Learning Paths Academy At Dominion Valley #35
5255 Merchants View Square, Haymarket, VA
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AlphaBEST at Alvey Elementary is a licensed child care center in Haymarket, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM |
| Wednesday | 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM |
| Thursday | 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM |
| Friday | 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 75 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
AlphaBEST at Alvey Elementary has not listed its tuition.
State record
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 10 visits · 5 rules in all
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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22.1-289.036-A
“The Center is required to obtain a central registry background check every five years from the date of the last central registry background check. The record for Staff #1 contained a subsequent central registry background check that was overdue by 2 days.”
22.1-289.036-A
“The Center is required to obtain a central registry background check every five years from the date of the last central registry background check. The record for Staff #1 contained a subsequent central registry background check that was overdue by 2 days.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Based on review of 2 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have 1st aid training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #1 did not have documentation of 1st Aid certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on review of 2 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have CPR training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #1 did not have a valid CPR and 1st Aid certification because the training program completed did not contain an in-person demonstration.”
8VAC20-780-90-A
“Based on review of 3 child files, the center did not obtain by the first day of the child’s attendance, the written agreement between the parent and the center as required. Evidence: The file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain documentation of the written agreement between the parent and the center including 1. A statement that the center will notify the parent when the child becomes ill and that the parent will arrange to have the child picked up as soon as possible if requested by the center 2. A statement that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease, as defined by the State Board of Health, except for life threatening diseases which must be reported immediately.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was no documentation for evacuation drills for May 2024 and June 2024.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Based on review of 2 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have 1st aid training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #1 did not have documentation of 1st Aid certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on review of 2 staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have CPR training within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: Staff #1 did not have a valid CPR and 1st Aid certification because the training program completed did not contain an in-person demonstration.”
8VAC20-780-90-A
“Based on review of 3 child files, the center did not obtain by the first day of the child’s attendance, the written agreement between the parent and the center as required. Evidence: The file for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain documentation of the written agreement between the parent and the center including 1. A statement that the center will notify the parent when the child becomes ill and that the parent will arrange to have the child picked up as soon as possible if requested by the center 2. A statement that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease, as defined by the State Board of Health, except for life threatening diseases which must be reported immediately.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was no documentation for evacuation drills for May 2024 and June 2024.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of documentation and interview with the staff, the center did not maintain a current and dated written list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions that was accessible to all staff in each group or area where children are present. Evidence: There center did not have a current allergy list for the staff. The record for Child #1 (start date 8/28/23) stated that the child had been diagnosed with food allergies by a doctor and the information had not been added to the allergy list dated 8/18/23.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of documentation and interview with the staff, the center did not maintain a current and dated written list of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions that was accessible to all staff in each group or area where children are present. Evidence: There center did not have a current allergy list for the staff. The record for Child #1 (start date 8/28/23) stated that the child had been diagnosed with food allergies by a doctor and the information had not been added to the allergy list dated 8/18/23.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that written records of children's injuries were maintained and included the required documentation. Evidence: reviewed 5 children's records and 7 injury reports, and found that 5 did not have documentation of the time parents were notified of the injury.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on review, the facility did not ensure that written records of children's injuries were maintained and included the required documentation. Evidence: reviewed 5 children's records and 7 injury reports, and found that 5 did not have documentation of the time parents were notified of the injury.”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 4 of 10 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
75, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 3:15 PM to 8:55 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 453-7733 to ask.
(703) 453-7733.
5300 Waverly Farm Drive, Haymarket, VA 20169. The nearest other daycare we list is Learning Paths Academy At Dominion Valley #35, 0.6 miles away.