VIRGINIA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES

The Del Ray Montessori School
100 & 108 E. Windsor Avenue
Alexandria, VA 22301
(703) 380-1241

Current Inspector: Ann Dramstad (703) 314-0860

Inspection Date: Jan. 12, 2024

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. 8VAC20-820 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:

Consultation was given on ensuring assessments are made to move younger children into the primary classes but maintaining the 1:10 ratio, references needed for new board officers and background checks are good for 5 years (Sworn Disclosure Statement, Central Registry as well as Fingerprints-Criminal Record Check).

Comments:

An unannounced renewal study was conducted. Observed three classrooms with one toddler group and two primary classes. Children were in ratio with direct care supervision. Observed children in small groups exploring and working on activities supported by Montessori equipment and materials. Reviewed a sample of children's records, medication on-site, one new staff record, emergency preparation, injury forms and plan, physical space and staff trainings. 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. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

Violations:

Standard #:	22.1-289.035-B-4
Description:	Based on record review and administrative staff statement, a board officer does not have an out of state background check within 30 days of assuming a position on the board. Evidence: Board Officer #1 was missing a Maryland Central Registry Check.
Plan of Correction:	State of MD will be contacted to trace background check and it isn't traced, another will be submitted.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A
Description:	Based on record review, a child is missing 2 emergency contacts that are not the parent or guardian. Evidence: Child #1's two emergency contacts are the parents.
Plan of Correction:	PArent has been contacted and the emergency contacts have been updated.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-60-A-8
Description:	Based on record review and administrative statement, a child has a documented possible allergy/intolerance but does not have a care plan. Evidence: Child #1 does not have a written plan for staff to follow in case of an exposure to the documented food.
Plan of Correction:	Parent will be contacted regarding an update of the child's possible allergy and a care plan will be requested if it is still an active possibility.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-270-A
Description:	Based on observation, an area of the center has chipped or peeling paint. Evidence: The stairs leading into the program have peeling paint and the wall board near the Sunflower classroom has chipped paint.
Plan of Correction:	The Church has been notified and repainting of the area has been requested.
Standard #:	8VAC20-780-350-Q
Description:	Based on staff statement and record review, written assessments were not completed for two children to move up into the older classrooms. Evidence: Child #2 (two years) and Child #3 (two years) were missing written assessments from the classroom teacher and program director to verify they were developmentally ready to move up into the primary classrooms (ages 3-6)
Plan of Correction:	Checklist for each child will be located and sent to inspector.