The Child Care & Learning Center

22.1-289.035-A

“The center is required to have board members undergo a background checks every five years. The most recent sworn affirmation for board member #1, board member # 2, and board member #3 were more than one year overdue. The most recent sworn statement for board member #4 was one month overdue. The most recent fingerprint background check for board member #1, board member # 2, and board member #3 were more than one year overdue. The fingerprint background check for board member #4 was one month overdue. The most recent central registry background check for board member #3 was one year over due.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all tables used for children's activities or meals shall not be used for changing diapers. Evidence: In the toddler classroom, there was a plate of waffles, Sprite bottle, and bowl of yogurt in the changing area.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that all tables used for children's activities or meals shall not be used for changing diapers. Evidence: In the toddler classroom, there was a plate of waffles, Sprite bottle, and bowl of yogurt in the changing area.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, the center staff did not ensure that all prepared infant formula was dated and labeled. Evidence: In the infant room, there were two bottles of formula and a mason jar of breast milk that was not dated.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, the center staff did not ensure that all prepared infant formula was dated and labeled. Evidence: In the infant room, there were two bottles of formula and a mason jar of breast milk that was not dated.”

8VAC20-790-570-2

“Based on review of documentation and interview with staff, it was determined that the vendor failed to report an injury to a child while under supervision of the center that required outside medical treatment within two business days. Evidence: On 11/2/2022, Child #1 sustained an injury to their teeth, lip and mouth and required an emergency room visit and medical treatment and the vendor did not report the occurrence within two business days.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“Based on review of medication, the center failed to ensure that their medication policy was followed. Evidence: Child #10, had children’s motrin on site, signed authorization only from parent on 10/22/2022 for 10 days. There was no long term authorization for the medication.”

8VAC20-780-450-A

“Based on observation, it was determined that the center failed to ensure that nap mats were equipped with a bottom linen as required. Evidence: In the toddler room, seven children were observed resting on nap mats and had no sheet or bottom linen. In the two year old room, twelve children were observed resting on nap mats and had no sheet or bottom linen.”

8VAC20-780-430-E

“Based on observation, climbing equipment on the playground used by preschoolers was more than six feet high. Evidence: On the Pavilion play area, there is a climbing obstacle course installed on two trees that was more than six feet high.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that resilient surfacing for playground equipment did not meet requirements of at least six inches in depth under and around in use/fall zones. Evidence: 1. There was visible dirt under the swings. In the use/fall zones in front of the swings there was visible dirt. There was not at least six inches of pea gravel in use/fall zones for the swingsets. 2. There is no resilient surfacing for the obstacle course that was installed between two trees.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the Pavilion playground area there is a compost area that has three steel T-post fence posts that are sticking out of the compost pile that create an impalement hazard. 2. On the Pavilion playground, there are five steel T-post fence posts leaning against a tree with sharp protrusions at the bottom of the post. One of the posts was visibly rusted. The t-posts create a variety of hazards for falling/head/body, cutting/skin snagging, and impalement. 3. On the Pavilion playground, a slackline obstacle course type climber is installed between trees by way of ratchet strap/tie down straps. There is no verification of the safety of installation for use of preschool or school age children. 4. In the garden area, there were four steel rebar posts used to secure plastic planters on three concrete edges and one rebar was completely exposed. The rebar creates impalement and snag/cutting hazards.”

8VAC20-780-450-D

“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center failed to ensure that pillows were assigned for individual use and covered with pillow cases. Evidence: In the pavilion classroom of preschool children, there were approximately three pillows in use during nap that were not assigned for individual use or covered with a pillow case.”

8VAC20-790-570-2

“Based on review of documentation and interview with staff, it was determined that the vendor failed to report an injury to a child while under supervision of the center that required outside medical treatment within two business days. Evidence: On 11/2/2022, Child #1 sustained an injury to their teeth, lip and mouth and required an emergency room visit and medical treatment and the vendor did not report the occurrence within two business days.”

8VAC20-780-510-E

“Based on review of medication, the center failed to ensure that their medication policy was followed. Evidence: Child #10, had children’s motrin on site, signed authorization only from parent on 10/22/2022 for 10 days. There was no long term authorization for the medication.”

8VAC20-780-450-A

“Based on observation, it was determined that the center failed to ensure that nap mats were equipped with a bottom linen as required. Evidence: In the toddler room, seven children were observed resting on nap mats and had no sheet or bottom linen. In the two year old room, twelve children were observed resting on nap mats and had no sheet or bottom linen.”

8VAC20-780-430-E

“Based on observation, climbing equipment on the playground used by preschoolers was more than six feet high. Evidence: On the Pavilion play area, there is a climbing obstacle course installed on two trees that was more than six feet high.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that resilient surfacing for playground equipment did not meet requirements of at least six inches in depth under and around in use/fall zones. Evidence: 1. There was visible dirt under the swings. In the use/fall zones in front of the swings there was visible dirt. There was not at least six inches of pea gravel in use/fall zones for the swingsets. 2. There is no resilient surfacing for the obstacle course that was installed between two trees.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the Pavilion playground area there is a compost area that has three steel T-post fence posts that are sticking out of the compost pile that create an impalement hazard. 2. On the Pavilion playground, there are five steel T-post fence posts leaning against a tree with sharp protrusions at the bottom of the post. One of the posts was visibly rusted. The t-posts create a variety of hazards for falling/head/body, cutting/skin snagging, and impalement. 3. On the Pavilion playground, a slackline obstacle course type climber is installed between trees by way of ratchet strap/tie down straps. There is no verification of the safety of installation for use of preschool or school age children. 4. In the garden area, there were four steel rebar posts used to secure plastic planters on three concrete edges and one rebar was completely exposed. The rebar creates impalement and snag/cutting hazards.”

