The Gardner School of Manassas

Repeat violation

“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The repeat TB screening for Staff A was due eight months ago and had not yet been completed. The repeat TB screening for Staff B was due two months ago and had not yet been completed.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C.

Repeat violation

“All staff who work directly with children shall have current CPR certification within the first 90 days of employment. Staff C, who has been working with children for 17 months did not have documentation of current CPR certification.”

Rule 8VAC20-790-600-D-1.

Repeat violation

“All staff who work directly with children shall have current First Aid certification within the first 90 days of employment. Staff C, who has been working with children for 17 months did not have documentation of current First Aid certification.”

Rule 8VAC20-790-600-D-2.

All staff who work directly with children shall have current CPR certification within the first 90 days of employment.

“1. Staff E, who has been working with children for ten months did not have documentation of current CPR certification. 2. Staff G, who has been working with children for more than 13 months did not have documentation of current CPR certification.”

Rule 8VAC20-790-600-D-1.

All staff who work directly with children shall have current first aid certification within the first 90 days of employment.

“1. Staff E, who has been working with children for ten months did not have documentation of current first aid certification. 2. Staff G, who has been working with children for more than 13 months did not have documentation of current first aid certification.”

Rule 8VAC20-790-600-D-2.

8VAC20-780-270-A

“The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a safe condition. 1. There is peeling paint on the wall in the Pre-K classroom 2. On the back fence of the pre-school playground there is an open area between the bottom of the fence and the ground that is about 12 inches tall posing an entrapment hazard. There is also rusted metal protruding from the bottom of the fence.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

REPEAT VIOLATION The center is required to practice monthly evacuation drills.

“The most recent evacuation drill was conducted 05/06/2025.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

REPEAT VIOLATION For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.

“There were ten children present in the three year old room, but only seven were marked present on the attendance record. There were 13 children present in the second, three year old room, but only 10 were marked present on the attendance record.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-A.

Central Registry Checks are required to be requested for staff prior to the first day of employment.

“The record for staff D, who has been actively working alone with children for seven months, did not contain a central registry check or proof that one had been requested. The record for staff F, who has been actively working alone with children for five months, did not contain a central registry check or proof that one had been requested. The record for staff G, who has been actively working alone with children for seven weeks, did not contain a central registry check or proof that one had been requested.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-3. From a complaint.

REPEAT VIOLATION Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children.

“Staff C had no documentation of a TB screening on file and has been employed for nine months. Staff F had no documentation of a TB screening on file and has been employed for five months.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A. From a complaint.

REPEAT VIOLATION A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening.

“The repeat TB screening for Staff A was due ten months ago and had not yet been completed.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C. From a complaint.

REPEAT VIOLATION Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment.

Rule 8VAC20-780-70. From a complaint.

The center is required to have employees undergo a central registry background check and criminal history check every five years.

“The most recent central registry check for staff #3 was overdue by two years and four months. The most recent determination letter based on fingerprinting for staff #3 was overdue by one year and seven months.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-A.

The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.

“Staff #1, employed for more than 16 months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check or a sex offender registry check from the state the staff resided within the last five years.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center.

“Child #3, who had been attending for five months, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-130-A.

Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.

“There was no physical examination in the record of child #2, who had been enrolled for five months.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-140-A.

Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children.

“Staff #1 had no documentation of a TB screening on file and has been employed for 16 months.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening.

“The updated screening for Staff #3 was due 23 months ago.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C.

Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire.

“Staff #2, who was working with children for the last six years, has not yet completed this course. Staff #3, who was working with children for the last ten years, has not yet completed this course.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-A.

Staff are required to complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.

“Staff #2, who has been actively working at the center for six years, did not have documentation of completed orientation training on file. Staff #3, who has been actively working at the center for ten years, did not have documentation of completed orientation training on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-B.

The center is required to practice monthly evacuation drills.

“The most recent evacuation drill was conducted 12/20/2024.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

The center is required to practice lockdown procedures annually.

“The most recent lockdown drill was conducted 10/11/2023.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-F.

Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information.

“The record for Child #1, enrolled for five months, was missing one of the two required emergency contacts. The record for Child #4, enrolled for two years, was missing documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

A written care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.

“Child #4, who has been enrolled for two years, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file. Child #5, who has been enrolled for six months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A-8.

Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment.

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs.

“At approximately 3:10 p.m. on 2/10/2025, there were seven children present in the infant room, but only six were marked present on the attendance record. There were 17 children present in the three year old room, but only 16 were marked present on the attendance record.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-80-A.

The required ratio for children age two years is one staff per eight children.

“It was reported that on 02/07/2025 there were 19 children in the two year old classroom being supervised by two staff from 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-3. From a complaint.

Behavioral guidance shall be constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, and shall be intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts.

“On 12/17/2024 at around 4:30 pm in the toddler classroom, Staff A observed child A hit a classmate in the face. Staff A then reportedly smacked child A on the left side of the face. Child A reportedly cried for about one minute after the incident.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-400-B.

The following acts are forbidden: physical punishment, striking a child, roughly handling or shaking a child, restricting movement through binding or tying, forcing a child to assume an uncomfortable position, or exercise as punishment.

