VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Chesterbrook Academy #807
6200 Interparcel Road
Alexandria, VA 22315
(703) 921-9600

Current Inspector: Eureka Nance (703) 638-5968

Inspection Date: Sept. 27, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

8VAC20-780 Administration. 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training. 8VAC20-780 Physical Plant. 8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision. 8VAC20-780 Programs. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 20 Access to minor?s records

Technical Assistance:

Discussion was held on the topics of current current staffing, topical creams and ointments, handwashing for children and staff, process of hiring an assistant, and physical environment.

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted September 27, 2023 from 9:30 am to 1:45 pm. There were 05 children directly supervised by 17 staff. The physical plant, 9 staff records, 8 children?s records, no medications on-site, evacuation drills, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, reading books, tummy time, resting. Diapering procedures were also observed. 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. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Eureka Nance at eureka.nance@doe.virginia.gov or 703-537-6241. Please submit plan of corrections within 5 business days in order for it to be included on the website.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-200-A
Description:	Based on staff records review, 1 out 9 records, the center did have documentation for centers, the qualified program director or qualified back-up program director would be on site at least 75% of the center's hours of operation. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (date of employment 7/2023) did not have documentation in record available for review as a qualified back-up program director would be on site at least 75% of the center's hours of operation.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-210-A
Description:	Based on staff records review, 1 out of 9 records, the center did not ensure program leaders have have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and me 1. Staff #1 (date of employment 8/04/2023) did not have documentation in record have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-210-A
Description:	Based on staff records review, 1 out of 9 records, the center did not ensure program leaders have have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and me 1. Staff #1 (date of employment 8/04/2023) did not have documentation in record have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-240-B
Description:	Based on staff records review, 2 out of 9 records, the center did not ensure staff completed orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (date of employment 9/05/2023) did not have documentation of completed orientation training. 2. Staff #8 (date of employment 9/07/2023) did not have documentation of completed orientation training.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Beginner A (2 to 2/12 year old children) classroom, protruding screws were in a bathroom accessible to children.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-360-A
Description:	Based on classroom observation, the center did not ensure the variety of daily activities for all age groups would be age and stage appropriate and provide opportunities for teacher-directed, self-directed, and self-chosen tasks and activities; a balance of active and quiet activities; individual and group activities; and curiosity and exploration. Evidence: 1. In the Beginner B classroom (2 1/2 and 3 year-old children), there were a handful of books and toys in the classroom for activities. 2. On the day of inspection, there were 8 enrolled children in the classroom.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-500-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure children's and staff hands were washed with soap and running water after toileting and any contact with blood, feces, or urine and staff after diaper changing. Evidence: 1. In the Toddle A classroom, Staff #9 changed a child and after changing sat the child on the floor to play. 2. Staff #1 did not wash their hands of the child's hands.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not ensure all nonprescription drugs and over-the-counter skin products were used in accordance with the manufacturer's recommendations. Nonprescription drugs and over-the-counter skin products should not be kept or used beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler B classroom, Child #1 diaper ointment Aquaphor expired on 8/2023.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.