8VAC20-780-350-A · The center did not maintain the group size limitations for the 16 month to 24 month age group.

1. On 6/6/25, from 7:20 am to 7:25am, Staff # 1 had a group of 16 children that included two toddlers (16-24 months). 2. From 8:11 am to 8:15 am, Staff # 1 and Staff # 3 had a group of 17 children that included 3 toddlers.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-70 · Staff records must include two written reference checks as part of the staff record.

1. Staff # 1's first reference check was obtained 3 days after the first date of employment. 2. A second written reference check was not obtained for Staff # 1 to this date.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-40-E · The center did not follow it's own policies and procedures that are required by the licensing standards.

1. The center's active and positive supervision policy states that, "Adults who are involved, aware and appreciative of young children's behaviors are in the best position to safeguard their well-being. They know each child's abilities and establish clear and simple safety rules. Be aware of potential hazards. Position yourself strategically -standing nearby and being in the play area will encourage kids to remember the play time rules and discourage kids from throwing toys in frustration. Your presence not serves as reminder but also enables you to intervene quickly when needed". 2. On 1/30/25 at 10:45 am there were three staff members with 16 children present in the 2's classroom. 3. Staff # 3 stated that Staff # 1 had three children in the bathroom, Staff # 2 had 1 child in the diapering area, and Staff # 3 had majority of the rest of the children at another table completing an art activity. Child # 1 and Child # 2 were not in Staff # 3's group. 4. Staff # 3 stated that Child # 1 was sitting on a chair at a different table and left to go to the bathroom. Child # 2 came and sat down on the chair that Child # 1 was sitting on. When Child # 1 returned from the bathroom and wanted to sit on the same chair, Child # 2 did not move and Child # 2 bit Child # 1 on the hand. 5. Staff # 4 stated that video footage was reviewed due to some discrepancy in the report. Child # 2 was sitting on a chair and when Child # 2 went to use the bathroom, Child # 1 sat on his chair. When Child # 2 returned from the bathroom and wanted to sit back on the same chair, Child # 1 did not move which resulted in Child # 1 slightly shoving Child # 2. Child # 1 put out their right hand and was then bit by Child # 2 on the hand. 5. Staff # 2 stated that she was aware that Child # 2 has bit children before and usually they try to separate the children and shadow them. Staff # 2 did not see this incident when it occurred. Staff # 2 stated that Child # 1 was halfway across the room when the incident occurred. 6. Staff # 1 and Staff # 3 were not in close proximity to be able to prevent the biting incident, as they were each doing other activities in different areas of the room.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: supervision. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-245-J-3 · Any child for whom emergency medications have been prescribed shall always be in the care of a staff member who meets the requirements in subdivision 1 of 8VAC20-780-245 J.

Child #1 has an emergency medication on supply that the center has agreed to administer if needed, but none of the staff on site have completed the training required to administer the emergency medication.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: health medication. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-350-B-1 · The center must apply the staff to children ratio of 1:4 for children from birth up to 16 months.

At approximately 9:44 am there was only one staff present with 5 infants in the Infant A classroom. Another staff member came to the classroom in approximately 30-40 seconds.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: ratio. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-80-A · Repeat Violation

Based on records review, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. 2's classroom: At 8:11 am there were 16 children in care with 2 staff members. Only 15 children were checked in on the attendance record. 2. 4's classroom: At 8:20 am, there were 19 children in care with 2 staff members. Only 12 children were checked in on the attendance record.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-80-A · Based on records review, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.

Evidence: 1. Staff # 1 stated that Child # 1 arrived at approximately 9:15 am. Child # 1's attendance was not recorded on the written attendance sheet and the digital application that center uses to record attendance.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-270-A · Based on observation, equipment used inside the center was not maintained in a safe and operable condition.

Evidence: In the Infant C classroom, two soft cushioned pillows had covers that were torn. The inner soft cushion material was exposed to the children in care.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: physical safety. Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-280-B · Based on observation, cleaning supplies were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access.

Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (02/07/2023), cleaning supplies were observed (not in use) stored in unlocked cabinets within the following rooms: Infant III's, Todds, and Two's. 2. Each observed cabinet had a safe locking method installed but was not in use.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Open / not marked corrected.

8VAC20-780-260-A · Based on review, current documentation of an annual fire inspection report was not available for review at the time of inspection.

Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (08/09/2022), the most recent fire inspection was dated - 03/24/2021. 2. This was confirmed by the Center Director on the date of inspection.

Open Not marked corrected in the state record

Category: recordkeeping. Open / not marked corrected.