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The Merit School of Clarendon (#76)
2311 Wilson Blvd #112
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 566-5075

Current Inspector: Kelly Patterson-Savittiere (703) 479-4746

Inspection Date: Aug. 16, 2022

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
8VAC20-780 Special CareProvisions and Emergencies
8VAC20-780 Special Services
8VAC20-820 The License
8VAC20-820 Hearings Procedures
8VAC20-770 Background Checks
20 Access to minor's records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse and Neglect
8VAC20790 Subsidy Regulations

Technical Assistance:
Accident/ incident reporting was reviewed. A tour of the playground and bridge area was observed to verify height and maintenance.

Discussed OBI background search portal and delays.

Also discussed contractors onsite and supervision requirements.

Comments:
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 1:10 pm- 3:40pm. There were 39 children (infants-5yrs.) directly supervised by 10 staff. The physical plant, 4 staff records, 4 children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed participating in group play, reading books, naptime, and
preparing to eat trailmix snack (made by the children. Diapering and hand-washing procedures were also observed. There was an ample supply of materials for the children. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice.

If there are any questions regarding this inspection, please contact kelly.savittiere@doe.virginina.gov

Violations:
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B
Description: Based upon observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method.

Evidence:
Child sunscreen was stored within reach of children in care on top of the cubbies in the PREP classroom.

Plan of Correction: Corrected during inspection. Staff in classroom removed sunscreen bin from cubbies.

Disclaimer:
This information is provided by the Virginia Department of Social Services, which neither endorses any facility nor guarantees that the information is complete. It should not be used as the sole source in evaluating and/or selecting a facility.


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