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La Petite Academy #7139
3903 Cedar Lane
Portsmouth, VA 23703
(757) 483-4325

Current Inspector: Trisha Brown (757) 404-2601

Inspection Date: May 30, 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.
22VAC40-80 SANCTIONS.
22VAC40-80 HEARINGS PROCEDURES.
22VAC40-191 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)

Comments:
An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today. There were 46 children in care ages eight years old with eight staff. Children and staff records were reviewed. Children were observed in teacher and self-directed activities including transitions, restroom routines, snack, hand washing, play activities and story time. Required postings, emergency evacuation drills, medications, emergency items and first aid kit were also reviewed. A single violation regarding physical plant was cited and discussed with the area manager and the program director at the conclusion of the inspection.

Violations:
Standard #: 22VAC40-185-270-D
Description: Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that fans or other cooling systems are used when the temperature inside areas occupied by children exceeds 80 degrees. Evidence: 1 - The preschool and school age area of the building the thermostat reads 82 degrees. a. Upon entering the area the space felt hot compared to the three year old room. b. At 3:30pm a staff stated that the school age and preschool area was equally hot yesterday at this time of the day.

Plan of Correction: Management has been retrained as of 6/4/19 as to what the company expectations are regarding AC/HEAT emergencies. Management will place an emergency WO and partner with the DM at the time of any concerns regarding HVAC or Heat issues, effective 6/4/19, to ensure compliance.

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.

Virginia Quality is a voluntary quality rating and improvement system for early care and education facilities serving children ages birth through pre-K. To find programs participating in Virginia Quality, click here.

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