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Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center

6399 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 223124.4· 21 reviews
licensed capacity
56
open each week
5 days

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About Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center

Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 56 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 11 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
56 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity56 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
56 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1108994
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Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 12, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 12 visits · 11 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Safety and hazards 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. Mar 12, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-530-A-1

      “Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate to the age of the children in care from an organization such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. Staff # 1, #2, #4 and #5 have taken recertification but the training did not include an in-person competency demonstration.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #2 updated screening was due 2 months ago.”
  2. Sep 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall, annually take the department's health and safety 3 hour update course. Staff #1 has not completed the annual health and safety update course, the training was due 4 months ago.”
  3. Sep 29, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall, annually take the department's health and safety 3 hour update course. Staff #1 has not completed the annual health and safety update course, the training was due 4 months ago.”
  4. Mar 20, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: No

      “The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was mouse droppings found on a child's car seat which was stored in the outside utility closet.”
  5. Mar 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: No

      “The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was mouse droppings found on a child's car seat which was stored in the outside utility closet.”
  6. Mar 20, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: No

      “The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was mouse droppings found on a child's car seat which was stored in the outside utility closet.”
  7. Oct 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 15, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. May 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-7

      “Based on a review of children records, 1 child's record indicates allergies to food but does not address actions to take in an emergency situation. Evidence: Child # 4 record indicates food allergies, there are no instruction to the actions to take in an emergency situation.”
  10. May 23, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-7

      “Based on a review of children records, 1 child's record indicates allergies to food but does not address actions to take in an emergency situation. Evidence: Child # 4 record indicates food allergies, there are no instruction to the actions to take in an emergency situation.”
Show 14 earlier visits
  1. Nov 9, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on interview, staff did not properly change and dispose of the diapers of children in care. Evidence: 1) Staff A stated that she changed the pull up of a child inside the classroom and without a non-absorbent surface. 2) The pull up was located in the trashcan located in the classroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on observation, the restroom was missing required contents. Evidence: The restroom located on the first floor was missing paper towels.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not kept in an operable condition. Evidence: The toilet seat located in the bathroom on the first floor was broken.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records were missing required information. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff B was missing the address of an emergency contact. 2) The record of Staff C was missing their position.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not maintain a complete record for each child enrolled. Evidence: 1) The record of Child A was missing an area for "nick name" and the mother's work phone number. 2) The record of Child B was missing an area for "nick name" and 1 of 2 required emergency contact addresses. 3) The record of Child C was missing an area for "nick name", 1 of 2 required emergency contacts, employer number of both parents and the name and phone number of the physician.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: Cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet located in the "2-3 years old" room and the "2 years old" room.”
  2. Nov 9, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on interview, staff did not properly change and dispose of the diapers of children in care. Evidence: 1) Staff A stated that she changed the pull up of a child inside the classroom and without a non-absorbent surface. 2) The pull up was located in the trashcan located in the classroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on observation, the restroom was missing required contents. Evidence: The restroom located on the first floor was missing paper towels.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not kept in an operable condition. Evidence: The toilet seat located in the bathroom on the first floor was broken.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records were missing required information. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff B was missing the address of an emergency contact. 2) The record of Staff C was missing their position.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not maintain a complete record for each child enrolled. Evidence: 1) The record of Child A was missing an area for "nick name" and the mother's work phone number. 2) The record of Child B was missing an area for "nick name" and 1 of 2 required emergency contact addresses. 3) The record of Child C was missing an area for "nick name", 1 of 2 required emergency contacts, employer number of both parents and the name and phone number of the physician.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: Cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet located in the "2-3 years old" room and the "2 years old" room.”
  3. May 3, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete the safety update course. Evidence: Staff A and B did not complete the safety update course for 2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, children's records were missing required information. Evidence: The records of children A-C were missing a signature on the first page of the health documents.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-I

      “Based on observation, 911 and poison control numbers were not posted near each phone. Evidence: The 911 and poison control numbers were not posted at the telephone located at the door of the "Toddlers" room.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-A

