VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Wonderful Virginia Academy
13420 Minnieville Road
Woodbridge, VA 22192
(703) 670-2500

Current Inspector: Shawanda Henderson (540) 216-1434

Inspection Date: March 14, 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 (22VAC40-191) 22.1 Early Childhood Care and Education

Technical Assistance:

When children are in ongoing mixed age groups, the staff-to-children ratio and group size applicable to the youngest child in the group shall apply to the entire group. Discussed YouTube access and ensuring internet security measures/children's access Additionally, discussed: fridge temperature, Occupancy Load cards, adequate amount of food for second helpings, Daily Health Observation Training and CPR training

Comments:

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted from 9:55 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. and from 2:20 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. with the assistant director. There were 63 children in care ages 3 month through 11 years old under the care and supervision of 11 staff. Classrooms, supplies and materials were observed. Ten children's records, seven staff records and staff trainings were reviewed. Three medications, authorizations, the allergy list and emergency drills were reviewed. 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 questions regarding this inspection, contact Stephanie Reed at Stephanie.Reed@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-130-A
Description:	Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain immunizations by the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #7, enrolled 3/13/2020, did not have documentation of immunizations.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-140-A
Description:	Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of a physical exam within 30 days of attendance. Evidence: Child #7, enrolled 3/13/2020, did not have documentation of a physical in the file. Child #8, enrolled 6/21/2022, did not have documentation of a physical in the file. Child #10, enrolled10/28/2022, did not have documentation of a physical on file.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A-8
Description:	Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain a written allergy care plan from a physician for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child #4, had a documented food allergy to eggs in the record and did not have an allergy care plan in the file. Child #5, had a documented food allergy to peanuts, raw eggs and sesame, and did not have an allergy care plan in the file.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-80-A
Description:	Based on review of documentation, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance for each group of children. Evidence: In the PreK classroom, there were 11 children present and only 6 included on the attendance sheet.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-190-A
Description:	Based on review of documentation, the center did not have documentation of program director qualifications. Evidence: There was not a currently employed qualified director as of 3/14/2023.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the older infant room, there were approximately 25 ceiling tiles that were visibly stained, some of which were visibly sagging. The door on the far wall of the class had a chipped and broken door frame near the bottom that was accessible to children in care and created a scratching hazard. There was a hole approximately the size of a quarter in the floor near the door and the tile was chipped and filled with debris such as leaves and accessible to children in care. 2. In the two year old room, there is a broken toilet that is marked by masking tape ?broken?. There was a mop bucket filled with liquid and staff interview revealed that the liquid was bleach water. 3. In the toddler room, there is a mini fridge use to store a child?s cup of milk. The fridge temperature was 68 degrees and should be no higher than 40 degrees Fahrenheit. 4. In the PreK room bathroom there is a large screw at the base of the toilet that is exposed more than 8 thread lengths. 5. In the three?s classroom, a bathroom was marked out of service. A vacuum cord was loose and created a tripping hazard. The sink?s left hot water valve did not work and the sink only worked for cold water.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Based on observation, not all potentially hazardous substances were kept locked. Evidence: In the infant room, cleaning supplies were not locked. In the toddler room, cleaning supplies were not locked. In the PreK room, there was an unlocked cabinet with cleaning supplies in the interior room.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-340-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not always ensure the care and protection of children in care. Evidence: 1. In the two year old room, the classroom has Occupancy Load cards from the building official that limit the classroom to occupancy of sixteen and for ages 24 months through 36 months. At initial entry, the classroom had 17 children ages 16 months through 2 years with two staff supervising and by the end of observation there were 18 children ages 16 months through 2 years old with two teachers providing supervision. 2. Upon review of medications and documentation, the center has it documented on the allergy list that Child #4 and Child #9 have medications and there were supporting authorizations from the parent/guardians and physicans but staff was unable to locate the medication. 3. In the three year old class, Child #9, brings food from home due to food allergies and was observed being served and eating school prepared food in addition to his brought from home lunch.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-340-F
Description:	Based on observation, children under the age of 10 years old were not always within sight and sound supervision Evidence: In the PreK room, there is an interior room used for school age children. There were three children ages 7, 8 and 12 years old observed on a computer watching a YouTube program. There were two staff working with 11 preK children (age 4 years old) in the outer classroom, observed moving around the room. The three school age children were not within sight and sound at all times are required.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-350-A
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that maximum group size of 15 children for 16 to 24 month old children. Evidence: In the two year old classroom, there were 19 children ages 16 months through 2 years of age.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-350-B-2
Description:	Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that staff to children ratio was met for 1 staff for 5 children ages 16 months through 24 months. Evidence: There were 19 children ages 16 months through 2 years of age with two staff.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-390-B
Description:	Based on observation and interview with staff, it was determined that the center did not ensure there were regularly scheduled daily activities for school age children on non-school days. Evidence: There were three school age children in care and the center did not prepare adequate daily schedule for the children. Children were observed watching YouTube videos and reported ?just watching random things all morning?. When the separate issue of sight and sound supervision was addressed by the LI, the school age children were told to move to the circle time carpet in the PreK classroom to sit with electronic devices.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-500-B
Description:	Based on observation, not all diapering areas were equipped with required items. Evidence: In the infant classroom the receptacle for soiled linens was a laundry basket with large cutouts and was not leakproof. In the older infant room, there was no receptacle for soiled linens.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-510-B
Description:	Based on observation, the center did not follow medication requirements. Evidence: Child #5 had albuterol on site and no authorization from the parent/guardian.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-510-E
Description:	Based on review of medications, the center did not follow their policy regarding outdated medication. Evidence: Child #6, epi pen jr expired 7/2022 and was still on site at the center.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-510-G
Description:	Based on observation, prescription medication was not labeled with the child's name, the name of the medication, the dosage amount, and the time or times to be given. Evidence: Albuterol for Child #5 did not have the prescription label, dosage amount or time to be given.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-520-C
Description:	Based on observation, not all topical skin ointments were kept out of reach of children. Evidence: 1. In the two year old room, there was a bacitracin ointment kept on the top side of the changing table. 2. In the toddler room, diaper ointment was stored on a low shelf on the diaper changing table accessible to children.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-540-E
Description:	Based on observation, there was not an operating battery operated radio and flashlight. Evidence: There were no batteries for the radio or flashlight.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-550-G
Description:	Based on review of documentation, monthly emergency drills were not documented. Evidence: There were no fire drills for 6/2022, 8/2022 or 2/2023.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-560-G
Description:	Based on observation, food brought from home did not meet requirements. Evidence: On 3/14/2023, food for Child #4 was labeled with Child 4?s name and 1/23/2023 as the date.
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-560-M
Description:	Based on observation, children were permitted to walk around while eating or drinking. Evidence: In the two year old class, Child #1, 16 months old, was observed walking around drinking milk from a sippy cup. Child #2 and Child #3, 2 years old, was observed walking around the classroom eating
Plan of Correction:	Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.