VINCI School Merrifield

8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: No

“Based on interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that all children 10 years of age or younger shall always be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. On 5/02/2024, Child #1 (Age 2 years), was not within actual sight and sound supervision of staff for approximately 5-6 minutes. 2. Staff #1 observed Child #1 leave the Sr. Toddler classroom alone after the parent had dropped off the child and assumed the parent would bring the child back. 3. The parent of Child #1 was backing out of the center’s parking lot spot, when two adults waved him down and pointed to Child #1 standing alone at the edge of the curb to the parking lot. The parent walked the child back into the center and dropped Child #1 off into the classroom. When asked who was watching Child #1, Staff #1 stated ?I was watching the other children.?”

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

“Based on interviews, staff failed to always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of one child. Evidence: 1. On the morning of 5/02/2024 at approximately 8:22am, Child #1 (Age 2 years), left the Sr. Toddler classroom unsupervised and exited the building. An adult found the child in the parking lot alone. The adult stopped Child #1?s parent that was pulling away in their car to ask if the child was their child. The center staff were unaware the child had left the building unsupervised until the parent brought the child back into the Sr. Toddler classroom. 2. Staff #1 saw Child #1 leave the Sr, Toddler classroom after the parent had dropped off the child. The classroom door was open, and she heard the parent in the lobby. Staff #1 stated ?I thought the parent would bring him back. I didn?t look for him.? When Staff #2 came to the classroom to deliver breakfast approximately 5 minutes later, Staff #1 asked Staff #2 to look for Child #1. Staff #2 told Staff #1 she didn?t see anyone in the lobby. The parent then brought the child back to the classroom. 3.Child #1 was away from the classroom for approximately 5-6 minutes. The child was crying when returned.”

8VAC20-780-240-I

“Based on review of the orientation documentation, the center did not document all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #4's orientation documentation was missing the delivery method and the entity or individual providing training.”

8VAC20-780-50-A

“Based on observation, children's records were not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. In the Jr. Toddler Classroom, the emergency contact list for children was posted on the board near the teacher desk that included names, phone numbers and relationship to the child.”

8VAC20-780-550-E

“Based on review of drill records, the center did not practice shelter in place procedures a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: 1. The center documented one shelter in place drill on 4/27/2023, but did not document a 2nd drill in 2023.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet all diaper ointment or cream requirements. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, two diaper creams were in low cubbies and were within reach of children and accessible.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water was on the wall basket and not kept in a locked place. 2. In the Hall bathroom, a spray bottle of Febreze was next to the sink. The door to the bathroom was open.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Jr. Toddler Classroom, one yellow wood chair had a large chip in the wood on the back of the chair and another yellow wood chair back was coming apart (the peg was out of the slot).”

8VAC20-770-60-C-2

“Based on review of one staff record, the center did not obtain the central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 12/06/2023) had a central registry finding dated 1/18/2024 and was more than 30 days of hire..”

8VAC20-780-240-C

“Based on review, orientation training for one staff member did not include all the facility specific topics. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (date of hire 12/06/2023) had orientation training on 12/06/2023, but did not include the topic of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, including procedures to cope with crying babies and distraught children.”

8VAC20-780-245-A

“Based on staff review, a staff member did not complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (Date of hire 8/20/2021) completed 12 hours of training between 8/2022 and 8/2023.”

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (date of hire 2/10/2023) and Staff #5 (date of hire 8/18/2023) had the two required references checked, but it was documented/received after the hire date.”

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“Repeat Violation Based on review of the center's allergy list and child's record, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child #1 was listed on the Center's allergy list and had documentation that the child had a food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan for the child with instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not follow all requirements when food is brought from home. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, four food items from home and string cheese were inside a name labeled tray, but it was not clearly dated.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. 6 infant formula bottles were labeled with the child's name, but did not have a date on them.”

