Sparks Early Learning Academy
38 Chatham Heights Road
Fredericksburg, VA 22405
(540) 903-5857
Current Inspector: Sharon Allen (540) 272-2941
Inspection Date: June 13, 2023
Complaint Related: No
- Areas Reviewed:
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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
8VAC20-770 BACKGROUND CHECKS (8VAC20-770)
22.1 BACKGROUND CHECKS CODE; CARBON MONOXIDE
- Comments:
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An unannounced renewal study was conducted from 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm. There were 23 children in care being supervised by 3 staff. The children were observed resting. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, medication, special care and emergencies and nutrition. A total of eight child records and four staff records 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 you may contact Sharon Allen at 540-272-2941 or sharon.allen@doe.virginia.gov.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-500-B Description: Based on observation it was determined that not all procedures were followed as required. Evidence: 1.) There are two rips in the diaper pad in the toddler room making the diaper pad no longer nonabsorbent. 2.) There is a rip in the diaper pad in the two's/three's classroom making the diaper pad no longer nonabsorbent. 3.) The portable sinks utilized for handwashing after diapering in the toddler room and the two's/three's room does not have a heating mechanism allowing for warm water for handwashing. Plan of Correction: The ripped diaper pads will be replaced. The heating mechanisms will be added to the portable sinks.
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.
