VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

University Montessori School
1034 Reservoir Road
Charlottesville, VA 22903
(434) 977-0583

Current Inspector: Michelle Argenbright (540) 848-4123

Inspection Date: Aug. 27, 2019

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

22VAC40-185 ADMINISTRATION. 22VAC40-185 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING. 22VAC40-185 PHYSICAL PLANT. 22VAC40-185 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION. 22VAC40-185 PROGRAMS. 22VAC40-185 SPECIAL CARE PROVISIONS AND EMERGENCIES. 22VAC40-185 SPECIAL SERVICES. 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSE. 22VAC40-80 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was completed on 08/27/2019 from 9:00 A.M.-2:00 P.M. At the time of the inspection 33 children were in care with five staff and one administrator present. Five children records, seven staff records, four board member background checks, one medication and required documentation, five over the counter topical ointments and documentation, seven injury reports, emergency plan, first aid kits, emergency supplies, playground, health inspection, fire inspection and posted required information were reviewed. Children were observed during morning work cycles that included math activities, handwriting, literacy, fine motor activities, quiet reading time, AM snack time, outside play time, handwashing, lunchtime, departure, and naptime. The exceptions to compliance are noted on the violation notice. If you have any questions or concerns contact the licensing inspector at (540)-430-9257 for further assistance.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-185-40-E
Description:	Based on review of children records,interview, and observation, the center failed to operate within the terms of their current license issued by the department. Evidence: 1. The center is currently licensed for children ages 3 years- 6 years of age. Child #3 was enrolled in the center on 08/20/2019 with first documented day of attendance being 08/20/2019, and was 2 years 11 months of age. Date of birth 09/15/2016. 2. Staff verified that Child #3 had been enrolled in the center on 08/20/2019 and has been in attendance since 08/20/2019. Staff also verified the age of Child #3 to be 2 years 11 months and date of birth as 09/15/2016.
Plan of Correction:	Administration was unaware of the fact that the children had to be three years of age to start, they were under the presumption that if a child was three by the end of September they were able to enroll children. Administration is going to possibly seek modification of the age of children served on their license. If the license can not be modified to serve children 2 1/2 years of age no children under the age of three will be enrolled in the future. Administration will talk with the parents of the child under the age of three to find alternate plans until the child's birthday.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-40-G
Description:	Based on review of five children's records, the center failed to obtain proof of child identity and age requirements for three children. Evidence: 1. Child #1,Child #2, and Child #3's file did not contain documentation of proof of child age and identity. Date of enrollment was 08/20/2019. 2. Staff verified that proof of child identity and age had not been obtained.
Plan of Correction:	Administration is in contact with the parents to provide proof of identity and age for the children missing documentation.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-500-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that children hands were washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Evidence: 1. In Classroom A the licensing inspector observed children preparing and sitting down for snack and they had not washed their hands. 2. In Classroom A the licensing inspector observed children cleaning up their snack items and return to activities during the morning work cycle without washing their hands after snack. 3. Staff verified that the children had not washed their hands with running water and soap or a disposable wipe before and after snack time.
Plan of Correction:	Staff immediately went over to supervise the snack area to ensure that children wash their hands before and after snack time. Administration will review handwashing procedures and requirements with all staff.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-550-M
Description:	Based on a review of injury records, the staff failed to ensure that all required information was included in four out of seven injury reports. Evidence: 1. On injury reports dated 06/12/2019, 06/14/2019, 04/14/2019, and 07/16/2019 the time parents were notified was not completed. 2. On an injury report dated 06/14/2019 the future action to prevent recurrence was completed. 3. Staff verified that the reports were missing required information.
Plan of Correction:	Administration will meet with staff and review the proper procedure to completing injury reports.