Little Ambassadors’ Academy Cherrydale

The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years.

“At the time of the inspection, documentation of a current sworn disclosure for staff #5 was unavailable for review.”

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 #3, employed for more than 10 months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state and no documentation of requesting a criminal history check from two states.”

Rule 22.1-289.035-B-4.

Staff shall complete complete orientation training no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.

“Staff #3 and #5 completed orientation training more one month after the date of assuming job responsibilities.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-B.

Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“Cleaning materials were found in an unlocked lower cabinet in the kitchen area between a 2-3 year old classroom and were accessible to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

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

“Staff #4 and #5, who have been actively working at the center for more than two years, did not have any completed reference verifications on file.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

When food is brought from home the container shall be clearly dated.

“Two food containers were not dated in a twos classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-G.

Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean and safe condition.

“Rodent feces were observed in a closet located in a 2-3 year old classroom. This area was not accessible to children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A. From a complaint.

Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials and insecticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.

“1.In a two year old classroom, cleaning wipes were left unlocked and accessible to children in the diapering area. Cleaning material was found in a children’s bathroom floor between a 2-3 year old classroom. The supply closest in the hallway was also unlocked and contained cleaning agents. 2. Insecticides were found in a bathroom used by 2-3 year old children in a toddler classroom and were accessible to children in care.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B. From a complaint.

Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.

“Staff #1 had a TB screening that was completed 7 months prior to the date of employment.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

Long-term prescription drug use and over-the- counter medication may be allowed with written authorization from the child’s physician and parent.

“Child #1 did not have written authorization for long-term prescription medication.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

Based on record review, the center did not ensure the tuberculosis screening for a staff member was completed with the last 30 days of the date of employment.

“Evidence: Staff 2 was hired in December 2023 and the tuberculosis screening documentation was dated May 2023.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-A.

Based on record review, each grouping of children did not have atleast one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader.

“Evidence: In the seals classroom, the lead teacher, Staff 1, does not meet qualifications of a lead teacher.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-D.

Based on record review, the center did not ensure all information required was kept in the record.

“Evidence: Staff 1 is missing 2 documented references.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

Based on record review, board members listed on the application did not undergo background checks every 5 years after their initial completion.

“Evidence: 1) Board member 1 does not have an updated central registry check which within the last 5 years. 2) Board member 2 does not have an updated finger print based criminal history check within the last 5 years.”

Rule 22.1-289.036-A.

Based on observation, children’s hands were not washed with soap and running water before eating snack.

“Evidence: Children were observed transitioning from clean up time to snack without washing their hands in room 3.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-A.