Great Things Christian Childcare Center
1069 N. George Washington Highway
Chesapeake, VA 23323
(757) 606-2098
Current Inspector: Nanette Roberts (757) 404-2322
Inspection Date: Dec. 5, 2022
Complaint Related: Yes
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Administration.
8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training.
8VAC20-780 Physical Plant.
8VAC20-780 Staffing and Supervision.
8VAC20-780 Programs.
8VAC20-780 Special Care Provisions and Emergencies
8VAC20-780 Special Services.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSE.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
- Comments:
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An unannounced complaint investigation was initiated on 12/522 and was concluded on 12/20/22 in response to a complaint received by the licensing office on 12/5/22 regarding building maintenance. Observation, record reviews, and interviews were conducted relating to the allegations on 12/5/22. The information gathered during the investigation does support the allegation, so the complaint is determined to be "valid". If you have any questions, contact the licensing inspector at (757)354-7307.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-C Complaint related: No Description: Based on observation, record review, and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the temperature was maintained no lower than 68?F in the indoor areas occupied by children.
Evidence:
1. A complaint was received on 12/5/22 stating that the temperature inside the building at 9:00 am was 54 degrees.
2. On 12/5/22 at 1:45 pm the temperature in the infant classroom(unit D) was 65.7 degrees. At this time is was 54 degrees outside and the heating system for the adjoined preschool classroom(unit C) had been repaired earlier in the day.
3. Staff confirmed that the heat hasn't been operating for "about a month" and "staff and the children have been wearing winter outerwear to stay warm inside.
4. Space heaters were not provided for the classrooms until 12/6/22.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: No Description: Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure the care, protection, and guidance of the children in care.
Evidence:
1. Staff reported that the heat had not been working since approximately 11/8/22.
2. The center did not provide temporary heating while heating system was broken from approximately 11/8/22 until 12/5/22.
3. From 11/14/22-12/5/22 there were 8 days where the temperature outside have been below freezing during the center's operating hours. Due to the heat not operating, the indoor temperature would have been below 65 degrees.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.
