E.L.F. Exploring, Learning, and Fun LLC

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 7/29/2026, when child #1 (3 years old) would not go on their rest mat while children were transitioning to naptime, staff #1 grabbed and lifted child #1 (3 years old) off the ground by holding onto their upper arm/shoulder area to place them on their rest mat. This action was neither constructive in nature nor age and stage appropriate.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-400-B.

The following actions or threats thereof are forbidden: roughly handling or shaking a child.

“On 7/29/2026, while directing child #1 (3 years old) to their rest mat, staff #1 grabbed child #1 by the upper arm/shoulder area, lifting them off the ground. When the child tried to pull away, they landed on the mat, hitting their head on the wall and biting their tongue. The impact resulted in visible cuts on child #1’s tongue which was bleeding and required first aid”

Rule 8VAC20-780-410-1.

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

“A hazardous substance was observed unlocked in a hall bathroom. The door was open to the hallway and the hazardous substance was visible. .”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

If hazardous substances are not kept in original containers, the substitute containers shall clearly indicate their contents.

“A spray bottle was found in a cabinet that did not indicate the content of the cleaning agent.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-G.

The center’s procedures for administering medication shall methods to prevent use of outdated medication.

“A medication that expired for over 2 weeks was found in one classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-E.

Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the first day of attendance.

“Child #2,4, and 7’s record did not contain the first day of attendance.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation of the center, one area inside was not maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: A sharp piece of a broken staple was protruding from the wall within reach of the children in the 3 year old classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-280-B

“Based on observation of one classroom, a hazardous substance was not kept in a locked place and was accessible to children. Evidence: A cleaning detergent was found in an unlocked cabinet within reach of children in the Infant Classroom.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

8VAC20-780-210-A

“Based on staff record review, requirements for program leaders were not followed. Evidence: Staff #1, 4 and 5 are in program leader capacities. The requirements for program leads were not found.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-210-A. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-245-J-3

“Based on staff statements and review of medication, a child with an emergency medication was not within the presence of a staff member who meets the additional MAT training requirements. Evidence: 1. An 8:06am arrival was documented in the electronic attendance record for Child #2. 2. Child #2 has an emergency medication which requires additional training. 3. There were no staff with current Auvi Q training onsite.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-245-J-3. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-350-B-2

“SYSTEMIC Based on observation of the center on 05/09/2024 a ratio of 1 staff for every 5 children were not maintained. Evidence: The Toddlers classroom had a total of 11 children, ages 16 months to 2 years with only 1 teacher at approximately 8:25am on 05/09/2024.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-2. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-350-B-3

“SYSTEMIC Based on staff interviews, a ratio of 1 staff for every 8 children were not maintained. Evidence: On 05/08/2024 at approximately 9am, the Preschool class had a total of 12 children with only 1 staff member.”

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

8VAC20-780-350-B-4

“SYSTEMIC Based on observation of the 3 year old classroom, a ratio of 1 staff for every 10 children was not maintained. Evidence: On 05/09/2024 at approximately 8:40am, the 3 year old classroom had a total of 13 children with only 1 staff member.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-4. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-350-Q

“SYSTEMIC Based on staff statements and observation of the center, children are assigned to a different age group on a routine basis. Evidence: 1. Staff stated that in the mornings before 9am, children are routinely moved from the Infant 2 classroom to Toddlers classroom to maintain ratios. 2. Staff stated that in the mornings before 9am, one child is routinely moved from the Toddlers classroom to the Preschool classroom to maintain ratios.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-Q. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation of the playground, the resilient surfacing did not comply with the minimum safety standards. Evidence: The fall zones located at the base of all slides and the climbing area did not have a minimum of six inches of resilient surfacing maintained.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

8VAC20-780-560-F-4

“Based on observation of one classroom, one child three years of age or younger were offered food that are considered a potential choking hazard. Evidence: 1. The Infant 2 classroom had children between the ages of 15 months to 19 months. 2. One child in the Infant 2 classroom was eating hard pretzels that were determined a choking hazard.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-F-4.