Tender Tots Learning Academy LLC

The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.

“The findings from the most recent inspection were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”

Rule 22.1-289.011-F.

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

“In the preschool room there were spots of chipped paint.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

When the outdoor activity area is not adjacent to the center, there shall be at least two staff members on the outdoor activity area whenever one or more children are present.

“Two separate classes went to the playground, that is not adjacent to the center, with only one staff member present.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-H.

Crib sheets shall be clean and washed daily.

“Staff reported crib sheets were washed weekly.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-450-C.

The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill.

“There was no documentation showing a completed evacuation drill for December 2025, January 2026 and February 2026.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.

“The findings from the most recent inspection were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”

Rule 22.1-289.011-F. From a complaint.

At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, or more frequently as if recommended by a licensed physician or the local health department, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening.

“Staff #4 did not have an updated tuberculosis screening in their record.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-160-C.

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

“In the two year old and three year old classrooms, a cleaning solution containing bleach was not being kept in a locked place.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-280-B.

The center shall meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia.

“The was no proof of identity in Child #5’s record.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-G.

The center shall provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction.

“Documentation of an annual fire inspection could not be provided.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-260-A.

The center shall provide to the licensing representative annual approval from the health department for meeting requirements for water supply and sewage disposal system.

“Documentation of annual approval from the health department could not be provided.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-260-B.

The center shall develop written procedures for injury prevention.

“The center does not have written procedures for injury prevention.”

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

The center shall maintain a written record of children’s serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence.

“Child #1, who received a minor injury while in care at the center on 12/6/2024, did not have a written record of the incident.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-P. From a complaint.

Each restroom area provided for children shall have sinks located near the toilets and that are supplied with running warm water that does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit.

“Two bathrooms in the main hallway, that are used by children, measured 123.3 degrees Fahrenheit and 122.7 degrees Fahrenheit.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-320-B.

22.1-289.011-F

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to have posted the last violation notice. Evidence: 1. The acknowledgement form was posted from the last inspection but not the inspection documents.”

Rule 22.1-289.011-F.

8VAC20-780-270-A

“Based on observation, the center failed to keep the center in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the classroom near the back door there was a piece of rubber floor trim that had detached from the wall and was laying in the floor.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-380-A

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to have a daily schedule posted in two classrooms. Evidence: 1. Two classrooms did not have schedules posted and the director verified this.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-380-A.

8VAC20-780-430-K

“Based on observation, the center failed to have an individual place for each child’s personal belongings. Evidence: 1. A classroom had children’s belongings stored in the hallway near the back entrance.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-430-K.

8VAC20-780-500-B

“Based on observation, the center failed to have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering and changing. Evidence: 1. The diapering pad in the hallway had two tears in it.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-500-B.

8VAC20-780-510-L

“Based on observation, the center failed to keep all medications locked. Evidence: 1. In the office in a unlocked upper cabinet there was a bottle of Robitussin and children’s Tylenol. The office door was not locked.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-510-L.

8VAC20-780-520-C

“Based on observation, the center failed to have diapering cream inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. Off the hallway there was a diapering table that had a diaper cream and an ointment that were stored on the bottom shelf of the diaper table.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-520-C.

8VAC20-780-550-D

“REPEAT VIOLATION. Based on record review and interview, the center failed to complete all the required evacuation drills. Evidence: 1. The months of Aug., Sept., Nov. Dec, and Jan. were not completed. 2. The director verified that the drills had not been completed.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

8VAC20-780-340-D

“Based on record review and interview, a staff person did not meet the qualifications to be a lead teacher. Evidence: 1. Staff # was missing documentation to be a lead teacher.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-340-D.

8VAC20-780-550-D

“Based on record review, the center did not complete all required drills. Evidence: 1. A 06/2023 drill was not documented.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-D.

8VAC20-780-60-A

“Based on record review, the center did not have all the required information in the file. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and #2 needed addresses for emergency contacts added.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

8VAC20-780-560-F

“Based on record review and interview, the center did not have a snack menu for the current week. Evidence: 1. There was a menu posted but it did not have the snack listed. 2. The director verified the snack was not on the menu.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-F.

8VAC20-780-350-B-1

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to maintain staff/child ratio in the infant/toddler room. Evidence: 1. Upon entering the center at 11:00 am, two inspectors observed 13 infant and toddlers with three staff supervising (staff #1, #2 and #3). 2. Staff #1 stated staff #4 had an emergency and staff #5 was not there due to personal reasons. 3. Staff #4 stated one child had been out the previous day and was not expected today.”

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

8VAC20-780-70

“Based on record review and interview, the center failed to have the required information for staff records. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 was hired 11/15/22 and address/phone #, emergency contact name, address and phone #, and information about health problems that may interfere with fulfilling the job responsibilities, and two references were missing. 2. Staff #2 was hired 08/15/22 and is listed as program director and transcripts are provided, However, the copy is difficult to read.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

8VAC20-770-60-B

“Based on record review, the center employed a person before a a sworn statement had been completed. Evidence: Staff record #3 was hired 8/16/22 and the sworn statement was dated 9/6/22 by staff #3.”