“On 12/17/2024 Staff A smacked Child A (age 21 months) on the left side of the face.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-410-1.

22.1-289.035-A

“(Repeat Violation) The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent sworn statement for staff #5 was overdue by a year and four months.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-A.

22.1-289.035-B-4

“(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #2, employed for more than 1 year, did not have documentation of requesting an out of state central registry check and staff #6, employed for 3 months, did not have documentation of requesting an out of state central registry check or criminal history check.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

8VAC20-780-160-A

“The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Staff #2 has no screening documentation and has been employed for one year. Staff #3 has a screening completed five months after hire.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

8VAC20-780-160-C

“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The updated screening for Staff #4 was due one month ago.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C.

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Two cans of disinfectant with warning labels, ?Keep out of reach of children,? were in an unlocked cabinet in the Exploration (two’s) classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

8VAC20-780-340-A

“(Repeat Violation) The center shall always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of all children. In the Fascination B classroom, an infant was observed sleeping in a crib with a stuffed animal resting against their face. Soft objects increase the risk of SIDS and suffocation.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

8VAC20-780-350-B-1

“The required ratio for children ages birth to 16 months is one staff per four children. Staff #6 was observed supervising eight children in the Discovery B classroom (youngest child 15 months old) during naptime.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-1.

8VAC20-780-40-M

“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The lists in the Imagination A classroom, Exploration B classroom, Acceleration A classroom and the Acceleration B classroom were dated nine months ago and not current, per staff.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

8VAC20-780-440-L

“Pillows shall not be used by children under two years of age. Child #5 and child #6, who are under two years of age, were observed napping with pillows.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-440-L.

8VAC20-780-500-A

“(Repeat Violation) Children’s hands shall be washed with soap and running water after toileting, or any contact with blood, feces or urine. Staff shall wash hands with soap and running water before and after a diaper change. Staff #3 changed a child’s diaper in the Discover A (toddler) room and did not wash the child’s hands with soap and water afterwards. Staff #3 did not wash their own hands before or after changing a child’s diaper.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“(Repeat Violation) The diapering surface shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Staff #3 cleaned the diaper changing surface but did not sanitize the surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-530-A

“At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. Staff #1, staff #4, and staff #5 were observed alone with a group of children and are not certified in CPR or first aid. Staff #6 was observed alone with a group of children with CPR and first aid certification that expired seven months ago.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-530-A.

8VAC20-780-550-D

“(Repeat Violation) The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. There was no documented evacuation drill in August, 2024.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

8VAC20-780-60-A

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

8VAC20-780-70

“(Repeat Violation) Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff #2, who has been actively working at the center for the past year, staff # 3, who has been actively working at the center for over 14 months, and staff #6, who has been actively working at the center for over 15 months did not have two completed reference verifications on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

22.1-289.035-A

“Based on record review, the facility failed to obtain an updated Sworn Statement for all staff every 5 years, as required. Evidence: the record for staff #6 had a sworn statement dated: 9/11/2017.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-A.

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on record review, the facility failed to obtain a sworn statement for all staff prior to hire, as required. Evidence: the record for staff #5 (date of hire: 9/18/2023) did not contain documentation of a sworn statement.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-B.

8VAC20-780-130-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations required by the State Board of Health prior to the first day of attendance. Evidence: the record for child #3 (start date: 3/20/2023) did not contain documentation of immunizations.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-130-A.

8VAC20-780-140-A

“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to, or within 30 days of the child’s first day of attendance. Evidence: the record for child #3 (start date: 3/20/2023) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-140-A.

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to obtain documentation of annual approval from the health department. Evidence: the most recent documented health department inspection on file was dated: 12/2/2021.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-260-B.

8VAC20-780-340-A

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

8VAC20-780-500-A

“Based on observation, not all handwashing procedures were followed, as required. Evidence: In the Discovery B classroom, children’s hands were not washed with soap and water after diaper changes, or before sitting at the table for lunch, and staff did not wash their hands before and after changing children’s diapers, or before serving food.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, not all diapers were disposed of in a leakproof storage system that is used in such a way that neither the staff member’s hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence: In the Discovery B classroom, when disposing of a diaper, staff used their hand to lift the trash can lid, causing their hand, and the diaper, to touch the exterior surface during disposal.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on review of documentation, it was determined that emergency evacuation procedures were not practiced monthly, as required. Evidence: there was no evacuation drill documented for April, 2024.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

8VAC20-780-550-E

“Based on review of documentation, it was determined that shelter-in-place procedures were not practiced a minimum of twice per year, as required. Evidence: the most recent documented shelter-in-place drills were conducted on: 3/10/2020 and 10/3/2023.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-E.

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review, not all records contained all required information. Evidence: The record for staff #1 (date of hire: 11/7/2022) did not have documentation that two or more references were checked before employment.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

8VAC20-780-340-F

“Based on interviews, it was determined that a child under ten years of age was not always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1) Between approximately 10:45-11:15 am on 3/5/2024, a two year old child was discovered alone in an enrichment room by staff who were walking by. Classroom staff were not aware that the child was missing, therefore the exact amount of time the child was out of sight and sound supervision is not known.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-F.

