Higher Horizons Early Head Start
6201 Leesburg Pike
Suite 5 and 8
Falls church, VA 22044
(571) 499-6642
Current Inspector: Leah Pagala (703) 537-6757
Inspection Date: July 6, 2022
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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8VAC20-780 Administration
8VAC20-780 Physical plant.
8VAC20-780 STAFFING AND SUPERVISION.
8VAC20-780 PROGRAMS.
8VAC20-780 Special care provisions and emergencies.
8VAC20-780 SPECIAL SERVICES.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (22VAC40-191)
63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect
- Technical Assistance:
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Discussed storage of radio/flashlight should be on each floor where children receive care.
Discussed cleaning and sanitizing of tables before and after meals.
- Comments:
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An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today from 9:45 - 11:25 AM. The Inspector arrived to find 26 children with 12 staff. The children were observed in their class or outside playing. There were no children currently enrolled with medication needs. The staff all have completed Preservice, CPR, and various staff have MAT certification. Emergency procedures were discussed as was storage of emergency supplies and practice drills were recorded. Files and required permits were reviewed. Please call with questions 703 479-4679
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation, it was determined there are counter tops not maintained in a clean condition.
Evidence:
1. Counter tops in the Achiever and the Navigator classroom have cracks and pieces ripped off leaving the particle board exposed.Plan of Correction: These will be the first classes to have counter tops replaced.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-330-F Description: Based on observation it was determined the center does not have a shady area provided on the playground during the summer months.
Evidence:
1. The playground is next to the building but there is not shade throughout the day.Plan of Correction: Obtain proposals date for contractors to install shaded area.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-500-B Description: Based on observation, it was determined the center is not ensuring the diapering surface is only used for diapering.
Evidence:
1. The changing surface in the Explorer and the Navigator class had materials left on the diapering surface.Plan of Correction: Remind staff that the changing surfaces are to always be clean and free of materials. Materials were removed from changing surface.
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.
