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Roanoke, VA 24012 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Backyard Bears Day School
- licensed capacity
- 32
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Backyard Bears Day School
Backyard Bears Day School is a licensed child care center in Vinton, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 32 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
6 mo
1
2
3
4
5
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8
10
12 yr
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 32 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 32 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Backyard Bears Day School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Backyard Bears Day School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 32 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #1108235
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 9 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 3
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 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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Jun 4, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Disposable diapers shall be disposed in a leakproof or plastic lined system either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hands nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. In the two year old class and the preschool class the foot operated receptacle for diaper disposal was not working as required.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the toddler room, under the diaper changing table, the locking mechanism was broken and allowed access to the stored cleaners by the children.”
Dec 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-440-C
“Double decker cribs, cots, or beds or other sleeping equipment when stacked shall not be permitted. Two children were observed sleeping on a stack of cots during rest time.”
8VAC20-780-560-J
“Tables and high chair trays shall be sanitized before and after each use for feeding. Tables used for afternoon snack were not sanitized after the children has finished eating.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The most recent inspection shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The center's most recent inspection was not posted.”
Dec 10, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-440-C
“Double decker cribs, cots, or beds or other sleeping equipment when stacked shall not be permitted. Two children were observed sleeping on a stack of cots during rest time.”
8VAC20-780-560-J
“Tables and high chair trays shall be sanitized before and after each use for feeding. Tables used for afternoon snack were not sanitized after the children has finished eating.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The most recent inspection shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The center's most recent inspection was not posted.”
May 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with the children. Staff 3 who was actively working during the inspection, did not have results of a TB screening in the record.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Providers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #3, who had been employed for six months, did not have a completed national criminal background check.”
May 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with the children. Staff 3 who was actively working during the inspection, did not have results of a TB screening in the record.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Providers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #3, who had been employed for six months, did not have a completed national criminal background check.”
Aug 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Licensing inspector observed a hole in the wall approximately 1 inch in diameter in the preschool class and a toilet tank lid that was cracked in half in the toddler class bathroom during the inspection on 8/26/2024. Children were not observed in the areas but they were accessible to children.”
Aug 26, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Licensing inspector observed a hole in the wall approximately 1 inch in diameter in the preschool class and a toilet tank lid that was cracked in half in the toddler class bathroom during the inspection on 8/26/2024. Children were not observed in the areas but they were accessible to children.”
Jan 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the facility was not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. EVIDENCE: The floor in the bathroom next to the kitchen is damaged and is a trip hazard. In two areas inside the bathroom near the doors, the flooring is peeling up and missing pieces.”
Jan 5, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the facility was not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. EVIDENCE: The floor in the bathroom next to the kitchen is damaged and is a trip hazard. In two areas inside the bathroom near the doors, the flooring is peeling up and missing pieces.”
Jul 31, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that a diapering table were used only changing diapers. EVIDENCE: The infant room had several items stored on the diapering table.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to have documentation that information in the child records was up-to-date as required by 8VAC20-780-9420-E-3. This is required annually. EVIDENCE: 1. The information in the record for child 2 was obtained on 6/21/2022, which was over one year ago. 2. The information in the record for child 3 was obtained on 5/2/2022, which was over one year ago.”
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Jul 31, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that a diapering table were used only changing diapers. EVIDENCE: The infant room had several items stored on the diapering table.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to have documentation that information in the child records was up-to-date as required by 8VAC20-780-9420-E-3. This is required annually. EVIDENCE: 1. The information in the record for child 2 was obtained on 6/21/2022, which was over one year ago. 2. The information in the record for child 3 was obtained on 5/2/2022, which was over one year ago.”
- Jan 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 10, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-440-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all cribs, cots, rest mats or beds shall be identified for use by a specific child. Evidence: The crib next to the window in the infant area was not labeled with the name of the specific child it was assigned to.”
Jan 10, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-440-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that all cribs, cots, rest mats or beds shall be identified for use by a specific child. Evidence: The crib next to the window in the infant area was not labeled with the name of the specific child it was assigned to.”
Jul 11, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Based on review of five children’s records, the center failed to ensure that all immunizations forms obtained were signed by a physician. Evidence: Child #5 first date of attendance was 6/6/2022 and on the day of the inspection the immunization form that was in the child’s record was not signed by a physician.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the required nonabsorbent surface for diapering was used. Evidence: The changing pad in the 2-3 year old room was separated at the seam and the padding was exposed.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on review of five children’s records, the center failed to ensure that all physical examination records were obtained within 30 days of the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #5 first date of attendance was 6/6/2022 and on the day of the inspection did not have the required physical examination record.”
Jul 11, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Based on review of five children’s records, the center failed to ensure that all immunizations forms obtained were signed by a physician. Evidence: Child #5 first date of attendance was 6/6/2022 and on the day of the inspection the immunization form that was in the child’s record was not signed by a physician.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the required nonabsorbent surface for diapering was used. Evidence: The changing pad in the 2-3 year old room was separated at the seam and the padding was exposed.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on review of five children’s records, the center failed to ensure that all physical examination records were obtained within 30 days of the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #5 first date of attendance was 6/6/2022 and on the day of the inspection did not have the required physical examination record.”
Jan 11, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation and discussion with the staff, the center failed to maintain the minimum requirements of a first aid kit. Evidence: The first aid kit did not contain adhesive tape.”
8VAC20-780-350-B
“Based on observation and discussion with staff, the center failed to maintain the required staff-to-child for 3 year olds up to school age eligible; 1 staff member for every 10 children. Evidence: There were 11 children and 1 staff member in the Pre-K class during the 01/11/2022 on-site inspection. It was determined that the children in that class were aged 3 years-4 years. The required ratio for that class was 1 staff for every 10 children.”
Jan 11, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation and discussion with the staff, the center failed to maintain the minimum requirements of a first aid kit. Evidence: The first aid kit did not contain adhesive tape.”
8VAC20-780-350-B
“Based on observation and discussion with staff, the center failed to maintain the required staff-to-child for 3 year olds up to school age eligible; 1 staff member for every 10 children. Evidence: There were 11 children and 1 staff member in the Pre-K class during the 01/11/2022 on-site inspection. It was determined that the children in that class were aged 3 years-4 years. The required ratio for that class was 1 staff for every 10 children.”
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FAQ
Questions about Backyard Bears Day School
Is Backyard Bears Day School licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Backyard Bears Day School last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Backyard Bears Day School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 9 of 9 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 Backyard Bears Day School care for?
32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Backyard Bears Day School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Backyard Bears Day School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Backyard Bears Day School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 819-4972 to ask.
What is Backyard Bears Day School's phone number?
(540) 819-4972.
Where is Backyard Bears Day School?
360 East Virginia Avenue, Vinton, VA 24179. The nearest other daycare we list is Parkway Wesleyan Church, 0.1 miles away.