8VAC20-780-40-E

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E.

8VAC20-780-160-A

“Based on a review of five staff files and interviews with administrative staff, it was determined that there was no tuberculosis test/screening on file for one staff at the time of hire. Evidence: Staff # 1 was hired on 7/17/23 and there was no tuberculosis test/screening on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

8VAC20-780-240-C

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-C.

8VAC20-780-260-A

“Based on interview with administrative staff, the facility could not provide documentation of a fire inspection report, fire inspections are due annually.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-260-A.

8VAC20-780-260-B

“Based on a review of the most recent health inspection report and interview with administrative staff, it was determined that the health inspection had not been conducted annually. Evidence: The health inspection report provided by the facility was dated 11/5/19.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-260-B.

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed the laundry room which is located inside the the kitchen unlocked. There were several containers of disinfectant solution and stain remover accessible to children. Neither the kitchen door nor the door to laundry room were locked.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, it was determined that the fall zones underneath and surrounding the outside play equipment was not a resilient surface. Evidence: 1. At the end of the partially enclosed tan slide on the 3/4 year old playground and at the end of the tan slide on the 2/3 playground the resilient surface ( mulch) had decomposed and turned to soil, soil is not considered a resilient surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

8VAC20-780-370-5

“Based on interviews with the staff, it was determined that they are not documenting the amount of tummy time the infant’s receive in the Fascination B and C classrooms, both rooms care for infants.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-370-5.

8VAC20-780-40-M

“Based on observation, it was determined that the center’s posted allergy, sensitivity, and dietary restriction document in the classrooms was not a current list. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed the allergy/sensitivity/diet restriction list dated 8/28/23 in the classrooms however the administrative staff reported and provided that the most recent list which was dated 10/11/23.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

8VAC20-780-440-J

“Based on observation, it was determined that the center and its staff are not maintaining at least 30 inches of space between occupied cribs and other furniture where that space is the walkway for staff to gain access to any occupied crib. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed 6 to 8 inches of space between an occupied crib and furniture in the Fascination B room.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-440-J.

8VAC20-780-510-E

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

8VAC20-780-510-G

“Based on a review of the medication and interviews with administrative staff, it was determined that over the counter children’s allergy relief liquid was not labeled with the child’s name. Interviews revealed that the center did not know who the medication belonged to.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-G.

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“Based on a review of recordkeeping and interviews with administrative staff, it was determined that there were no allergy care plans on file from a physician for those children with diagnosed food allergies. Evidence: 1. There was no allergy care plans on file for child #6 who has an allergy to raw fruit. 2. There was no allergy care plan on file for child #3 who has an allergy to peanuts,”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A-8.

8VAC20-780-70

“Repeat Violation: Based on a review of five staff files and interviews with administrative staff, it was determined that references were not obtained for staff # 2, #3 and # 4 at the time of hire. Staff #2 was hired on 8/21/23, staff # 3 was hired on 8/8/23 and staff #4 was hired on 9/5/23.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, not all areas of the center were maintained in an operable, safe condition. Evidence: In the PreK classroom, the stripping between the carpet and vinyl flooring is broken in an area and missing and creates a tripping hazard. In the bathroom, there is a metal clip installed on the wall where a soap dispenser used to be installed. The metal clip creates a scratching hazard.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-350-Q

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-Q.

8VAC20-780-40-E

“Based on observation and interview with staff, it was determined that the licensee failed to ensure compliance with the operational responsibilities of the center and compliance with the terms of the current license. Evidence: The center is licensed as The Compass School of Manassas, LLC and is doing business as The Gardner School of Manassas. Enrollment packets are labeled “The Gardner School”, signage within the building has been changed as have several forms used within the center.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E.

8VAC20-780-40-F

“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that advertising was misleading or deceptive. Evidence: A large banner outside of the center advertised ‘The Gardner School of Manassas’ and the center’s website advertises the program as ‘The Gardner School of Manassas’ and the center is currently licensed as The Compass School of Manassas, LLC.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-F.

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, diaper ointment requirements were not followed. Evidence: In the two’s classroom, nine diaper oinements were observed stored on a table accessible to children in care.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-520-C.

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on review of staff records, not all staff records contained the required information. Evidence: Staff #1, hired 5/15/2023, did not have two references recorded in the file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

8VAC20-780-340-A

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

8VAC20-780-510-E

“Based on review of medications and interview with staff, it was determined that the center did not follow it’s policy for expired medication and for nonprescription medication, be consistent with the manufacturer’s instructions for age, duration, and dosage. Evidence: Child #5 had a Benadryl on site that expired 4/30/2022. Child #6, date of birth 11/15/2019, had Benadryl on site and it includes a manufacturers instruction “Do not use unless directed by a doctor” for ages 2-5 years of age and was only accompanied by a parental authorization.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

8VAC20-780-60-A-8

“Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy from a physician. Evidence: Child #5 has a diagnosed food allergy to eggs, Child #6 has a diagnosed food allergy to peanuts and Child #7 has a diagnosed food allergy to peanut, tree nuts and there was no allergy care plan in the file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A-8.