Purcellville Children’s Academy

The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years.

“Child #2, who was under the age of 2 years, had immunization documentation that was dated more then 11 months ago.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-130-E.

Hazardous substances must be in a locked place that prevents access by children.

“In the Pre-K classroom, cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet, out of reach of children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

If diaper ointment or cream is used, then these products shall be inaccessible to children.

“Diaper cream was observed accessible to the children in care within the Bears classroom’s bathroom..”

Rule 8VAC20-780-520-C.

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 #4, enrolled for five months, was missing the following required component: Due to changes in the allergies of Child #4, the allergy plan was not updated.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

Based on interview and review, it was determined that a piece of equipment was maintained in an unsafe condition.

“Evidence - 1. On 04/08/2024, at approximately 10:30 am, Child #1 slid down the back of the changing table (from a standing position) on to the floor. Due to an opening in the back of the table, Child #1 sustained scratched to their back. 2. Normally, this table would have its back to a wall, however, the table was moved in order to provide better supervision of all children while staff changed diapers. 3. First Aid was administered to Child #1.”

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

Based on observation and interview, an area inside the center was not maintained in a safe condition.

“Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (10/27/2023), the back wall within the “Lizard” room showed signs of damage. 2. The Center Director stated (during an interview conducted on the date of inspection) that this damage occurred when the “ABC” wall was removed leaving several visible spots where the tape had pulled away the top layer of paint and drywall.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

Based on review, 1 of 20 staff files indicated that documentation that two or more references (as to character and reputation as well as competency) were checked before employment.

“Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (04/28/2023), the was 1 reference on file for Staff #19. 2. The start date for Staff #19 was listed as 02/13/2023.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

Based on interview, (2) two children under 10 years of age were not always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff.

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-F.

Based on observation, the daily record for an infant in care did not contain all of the required information.

“Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (04/29/2022), 30 minutes of tummy time for Child #3 was not recorded for 04/28/2022. 2. It was determined that Child #3 who was awake (on the date of inspection), cannot turn over by themselves.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-420-E-1.

Based on observation, a table for changing diapers was used for a children’s activity.

“Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (03/23/2022), within the Turtles Room, the changing table used for diapering was observed with three plates of paint. 2. The classroom staff stated that these plates of paint were to be used in an art activity for the children.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

Based on interview, the center did not ensure that the center’s activities, services were maintained in compliance with the center’s own policies and procedures (that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department).

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-E.