8VAC20-780-280-G

“Based on observation, hazardous substances that are not kept in original containers were not clearly labeled with their contents. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, a spray bottle for plants was not clearly labeled. The staff stated there was coffee in the spray bottle.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, all unused electrical outlets did not all have protective covers and serve children preschool age or younger. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Casa classroom, one unused outlet under the air condition unit was not covered with an protective outlet cover.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Infant classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water was under the changing table in an unlocked cabinet. 2. In the Sr, Toddler classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water was under the changing table inside and was unlocked.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet the diapering requirement of having a nonabsorbent surface for diapering. Evidence: 1. In the infant changing table had 1 approximately 1/2 inch tear in the diaper changing pad and was not nonabsorbent.”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet all sunscreen requirements. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, 14 bottles of sunscreen were under the changing table within reach of children and accessible. One sunscreen did not have the written parent authorization for Non-prescription Over-the-Counter Skin Products.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not meet all diaper ointment or cream requirements. Evidence: 1. In the Sr. Toddler classroom, 12 diaper creams were under the changing table within reach of children and accessible. Two diaper creams did not have the written parent authorization for Non-prescription Over-the-Counter Skin Products.”

8VAC20-780-245-J-3

“Based on interview and review of staff records, the center did not have a staff member who was current in medication administration caring for a child that is prescribed emergency medication. Evidence: 1. Child #1 has been prescribed emergency medication and was not in care of a staff member that had satisfactorily completed a training program for medication administration.”

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler (16 month-24 month) classroom, a children's play sink was missing and the handle to the pretend oven was hanging by one screw.”

8VAC20-780-550-E

“Based on review of the Drill log, the center did not practice the Shelter in Place procedures a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: 1. The center did not have record of practicing the shelter in place procedures in 2022.”

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on review of the evacuation drill log, the center did not implement a monthly practice evacuation drill each month. Evidence: 1. The center's drill log was missing the monthly drill for December 2022.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, the center did not meet all diaper ointment or cream requirements. Evidence: 1. In the Two's (24-36 month) classroom, a diaper ointment was in the child's cubby and was within reach of children.”

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on record review, one staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 9/22/2022) had a TB screening or test signed by the physician on 9/25/2022.”

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“Based on review of the center's allergy list and child's record, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child #2 was listed on the Center's allergy list and had documentation that the child had a food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan for the child with instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”

8VAC20-780-180-A

“Based on observation, one staff member was not capable of communicating effectively orally as applicable to the job responsibility. Evidence: 1. The infant teacher could not speak English during the inspection.”

8VAC20-780-520-B

“Based on observation, the center did not meet all sunscreen requirements. Evidence: 1. In the Two's classroom, two sunscreen bottles were inside the children's cubbies and were within reach of children.”

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, the center provided playground equipment that did not comply with minimum safety standards under equipment in the fall zone areas. Evidence: 1. The center had monkey bars the children were using during the inspection. There was minimal mulch under and around the monkey bars and did not meet the resilient surfacing requirements.”

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, bleach water was in a basket near the changing table.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. Infant A had one infant formula bottle with no date. 2. Infant B and Infant C had two infant formula bottles each with no date.”

8VAC20-820-120-E-2

“Based on observation, the center did not have the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility posted. Evidence: 1. The center did not have the 9/21/2022 inspection findings posted.”

8VAC20-780-240-A

“Based on review of staff records, one staff member did not complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (Date of hire 10/05/2022) had not completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course.”

8VAC20-820-120-E-2 Complaint related: No

“Based on observation, the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. Evidence: 1. The center did not have the findings of the inspection dated 9/14/2022 posted on the bulletin board during the inspection.”

8VAC20-780-400-A Complaint related: No

“Based on the interview, staff members did not interact with one another to provide needed help, comfort and support in order to promote the child's physical, intellectual, emotional, and social well-being and growth. Evidence: 1.Staff # 2 and Staff #4 work together in the Sr. Toddler class. Staff #2 stated ?[Staff #4?s] tone scared me and the kids at times?; and that Staff #4 ?verbally started yelling at me in front of the kids because I had reported her for not following the curriculum.? 2.In a document summarizing meetings with Staff #2 and Staff #4, Staff #1 wrote, ?In the morning of Thursday 9/15/2022 both [Staff #4 and Staff #2] were arguing in the classroom, loudly, which led to Staff #1 stepped in the classroom to understand what was happening [sic].?”

