VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Little Learners Academy LLC
45135 Waterpointe Terrace
#100
Ashburn, VA 20147
(703) 729-2224

Current Inspector: Tameika King (804) 629-7486

Inspection Date: Jan. 13, 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. 8VAC20-770 Background Checks (8VAC20-770) 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Technical Assistance:

Discussed with the provider: lockdown procedures and drills

Comments:

An unannounced Renewal Inspection took place on 01/13/2023 between the hours of approximately 11:35 a.m. and 1:05 p.m. There were 4 classrooms observed with a total of 32 children with 6 staff within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed eating lunch and other organized activities. A complete inspection of the physical plant, playground, children and staff records, fire drill log, medication and emergency procedures were observed during this inspection. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. If you have any questions, please e-mail me at tameika.king@doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during the inspection.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-130-E
Description:	Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: Child #1?s (age: 14 months) most recent immunization record was dated 01/13/2022.
Plan of Correction:	We contacted the parents yesterday requesting the record.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-40-G
Description:	Based on record review and staff interview, the center did not meet the proof of child identity and age requirements. Evidence: The center did not verify proof of identity for Child # 3 (start date:01/04/2023) within seven days of enrollment.
Plan of Correction:	We will remind the parents to bring it in.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-40-M
Description:	Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not 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. Evidence: 1. Staff# 3 and Staff# 4 stated that Child #1 has an egg allergy. 2.The allergy lists posted in the Infant, Preschool and Pre-K classroom did not list Child #1?s allergy.
Plan of Correction:	Corrected during inspection
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A spray bottle containing floor cleaner, a spray bottle containing a bleach/water solution, a spray disinfectant and an air freshener were on a shelf in the Pre-K bathroom, accessible to children.
Plan of Correction:	We will remove them now.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-G
Description:	Based on observation and staff interview, not all substitute containers, for hazardous substances not stored in the original container, clearly indicated their contents. Evidence: 1. A spray bottle on a shelf in the Pre-K bathroom was not labeled with its contents. 2. Staff #5 stated that the bottle contained a floor cleaner.
Plan of Correction:	We will label it now.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-A
Description:	Based on observation, over-the-counter skin products were kept beyond the expiration date of the product. Evidence: Under the changing table in the Preschool classroom, a healing ointment belonging to Child #5 expired September 2022.
Plan of Correction:	We will get rid of it.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-C
Description:	Based on observation, not all diaper ointments or crems were labeled with the child?s name. Evidence: A diaper cream belonging to Child #6 was not labeled with the child?s name.
Plan of Correction:	We will label it.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-550-B
Description:	Based on record review, the center?s written emergency preparedness plan did not contain all procedural components. Evidence: The center?s written emergency preparedness plan did not contain procedural components for a lockdown.
Plan of Correction:	We will work with the sheriff's office to develop lockdown procedures.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-550-F
Description:	Based on record review and staff interview, the center did not practice lockdown procedures at least annually. Evidence: Staff #3 stated that the center has not practiced lockdown procedures.
Plan of Correction:	We will do a lockdown drill.