within the last five years prior to employment.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the Twos classroom, there were 8 children present, but the written record reflected there were 9 children present.”

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on documentation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that they receive annual approval from the health department or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for water supply, sewage disposal system and food service if applicable. Evidence: The center did not have an inspection completed from the health department within the last year. The last inspection on file was dated 8/4/22.”

8VAC20-780-530-A-1

“Based on documentation review, the center did not have at least one staff member in each classroom or area where children are present that had obtained first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification with an in-person competency demonstration. Evidence: Staff #2 and Staff #5 did not have a valid CPR certification because the training program did not contain an in-person demonstration.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was no documentation for evacuation drills for September 2023 and October 2023.”

8VAC20-780-560-F

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure they have a menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one-week period. Evidence: There was no menu posted for the current one-week period at the center. The menus posted at the center were dated for the weeks of April 10, October 10 and October 16.”

8VAC20-780-560-J Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that tables were sanitized before and after each meal or snack. Evidence: In the Toddler room, staff stated that the tables where children eat are only washed with soap and water and are not sanitized before and after feeding the children as required.”

8VAC20-780-500-A Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Evidence: In the Toddler classroom, 2 out of the 5 children present did not wash their hands with soap and running water or disposable wipes after lunch as required.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the provider did not obtain a central registry background check report every five years from the date of the last check. Evidence: The record for Staff #1 did not contain documentation that a central registry background check report had been completed every five years from the date of the last check. The last central registry check on file was completed 9/12/18.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a central registry check from all states in which staff members have resided within the last five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #3 (date of hire 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of a completed central registry record check from all states where they resided within the last five years prior to employment.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the Twos classroom, there were 8 children present, but the written record reflected there were 9 children present.”

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on documentation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that they receive annual approval from the health department or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for water supply, sewage disposal system and food service if applicable. Evidence: The center did not have an inspection completed from the health department within the last year. The last inspection on file was dated 8/4/22.”

8VAC20-780-530-A-1

“Based on documentation review, the center did not have at least one staff member in each classroom or area where children are present that had obtained first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification with an in-person competency demonstration. Evidence: Staff #2 and Staff #5 did not have a valid CPR certification because the training program did not contain an in-person demonstration.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was no documentation for evacuation drills for September 2023 and October 2023.”

8VAC20-780-560-F

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure they have a menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one-week period. Evidence: There was no menu posted for the current one-week period at the center. The menus posted at the center were dated for the weeks of April 10, October 10 and October 16.”

8VAC20-780-560-J Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that tables were sanitized before and after each meal or snack. Evidence: In the Toddler room, staff stated that the tables where children eat are only washed with soap and water and are not sanitized before and after feeding the children as required.”

8VAC20-780-500-A Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Evidence: In the Toddler classroom, 2 out of the 5 children present did not wash their hands with soap and running water or disposable wipes after lunch as required.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the provider did not obtain a central registry background check report every five years from the date of the last check. Evidence: The record for Staff #1 did not contain documentation that a central registry background check report had been completed every five years from the date of the last check. The last central registry check on file was completed 9/12/18.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a central registry check from all states in which staff members have resided within the last five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #3 (date of hire 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of a completed central registry record check from all states where they resided within the last five years prior to employment.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the Twos classroom, there were 8 children present, but the written record reflected there were 9 children present.”

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on documentation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that they receive annual approval from the health department or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for water supply, sewage disposal system and food service if applicable. Evidence: The center did not have an inspection completed from the health department within the last year. The last inspection on file was dated 8/4/22.”

8VAC20-780-530-A-1

“Based on documentation review, the center did not have at least one staff member in each classroom or area where children are present that had obtained first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification with an in-person competency demonstration. Evidence: Staff #2 and Staff #5 did not have a valid CPR certification because the training program did not contain an in-person demonstration.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was no documentation for evacuation drills for September 2023 and October 2023.”

8VAC20-780-560-F

“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure they have a menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one-week period. Evidence: There was no menu posted for the current one-week period at the center. The menus posted at the center were dated for the weeks of April 10, October 10 and October 16.”

8VAC20-780-560-J Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that tables were sanitized before and after each meal or snack. Evidence: In the Toddler room, staff stated that the tables where children eat are only washed with soap and water and are not sanitized before and after feeding the children as required.”