Rule 8VAC20-770-60-B.

Based on record review, the center failed to have staff complete orientation prior to staff working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.

“Evidence: 1. Staff #1, hire date 08/15/2022, and staff #2, hire date 09/15/2022 had no documentation of orientation. 2. Both staff #1 and #2 were observed working on the date of the inspection.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-A.

8VAC20-780-240-D

Rule 8VAC20-780-240-D.

Based on record review and interview, the center failed to have a staff person present who had daily health observation training.

“Evidence: 1. Records were reviewed and there was no documentation of any staff having daily health observation training. Staff #5 stated she was currently working to complete the training.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-245-K.

Based on observation, the center failed to maintain the areas and equipment inside and outside in a clean, safe, and operable condition.

“Evidence: 1. There is a broken plastic brown table on the playground turned upside down with five exposed rusty nails.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-290-A-3

“Based on observation, the center failed to have electrical outlets with a protective cover that are of size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: There is an electrical outlet outside the side door leading to the playground that does not have a protective cover.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-290-A-3.

Based on observation, the center failed to have a separate playground for infants and toddlers at least 25 sq. feet of unpaved surface per infant /toddler on the outdoor area at any one time.

“Evidence: 1. The center had approximately 175 sq. feet of mats in place for infants and toddlers outside. The center has 12 infants and toddlers in care therefore 300 sq. feet of unpaved surface is required for the outdoor area.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-310-C.

330.B: Based on observation, the center failed to ensure where playground equipment is provided, that there was resilient surfacing that complies with the minimum safety standards.

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B.

8VAC20-780-350-F

“Based on a review of written policies and procedures, the center failed to develop and implement a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care of consistent staff or team of staff members. Evidence: The center did not have a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care of consistent staff or team of staff members.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-F.

Based on review of written policies and procedures, the center failed to have written procedures for prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma, including coping with crying baby, safe sleeping practices, and sudden infant death syndrome awareness.

“Evidence: The written policies reviewed did not have the required written procedures included.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-40-K.

8VAC20-780-420-A

Rule 8VAC20-780-420-A.

Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the climbing portions of indoor slides and climbing equipment 36 inches or more were located over resilient surfacing.

“Evidence: A dome climbing structure in the preschool room was 48 inches high and did not have resilient surfacing underneath.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-430-G.

Based on observation and interview, the center failed to have rest mats identified for use by a specific child.

“Evidence: Rest mats were observed being used with no identification. Staff verified that the mats were not identified for use by a specific child.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-440-B.

Based on observation, the center failed to have a menu for the current one-week period.

“Evidence: The menu posted was dated for the week of 09/26/22. The date of the inspection was 10/6/22.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-560-F.

Based on observation, the center failed to have prepared infant formula labeled with the child’s name and dated.

“Evidence: An infant was observed being fed by staff and the bottle was not labeled with a child’s name or dated.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-570-E.

Based on record review, the center failed to maintain a record for each child enrolled with all the required information.

Rule 8VAC20-780-60-A.

8VAC20-780-70

Rule 8VAC20-780-70.

Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the findings from the most recent inspection at the facility were posted.

“Evidence: The violation notice which would show the most recent findings at the facility dated 8/8/2022 was not posted.”

Rule 8VAC20-820-120-E-2.

8VAC20-820-160-A-1

“Based on record review, the center failed to have each staff member submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 was hired 8/16/2022 and the TB screening was completed 8/17/2022. Staff #4 was hired 9/12/2022 and the TB screening was completed 9/14/2022.”

Rule 8VAC20-820-160-A-1.

8VAC20-780-330-B

“Based on observation, the center failed to where playground equipment is provided, meet the resilient surfacing requirement. Fall zones are defined as the area underneath and surrounding equipment that requires a resilient surface. A fall zone shall encompass sufficient area to include the child’s trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. On the asphalt playground, there was a saucer swing approximately 40 inches round with no resilient surfacing under it.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-330-B. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-350-B-1

“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to maintain staff/child ratio in the infant room. Evidence: 1. Upon entering the center at 10:25 a.m., two inspectors observed 12 infants with two staff (staff #1 and staff #2 supervising). 2. Staff #2 stated staff #3 was on a break. 3. The infant room was out of ratio for approximately 2-3 minutes.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-350-B-1. From a complaint.

8VAC20-780-270-A

Rule 8VAC20-780-270-A.

8VAC20-780-550-C

“Based on observation, the center did not have emergency evacuation and shelter in place procedures or maps posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children ono each floor of the building. Evidence: 1. There were not procedures or maps posted.”

Rule 8VAC20-780-550-C.