Mercedes Guerrero
Alexandria, VA 22312 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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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.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 56 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Bailey's Childcare and Learning Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
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
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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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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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?.”
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?”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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).”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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.”
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Alexandria, VA 22312 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22312 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
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.
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.
56, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 942-8081 to ask.
(703) 942-8081.
6399 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, VA 22312. The nearest other daycare we list is Maniya Ashraf, 0.2 miles away.