Hill City Montessori School
1301 Rivermont Ave.
Lynchburg, VA 24504
(434) 207-2990
Current Inspector: Kelly Campbell (540) 309-2494
Inspection Date: Jan. 10, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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? 8VAC20-780 Administration.
? 20 Access to minor?s records
? 8VAC20-780 Staff Qualifications and Training.
? 22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education
? 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
- Comments:
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An unannounced on-site non-mandated monitoring inspection was conducted on 01/10/2023. There were 43 children, ages 5 months-6 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, morning snack, diapering, and large group time. A total of 2 children?s records and 2 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, online recording keeping and sanitizing solutions.
Kelly Campbell
Licensing Inspector
Office of Child Care Health and Safety
Division of Early Childhood Care and Education
Phone# 540-309-2494
Kelly.campbell @doe.virginia.gov
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-140-A Description: Based on review of two children's records, the
center failed to ensure that all children had a physical examination within 30 days of
enrollment.
Evidence:
1. The record for Child # 2, started on 09/12/2022, physical exam within 30 days of beginning attendance. The date on the physical exam was 11/01/2022.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-440-G Description: Based on observation and discussion with the staff, the center failed to ensure that all children 12 months and younger were using a crib.
Evidence:
1. On the day of the inspection there were seven children 12 months and younger that were sleeping on an infant bed and not in the required crib per the standard.
2. Staff # 1 and # 3 confirmed that cribs were purchased but are not being used for nap time.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-550-D Description: Based on review of the evacuation log and discussion with staff, the center failed to ensure that all monthly drills were conducted.
Evidence:
1. The December Fire Drill was not documented as being conducted.
2. Staff # 3 confirmed that the drill was not completed in December.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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.