8VAC20-780-500-A Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that children wash their hands with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Evidence: In the Toddler classroom, 2 out of the 5 children present did not wash their hands with soap and running water or disposable wipes after lunch as required.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the licensee did not to ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: 1)The PreK and SA playground has a swingset that is 68 inches in height with a 2 inch mat under each swing. Both mats have holes in them so they are not considered resilient in those areas and the wood chips under the mat measure 3 inches in depth instead of the required 6 inches. 2)The PreK and SA playground has a slide that is 40 inches in height with wood chips at 4 inches in depth instead of the required 6 inches. 3)The Toddler and Twos playground has a swing set that is 80 inches in height. At 126 inches from the front of the swing beam, the resilient surfacing stops and there is a 5 inch wide wooden support beam for the playground surround. Resilient surfacing is required to extend to twice the height of the swingset on the front and back so 6 inches of resilient surfacing would need to extend to 160 inches from the swing beam. 4) The Toddler and Twos playground has a play equipment platform that is 15 inches in height with wood chips at 1 inch in depth instead of the required 6 inches.”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that sunscreen was kept inaccessible to children under 5 years of age. Evidence: In the Twos classroom there were 14 sunscreens stored in an unlocked cabinet under the child sink where children have access.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that diaper cream was kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: In the Twos classroom there were 9 diaper ointments stored in an unlocked cabinet under the child sink where children have access.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the PreK classroom, there were 9 children present, but the written record reflected there were 10 children present.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the licensee did not to ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: 1)The PreK and SA playground has a swingset that is 68 inches in height with a 2 inch mat under each swing. Both mats have holes in them so they are not considered resilient in those areas and the wood chips under the mat measure 3 inches in depth instead of the required 6 inches. 2)The PreK and SA playground has a slide that is 40 inches in height with wood chips at 4 inches in depth instead of the required 6 inches. 3)The Toddler and Twos playground has a swing set that is 80 inches in height. At 126 inches from the front of the swing beam, the resilient surfacing stops and there is a 5 inch wide wooden support beam for the playground surround. Resilient surfacing is required to extend to twice the height of the swingset on the front and back so 6 inches of resilient surfacing would need to extend to 160 inches from the swing beam. 4) The Toddler and Twos playground has a play equipment platform that is 15 inches in height with wood chips at 1 inch in depth instead of the required 6 inches.”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that sunscreen was kept inaccessible to children under 5 years of age. Evidence: In the Twos classroom there were 14 sunscreens stored in an unlocked cabinet under the child sink where children have access.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that diaper cream was kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: In the Twos classroom there were 9 diaper ointments stored in an unlocked cabinet under the child sink where children have access.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“Based on review of the written attendance record and interview with staff, the center did not ensure they maintained a written record of daily attendance for each group of children documenting the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: During inspection in the PreK classroom, there were 9 children present, but the written record reflected there were 10 children present.”

8VAC20-780-340-F

“Based on staff interviews and review of video footage, the center did not ensure that children under 10 years of age always be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1)On 12/16/22 at approximately 10:00am, Child #1 (DOB 11/18/20) was left alone in the classroom while the rest of their class went out to the playground. 2)The video footage of the Two-year-old classroom showed that Child #1 was alone for 27 minutes while the Two-year-old group was outside on the playground. 3)Staff #1 and Staff #2 stated that they did not realize they had left the child inside until it was time to return to the classroom with the rest of the group.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on staff interviews and review of video footage, the center did not ensure the care, protection, and guidance of all children in care. Evidence: 1)On 12/16/22 at approximately 10:00am, Child #1 (DOB 11/18/20) was left alone in the classroom while the rest of the class went out to the playground. 2)The video footage showed that the child began crying approximately 3 minutes after the group left the classroom and cried at the door while wearing a heavy coat with a hood for the remaining 24 minutes the group was outside on the playground. 3)The staff stated the child was visibly upset, had a red face and looked afraid when they returned to the classroom.”

