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5617 Mapledale Plaza, Woodbridge, VA
4.8· 16 reviews
AlphaBEST at King Elementary
- licensed capacity
- 105
- open each week
- 5 days
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About AlphaBEST at King Elementary
AlphaBEST at King Elementary is a licensed child care center in Woodbridge, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 105 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM
- Licensed capacity
- 105 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 105 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
AlphaBEST at King Elementary has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for AlphaBEST at King Elementary
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 105 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1107813
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 11 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Safety and hazards 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 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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- Sep 8, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-550-G
“The center is required to maintain documentation of emergency evacuations and shelter-in-place drills. 1. The emergency drill for the month of August was incomplete and missing the following components: date and time of the drill, number of staff participating, number of children participating, any special conditions simulated, the time it took to complete the drill and weather conditions. 2. The program had no documentation for the two required shelter-in-place drills conducted from August 2024-August 2025”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. The most recent tuberculosis screening in the record for Staff A expired approximately two months ago.”
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. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. The allergy list was displayed with no covering on a display board.”
Sep 9, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-550-G
“The center is required to maintain documentation of emergency evacuations and shelter-in-place drills. 1. The emergency drill for the month of August was incomplete and missing the following components: date and time of the drill, number of staff participating, number of children participating, any special conditions simulated, the time it took to complete the drill and weather conditions. 2. The program had no documentation for the two required shelter-in-place drills conducted from August 2024-August 2025”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. The most recent tuberculosis screening in the record for Staff A expired approximately two months ago.”
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. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. The allergy list was displayed with no covering on a display board.”
Mar 17, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-780-80-A
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. The written daily attendance had 24 children signed in and only 20 children were present.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Sanitizing spray was unlocked and accessible to children on a low shelf in the cafeteria where the program is located.”
8VAC20-780-560-J
“Tables shall be sanitized before and after each use for feeding. Tables were not observed being sanitized after children finished snack”
8VAC20-780-560-F
“A menu listing foods to be served for snacks during the current one-week period shall be posted in a location conspicuous to parents or given to parents. The program could not locate the menu during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Children were observed eating snack then proceeded to play with table toys, handwashing was not observed after eating snack.”
Mar 17, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-780-80-A
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. The written daily attendance had 24 children signed in and only 20 children were present.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Sanitizing spray was unlocked and accessible to children on a low shelf in the cafeteria where the program is located.”
8VAC20-780-560-J
“Tables shall be sanitized before and after each use for feeding. Tables were not observed being sanitized after children finished snack”
8VAC20-780-560-F
“A menu listing foods to be served for snacks during the current one-week period shall be posted in a location conspicuous to parents or given to parents. The program could not locate the menu during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. Children were observed eating snack then proceeded to play with table toys, handwashing was not observed after eating snack.”
Sep 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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. Evidence: (REPEAT VIOLATION) Child #1 had one allergy and several sensitivities documented on their allergy plan that were not listed on the written list of all children’s allergies/sensitivities/dietary restrictions.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“The center is required to maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: There were 18 children present but only 16 children were signed in on the electronic attendance.”
Sep 16, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
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. Evidence: (REPEAT VIOLATION) Child #1 had one allergy and several sensitivities documented on their allergy plan that were not listed on the written list of all children’s allergies/sensitivities/dietary restrictions.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“The center is required to maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: There were 18 children present but only 16 children were signed in on the electronic attendance.”
Apr 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center shall maintain a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. Child A's allergy to soybeans were not listed. Child A's sensitivities and dietary restrictions to legumes, lima beans alfalfa sprouts, licorice, tofu, miso, bean curd etc were not listed.”
Apr 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center shall maintain a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. Child A's allergy to soybeans were not listed. Child A's sensitivities and dietary restrictions to legumes, lima beans alfalfa sprouts, licorice, tofu, miso, bean curd etc were not listed.”
