Guidepost Montessori at West Alexandria
3475 N. Beauregard St., Suite 301
Alexandria, VA 22302
(571) 206-1687
Current Inspector: Sarah Marbert (703) 479-4678
Inspection Date: April 17, 2024
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Administration.
8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision.
8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies
- Comments:
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An unannounced investigation was initiated on 4/17/24 in response to a self reported incident being received in our office on 4/12/24.
The investigation was conducted jointly with another local agency.
The incident occurred on 04/12/24 and involved a three year old child being unsupervised. Observations were made, documentation was reviewed, and interviews were completed with staff. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website.
You may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov if you have questions regarding this investigation.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-E Description: Based on multiple staff statements, the center failed to follow the policy for knowing where children are at all times.
Evidence:
On 4/12/24:
1. Staff A and B stated no name to face check was conducted prior to leaving their classroom.
2. Staff A and B stated no name to face check was conducted prior to leaving the Gross Motor Room (GMR).
3. Staff A stated no bathroom check was conducted prior to leaving the GMR.
4. Staff did not conduct a 30 minute head count tracker while in the GMR. Staff thought there were 18 children present, when in actuality there were 19 children.
5. Staff C stated the 30 minute tracking sheet was not completed for the Children's House (CH) 4 room on 4/12/24.Plan of Correction: Staff complete the West Alex Roll Call sheet daily which includes:
* 30-minute head count tracker
? Face-to Name tracker
? Guide sign-in and out
In addition, all children are signed in to the center by their parent/pick-up person and by the guide who receives them.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-340-A Description: Based on staff interviews, the center failed to ensure care, protection and guidance for a child in care.
Evidence:
1.On 4/12/24 Staff A and B were unaware that they left Child #1 (three years old) unattended in the Gross Motor Room (GMR) at approximately 12:00PM. The GMR is on the first floor of the facility, while the rest of the facility is on the third floor of the building. (Child 1)
2. Child 1 was found at approximately 12:30PM by a staff member bringing another group of children to the GMR. The child was crying and saying that they "wanted their mom".Plan of Correction: Staff complete the West Alex Roll Call sheet daily which includes:
? 30-minute head count tracker
? Face-to Name tracker
? Guide sign-in and out
In addition, all children are signed in to the center by their parent/pick-up person and by the guide who receives them. When leaving the GMR, staff check bathrooms and walk the room before exiting.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-340-F Description: Based on staff statements, a child under 10 years of age was not kept within actual sight and sound supervision.
Evidence:
1. On 4/12/24 a three year old child was not within sight and sound supervision of staff when their classroom left the GMR on the first floor of the building at approximately 12:00PM leaving the alone in the room. (Child1)
2. The child was found alone in the room at approximately 12:30 by a staff member bringing another group of children to the room.Plan of Correction: Staff complete the West Alex Roll Call sheet daily which includes:
? 30-minute head count tracker
? Face-to Name tracker
? Guide sign-in and out
In addition, all children are signed in to the center by their parent/pick-up person and by the guide who receives them. When leaving the GMR, staff check bathrooms and walk the room before exiting.
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.
