An unannounced inspection was initiated on 09/19/2022 from approximately 10:45 a.m. to 5:24 p.m. and 09/20/2022 approximately 10:15 to 12:55 a.m. to conduct a complaint inspection that was received by the licensing department regarding allegations of inadequate supervision, emergency procedures, and forbidden actions. A renewal inspection was conduct on theses dates as well. Interviews with staff were completed, observations were made in the center, and documentation was reviewed. Additional staff interviews were conducted 10/04/2022. The preponderance of the evidence gathered during the investigation supports the allegations regarding inadequate supervision and emergency procedures; therefore, the complaint is determined to be valid.
Based on observation and interview, the facility failed to maintain staff-to-children ratios as specified. Evidence: On 09/19/2022 during the classroom observations with the Program Director and Licensing Inspector, the Licensing Inspector observed 17 children and 4 staff in the toddler classroom. It was determined that the youngest child in the room at the time was 14 months which requires a 1:4 staff-to-child ratio based on the youngest child in the group.
Evidence: On 09/19/2022 during the classroom observations with the Program Director and Licensing Inspector, the Licensing Inspector observed 21 children and 3 staff in the Beginner Room(two year old room). The classroom was 5 children over ratio. The required ratio based on the age of the youngest child who was not yet 2 is 1:5.
Plan of Correction:
Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:
8VAC20-780-550-D
Complaint related:
No
Description:
Based on interviews, the center failed to implement a monthly practice evacuation drills. Evidence: The Licensing Office received an anonymous complaint that evacuation drills at the center were not being conducted and drill documentation was being completed as though the drills were implemented. Staff interviews supported the drills were not being completed and the Program Director acknowledged that drills had not been conducted as documented.
Plan of Correction:
Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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