VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

The Curious Minds Montessori School
24963 Ashgarten Drive
Chantilly, VA 20152
(703) 722-1428

Current Inspector: Leah Pagala (703) 537-6757

Inspection Date: Feb. 4, 2020

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) 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect 63.2(17) License & Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities & Programs.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 11:15am-2:15pm. There were 32 children directly supervised by 10 staff. The physical plant, 5 staff records, 5 children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Children were observed playing outside, transitioning from one activity to another, washing hands, getting ready for nap time, and sleeping. Teacher interactions with children were observed and viewed to be positive. Transitions were orderly and seemed part of the routine. There was a supply of materials for the children. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Leah Pagala at leah.pagala@dss.virginia.gov or (703) 537-6757.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-185-130-A
Description:	Based on record review, the child did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child 1 is missing documentation of being immunized prior to the child's first date of attendance on 11/1/2019.
Plan of Correction:	We will each out to the parents of the child to acquire the documentation.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-140-A
Description:	Based on record review, the child did not obtain documentation that Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician Evidence: Child 1 is missing documentation of having a physical examination.
Plan of Correction:	We will each out to the parents of the child to acquire the documentation.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-160-C
Description:	Based on record review, staff did not at least every two years from the date of the most recent screening or testing provide documentation that they are free from tuberculosis in a communicable form. Evidence: Staff 1 has a tuberculosis screening last conducted on 7/8/2017. Staff 2 has a tuberculosis screening last conducted on 12/21/2017.
Plan of Correction:	Staff will be asked to acquire the documentation.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-60-A
Description:	Based on record review, the center did not maintain all required information in the child's file. Evidence: Child 1 is missing a parent work number.
Plan of Correction:	We will ask parents for the information.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-80-A
Description:	Based on record review, the center did not maintain a written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: In Sakura class, attendance was not taken for the 4 children in the class.
Plan of Correction:	Staff will be reminded to take attendance regularly.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-280-B
Description:	Based on observation, hazardous materials such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Franjpani classroom, the closet door was open and disinfecting wipes were stored in the open closet.
Plan of Correction:	Upon inspection, the door was closed and locked.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-420-E-3
Description:	Based on record review, at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. Evidence: 2) Child 5 were last updated in 8/2017.
Plan of Correction:	We will each out to the parents of the child to acquire the documentation for an update.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-510-L
Description:	Based on observation, record review and interview, the center did not maintain a record of medication given children. Evidence: 1) Staff informed inspector stated Child 6 was receiving a nebulizer treatment last week. 2) Staff administering the medication stated that the medication log was kept in the bag with the nebulizer equipment. The medication was sent home with the parents because the treatment was completed. 3) There is no documentation that the medication was administered.
Plan of Correction:	Director and assistant will work together to ensure all medications are in compliance. Director will assign one person in charge of all medications.
Standard #:	22VAC40-185-510-N
Description:	Based on observation and record review, expired medication was not disposed of by the center. Evidence: Child 6 had an emergency medication (epipen jr) which expired on 6/2019 and was at the center at the time of inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Director and assistant will work together to ensure all medications are in compliance. Director will assign one person in charge of all medications.