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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: Sept. 29, 2023

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

Technical Assistance:
Discussed:

Updating allergy list in all classrooms ( removing outdated lists)
Staffing due to illness
accident/ incident reporting online
Toddler playground capacity and staggering class times.
Serving all components of lunch in a timely manner ( help if needed)

Comments:
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 10:30am-1:20pm. There were 45 children (infants-5yrs.) directly supervised by 12 staff. The physical plant, staff records, children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Policies and procedures regarding sick children and staffing were also discussed. Children were observed participating in group play, reading books, playing outside, and eating lunch. Diapering and hand-washing procedures were also observed. There was an supply of materials for the children. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice.

If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Kelly.savittiere@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-240-B
Description: Based on record review, staff did not complete orientation training prior to staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date assuming job responsibilities.

Evidence: Staff A ( Hire date 3/15/2023) did not have documentation available at the time of the inspection that orientation training had been completed as required.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A
Description: Based on observation, areas were not maintained as required.
Evidence: Peeling paint on wall in Pre-school A classroom.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B
Description: Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
Evidence- Sanitizer cleaning product was on the counter and not locked as required.

Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.

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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