Metta Montessori School
1022 1026 & 1030 South Highland St
Arlington, VA 22204
(703) 920-0021
Current Inspector: Leah Pagala (703) 537-6757
Inspection Date: March 11, 2021
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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22VAC40-185 ADMINISTRATION.
22VAC40-185 PHYSICAL PLANT.
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)
- Technical Assistance:
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Technical assistance provided regarding the following standards: menu, telephone chords and shaded areas for the months of June, July and August.
The program is initially operating out of Building #1022 as it is fully furnished and equipped with materials for children. Buildings #1026 and and #1030 will be furnished and equipped with materials over the weekend. The director and inspector discussed the plan to ensure the buildings are fully equipped with materials needed. All buildings have been inspected for health and safety standards.
- Comments:
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This inspection was conducted by licensing staff using an alternate remote protocol, necessary due to a state of emergency health pandemic declared by the Governor of Virginia.
An initial inspection was initiated on March 11, 2021 and concluded on the same date. The director was contacted by telephone to initiate the inspection. There were no children present. The inspector emailed the director a list of items required to complete the inspection. The Inspector and director discussed the programs plan to ensure the facility is furnished and fully equipped. The inspector reviewed records submitted by the facility to ensure documentation was complete.
Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance(s) with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the facility.
The Licensing Inspector has reviewed with the provider COVID-19 Essential Guidance for Child Care programs.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 22VAC40-185-380-A Description: Based on observation, the center did not have a daily schedule posted.
Evidence: There was no daily schedule posted in the rooms.Plan of Correction: We will ensure a daily schedue is posted.
Standard #: 22VAC40-185-500-B Description: Based on observation, the center did not have a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.
Evidence: There was not a foot operated storage/disposal system for soiled diapers in the bathroom.Plan of Correction: We will purchase a foot operated garbage can.
Standard #: 22VAC40-185-540-A Description: Based on observation, the first aid kits did not contain all required items.
Evidence:
On the first floor of Building 1022, the first aid kit is missing gauze and adhesive tape.
On the second floor of Building 1022, the first aid kit is missing rubber gloves.
On both floors of Building 1030, the first aid kits are missing a thermometer.Plan of Correction: We will make sure all first aid kits are complete.
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.