8VAC20-780-400-B Complaint related: No

“Based on interviews, the center did not ensure behavioral guidance was constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, and intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts. Evidence: 1.Staff # 2 and Staff #4 work together in the Sr. Toddler class. Staff #2 stated Staff #4 would ask children ?why are you like this?? ?I heard [Staff #4] yell at the children several times.? Staff #2 stated Staff #4 ?speaks very loudly.? Staff #2 also stated ?Staff #4 would drag the children by the arm to time out.? Staff #2 stated ?Staff #4 was aggressive and would grab the children by the arm.? 2.Staff #1 stated while in the hallway, she could hear Staff #4 yelling at a new child that was crying and spoke with her about it 2-3 months ago.”

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

“Based on discussion with a staff member, review of the daily meals checklist from the catering services and menu, and observation, the center failed to ensure that the menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one week period listed any substituted food. Evidence: 1.Staff #1 admitted the center changed the menu on 9/06/2022 and 9/07/2022 and did not notify the parents. Staff #1 stated they usually email the parents of any changes, but did not for those two days. 2.The Daily Meal checklist from the catering company for 9/6/2022 lists chicken nuggets. The center’s menu listed Cheese pizza for 9/6/2022. For 9/7/2022, the center menu listed Fish Filet, but the children were served cheese pizza.”

8VAC20-780-40-E

“Based on staff interviews, the center's activities and services were not maintained in compliance with the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards. Evidence: 1. The center's policy on supervision states: ?Staff should regularly count children in care, at every transition, and whenever the group is leaving one area and arriving at another to confirm the safe whereabouts of every child at all times.? 2. On 9/02/2022,Staff #1 and Staff #2 of the Jr. Toddler Class did not count children when they arrived at the playground as required by policy: *At approximately 10:00am, Staff #1 and Staff #2 lined up 9 children in the Jr. Toddler classroom to go outside. They stated they counted the children before they left. *When they arrived at the playground, both teachers stated they did not do a count of the children.”

8VAC20-780-340-F

“Based on interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that all children 10 years of age or younger shall always be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. On 9/02/2022, Child #1 (Age 20 months), was not within actual sight and sound supervision of staff for approximately 5-6 minutes. 2. Staff #3 and Staff #4 stated that they were walking by the Jr. Toddler Class on their way to the playground and saw that Child#1 was alone in the classroom. Staff #3 took the child to the playground where the Jr. Toddler Class was playing and spoke with Staff #1. 4. Staff 1 and Staff 2 were not able to explain how Child #1 (20 months old child) was able to leave their supervision.”

8VAC20-780-490-C Complaint related: No

“Based on document review, the center did not notify the parents within 24 hours or the next business day of the center's having been informed when children at the center have been exposed to a communicable disease listed in the Department of Health's current communicable disease chart, Evidence: 1. Child A (Jr. Casa student) tested positive for a communicable disease listed in the Department of Health's current communicable disease chart on 7/20/2022 and the parents of the children at the center that had been exposed were not notified within 24 hours or the next business day of the center's having been informed.”

8VAC20-780-560-F-4 Complaint related: Yes

“Based on review of the center's menu, the center is offering foods that are considered to be potential choking hazards to children three years of age or younger. Evidence: 1. The center's menu list raisin bran cereal for AM snack, raisins with string cheese on 7/14 for PM snack on 7/18 and provides to all children besides infants, Raisins are listed as a choking hazard on the USDA list.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on review of medications and interview, the center did not dispose of medications when an authorization for medication expired and the parent did not pick it up or renew the authorization within 14 days. Evidence: 1. Child B had an authorization for a medication that expired on 7/01/2022. Staff A stated they had the medication and had not been returned or disposed of.”

22VAC40-185-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, bleach water was in a basket near the changing table. 2. In the Senior Toddler classroom, bleach water was in a basket near the changing table. 3. In the School age classroom, bleach water, betta fix conditioner and stress zyme were in a basket near the sink.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation, the center had a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions, but did not keep it confidential in each room or area where children were present. Evidence: 1. In the preschool classroom, the allergy list was posted on a board and the information was not kept confidential.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, electrical outlets did not all have protective covers and serve children preschool age or younger. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom an outlet near the rocking chair was not being used and not covered with a protective cover.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“Based on observation, the center did not follow all requirements when food is brought from home. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, a small container of brown rice was in a child's cubby box, but it was not clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, the center did not meet all diaper ointment or cream requirements. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, 6 diaper ointments and creams were located in a lower shelf within reach of children.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the center did not meet the diapering requirement of having a nonabsorbent surface for diapering. Evidence: 1. In the infant changing table had 9 rips in the diaper changing pad and was not nonabsorbent.”

