Altavista Area YMCA-Altavista
1000 & 1016 Franklin Avenue, Altavista, VA
Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna
- licensed capacity
- 60
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna
Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna is a licensed child care center in Gretna, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 60 children, serving preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 60 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | 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 | 60 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 60 children
- Ages
- Preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1073463
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 12 visits · 8 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 1
- 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 14, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-80-A
“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 At approximately 3:07 PM on 9/14/2026, there were 25 children present in the gym, but none were marked present on the attendance record.”
- Mar 9, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff 4 updated screening was due 2 days ago. The updated screening had not been completed at the time of inspection.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Every applicant for licensure shall undergo a background check every five years. The most recent sworn disclosure for Applicant/Agent 1 was overdue by 14 days and their criminal history check was overdue by 10 days.”
Aug 13, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff 4 updated screening was due 2 days ago. The updated screening had not been completed at the time of inspection.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Every applicant for licensure shall undergo a background check every five years. The most recent sworn disclosure for Applicant/Agent 1 was overdue by 14 days and their criminal history check was overdue by 10 days.”
May 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The records for Child 2, Child 3 and Child 4 enrolled over seven months, were each missing several of the required components.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“Annual approval from the health department shall be provided. The annual health inspection was overdue by 1 year and 1 month.”
May 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The records for Child 2, Child 3 and Child 4 enrolled over seven months, were each missing several of the required components.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“Annual approval from the health department shall be provided. The annual health inspection was overdue by 1 year and 1 month.”
- Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-140-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review and staff interviews, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: The record for Child 4 documented the first date of attendance as 08/08/2022. There was not documentation of a physical examination in the record for Child 4. Staff 1 confirmed this document was not available for review.”
May 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-140-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review and staff interviews, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: The record for Child 4 documented the first date of attendance as 08/08/2022. There was not documentation of a physical examination in the record for Child 4. Staff 1 confirmed this document was not available for review.”
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Nov 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review and interview with staff, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: The record for Child 2 contained a documented start date of 08/09/2023. There was not documentation of a physical examination in the record for Child 2. Staff 1 confirmed this document was not available for review.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunization required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for Child 2 documented the first date of attendance as 08/09/2023. The immunization record was obtained 09/05/2023.”
Nov 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review and interview with staff, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: The record for Child 2 contained a documented start date of 08/09/2023. There was not documentation of a physical examination in the record for Child 2. Staff 1 confirmed this document was not available for review.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunization required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for Child 2 documented the first date of attendance as 08/09/2023. The immunization record was obtained 09/05/2023.”
- Jul 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 1, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on observations and interviews with staff, the center failed to ensure that all employees shall undergo a background check in accordance with the Code of Virginia prior to employment or beginning to serve as a volunteer and every five years thereafter. Evidence: 1. The most recent sworn statement for Staff 1 was dated 12/28/2017. Staff 1 and 3 confirmed there was no 2022 sworn statement available for review during the inspection. 2. The most recent search of the central registry for Staff 1 was dated 07/13/2017. Staff 1 and 3 confirmed there was no 2022 search of the central registry available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review, the center failed to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was not documentation that a monthly practice evacuation drill took place in November 2022, December 2022, January 2023 or February 2023.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Based on the record review, the center failed to ensure that shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The last documented shelter in place practice was dated 05/27/2022.”
8VAC20-780-550-F
“Based on the record review, the center failed to ensure that lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. Evidence: The last documented lockdown practice was dated 04/01/2022.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that the separate record for each enrolled child contains all of the elements as required by the standards. Evidence: The record for Child 1 did not contain the following information: documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”
Jun 1, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on observations and interviews with staff, the center failed to ensure that all employees shall undergo a background check in accordance with the Code of Virginia prior to employment or beginning to serve as a volunteer and every five years thereafter. Evidence: 1. The most recent sworn statement for Staff 1 was dated 12/28/2017. Staff 1 and 3 confirmed there was no 2022 sworn statement available for review during the inspection. 2. The most recent search of the central registry for Staff 1 was dated 07/13/2017. Staff 1 and 3 confirmed there was no 2022 search of the central registry available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review, the center failed to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: There was not documentation that a monthly practice evacuation drill took place in November 2022, December 2022, January 2023 or February 2023.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Based on the record review, the center failed to ensure that shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The last documented shelter in place practice was dated 05/27/2022.”
8VAC20-780-550-F
“Based on the record review, the center failed to ensure that lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. Evidence: The last documented lockdown practice was dated 04/01/2022.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that the separate record for each enrolled child contains all of the elements as required by the standards. Evidence: The record for Child 1 did not contain the following information: documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 2, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 21, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna
Is Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 9 of 12 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 Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna care for?
60, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (434) 369-9622 to ask.
What is Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna's phone number?
(434) 369-9622.
Where is Altavista Area YMCA - Gretna?
302 Franklin Blvd, Gretna, VA 24557.