The Goddard School

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on a review of the escape drill log and interview, it was determined that the center did not implement monthly practice evacuation drills. Evidence: There was no escape drill for July 2023.”

8VAC20-780-550-P

“Based on a review of the injury form, it was determined that the form did not contain and area titled, "ways to prevent recurrence" which is a requirement for each form.”

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

“Based on observation, it was determined that not all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: There was a bottle of disinfectant solution sitting on an open shelf in the "Get Set" bathroom.”

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

“(Repeat violation) Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that all diapering procedures, including using a nonabsorbent surface (changing table) for children under three and disposing of diapers in a leakproof receptacle that is foot-operated, are followed as required. Evidence: 1) There is no changing table in the "Get Set" classroom which includes children 24-30 months of age who wear diapers/pull ups. 2) The LI observed staff change a two year old child’s dirty diaper/pull up while the child was standing up in the bathroom. 3) The LI observed "Get Set" staff dispose of the dirty diaper/pull up using their hand to lift the trash can lid 4) Staff in the infant room stated and demonstrated that they use their hand to lift the trash can lid when disposing of diapers/wipes. 5) Diapers were observed in a swing top trashcan in the "first steps" classroom. Staff stated that they used this trashcan rather than the foot-operated trash can in the room. 6) In the preschool classroom, staff stated that one child wears a diaper, a couple children wear pullups all day, and others wear a pullup at naptime. There is no foot-operated trash can in the bathroom to dispose of these pullups. 7) Staff in the preschool classroom stated that pullups go into the trash can in the bathroom that does not have a lid and is not foot operated.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“Based on review of documentation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to maintain a written record of attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: The attendance in the "Get Set" classroom listed 12 children however 13 children were observed in care.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on review of documentation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to maintain in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: There was no allergy list present with the toddler class playing in the gym. Staff stated that the list was on the clipboard left in their classroom.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation and staff interview, the facility failed to ensure that all diapering procedures, including using a nonabsorbent surface (changing table) for children under three and disposing of diapers in a leakproof receptacle that is foot-operated, are followed as required. Evidence: 1) there is no changing table in the "Get Set" classroom which includes children 24-30 months of age. Staff stated that they change children in the bathroom and diapers were observed in trashcans in the bathroom. 2) A foot operated trash can lid in the infant class has a locking mechanism that requires unlocking it by hand before the foot pedal will open the lid. 3) A dirty diaper and wipes were observed in a trash can that was not foot-operated in the "First Steps" classroom. 4) Staff in the preschool classroom stated that pullups go into a trash can in the bathroom that is not foot operated.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that children wash their hands with soap and water or disposable wipes before and after eating. Evidence: In the infant classroom one infant was observed drinking a bottle and their hands were not washed beforehand and a second infant did not have their hands washed after drinking a bottle (of milk).”

8VAC20-780-240-I

“Based on review of four staff records, the facility did not have documentation that staff received orientation training as required. Evidence: the record for staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain documentation of orientation training that included the training delivery method or entity or individual providing the training for all training topics as required.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on review of four staff records, not all staff had documentation of a TB test screening completed within the last 30 calendar days before employment. Evidence: the record for staff #1 (date of hire: 3/13/23) had a TB test/screening dated: 1/11/2023. The record for staff #3 (date of hire: 5/31/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 4/13/2023 that was not signed by a physician, physician’s designee or an official of the local health department.”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of four staff records, the facility did not have an original central registry report within 30 days of employment for all staff. Evidence: the record for staff #4 (date of hire: 5/19/2023) did not contain documentation of a central registry search report.”

22.1-289.035-B-2 Complaint related: No

“Based on review of three staff records, the facility did not have documentation that an Office of Background Investigations (OBI) fingerprinting-based criminal history record check was completed prior to employment. Evidence: the record for staff #3 (date of hire: 1/23/23) had a fingerprint-based criminal history check dated: 1/25/23.”

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

“Based on review of three staff records, the facility did not have an original central registry report within 30 days of employment for all staff. Evidence: the record for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain documentation of a central registry search report.”

