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American Day School #1

917 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314
licensed capacity
99
open each week
5 days

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About American Day School #1

American Day School #1 is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-age

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
99 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity99 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

American Day School #1 has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for American Day School #1

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
99 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1106021
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 3, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 14 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 9
  • Records and paperwork 4
  • Safe sleep 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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  1. Sep 3, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “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 and individuals from independent contractors shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening as stated in subsection B of this section. One staff member, staff 2, is missing subsequent TB screening reults.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering surface shall be used only for diapering or cleaning children, and it shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Tables used for children's activities or meals shall not be used for changing diapers. A basket full of balls were observed on the diaper changing table, during the inspection.”
  2. Feb 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      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. The written record of attendance in one classroom documented the arrival of one child who was not present. A total of 11 children were present. The attendance record documented a total of 12 children present today.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering surface shall be used only for diapering or cleaning children, and it shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. The diapering surface was not sanitized after the diapering of a child.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “When an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center. An authorization for a medication expired over 18 months ago. The medication was found onsite.”
  3. Nov 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “There shall be at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots, beds, and rest mats. Exception: Twelve inches of space are not required where cots, beds, or rest mats are located adjacent to a wall or a divider as long as one side is open at all times to allow for passage. Occupied cots were positioned in space that did not allow for one open side at all times to allow for passage in three classrooms.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening within 30 calendar days of employment. Staff #1's TB screening was over one year prior to employment.”
  4. May 15, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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. The list of children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions in one classroom listed a child that is no longer enrolled.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Repeat: Disposable diapers shall be disposed in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. The receptacle used to dispose diapers in one classroom requires staff to lift the lid with their hands.”
  5. Nov 25, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “If a reference check is taken over the phone, documentation shall include dates of contact. References for Staff 1 did not include the dates of contact.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Disposable diapers shall be disposed in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. A foot operated storage system used for disposing diapers was inoperable. Staff was observed lifting the lid of the receptacle with their hand to dispose of diapers.”
  6. Jun 10, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jan 10, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, the tuberculosis screening was not complete at least every two years. Evidence: The tuberculosis screening for Staff A was last complete 12/2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-40-H

      “Based on record review, the liability insurance on file was not current. Evidence: The liability insurance on file expired 09/23/2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, a child's record was missing required information. Evidence: The records of Children A and B were missing the parents employer phone number.”
  8. Feb 9, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction. Evidence: The most recent fire inspection was conducted 09/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, at least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, staff members did not obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Evidence: Staff A did not have a current tuberculosis screening on file. Their screening expired 10/2022.”
  9. Nov 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Aug 9, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-420-E-3

      “Based on record review, children's files were not reviewed at least annually. Evidence: The record of Child A was last reviewed 07/2021.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report. Evidence: The latest fire inspection report on file was complete 10/2020”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Disinfectant spray was located on the bathroom in an unlocked drawer and on top of the paper towel dispenser.”
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Feb 8, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation of the Preschool 1 classroom, a cleaning material was found unlocked. Evidence: A spray bottle of soap and water was found unlocked on top of the diaper changing area.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-F-4

      “Based on observation of the children at lunch, food was offered that was considered a potential choking hazard. Evidence: The Preschool 1 and 2 lunch tables have children ages 3 years and younger. Apples that were sliced in quarters were served to the children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on observation of the Preschool 1 classroom, diaper ointment was found accessible to children. Evidence: Diaper ointment was found on the shelving located below the diaper surface and also near the sink. These areas were accessible to children in care.”
  2. Nov 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about American Day School #1

Is American Day School #1 licensed?

Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.

When was American Day School #1 last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 3, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has American Day School #1 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 6 of 7 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 American Day School #1 care for?

99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does American Day School #1 accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are American Day School #1's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does American Day School #1 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 837-0237 to ask.

What is American Day School #1's phone number?

(703) 837-0237.

Where is American Day School #1?

917 Princess Street, Alexandria, VA 22314. The nearest other daycare we list is Bright Mind Preschool, 0.1 miles away.

Sources: Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety (license and visits).