Guidepost Montessori at Broadlands
42945 Waxpool Rd
Ashburn, VA 20148
(703) 723-3364
Current Inspector: Lisa Hudson (571) 389-2459
Inspection Date: Dec. 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.
8VAC20-820 THE LICENSING PROCESS.
8VAC20-820 HEARINGS PROCEDURES.
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:
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As discussed, please remind staff to refill the paper towel dispenser with paper towels rather than place a new roll on top to ensure children have access to the paper towels.
Discussed the importance of ensuring that either parents or staff update the attendance record at each arrival or departure.
- Comments:
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An unannounced Monitoring inspection was conducted today. A total of 54 children with 9 staff were onsite today. A total of 5 classrooms were occupied today. The children had finished lunch and was transitioning to naptime. The school aged children in the Children's House classrooms were moved to another classroom and the remainder of the children ages 3 and 4 were combined for nap time. Observation of all 5 classrooms was conducted. Some medication onsite and was also reviewed. A total of 5 staff files and 3 children's files were reviewed. Some violations were found during the inspection today. All were reviewed with the Head of School. This inspection occurred between 12pm and 3pm today. Thank you for your cooperation today. Please email me at: lisa.hudson@doe.virginia.gov with any questions.
- Violations:
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Standard #: 22.1-289.035-B-4 Description: Based on staff record review, one out of state background check result has not been received within 30 days of hire.
Evidence:
1. Staff #4 was hired on 05/16/2019.
2. Staff #4 has resided out of state and a Central Registry Search result has not been received for this staff.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-40-M Description: Based on observation of the center, the written list of children's allergies was not current.
Evidence:
The posted list of children's allergies was not updated and listed children assigned to previous classrooms and included children no longer enrolled.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-80-A Description: Based on observation, the center failed to maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.
Evidence:
1.The attendance record for Classroom #1 showed a total of 17 children currently in attendance.
2. There were a total of 14 children currently in the center.
3. The record of attendance did not include the departure of 3 children from Classroom #1.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-270-A Description: Based on observation of one classroom, equipment was not maintained in a clean and operable condition.
Evidence:
1. A toilet located in Classroom #7 was not able to flush the debris.
2. Staff were aware of the inoperable toilet but had not reported it to management.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-280-B Description: Based on observation of the center, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place that prevented access by children.
Evidence:
The cabinet located in Classroom #7 had cleaning agents inside and was unlocked and accessible to the children in care.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-330-B Description: Based on observation of the toddler playground, resilient surfacing does not comply with the minimum safety standards.
Evidence:
The fall zone located at the base of the slide did not have sufficient resilient surfacing. A minimum depth of six inches of resilient surfacing was not maintained.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-500-B Description: Based on observation of the center, a handsfree receptacle for diaper disposal was not being used.
Evidence:
In Classroom #7, a receptacle used to dispose of soiled diapers required staff to use their hands to open the top of the receptacle.Plan of Correction: Not available online. Contact Inspector for more information.
Standard #: 8VAC20-780-510-E Description: Based on review of medication, the center failed to follow their own medication policy.
Evidence:
Child #2 has an emergency medication onsite. The physician authorization for this medication expired in December 2022.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.
