Montessori Children's Center- Herndon

8VAC20-780-550-D

“The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. There was no emergency evacuation drill (fire drill) completed in May of 2026.”

22.1-289.011-F

“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises: the most recent violation notice. The violation notice posted was dated 3/20/25, but the most recent violation notice was dated 2/12/2026.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Subsequent background checks must be completed within 5 years from the initial check, and any other subsequent checks. Staff 1 did not have a subsequent central registry background check completed within 5 years. The last documented check was completed on 4/23/21.”

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. The facility did not have documentation of a lockdown drill within the past 12 months.”

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to, or within 30 days of the first day of attendance. Child 4 did not have documentation of a physical examination.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Each center shall maintain and keep a separate record for each child which shall contain the following information: Child 2 did not have documentation of verification proof of identity.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Room 2 had an unlocked cabinet under the sink with bleach water, Clorox wipes, and disinfectant wipes.”

8VAC20-780-130-A

“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations before the child can attend the center. Child 4 did not have documentation of immunizations.”

22.1-289.035-A

“Sworn statement or affirmation must be obtained prior to employment. Staff 1 did not have documentation of a repeat sworn statement, within the past 5 years. The last documented check was dated 2/9/21.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. 1, The hallway leading to classroom5 has a large window with broken window blinds, accessible to children. 2. Peeling paint, flaking and on the ground near the fence on the playground. 3. Large crack with sharp edges and a possible rust stain, in the siding, accessible to children on the playground. 4. Peeling paint on the doors leading into the building, from the playground, accessible to children. 5. Broken, red steering wheel on blue "car" structure. 6. Broken red bench, leaning to one side, creating a possible pinching hazard to children. 7. Hole in yellow play structure with sharp edges on the playground. 8. Weed matting exposed at the bottom of the preschool slide, causing a tripping hazard. 9. Nails exposed and sticking out of the "gazebo" like structure on the playground, causing an impalement or snagging hazard. 10. Nails exposed and stick out of the fence, causing an impalement or snagging hazard. 11. Large hole in the screen near the toddler playground, large enough for children to reach their hands/arms through. 12. Broken hinge , with sharp edges, on the toddler playground on the turquois, blue, yellow, and white, play structure.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Resilient surfacing shall be under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. On the preschool playground, there were 3 small riding structures with ground supports,with sharp corners, exposed, creating a hazard to children using the equipment.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Room 1 had an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children, with cleaning and disinfectant sprays.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. 1, The hallway leading to classroom5 has a large window with broken window blinds, accessible to children. 2. Peeling paint, flaking and on the ground near the fence on the playground. 3. Large crack with sharp edges and a possible rust stain, in the siding, accessible to children on the playground. 4. Peeling paint on the doors leading into the building, from the playground, accessible to children. 5. Broken, red steering wheel on blue "car" structure. 6. Broken red bench, leaning to one side, creating a possible pinching hazard to children. 7. Hole in yellow play structure with sharp edges on the playground. 8. Weed matting exposed at the bottom of the preschool slide, causing a tripping hazard. 9. Nails exposed and sticking out of the "gazebo" like structure on the playground, causing an impalement or snagging hazard. 10. Nails exposed and stick out of the fence, causing an impalement or snagging hazard. 11. Large hole in the screen near the toddler playground, large enough for children to reach their hands/arms through. 12. Broken hinge , with sharp edges, on the toddler playground on the turquois, blue, yellow, and white, play structure.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Resilient surfacing shall be under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. On the preschool playground, there were 3 small riding structures with ground supports,with sharp corners, exposed, creating a hazard to children using the equipment.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Room 1 had an unlocked cabinet, accessible to children, with cleaning and disinfectant sprays.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“The center's procedures for administering medication shall: Include duration of the parent's authorization for medication, provided that it shall expire or be renewed after 10 work days. Long-term prescription drug use and over-the- counter medication may be allowed with written authorization from the child's physician and parent. Child 7 did not have documentation of parents' written authorization for long term prescription medication use.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Disposable diapers shall be disposed in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Room 3 had a trash can used for diaper disposal, that had a broken foot-operated system, and had to be opened and closed by hand.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: the parents annual review of the child's emergency contact information. Child 1, 2, and 6 did not have documentation of the parent's annual review of the emergency contact information. Child 1's last review was 1/31/2024, Child 2's last review was 11/29/22, and Child 6's last review was 6/6/2023.”

8VAC20-780-550-G

“The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. The facility did not practice a monthly evacuation drill in January or February of 2025.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“The center's procedures for administering medication shall: Include duration of the parent's authorization for medication, provided that it shall expire or be renewed after 10 work days. Long-term prescription drug use and over-the- counter medication may be allowed with written authorization from the child's physician and parent. Child 7 did not have documentation of parents' written authorization for long term prescription medication use.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Disposable diapers shall be disposed in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Room 3 had a trash can used for diaper disposal, that had a broken foot-operated system, and had to be opened and closed by hand.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: the parents annual review of the child's emergency contact information. Child 1, 2, and 6 did not have documentation of the parent's annual review of the emergency contact information. Child 1's last review was 1/31/2024, Child 2's last review was 11/29/22, and Child 6's last review was 6/6/2023.”

8VAC20-780-550-G

“The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. The facility did not practice a monthly evacuation drill in January or February of 2025.”

8VAC20-780-510-L

“Medication shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. The first aid kit was unlocked and contained the following medication: aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen.”

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. The facility did not conduct a lockdown drill within the last 12 months.”

8VAC20-780-130-E

“The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child 1, 2 and 3 were all under 2 years of age at the time of the inspection, and did not have documentation of immunizations updated every 6 months. Child 1's last immunization was dated 1/26/24, Child 2's last immunization was dated 1/24/24, and Child 3's last immunization was dated 9/8/23.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. The facility did not conduct a monthly practice evacuation drill in July 2024.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. In room 5 there was a hole in the wall behind the door.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. In room 2, there were 3 uncovered outlets on a power strip accessible to children.”

8VAC20-780-510-L

“Medication shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. The first aid kit was unlocked and contained the following medication: aspirin, ibuprofen, and acetaminophen.”

8VAC20-780-550-F

“Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. The facility did not conduct a lockdown drill within the last 12 months.”

8VAC20-780-130-E

“The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child 1, 2 and 3 were all under 2 years of age at the time of the inspection, and did not have documentation of immunizations updated every 6 months. Child 1's last immunization was dated 1/26/24, Child 2's last immunization was dated 1/24/24, and Child 3's last immunization was dated 9/8/23.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. The facility did not conduct a monthly practice evacuation drill in July 2024.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. In room 5 there was a hole in the wall behind the door.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. In room 2, there were 3 uncovered outlets on a power strip accessible to children.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“Based on observation, bottles from home were not clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: 2 children's bottles did not have name and date as required.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, Cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A spray bottle with cleaning agent was sitting on top of paper towel holder next to the children's sink.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“Based on observation, bottles from home were not clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: 2 children's bottles did not have name and date as required.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, Cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A spray bottle with cleaning agent was sitting on top of paper towel holder next to the children's sink.”