La Petite Academy-#7141
1233 Culver Lane
Virginia beach, VA 23454
(757) 426-2718
Current Inspector: D'Nae Goodwin (757) 404-3063
Inspection Date: May 3, 2024
Complaint Related: Yes
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Administration.
8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training.
8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision.
8VAC20-780 Programs.
- Comments:
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A complaint investigation was conducted on 05/3/2024 in conjunction with the routine monitoring inspection regarding a complaint related to ratios/supervision, physical abuse, and inappropriate behavior management techniques. Observations were completed and staff interviews were conducted. Based on information gathered, it was determined that there was no evidence to support the allegations on ratios/supervision and physical abuse. The complaint relating to behavior management was deemed valid and appears on the violation notice.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-410-1 Complaint related: Yes Description: Based on interview and record review the center did not ensure that forbidden actions are not used in the center by staff.
Evidence:
Staff member #3 was terminated for rough handling of children in care.
1.On 12/27/2023, Staff #3 was written-up as a ?final warning? for not using positive discipline and gentle handing of children.
a.The program director confirmed that Staff #3 was written-up for rough handling two children in the two-year-old room.
2.On 02/12/2024, Staff #3 was terminated for violating the ?positive guidance and redirection policy.?
a.The program director confirmed that Staff #3 was terminated for ?rough handling.?Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Disclaimer:
A compliance history is in no way a rating for a facility.
The online compliance history includes only information after July 1, 2003. In addition, the online compliance history includes information regarding adverse actions that may be the subject of a pending appeal. An adverse action is not final until a provider has exhausted or waived all due process rights. For compliance history prior to July 1, 2003, or information regarding the status of pending adverse actions, please contact the Licensing Inspector listed in the facility's information. The Virginia Department of Social Services (VDSS) is not responsible for any errors in or omissions from the compliance history information.