63.2-1509-A

“Based on staff interview and documentation, the center failed to report a suspected incident of child abuse or neglect to Child Protective Services within 24 hours as required. Evidence: On 12/16/2022 at approximately 10:00am, Child #1 (DOB 11/18/20) was left in a classroom unattended for approximately 27 minutes. Based on documentation, the center reported the incident to Child Protective Services on 12/21/22 at approximately 5:00pm.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review of 4 staff records, the center did not obtain documentation of a completed sworn disclosure statement for each staff prior to date of hire. Evidence: The record for Staff #2 (date of hire 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of a completed sworn disclosure statement prior to the date of hire. The sworn disclosure on file was dated 9/16/22.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a criminal history record check from all states in which staff members have resided within the last five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #5 (date of hire 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of a completed criminal history record check or central registry check from all states where they resided within the last five years prior to employment.”

22.1-289.035-B-4

“Based on review of 5 staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a criminal history record check from all states in which staff members have resided within the last five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #5 (date of hire 8/1/22) did not contain documentation of a completed criminal history record check or central registry check from all states where they resided within the last five years prior to employment.”

8VAC20-780-140-A Complaint related: No

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that each child has documentation of a physical examination prior to the first day of care, or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Reviewed 2 children's records and found that Child 2 did not have documentation of a physical examination. Child 2 has been in care for over 12 months.”

8VAC20-780-350-Q Complaint related: No

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that documentation of the parent's written authorization to move a child to a different age group, was maintained in the record. Evidence: Reviewed 2 children's record and found that Child 1 did not have documentation of written parental permission to move the child to a different age group.”

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

“Based on staff interviews and review of children's records, the facility was not ensuring the care, protection and guidance of children in care. Evidence: Reviewed 2 children's records and classroom bite logs and found that Child 1 had bitten 14 children, was bitten 10 times. During the month of May they had 21 attempted bites and 3 contact bites. The facility has policies in place to disenroll children that bite excessively with no improvement, but they did not follow their own policy, and allowed the child to remain in the Toddler classroom, before moving the child to the Twos classroom where they continued to bite other chidlren. Documentation of the child's biting habits started in June of 2021, the month after the child was enrolled into the facility.”

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

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that there was a program lead qualified staff member assigned to the Toddler Room. Evidence: Reviewed 2 staff records and found that neither staff member was program lead qualified, and that the facility recognizes both staff members as assistants. Neither of the two staff members assigned to the Toddler classroom were program lead qualified.”

8VAC20-780-440-E Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that there shall be at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots, beds and rest mats. Evidence: observed in Twos classroom, four occupied cots that were less than 12 inches apart.”

8VAC20-780-520-C Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that over-the-counter skin products were labeled with the child's name. Evidence: observed in the Two's classroom a diaper ointment bottle that was not labeled with a child's name. Interviewed staff and found that it belonged to a specific child in care, and had not been labeled.”

8VAC20-780-130-A Complaint related: No

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that ensure that they obtained documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Reviewed 2 children's record and found that Child 2 did not have documentation of an immunization record. The child has been in care for over 12 months.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that employees must not be employed until they have completed the sworn statement or affirmation. Evidence: Reviewed 4 staff records and found that 2 (Staff A and B) did not have documentation of a sworn statement or affirmation.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center were maintained in a clean, safe and operable manner. Evidence: 1) Observed in the Toddler Room a mirror along the wall that was loose, causing a pinching hazard. 2) Observed on the Toddler Playground, playground anchors that were exposed and not covered. 3) Observed in the Pre-K classroom an unlocked lower cabinet with dish soap accessible to children. 4) School-Age classroom utility closet was unlocked with paint, ice melt and cleaning agents. 5) Crack on the playground bench causing a pinching hazard.”

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that employees must not be employed until they have completed the sworn statement or affirmation. Evidence: Reviewed 4 staff records and found that 2 (Staff A and B) did not have documentation of a sworn statement or affirmation.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center were maintained in a clean, safe and operable manner. Evidence: 1) Observed in the Toddler Room a mirror along the wall that was loose, causing a pinching hazard. 2) Observed on the Toddler Playground, playground anchors that were exposed and not covered. 3) Observed in the Pre-K classroom an unlocked lower cabinet with dish soap accessible to children. 4) School-Age classroom utility closet was unlocked with paint, ice melt and cleaning agents. 5) Crack on the playground bench causing a pinching hazard.”