Show 6 earlier visits
Sep 22, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on a review of the allergy list and interview, it was determined that one child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a written allergy care plan on file with instructions from a physician to address steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child # 1 is allergic to fava beans, peas, and peanuts however there was no written allergy car plan on file.”
Sep 22, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on a review of the allergy list and interview, it was determined that one child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a written allergy care plan on file with instructions from a physician to address steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child # 1 is allergic to fava beans, peas, and peanuts however there was no written allergy car plan on file.”
Jan 30, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center didn't maintain a current written list of all children's allergies. Evidence: Child A has a diagnosed food allergy to red dye. There was no written list identifying this allergy.”
8VAC20-780-40-L
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center didn't inform all staff of a child's allergy. Evidence: Child A has a diagnosed food allergy to red dye, four staff were not aware that this child had this allergy.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on a review of six children's files and interview with staff, it was determined that 2 children did not have physicals on file within 30 days of enrollment. Evidence: Child B enrolled on 9/18/22, child D enrolled on 8/22/22. Neither child had physicals on file.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of six children's files and interview with staff, it was determined that 3 children did not have immunization record on file at the time of enrollment. Evidence: Child B enrolled on 9/18/22, child C enrolled on 8/29/22 and child D enrolled on 8/22/22 and there were no immunization records on file for all 3 children.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on interview, it was determined that there were no staff files for 3 staff. Evidence: There were no staff files on site for staff A, B and C.”
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on interview and a review of files, it was determined that there was no written care plan for a child with a diagnosed food allergy. Evidence: Child A has a diagnosed allergy to red food dye in food. There was no written allergy care plan on file.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on interview it was determined that there were no children's files on site for another program that joined this program on teachers workday. Children's records shall be kept for each child on site.”
Jan 30, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center didn't maintain a current written list of all children's allergies. Evidence: Child A has a diagnosed food allergy to red dye. There was no written list identifying this allergy.”
8VAC20-780-40-L
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center didn't inform all staff of a child's allergy. Evidence: Child A has a diagnosed food allergy to red dye, four staff were not aware that this child had this allergy.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on a review of six children's files and interview with staff, it was determined that 2 children did not have physicals on file within 30 days of enrollment. Evidence: Child B enrolled on 9/18/22, child D enrolled on 8/22/22. Neither child had physicals on file.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of six children's files and interview with staff, it was determined that 3 children did not have immunization record on file at the time of enrollment. Evidence: Child B enrolled on 9/18/22, child C enrolled on 8/29/22 and child D enrolled on 8/22/22 and there were no immunization records on file for all 3 children.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on interview, it was determined that there were no staff files for 3 staff. Evidence: There were no staff files on site for staff A, B and C.”
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on interview and a review of files, it was determined that there was no written care plan for a child with a diagnosed food allergy. Evidence: Child A has a diagnosed allergy to red food dye in food. There was no written allergy care plan on file.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on interview it was determined that there were no children's files on site for another program that joined this program on teachers workday. Children's records shall be kept for each child on site.”
Sep 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, it was determined that hazardous substances were unlocked and accessible to the children. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed a bottle of sanitizing spray on the table at the front entrance, the spay was unlocked and in reach of children.”
Sep 13, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, it was determined that hazardous substances were unlocked and accessible to the children. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed a bottle of sanitizing spray on the table at the front entrance, the spay was unlocked and in reach of children.”
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FAQ
Questions about AlphaBEST at King Elementary
Is AlphaBEST at King Elementary licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was AlphaBEST at King Elementary last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has AlphaBEST at King Elementary had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 8 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 King Elementary care for?
105, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does AlphaBEST at King Elementary accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are AlphaBEST at King Elementary's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 8:45 AM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does AlphaBEST at King Elementary cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 453-7548 to ask.
What is AlphaBEST at King Elementary's phone number?
(703) 453-7548.
Where is AlphaBEST at King Elementary?
13224 Nickleson Drive, Woodbridge, VA 22193. The nearest other daycare we list is AlphaBest at Rosa Parks Elementary, 0.7 miles away.