The Merit School of Cloverdale (#32)
3498 Cranmer Mews
Dale city, VA 22193
(703) 590-4343
Current Inspector: Shawanda Henderson (540) 216-1434
Inspection Date: May 29, 2024
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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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 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
- Comments:
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An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from approximately 9:20am to 1:15pm. There were 64 children, directly supervised by 15 staff. Staff to child ratio was in compliance. The physical plant, 5 staff records, 5 children records, medications, evacuation drills, emergency supplies were inspected. Children were observed outside, participating in group time and using table toys. There was an assortment of age appropriate materials for the children in care. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact Shawanda Henderson at 540-216-1434 or Shawanda.Henderson@doe.virginia.gov
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-80-A Description: Based on documentation review, for each group of children, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.Evidence: In the JK-B classroom, there were 20 children present, and only 13 children were documented on the written daily attendance. In the JK-A classroom, there were 8 children present, and only 7 children were documented on the written daily attendance. Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: On the JK-Prep playground there was a portion of the fence toward that back end that was bent backwards. As a result, there were rusted nails protruding from the top of the fence Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Toddler classroom, there was an unlocked cabinet with the following cleaning agents: Rapid Multi Surface Cleaner and Multi Quat Sanitizer. In the Preschool Explorers 2 classroom, there was a bottle of Wizard Air Freshener on the floor in a bin accessible to children. Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-330-B Description: Based on observation, where playground equipment was provided, resilient surfacing did not comply with minimum safety standards. Evidence: On the JK-Prep playground, there were several holes observed in the resilient surface. On the School Age playground there was not adequate surfacing observed under the fall zones 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.
