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: Nov. 30, 2023 and Dec. 1, 2023
Complaint Related: Yes
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Administration
8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training
8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision
8VAC20-780 Programs
- Comments:
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A complaint investigation was initiated on November 30, 2023 with another local agency and ended on December 4, 2023 regarding a administration and staffing and supervision. Interviews were conducted, and documentation reviewed. There was preponderance of evidence to support the allegation regarding supervision and administration. The complaint was deemed valid with r Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice.
If you have questions regarding the investigation, you may contact the licensing inspector, Kelly.savittiere@doe.virginia.gov
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes Description: Based on written documentation, the center failed to follow it's own policy and procedure for behavior guidance.
1. Page 16 of the employee handbook states : " The manager on duty will complete the Plan of Action to Prevent Recurrence of Injury using one of the following choices: * Review classroom safety rules. *Conference with parents about ( For example: appropriate footwear, behavior management plan, etc.) *Design & Implement activities that promote skills. ( For example :gross motor, fine motor, conflict resolution, etc.) NOTE: If one of the above choices does not fit the situation , call your District Director to discuss an appropriate response* The manager and teacher will sign the incident report."
2. Staff #1 did not escalate concerns regarding Child B's ( 1 year 5 months old) behavior to the center director and regional management as needed based on concerns per policy.
3. Staff #1 did not create a written plan in place for Child A's repeat occurrences of scratching other children. The scratching incidents occurred on 9/11/2023, 10/11/2023, 11/21/2023.
4. Staff #1 signed acknowledgement of the Employee Handbook on 6/2022.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-420-E-3 Complaint related: Yes Description: Based on interviews and record reviews, parents were not provided at least semiannually in writing information on their child's development, behavior, adjustments and needs.
Evidence: There is no written documentation that the parents of Child A were made aware of behavior concerns or that and a plan put in place that was needed to support child's needs.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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.
