Stay & Play Childcare, LLC

Complaint Related: The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center’s activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with those theses standards, the center’s own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department.

“On Page 2 of Policies and Procedures, titled Discipline and Guidance Practices states that “Stay & Play uses only positive methods of discipline and guidance by focusing on positive reinforcement, redirection and as a last resort, time-out. Stay & Play will not implement discipline measures that involve corporal punishment, isolation, or anything that may be detrimental to a child’s self-esteem.” Staff #1 and Staff #2 participated in isolation measures for Child #1.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E. From a complaint.

The following actions or threats thereof are forbidden: enclosure in a space that the child cannot freely exit himself.

“Staff #1 and Staff #2 would enclose Child #1 in a cubby and place a chair in front of the cubby. Staff would sit in the chair to prevent Child #1 from leaving the cubby.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-410-2. From a complaint.

The following acts are forbidden: punishment by another child.

“Staff #1 told the children to take turns hitting Child #1 who was confined to a cubby.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-410-3. From a complaint.

For staff hired after March 1, 1996, documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering.

“Staff #4 had references dated 3 days after hire.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance.

“On 4/10/2025, Staff #1 attempted to carry Child #1 (age 7 months) inside from the playground while in a booster seat. The child was not buckled in and the booster seat broke. Child #1 fell to the ground from approximately hip height to Staff #1. The warning label on the seat specifically stated to “never lift or carry child in booster seat”.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-A.

The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee’s first day of employment.

“The sworn statement for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated eight days after their first day of employment.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-1.

Based on record review and staff interview the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center.

“Evidence: The director confirmed that Child #3 (start date 4/1/2024) did not have documentation of immunizations.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-130-A.

(Repeat Violation) Based on staff interview and record review, the center did not ensure each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.

“Evidence: Staff confirmed that Child #1, start date 8/15/2022, did not have documentation of a physical.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-140-B.

Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure the current list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present.

“Evidence: The preschool 3 room had an allergy list hanging on the wall. The list was not kept confidential as staff confirmed that parents are allowed in the rooms when dropping off and picking up their children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-M.

Based on observation and staff interview the center did not ensure that prepared baby food not consumed during that feeding by an infant may be used by that same infant later in the same day, and it shall be discarded by the end of the day or returned to the parent.

“Evidence: In the pre-toddler room staff confirmed that the bottle labeled with child #1’s name was dated 10/9/2023 and was not discarded or returned to the parent at the end of the day.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-570-H.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure the diapering surface shall be used only for diapering or cleaning children. Evidence: The diaper pad in the Pre-Toddler room was observed during inspection with a plastic tray sitting on the diaper pad. The director confirmed that a plastic tray was placed directly on the diapering surface.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-570-E

“Based on observation and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure that prepared infant formula shall be refrigerated, dated and labeled with the child’s name. Evidence: In the infant room there were 2 bottles labeled with the name of child #6 but they were not dated. The director confirmed the bottles did belong to child #6 and were not dated.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-570-E.

Based on staff interview and record review, the licensee did not ensure before the child’s attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.

“Evidence: Child #3 start date 09/08/2022 did not have documentation of physical. Staff confirmed and contact parent and recieved during the inspection.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-140-B.

Based on record review and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure the documentation have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.

“Evidence: Staff #1 was hired 02/09/2023 her most recent TB test is 10/13/2022. The TB test was not completed with in the last 30 calendar days of date of employment.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

Based on observation, the licensee did not ensure a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing should be used.

“Evidence: In the toddler classroom , the diaper surface had a 1 inch tear, which causes the surface to be absorbant.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

Based on observation and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure when a child is placed in an infant seat or high chair, the protective belt shall be fastened securely.

“Evidence: In the infant room, there was two infants that did not have protective belt fastened securley.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-570-A.