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete 16 hours of annual training. Evidence: 1. Staff A did not complete any hours of annual training in 2022. 2. Staff B completed 4 hours of annual training in 2022.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, cleaning supplies were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Cleaning supplies were found unlocked in both bathrooms that are occupied by children.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on observation, Children under 10 years of age were not always with actual sight and sound supervision. Evidence: 7 Children were out of actual sight and sound supervision for approximately 1 minute when Staff A took 1 child to the restroom.”
  4. May 3, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete the safety update course. Evidence: Staff A and B did not complete the safety update course for 2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, children's records were missing required information. Evidence: The records of children A-C were missing a signature on the first page of the health documents.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-I

      “Based on observation, 911 and poison control numbers were not posted near each phone. Evidence: The 911 and poison control numbers were not posted at the telephone located at the door of the "Toddlers" room.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-A

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete 16 hours of annual training. Evidence: 1. Staff A did not complete any hours of annual training in 2022. 2. Staff B completed 4 hours of annual training in 2022.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, cleaning supplies were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Cleaning supplies were found unlocked in both bathrooms that are occupied by children.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on observation, Children under 10 years of age were not always with actual sight and sound supervision. Evidence: 7 Children were out of actual sight and sound supervision for approximately 1 minute when Staff A took 1 child to the restroom.”
  5. Jan 12, 2023Complaint investigation13 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation, interview and documentation reviewed, the center’s own policies and procedures regarding discipline were not adhered to. Evidence: 1. The facility’s discipline policy states ?we do not?use any strategy that?forces a child?. 2. On 12/14/2022, in the Toddlers 1 classroom, when Child A (age 2 years) tried to get up to leave circle time, Staff A forced the child back to the circle by grabbing him by the arm and dragging him along the floor. 3. Staff B confirmed the incident occurred and that it resulted in Staff A receiving a written reprimand which stated in part, Staff A ?grabbed a child in the wrong way?.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-400-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation, interview and documentation reviewed, behavioral guidance was not constructive in nature, or age and stage appropriate. Evidence: 1. A video recorded on 12/14/2022 in the Toddlers 1 classroom showed the following: a. While the group was sitting in circle time, Child A (age 2 years) tried to get up to leave the area. b. Staff A pulled the right arm of Child A and dragged him along the floor back to the circle. 2. Staff B confirmed the incident occurred and that it resulted in Staff A receiving a written reprimand. 3. Staff A received a written reprimand for this incident which stated in part, Staff A ?grabbed a child in the wrong way?”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, a child’s record was missing required information. Evidence: The record of Child A (age 2) was missing the following required information: 1. Father’s residential information 2. Father’s employment information 3. Employer phone number of the mother 4. Start date.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, documentation of tuberculosis screening was not submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: Staff D did not have documentation of a tuberculosis screening. Staff D was hired 01/09/2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, the documentation of tuberculosis screening was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: The tuberculosis screening of Staff C was completed 03/26/2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-70 Complaint related: No

      “Based on record reviews, staff records were missing required information. Evidence: 1. The record of Staff A (hired 05/10/2021) and C (hired 08/11/2021) were missing proof of reference checks. 2. The record of Staff D (hired 01/09/2023) was missing the following: a. An emergency contact b. Proof of age c. Proof of reference checks d. A complete application.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination on file. Evidence: Child A (age 2) did not have a physical exam on file.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2 Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, central registry search results were not complete within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The central registry search results for Staff A were completed on 12/07/2021. Staff A was hired 05/10/2021. 2. The central registry search results for Staff D were completed on 11/22/2021. Staff D was hired 08/11/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, a minor injury report was missing required information. Evidence: A minor injury report reviewed in the file of Child A was missing the following required information: 1. future action to prevent the injury 2. name child involved in injury 3. treatment of injury 4. parent notification date.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on record reviews, the sworn statement of Staff D was not completed prior to the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff D did not have a sworn statement on file. Staff D was hired 01/09/2023.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-180-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interview, staff were not capable of communicating effectively orally. Evidence: 1. Staff A works with children in the Toddlers 1 class and Staff C works with children in the Toddlers class. 2. Staff A and Staff C were unable to effectively communicate orally as applicable to their job responsibilities. 3. Staff B stated she uses a translator from her other facility to communicate with Staff A and Staff C. 4. A translator was required to interview Staff A and C for this investigation. 5. Staff B confirmed that the children who do not speak Spanish are unable to communicate their wants and needs to Staff A and C.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-D Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interview, in each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader was not regularly present. Evidence: Staff B stated that from October 2022 until January 2023, a program leader was not regularly present with the Toddlers 1 group (ages 2 and 3 years).”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-C Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review, orientation was not completed prior to working alone with children and within seven days of the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff D did not have documentation of orientation on file. Staff D was hired 01/9/2023.”
  6. Nov 30, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-820-120-A-7

