VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Tiny City Academy
21019 Forum Terrace
Sterling, VA 20166
(703) 444-2448

Current Inspector: Miranda Wright (571) 596-3661

Inspection Date: May 29, 2024

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

X 8VAC20-780 Administration. X 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training. X 8VAC20-780 Physical Plant. X 8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision. X 8VAC20-780 Programs. X 8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies X 8VAC20-780 Special Services. X 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE. X 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES. X 8VAC20-770 Background Checks X 20 Access to minor?s records X 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide X 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect X 8VAC20-790 Subsidy Regulations

Technical Assistance:

Effective January 1, 2025, the VDOE will begin determining compliance with ? 22.1-289.057 of the Code of Virginia, which is legislation passed by the General Assembly in 2020. The law requires all licensed child day programs, religious exempt child day centers that serve preschool age children, and certified preschools to test potable drinking water. The law requires that programs submit their plans and test results to the Virginia Department of Health Office of Drinking Water (VDH ODW) and the Superintendent. If the results of the testing indicate elevated lead levels, the program shall remediate, retest, and resubmit results to VDH ODW and the Superintendent. There is an additional alternative bottled water option that comes with additional requirements. The statutory requirement can be found online at https://law.lis.virginia.gov/vacode/title22.1/chapter14.1/section22.1-289.057/. Resources are now available for providers on the "What's New" webpage on the ChildCareVA website at https://www.childcare.virginia.gov/providers/what-s-new.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted on 5/29/2024 from 9:45 am to 12:45 pm. At the time of entrance, 123 children were in care with 18 staff members present, within ratio guidelines. The inspector reviewed 5children?s records and 4 staff records. Children were observed eating, engaging in tummy time, practicing for graduation, engaging in science experiments, and having outside time. Medication administration was reviewed. Areas of non-compliance are identified on the violation notice. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact Miranda Wright at 571.596.3661 or miranda.wright@doe.virginia.gov.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-50-A
Description:	Based on observation, children's records were not kept confidential. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler 2 classroom, two accident/incident reports were left on top of a cabinet, in view of other adults that may enter the classroom. 2. In the Pre-K A classroom, a child's medication information was left on top of a cabinet, in view of other adults that may enter the classroom.
Plan of Correction:	1. Incidents reports were removed from cabinet in Toddler 2. Coached staff on confidentiality with incident reports. Incident reports will be placed in classroom information boxes out of view of other adults. 2. Medication information was removed from the top of cabinet in Pre-K A. Coached staff on confidentiality of medication information. Medication information will be kept in closed cabinet out of view of other adults.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the infant 1 classroom, a whicker basket with frayed/jagged edges was found on the floor with play materials in it. 2. In the Infant 2 classroom, a changing table pad was ripped. 3. In the infant 2 classroom, the sink cabinet was broken, exposing the children to sharp, rough edges. 4. In the Toddler 2 classroom, three window frames appeared cracked. 5. In the PreK B classroom, the handles on the dramatic play kitchen were broken. 6. In the PreK A classroom, the shoe trim was pulled off the wall, with multiple nails exposed. 7. On the playground, the chain link fence between two playgrounds had sharp edges exposed, and was difficult to open in the event of an emergency.
Plan of Correction:	1. Whicker baskets were removed and replaced with new baskets in infant 1. Staff coached on notifying admin of broken items in the classroom. 2. New Changing table pad has been ordered for infant 2 and will be replaced once received. Staff coached on notifying admin of broken items in the classroom. 3. Rough edges on sink cabinet in infant 2 were covered, removing exposure of rough edges to children. 4. Maintenance person scheduled to repair window frames in Toddler 2. Staff coached on notifying admin of broken items in the classroom. 5. Removed handles on dramatic play kitchen in Pre-K B classroom. 6. Damaged shoe trim in PreK A classroom. 7. Maintenance person scheduled to re-seat gate for east of movement and remove sharp edges.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place preventing access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Pre-K A classroom, cleaning solutions were placed on the bottom shelf in the children's bathroom. 2. In the Pre-K B classroom, cleaning solutions were in an unlocked closet within reach of children.
Plan of Correction:	1. Cleaning solutions were moved out of reach of children. 2. New locking mechanism has been ordered for Pre-K B closet and will be installed once received. Conducted retraining with staff on proper storage of cleaning solutions in the classroom.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-340-A
Description:	Based on observation, the staff did not ensure care, protection, and guidance of the children. Evidence: A 17 month old child was left unattended on the playground adjacent to the Toddler 1 classroom. Licensing inspectors observed the child alone on the playground for 1 minute 45 seconds before alerting staff and reuniting child with class.
Plan of Correction:	Conducted retraining with each staff member including detailed and documented procedures on properly managing and account for children during transitions. Staff will follow proper transition procedures to ensure all children are accounted for.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-430-B
Description:	Based on observation, all materials and equipment were not age and stage appropriate for the children. Evidence: A paper cutter with a sharp blade was accessible to children, and was not locked.
Plan of Correction:	Paper cutter was removed from classroom. Staff will only use paper cutter in office area away from children.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-C
Description:	Based on observation, topical ointments were accessible to children. Evidence: In the Toddler 2 classroom, the topical ointments were in a drawer in the bathroom, within reach of the children.
Plan of Correction:	Ointments were moved out of reach of the children. Conducted coaching with staff on proper storage of ointments. Ointments will be kept on high shelf out of reach of children.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-570-A
Description:	Based on observation, appropriate equipment was not used for children who did not require being held to be fed. Evidence: A child under the age of 12 months, was able to hold their bottle, and was laying flat on the floor, unattended by staff members.
Plan of Correction:	Conducted retraining with staff on proper feeding of bottles to infants. Infants will not lay flat on their backs nor be left unattended on the floor while drinking a bottle. Staff will sit with them and elevate the head or sit them in a child seat.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-570-E
Description:	Based on observation, prepared infant bottles were not labeled appropriately. Evidence: A child's bottles were labeled with their name, however did not have a date on them.
Plan of Correction:	Child's bottles were re-labeled with name and date. New tape and marker placed in classroom so that both name and date show clearly. Teachers will check bottle labels when receiving them to ensure they are labeled properly.