The Merit School of Clarendon (#76)
2311 Wilson Blvd #112
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 566-5075
Current Inspector: Kelly Patterson-Savittiere (703) 479-4746
Inspection Date: Sept. 29, 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 CareProvisions and Emergencies
8VAC20-780 Special Services
8VAC20-820 The License
8VAC20-820 Hearings Procedures
8VAC20-770 Background Checks
20 Access to minor's records
22.1 Background Checks Code, Carbon Monoxide
63.2 Child Abuse and Neglect
- Technical Assistance:
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Discussed:
Updating allergy list in all classrooms ( removing outdated lists)
Staffing due to illness
accident/ incident reporting online
Toddler playground capacity and staggering class times.
Serving all components of lunch in a timely manner ( help if needed)
- Comments:
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An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today from 10:30am-1:20pm. There were 45 children (infants-5yrs.) directly supervised by 12 staff. The physical plant, staff records, children?s records, medications, evacuation drills, injury reports, emergency supplies, and policies were inspected. Policies and procedures regarding sick children and staffing were also discussed. Children were observed participating in group play, reading books, playing outside, and eating lunch. Diapering and hand-washing procedures were also observed. There was an supply of materials for the children. Areas of non-compliance are identified in the Violation Notice.
If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact the Licensing Inspector, Kelly.savittiere@doe.virginia.gov
- Violations:
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Standard #: 8VAC20-780-240-B Description: Based on record review, staff did not complete orientation training prior to staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date assuming job responsibilities.
Evidence: Staff A ( Hire date 3/15/2023) did not have documentation available at the time of the inspection that orientation training had been completed as required.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation, areas were not maintained as required.
Evidence: Peeling paint on wall in Pre-school A classroom.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
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- Sanitizer cleaning product was on the counter and not locked as required.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.
