Cradles of Joy
240 Executive Center Parkway
Suite 100
Fredericksburg, VA 22401
(540) 318-7022
Current Inspector: Sharon Allen (540) 272-2941
Inspection Date: March 30, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
-
8VAC20-780 ADMINISTRATION
8VAC20-780 STAFF QUALIFICATIONS AND TRAINING
8VAC20-780 Physical plant
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:
-
Discussed outdoor play areas/playground/play area requirements
- Comments:
-
An announced initial inspection was conducted beginning at 10:00 a.m. and ended at 11:40 a.m. There were no children in care at the initial inspection. The facility was observed for age/stage appropriate supplies, activities, and equipment for the ages of children requested for licensure. Childcare areas and supplies were observed. Space was calculated for the classrooms. Outdoor space was observed. Documentation was 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 you may contact Stephanie Reed at Stephanie.Reed@doe.virginia.gov.
- Violations:
-
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-310-F Description: Based on observation, the center did not have a separate playground area of at least 25 square feet of unpaved surface per infant/toddler of outdoor area. Evidence: The majority of the outdoor space is paved/concrete patio and there is not sufficient unpaved space for the capacity of infants/toddlers requested. Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-330-A Description: Based on observation, the playground area was not designed to protect children from hazards. Evidence: On the outdoor play area, the majority of the space is paved/concrete. There are a number of lights that are installed on posts located at the bottom of the posts that create a snag, entanglement, cutting and tripping hazard. At the bottom of the posts, there are concrete supports that create tripping hazards. There are black wire landscaping fencing throughout the area that create a tripping and entanglement hazard. There is a large holly tree on the side of the play area that would be accessible to children in care. 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.
