VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

La Petite Academy #7137
341 Volvo Parkway
Chesapeake, VA 23320
(757) 547-7619

Current Inspector: Arlene Agustin (804) 629-7519

Inspection Date: Jan. 4, 2023

Complaint Related: No

Areas Reviewed:

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. 8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS. 8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 20 Access to minor?s records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Technical Assistance:

Technical Assistance provided and Licensing Standards were reviewed regarding painting exterior walls and racking leaves to the play area.

Comments:

An unannounced inspection was conducted on January 4, 2023, from 8:55am to approximately 11:30am. There were 41 children present and 12 staff members. The Inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records. The Inspector observed the interaction of staff and children throughout the inspection. Children were observed during morning snack, indoor and outdoor free play, handwashing, diapering, and group and individual activity. First aid kits and emergency preparedness documents were observed. Transportation van was observed. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliances with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. The violations were discussed with the director at the exit interview.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-160-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each staff member submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (date of hire 5/3/2021) did not have a tuberculosis screening in their record. 2. Staff #2, director, confirmed that Staff #3 did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening in their record.
Plan of Correction:	Employee was sent for a new TB test on 1/4/23. Management will develop a tickler file to ensure that all employees remain in compliance with required TB testing.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-40-D
Description:	Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the license be posted in a place conspicuous to the public (? 22.1-289.011 of the Code of Virginia). Evidence: 1. Upon walking into the center, the license was not posted in a place conspicuous to the public. 2. Staff #2 confirmed that the license was not posted.
Plan of Correction:	The license was moved on 1/4/23. DM will observe for compliance at all school visits.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each center maintain and keep a separate record for each child enrolled which contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (date of enrollment 7/11/22) did not have an address for one of the two designated people to call in case of an emergency. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that for Child #1?s record there was no address for one of the two designated people to call in case of an emergency.
Plan of Correction:	School leadership team will be retrained on all child record requirements, and verify that all required information is completed prior to enrollment at the paperwork meeting. All missing information was requested from parents and will be complete by 1/10/23.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	8VAC20-780-270. A. Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The Little Tykes car in the toddler playground was broken where the steering wheel was no longer on and there were two large screws protruding out of the exterior of it. A child was actively playing in the car and this poses an injury hazard to the toddlers in care. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #4 confirmed that the steering wheel was broken off the car. Staff #1 acknowledged the two screws protruding from the car posing an injury hazard.
Plan of Correction:	The Little Tykes piece was removed 1/4/23. The Safety Captain will ensure that all loose parts and ride ons are included in the daily playground safety checks to ensure compliance.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-430-A
Description:	Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the equipment be of an appropriate size for the child using it. Evidence: 1. During outdoor play on the playground, approximately 4 toddlers, ages 12 months to 16 months, were observed climbing and playing on a playground apparatus that is designated for children ages 2-5 years old. 2. The toddler teachers and assistant director, Staff #1, confirmed the toddlers under the ages of 2 years old play on the playground apparatus that was not of an appropriate size for the child using it as it is designated for children ages 2-5 years old.
Plan of Correction:	Toddlers will not be allowed to play on these piece of equipment beginning 1/4/23. Toddler staff will be retrained on redirecting children from this area and school leadership and the safety captain will observe for compliance daily.