      “Based on observation, the facility was operating outside of the terms of the license. Evidence: Staff A and a child were located in a space not approved within the terms of the license.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-40-H

      “Based on in interview, proof of liability insurance was not available. Evidence: Staff A stated she did not have the liability information.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on observation, the findings of the most recent inspection were not posted. Evidence: The findings of the most recent inspection were located in a file cabinet and not posted.”
  7. May 4, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Cleaning materials were located in a bin in the Caterpillar 2 room.”
  8. Apr 28, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Based on record review, the Virginia Pre-Service training was not complete by all staff. Evidence: Staff A, B and C were missing the Virginia Pre-Service Training.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-A

      “Based on observation, children and staff records were not treated confidentially. Evidence. Children and Staff records were located on a shelf in the corner of the Butterflies classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-540-C

      “Based on observation, the first aid kit did not have all of the required components. Evidence: The first Aid kit was missing scissors and activated charcoal.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the record of each child was not complete. Evidence: Child A was missing the employer, the employer number and employer address of both parents. Child B did not have documentation of proof of identification.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, the record of each staff was not complete. Evidence: 1. Staff A,B and C were missing an emergency contact. 2. Staff A and B were missing proof of identification and proof of orientation. 3. Staff C was missing 2 required references, proof of orientation and job title.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Hazardous cleaning liquid was unlocked in a bucket in the Caterpillar 1 and Caterpillar 2 rooms.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “Based on interview, there was not at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. Evidence: When asked which staff obtained daily health observation training, Staff D stated no one.”
  9. Apr 28, 2022Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Based on record review, the Virginia Pre-Service training was not complete by all staff. Evidence: Staff A, B and C were missing the Virginia Pre-Service Training.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-A

      “Based on observation, children and staff records were not treated confidentially. Evidence. Children and Staff records were located on a shelf in the corner of the Butterflies classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-540-C

      “Based on observation, the first aid kit did not have all of the required components. Evidence: The first Aid kit was missing scissors and activated charcoal.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the record of each child was not complete. Evidence: Child A was missing the employer, the employer number and employer address of both parents. Child B did not have documentation of proof of identification.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, the record of each staff was not complete. Evidence: 1. Staff A,B and C were missing an emergency contact. 2. Staff A and B were missing proof of identification and proof of orientation. 3. Staff C was missing 2 required references, proof of orientation and job title.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: Hazardous cleaning liquid was unlocked in a bucket in the Caterpillar 1 and Caterpillar 2 rooms.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “Based on interview, there was not at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. Evidence: When asked which staff obtained daily health observation training, Staff D stated no one.”
  10. Dec 8, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: 1) Cleaning liquid containing bleach was located on the shelf in the classroom. 2) Cleaning substances were in an unlocked closet in the hallway.”
  11. Dec 8, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: 1) Cleaning liquid containing bleach was located on the shelf in the classroom. 2) Cleaning substances were in an unlocked closet in the hallway.”
  12. Sep 29, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-185-190-A

      “Based on interview, the facility did not have a qualified director on site. Evidence: Staff A stated the program director was not in the center consistently for the past two weeks.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-185-540-A

      “Based on interview, the facility did not have a complete first aid kit. Evidence: The first aid kit was missing 2 of 2 required triangle bandages.”
  13. Sep 29, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-185-190-A

      “Based on interview, the facility did not have a qualified director on site. Evidence: Staff A stated the program director was not in the center consistently for the past two weeks.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-185-540-A

      “Based on interview, the facility did not have a complete first aid kit. Evidence: The first aid kit was missing 2 of 2 required triangle bandages.”
  14. Nov 30, 2020InspectionNo 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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FAQ

Questions about Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center

Is Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on March 12, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 10 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 Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center care for?

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

Does Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center's hours?

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

How much does Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 942-8081 to ask.

What is Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center's phone number?

(703) 942-8081.

Where is Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center?

6399 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 22312. The nearest other daycare we list is Maniya Ashraf, 0.2 miles away.

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