VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

Holistic Life Schools
3620 South Plaza Trail
Virginia beach, VA 23452
(757) 219-2722

Current Inspector: Kimberly Sampson (757) 354-7307

Inspection Date: May 24, 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) 20 Access to minor?s records 22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide 63.2 Child Abuse & Neglect

Technical Assistance:

Inspector spoke with the Director about 8VAC20-780-550 during this inspection.

Comments:

An unannounced monitoring visit and facility tour was conducted on 5/24/23. At the time of inspectors' arrival there were 65 preschool to kindergarten aged children in care with 7 staff members and 1 administrator. Children were observed interacting with staff, outdoor play, lunch and hand washing. A sample of 5 children's records and 5 staff records were reviewed. Injury reports and medications were also reviewed. Areas of noncompliance are identified on the violation notice and were discussed with the director in an exit meeting at the conclusion of this inspection.

Violations:

Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure the record for each child contained all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1(enrolled 5/22/23) did not contain the address and phone number for mother, name and phone number for doctor, and the name, address, and phone number for two emergency contacts. 2. Staff confirmed child #1 was in care and this information was not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Director will request this information from parent at pick up.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-260-B
Description:	Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not receive annual approval from the health department. Evidence: 1. The health inspection that was available was dated 3/14/22. 2. Staff confirmed that there has not been a more recent health inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Director will request health inspection.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation it was determined the center did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the restroom used by children in care there was a broken metal toilet paper holder attached to the wall. 2. In the staff storage area/shelter-in-place location there were tall shelves that were not anchored and rocked when pulled on. 3. In the Pre-K (3-4 y/o) there were "rainbow loom" rubber bands on the floor presenting potential choking hazards. 4. Outside in the play area there was: a. Exposed rust and splintered wood on the large spools. b. Broken chair c. Broken boards and exposed screws d. Broken plastic benches e. Splintered wood on bench and sink
Plan of Correction:	The center had already noted these areas and are in the process of completing the necessary maintenance.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-B
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There were two unlocked cleaners in the foyer. 2. There was floor cleaner in spray bottle unlocked in the Pre-K area. 3. There were various cleaners in the unlocked kitchenette. 4. There was sanitizer unlocked in the restroom. 5. Cleaning solutions and lemon essential oil were unlocked in the kindergarten area. 6. Staff confirmed that these chemicals were not locked during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	We will be installing sliding locks on the teacher cabinets.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-280-D
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure cleaning and sanitizing materials were not located above food or food equipment. Evidence: 1. Cleaning chemicals were stored on top of the refrigerator in the kitchenette. 2. Staff conformed that chemicals were on top of the refrigerator during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Chemicals were immediately moved and placed in appropriate location.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-330-B
Description:	Based on observation and measurement the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99. Evidence: 1. There was between 3" to less than 1" of mulch in the fall zones of the 6 swings, 3 slides, and 5 climbing areas of the playground equipment where 6" is required. 2. Staff confirmed that there was not 6" of mulch in the fall zones of the playground equipment during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Director will order more mulch.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-540-E
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure they had the required nonmedical emergency supplies. Evidence: 1. There was no battery operated flashlight or battery operated radio in the center. 2. staff confirmed that the nonmedical emergency supplies were not available during this inspection.
Plan of Correction:	Director will acquire a battery operated flashlight and radio for the center.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-560-G
Description:	Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that food brought from home was dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: 1. Lunchboxes throughout the center were not labeled with name and/or dates. 2. Staff confirmed that the lunchboxes were not properly labeled throughout the center.
Plan of Correction:	Director will retrain staff on labeling food brought from home.