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Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool Inc.

Inspection · 2024-06-05

Date
2024-06-05
Complaint Related
No
Licensing Inspector
D'Nae Goodwin
(757) 404-3063
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.
8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies
8VAC20-780 Special Services.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide

Inspector Notes

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted on 6/5/24 from 10:55am to 1:20pm. At the time of the inspection there were 35 children in care and 11 staff members. Children were observed participating in writing activities, outside play, and lunch. Records were reviewed for four children and four staff members. Evacuation drills, emergency supplies and other required records and postings were also reviewed. The center does not do transportation and medication is not administered at the center. The information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice and discussed during the exit meeting.

Violations

4
Standard 22.1-289.011-F
Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that all required documents are posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.
Evidence:
1.The most recent inspection findings for the inspection completed on October 17, 2023, were not posted on the licensed premises.
2.The program director confirmed that the most recent inspection findings were not posted.
Plan of Correction: The last inspection was posted during the visit. It was signed and filed away. All future notices will be posted immediately.
Standard 8VAC20-780-270-A
Repeat Violation
Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center are maintained in a safe condition.
Evidence:
1.A window ledge in the Pre-k 1 classroom was peeling and crumbling. There were particles of paint from the ledge on the floor, accessible to children.
2. In the school age classroom an area of drywall was peeling and crumbling. There was residue from the drywall on the floor.
a. The assistant director confirmed that the wall was peeling and crumbling and needed repair.
Plan of Correction: The areas will be sanded and repainted. During the morning inspection, any areas will be noted to remain in compliance.
Standard 8VAC20-780-290-A-3
Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that electrical outlets have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children.
Evidence:
1.An electrical outlet in the infant feeding area was missing an outlet cover.
2.An electrical outlet in the Sparkling 2-3 year-old classroom was missing an outlet cover.
3.The assistant director confirmed that two outlet covers in the areas mentioned were missing.
Plan of Correction: The outlet covers were replaced during the inspection. During the morning center inspection the assistant director will ensure all outlets are covered by using a checklist.
Standard 8VAC20-780-60-A
Based on record review and interview the center did not ensure that each child?s record contain all the required information.
Evidence:
1. The record for Child #1 did not contain the work phone number for one parent.
2.The record for Child #2 not contain the name or work phone number for one parent.
3.The program director confirmed that the specified information was missing from Child #1 and Child #2?s records.
Plan of Correction: Work phone numbers were updated for both parents. Files will be rechecked by the administrator after enrollment.
View original record on Virginia Department of Social Services