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La Petite Academy - Dumfries Road

Inspection · 2022-02-14

Date
2022-02-14
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
Angela Dudek
(804) 629-8167
SHSIA monitoring inspection of an approved subsidy vendor to determine compliance with current subsidy requirements regarding the health and safety of children and to promote quality standards for the children in their care.
No

Areas Reviewed

8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION.
8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING.
8VAC20-780 Physical plant.
8VAC20-780 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION.
8VAC20-780 PROGRAMS.
8VAC20-790 SUBSIDY REGULATIONS.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education

Inspector Notes

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 9:08am to 10:20am. There were 42 (Infants to 5yrs) directly supervised by 10 staff. The physical plant, 4 staff records, 5 children?s records, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, listening to stories, and participating in circle time. Diapering and hand-washing procedures were also observed. There was a sufficient supply of books, toys, and materials for the children. There was an adequate number of staff with current certification in MAT, CPR and First Aid, as well as DHO training. Staff-to-child ratios were in compliance. The center was clean and organized. Areas of non-compliance are identified in this report. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector. Keesha Minor (keesha.minor@doe.virginia.gov) or 540-340-2672.

Violations

2
Standard 8VAC20-770-60-B
Based on review, the facility did not ensure that employees must not be employed until they have completed the sworn statement or affirmation.
Evidence: Reviewed 4 staff records and found that 2 (Staff A and B) did not have documentation of a sworn statement or affirmation.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center were maintained in a clean, safe and operable manner.
Evidence:
1) Observed in the Toddler Room a mirror along the wall that was loose, causing a pinching hazard.
2) Observed on the Toddler Playground, playground anchors that were exposed and not covered.
3) Observed in the Pre-K classroom an unlocked lower cabinet with dish soap accessible to children.
4) School-Age classroom utility closet was unlocked with paint, ice melt and cleaning agents.
5) Crack on the playground bench causing a pinching hazard.
Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services