Courthouse Academy
3217 Monet Drive
Virginia beach, VA 23453
(757) 368-0368
Current Inspector: Rene Old (757) 404-1784
Inspection Date: July 25, 2022
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.
8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770)
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
- Technical Assistance:
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Moveable toys and equipment should not be placed in any fall zone area surrounding outdoor play structures.
The plastic coating needs to replaced over bolts inside the rock climbing wall.
Discussed repair/replacement of broken fence slats.
Keep an eye on landscape sheeting to ensure the sheets remain covered to prevent trip hazard.
- Comments:
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An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted on 07/25/2022 from 10:40 am - 1:20 pm. At the time of entrance there were 134 children present with 20 teaching staff. The children in care ranged in age from infant - school age. Children were observed during outdoor play, circle time and lunch. Several infants were observed napping in cribs.
Records were reviewed for five children and five staff.
Violations were found in the areas of administration and special services. These violations are listed on the violation notice and were reviewed with the program director at the conclusion of the inspection.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-130-E Description: Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years.
Evidence:
1. The most recent immunizations on file for child 1, age 14 months, were administered on 06/18/2021.
2. Administrative staff confirmed that an updated immunization record had not been obtained for child 1.Plan of Correction: The parent of child 1 was contacted during the inspection and asked to provide a copy of the current immunization record.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-M Description: Based on observation and interview, the center failed to maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present.
Evidence:
1. The allergy list, which is posted in the office, was not available in the classrooms.
a. Staff confirmed that the allergy list was not available in the classrooms occupied by children during the inspection.Plan of Correction: Each classroom will be provided with a current list of children's allergies and sensitivities and dietary restrictions. The list will be placed in an area that is confidential yet available to staff.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-70 Description: Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment.
Evidence:
1. Staff 1, hire date 5/11/22, lacked documentation of two reference checks.
2. Staff 2, hire date 5/10/22, lacked documentation of two reference checks.
3. Administrative staff confirmed that two written reference checks were not on file for both staff.Plan of Correction: Written references were obtained for staff 2 during the inspection.
Written references for staff 1 will be obtained within the week.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-560-G Description: Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that when food is brought from home the food container shall be clearly dated.
Evidence:
1. Ten of ten lunch containers reviewed were not dated.Plan of Correction: Small laminated calendars have been placed on each lunch box for the purpose of marking off each date. Staff will be reminded to check to ensure the attached calendar is properly checked each morning when children arrive.
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.
