The Merit School Learning Center #21
4290 Prince William Parkway, Woodbridge, VA
4.4· 31 reviews
AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary
- licensed capacity
- 75
- open each week
- 5 days
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About AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary
AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary is a licensed child care center in Woodbridge, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 75 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM |
| Wednesday | 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM |
| Thursday | 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM |
| Friday | 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| 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
Tuition and costs
AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 75 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #1107812
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 10 visits · 9 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
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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See all 18 visits
- May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent inspection findings were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
Nov 3, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent inspection findings were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
Apr 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
22.1-289.011-F
“The findings from the most recent inspection shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The inspection results from the last inspection was not posted.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. There was no cover for the posted allergy list therefore the information was not maintained in a confidential manner. Child A's allergy care plan stated that they have an egg allergy however the posted allergy list did not include an egg allergy.”
Apr 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
22.1-289.011-F
“The findings from the most recent inspection shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The inspection results from the last inspection was not posted.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. There was no cover for the posted allergy list therefore the information was not maintained in a confidential manner. Child A's allergy care plan stated that they have an egg allergy however the posted allergy list did not include an egg allergy.”
Dec 3, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-410-1
“Physical punishment, striking a child or rough handling a child are forbidden actions. On 11/22/24 between 8:08 to 8:13 am, staff A shoved child A ( 9 years of age) on two occasions. One shove was in the back area as the staff told the child to get out of their face.”
8VAC20-780-340-A
“When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection and guidance. On 11/22/24 between 8:08 am to 8:13 am, staff A and child A ( 9 years of age) engaged in a on-going altercation to include staff A getting closely in the child’s face and yelling at the child to listen, to behave and to be respectful. Staff A then proceeded to threaten to have the child suspended. This incident was witnessed by approximately 12 schoolagers .The witnessing schoolagers were visibly impacted by the loud argument.”
Oct 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Immunization reports shall be signed by a physician or their designee. The immunization records for child #2 and child #3 were not signed by a physician or their designee at the time of enrollment. Both children have been enrolled for over 2 months.”
8VAC20-780-510-H
“Medications that are dispensed from a pharmacy must be maintained in the original, labeled container. Prescription medication for child #1 was not maintained in the original, labeled container from the pharmacy.”
Oct 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Immunization reports shall be signed by a physician or their designee. The immunization records for child #2 and child #3 were not signed by a physician or their designee at the time of enrollment. Both children have been enrolled for over 2 months.”
8VAC20-780-510-H
“Medications that are dispensed from a pharmacy must be maintained in the original, labeled container. Prescription medication for child #1 was not maintained in the original, labeled container from the pharmacy.”
Apr 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“A written allergy care plan shall be on file for each child with a diagnosed food allergy. Child C has a food allergy to nuts, there was no allergy care plan on file. Child B has a food allergy to peaches, there was no allergy care plan on file.”
8VAC20-780-510-B
“The decision to administer medication shall be according to the center's written medication policy. The Epinephrine for child A expired in January 2024.”
Apr 22, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“A written allergy care plan shall be on file for each child with a diagnosed food allergy. Child C has a food allergy to nuts, there was no allergy care plan on file. Child B has a food allergy to peaches, there was no allergy care plan on file.”
8VAC20-780-510-B
“The decision to administer medication shall be according to the center's written medication policy. The Epinephrine for child A expired in January 2024.”
Show 8 earlier visits
Oct 17, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-510-E
“Based on a review of medication compliance for two children and interview with Administration, it was determined that there was no parental authorization for two medications for one child. Evidence: There was an antihistamine and a medication to treat a respiratory condition on site for child A, although both medications had a physician authorization, neither had a parental authorization.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on interviews, it was determined that 3 agents did not have repeat fingerprint background checks every five years. Evidence: Person A, B and C's fingerprint background checks were completed on 9/20/18 and had not been renewed within 5 years of that date.”
Oct 17, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-510-E
“Based on a review of medication compliance for two children and interview with Administration, it was determined that there was no parental authorization for two medications for one child. Evidence: There was an antihistamine and a medication to treat a respiratory condition on site for child A, although both medications had a physician authorization, neither had a parental authorization.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on interviews, it was determined that 3 agents did not have repeat fingerprint background checks every five years. Evidence: Person A, B and C's fingerprint background checks were completed on 9/20/18 and had not been renewed within 5 years of that date.”
- May 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 1, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 27, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary
Is AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 9 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.
How many children can AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary care for?
75, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 4:00 PM to 9:20 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 453-7133 to ask.
What is AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary's phone number?
(703) 453-7133.
Where is AlphaBEST at Kerrydale Elementary?
13199 Kerrydale Road, Woodbridge, VA 22193. The nearest other daycare we list is The Merit School Learning Center #21, 0.6 miles away.