8VAC20-780-450-D

“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center failed to ensure that pillows were assigned for individual use and covered with pillow cases. Evidence: In the pavilion classroom of preschool children, there were approximately three pillows in use during nap that were not assigned for individual use or covered with a pillow case.”

8VAC20-780-430-H

“Based on observation, the center allowed trampolines to be used. Evidence: In the Pavilion building classroom, there was a blue serenelife brand trampoline.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on observation, staff did not always ensure the care, protection and guidance of children. Evidence: On the Pavilion playground area, children were observed using heavy duty plastic trowels to dig. At least three children were observed running with the heavy duty plastic trowels, with the pointed edge facing up. Children were observed running all over the large open play area, in and around occupied play areas near other children with the trowels.”

8VAC20-780-280-D

“Based on observation, cleaning and sanitizing materials were located above food, food equipment, utensils or single-service articles and shall be stored in areas physically separate from food. Evidence: In the younger two’s room, there were disinfectant wipes stored above and beside food items.”

8VAC20-780-440-I

“Based on observation, not all cribs were placed where objects outside the crib were not within reach of infants or toddlers. Evidence: A sound machine electrical cord was plugged in and stretched across the top opening of a crib to the windowsill. The crib is assigned to an 11 month old.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation and interview with staff, not all diaper ointment requirements were followed. 1. There were two diaper ointments observed in the toddler classroom that were not labeled with the child’s name. 2. There were two additional products that were not labeled. Staff interview revealed that the ointments were classroom use. There was no documentation of written parent authorization for the products.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In both the two’s bathroom, there were three exposed screws at the toilet base that extended approximately 8 to 10 thread lengths and in the older two’s bathrooms there were two exposed screws at the toilet base that extended approximately 10 thread lengths that create a scratch and impalement hazard. 2. On the Pavilion playground area there is a compost area that has 8 steel T-post fence posts that are sticking out of the compost pile that create an impalement hazard. 3. In front of the door of the Pavilion classroom building there was a large blue waterslide folded up and left in the walkway that creates a tripping hazard. 4. On the pavilion playground, the basketball hoop was within one foot of a wooden footbridge that created a tripping and fall hazard. 5. On the pavilion playground, an obstacle course type climber was installed between trees. The obstacle course is nylon in material and has openings that create a strangulation hazard. Preschool aged children were observed sticking their heads inside the openings meant for hand grips.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on review of children’s records, the center did not obtain an allergy care plan for all children with a diagnosed food allergy. Evidence: Child #10 has a diagnosed food allergy to eggs and did not have an allergy care plan on file.”

8VAC20-780-430-E

“Based on observation, climbing equipment used by preschoolers was more than six feet high. Evidence: On the Pavilion play area, there is a climbing obstacle course installed on two trees that was more than six feet high. Preschoolers were observed on the equipment.”

8VAC20-780-430-H

“Based on observation, the center allowed trampolines to be used. Evidence: In the Pavilion building classroom, there was a blue serenelife brand trampoline.”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on observation, staff did not always ensure the care, protection and guidance of children. Evidence: On the Pavilion playground area, children were observed using heavy duty plastic trowels to dig. At least three children were observed running with the heavy duty plastic trowels, with the pointed edge facing up. Children were observed running all over the large open play area, in and around occupied play areas near other children with the trowels.”

8VAC20-780-280-D

“Based on observation, cleaning and sanitizing materials were located above food, food equipment, utensils or single-service articles and shall be stored in areas physically separate from food. Evidence: In the younger two’s room, there were disinfectant wipes stored above and beside food items.”

8VAC20-780-440-I

“Based on observation, not all cribs were placed where objects outside the crib were not within reach of infants or toddlers. Evidence: A sound machine electrical cord was plugged in and stretched across the top opening of a crib to the windowsill. The crib is assigned to an 11 month old.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation and interview with staff, not all diaper ointment requirements were followed. 1. There were two diaper ointments observed in the toddler classroom that were not labeled with the child’s name. 2. There were two additional products that were not labeled. Staff interview revealed that the ointments were classroom use. There was no documentation of written parent authorization for the products.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In both the two’s bathroom, there were three exposed screws at the toilet base that extended approximately 8 to 10 thread lengths and in the older two’s bathrooms there were two exposed screws at the toilet base that extended approximately 10 thread lengths that create a scratch and impalement hazard. 2. On the Pavilion playground area there is a compost area that has 8 steel T-post fence posts that are sticking out of the compost pile that create an impalement hazard. 3. In front of the door of the Pavilion classroom building there was a large blue waterslide folded up and left in the walkway that creates a tripping hazard. 4. On the pavilion playground, the basketball hoop was within one foot of a wooden footbridge that created a tripping and fall hazard. 5. On the pavilion playground, an obstacle course type climber was installed between trees. The obstacle course is nylon in material and has openings that create a strangulation hazard. Preschool aged children were observed sticking their heads inside the openings meant for hand grips.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on review of children’s records, the center did not obtain an allergy care plan for all children with a diagnosed food allergy. Evidence: Child #10 has a diagnosed food allergy to eggs and did not have an allergy care plan on file.”

8VAC20-780-430-E

“Based on observation, climbing equipment used by preschoolers was more than six feet high. Evidence: On the Pavilion play area, there is a climbing obstacle course installed on two trees that was more than six feet high. Preschoolers were observed on the equipment.”