Stepping Stone Preschool LLC
9827 Courthouse Road
Spotsylvania, VA 22553
(540) 898-7176
Current Inspector: Beth Velke (804) 629-8302
Inspection Date: Dec. 11, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- 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.
8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
20 Access to minor?s records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
32.1 Report by person other than physician
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
- Comments:
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An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted on 12/11/23 from 9:30 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. with the Director. There were 23 children in care, ranging in age from four to six-years-old, supervised by six staff. The children were observed in circle time. Four child records and six staff records were reviewed. The Center has six staff with current certification in CPR and First Aid, and six staff trained in Daily Health Observation Training. One medication and the authorization form were reviewed. Required postings were observed. The attendance, menu, and emergency drill log were reviewed. The first aid kit, flashlight, and battery- operated radio were observed. The most recent Fire Inspection on file was dated 08/01/23 and the most recent Health Inspection on file was dated 08/08/23. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice. If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Beth Velke, at beth.velke@doe.virginia.gov or 804-629-8302.
Please complete the "Plan of Correction" and "Date to be Corrected" areas on the Violation Notice for each violation cited and return to me by 5 p.m. on 12/29/23.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation, it was determined that not all areas of the center inside and outside were maintained in a safe condition.
Evidence:
1. On the playground, the wooden fence had four nails protruding out from the fence approximately one-half inch in length and nails were protruding from the bottom of the fence creating an impalement and scratch hazard.
2. The wooden fence had three warped boards, one of the boards had become separated at the bottom and was projecting toward the play area creating a trip hazard.Plan of Correction: All nails will be hammered in and warped boards will be fixed.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-550-D Description: Based on review of documentation and interview; the center did not implement a monthly practice evacuation drill.
Evidence: Repeat Violation
The drill log did not contain documentation of a drill conducted in November 2023.Plan of Correction: Evacuation Drill will be done for December
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.
