The Learning Connection Child Development Center

8VAC20-780-350-B-1

“The required ratio for children ages 0 to 16 months is one staff per four children. Staff #1 was observed, via camera footage, supervising six children on the playground from approximately 9:31am-9:38am while the other staff member went inside for a bathroom break.”

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on record review, two of four children's records did not have documentation of child's updates and confirmation of up-to-date information. Evidence: 1. Child #1's record did not contain an annual update confirming the child's information. The last update was received on 1/4/2021. 2. Child # 3's record did not contain annual update confirming the child's information. The last update was received on 11/14/2022.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation and staff interviews, the licensee did not ensure the center shall 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: 1. In the Toddler A classroom, the allergy and dietary restrictions list was posted on the outside of a cabinet in the classroom and was not kept confidential.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Description: 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: 4. In the Preschool A classroom on the yellow wall, there was a piece of plexiglass that was cracked and split, creating a sharp edge that could cut children's skin.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on interview and review of staff records, the center failed to ensure that all staff had a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment, no more than 30 days prior to hire, and before coming in contact with children. Evidence: 1. Staff 3?s record contained a tuberculosis (TB) test that was not completed no more than 30 days prior to hire and before coming into contact with children. The tuberculosis (TB) test was dated 1/6/2023. Staff 3?s employment date was 3/23/2023.”