8VAC20-780-510-G

“Based on observation, medication was not labeled with the child's name, name of the medication, the dosage amount and the time or times to be given. Evidence: 1. Child A had an emergency medication in a bag that did not have a prescription label, dosage amount and the time or times to be given.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. 4 infant formula bottles were labeled with the child's name, but did not have a date on them.”

8VAC20-780-560-F-4 Complaint related: Yes

“Based on review of the center's menu, the center is offering foods that are considered to be potential choking hazards to children three years of age or younger. Evidence: 1. The center's menu list raisin bran cereal for AM snack, raisins with string cheese on 7/14 for PM snack on 7/18 and provides to all children besides infants, Raisins are listed as a choking hazard on the USDA list.”

8VAC20-780-510-P

“Based on review of medications and interview, the center did not dispose of medications when an authorization for medication expired and the parent did not pick it up or renew the authorization within 14 days. Evidence: 1. Child B had an authorization for a medication that expired on 7/01/2022. Staff A stated they had the medication and had not been returned or disposed of.”

22VAC40-185-280-B

“Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, bleach water was in a basket near the changing table. 2. In the Senior Toddler classroom, bleach water was in a basket near the changing table. 3. In the School age classroom, bleach water, betta fix conditioner and stress zyme were in a basket near the sink.”

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation, the center had a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions, but did not keep it confidential in each room or area where children were present. Evidence: 1. In the preschool classroom, the allergy list was posted on a board and the information was not kept confidential.”

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, electrical outlets did not all have protective covers and serve children preschool age or younger. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom an outlet near the rocking chair was not being used and not covered with a protective cover.”

8VAC20-780-560-G

“Based on observation, the center did not follow all requirements when food is brought from home. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, a small container of brown rice was in a child's cubby box, but it was not clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner.”

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, the center did not meet all diaper ointment or cream requirements. Evidence: 1. In the infant classroom, 6 diaper ointments and creams were located in a lower shelf within reach of children.”

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the center did not meet the diapering requirement of having a nonabsorbent surface for diapering. Evidence: 1. In the infant changing table had 9 rips in the diaper changing pad and was not nonabsorbent.”

8VAC20-780-510-G

“Based on observation, medication was not labeled with the child's name, name of the medication, the dosage amount and the time or times to be given. Evidence: 1. Child A had an emergency medication in a bag that did not have a prescription label, dosage amount and the time or times to be given.”

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. 4 infant formula bottles were labeled with the child's name, but did not have a date on them.”

22VAC40-185-70-A

“Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/19/2019) had one complete reference. The 2nd reference did not document the results of the reference check taken over the phone. 2. Staff #3 (Date of hire 8/16/2021) had one complete reference. The 2nd reference did not document the date of contact or the signature of the person making the call of the reference check taken over the phone.”

22VAC40-191-60-C-2

“Based on review of eight staff records, the center did not obtain a central registry report results by the end of the 30th day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #6 file (Date of hire 9/01/2021, Date or Separation 10/20/2021) did not have the central registry results by the 30th day of employment. The center documented the request was sent on 9/02/2021 and 10/04/2021. 2. Staff #8 file (Date of hire 10/01/2021) did not have the central registry results by the 30th day of employment. The center documented the request was sent on 10/07/2021.”

22VAC40-185-60-A

“Based on record review, two of four children's records did not have complete information. Evidence: 1. Child #2 and Child #3's record did not have documentation of previous child day care and schools attended by the child.”

63.2(17)-1720.1-B-4

“Based on review of staff records and interview, the centers request for the results of a search of the child abuse and neglect from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years was not followed up on 45 days after request to search. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 8/20/2021) lived in DC in the last 5 years. The center sent an Out of State Child Abuse and Neglect Search request on 6/29/2021, but did not follow up until 8/27/2021 and left a message for the State. The center received no answer on 9/22/201 and then resent the form on 10/20/2021.”