8VAC20-780-70 Complaint related: No

“Based on review of three staff records, and an interview, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: The records for staff #1, staff #2, and staff #3 did not contain complete documentation of two reference checks as required. Verbal references taken over the phone did not have dates or signatures of the person making the call.”

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

“Based on review of three staff records, the facility did not have documentation that staff received orientation training as required. Evidence: the record for staff #1, staff #2, and staff #3 did not contain documentation of orientation training that included the name of the staff, training topics, training delivery method, entity or individual providing the training or the date of the training.”

8VAC20-780-350-B-2 Complaint related: Yes

“Based on observation, staff interview and a review of documentation, the facility failed to maintain the ratio of one staff for every five children, ages 16 months to 24 months. Evidence: On January 23, 2023 child #1, child #2 and child #3, all under the age of two, were transitioned to the "Penguin" (toddler) classroom. On March 19, 2023, child #4 and child #5, both under the age of two, transitioned into the Penguin classroom. On approximately 28 different days, between January 23, 2023 and April 6, 2023, there have been approximately 11-17 children present in the Penguin classroom with two staff supervising. The youngest child in attendance on those days was 23 months of age.”

8VAC20-780-560-F Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, staff interview, and a review of the menu, it was determined that the facility did not follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the USDA when serving snacks. Evidence: Children were observed eating green pea snack crisps for snack, served with water to drink. USDA requires that food from two different food groups be served for snacks. The April menu reflected that many of the afternoon snacks listed have just one food component.”

8VAC20-770-60-B Complaint related: No

“Based on review of three staff records, the facility did not have a Sworn Statement for all staff completed prior to their first day of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #1 (date of hire: 8/8/22) had a sworn statement dated: 10/17/22.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on review of documentation, and an interview with the director, the facility failed to maintain in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: The list posted in the classrooms, dated: 11/11/22, did not include child # 6, with food allergies and sensitivities. Staff stated that the list did not accompany children to the gym or playground.”

8VAC20-780-560-M

“Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that no child is allowed to drink while walking around. Evidence: The Licensing inspector observed several children in the toddler class walking around drinking from their water bottles.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on review of five staff records, and an interview with the center director, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: The records for staff #1, #2, #3 and #4 did not contain complete documentation of two reference checks as required. Verbal references taken over the phone did not have dates or signatures of the person making the call.”

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that children wash their hands with soap and water or disposable wipes before and after eating. Evidence: An infant was fed a bottle without having their hands washed beforehand and a toddler did not wash their hands after drinking a bottle (of milk) in the toddler class.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to ensure that diapers are disposed of 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. Evidence: The foot pedal operated trash can lid in the toddler class is broken, and has been inoperable since approximately 5/22. Diapers were observed inside the can.”

8VAC20-780-40-L

“Based on staff interview, the facility failed to inform all staff who work with children of children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. Evidence: when asked, not all staff could state which children in the group had allergies, sensitivities and/or dietary restrictions.”

8VAC20-780-550-E

“Based on review of documentation, shelter-in-place drills were not practiced a minimum of twice per year as required. Evidence: the last documented shelter-in-place drill was conducted: 5/4/2021”

8VAC20-780-340-A

“Based on observation, it was determined that staff did not ensure care and protection of all children. Evidence: a two year old child was observed lying on a cot drinking their bottle. This poses a potential choking hazard, and may increase the risk of ear infections.”

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to have annual approval from the health department as required. Evidence: the last documented health inspection was dated: 11/24/2020.”

8VAC20-780-80-A

“Based on review of documentation and an interview with staff, the facility failed to maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: the last documented daily attendance records were from the week dated 4/4/22 - 4/8/22.”

8VAC20-780-570-A

“Based on observation, and an interview with staff, it was determined that not all children under 12 months who are not held while being fed used a high chair, infant carrier seat or feeding table. Evidence: two infants (age 11 months and 5 months) were observed lying on the floor drinking their bottle.”

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to have annual approval from the health department as required. Evidence: the last documented health inspection was dated 11/24/2020.”