VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Lewinsville Montessori
1613 Great Falls Street
Mc lean, VA 22101
(703) 356-4665

Current Inspector: Pamela Sneed (804) 629-2691

Inspection Date: April 1, 2021

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. 22VAC40-191 Background Checks (22VAC40-191) 63.2(17) License & Registration Procedures 63.2 Facilities & Programs.

Technical Assistance:

1. Discussed COVID-19 health and safety practices being implemented daily. 2. The official change in ownership is schedule for 4/2/21, and contingent on approval by VDSS. 3. Background check resources shared by the inspector.

Comments:

This inspection was conducted by staff using an alternative remote protocol, necessary due to a state of emergency health pandemic declared by the Governor of Virginia. An on-site inspection of the center was not conducted at this time however, a portion of the inspection included a virtual component which allowed the inspector to observe the facility (indoor and outdoor). An announced initial licensing inspection was conducted at 9:30am. This inspection is being conducted due to a change in ownership, and the inspection was conducted with the new owner and and Director of Operations. The inspection was conducted by phone, virtual observations, and an electronic review of records. Management demonstrated a good working knowledge of licensing regulations, and the Code of VA, as it applies to the operation of a child day center. There were 65 children + 14 staff present in the building during the inspection. Ratios and supervision were in compliance. Children were observed in individual learning activities, and circle time. Infants were being held, fed, and taking naps. Classrooms were well supplied with equipment and Montessori curriculum supplies. Medication management was in compliance. Staff are trained in First Aid, CPR, medication administration, and daily health observations, as required. The facility was clean and well maintained. Recordkeeping was in good order. Information gathered during the inspection determined there was one area of non-compliances with applicable standards or laws reviewed. Questions about this inspection may be directed to pamela.sneed@dss.virginia.gov Note: A revised inspection report was issued on 4/7/21. The new license cannot be issued until owner background checks are completed.

Violations:

Standard #:	22VAC40-185-560-G
Description:	Based on observations made, it was determined that food brought from home by children was not labeled properly. Evidence: Each child's lunch bag was not labeled with the date to identify the food was packed daily.
Plan of Correction:	Each child's lunch bag will be dated.
Standard #:	63.2(17)-1721.1-B-4
Description:	Based on records reviewed at the time of the inspection and interview conducted, it was determined to that 1 of 2 owners of the child day center did not have required out-of-state background checks. Evidence: Owner #2 - Did not have completed an out-of-state CPS check, and sex offender registry check.
Plan of Correction:	The sex offender check was completed on 4/5/21. The CPS check was reportedly submitted on 3/7/21, and management is awaiting completion.