Inspection · 2024-04-08
(804) 588-2371
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
8VAC20-770 Background Checks
22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
Inspector Notes
An unannounced complaint inspection was initiated with an onsite visit on 04/8/2024 in response to allegations received by the licensing office on 04/03/2024 in the areas of Staffing and Supervision. The inspection concluded with phone interviews and electronic document review on 04/10/2024. A total of 1 child?s record, and 1 staff record was reviewed. The inspector arrived for the inspection at approximately 9:45 am and departed at approximately 12:15 pm.
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the provider.
The information gathered pursuant to an investigation of the complaint supports the allegation and the complaint was determined to be valid.
Violations
1Based on interviews with staff and document review, the center failed to ensure that children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff.
Evidence:
On 04/02/2024, Child 1 (age 3) left the group of children being taken to the bathroom and was out of actual sight and sound supervision for approximately 2-3 minutes. Child 1 was located approximately 10 feet from the exit of the building.
-Maintenance will install door alarms
-Enlist support staff to provide assistance to teachers as needed.
-On a daily basis, classroom staff will remind children of classroom rules and the importance of staying with the group.