Countryside Children's Daycare Center, Inc. (Allen Street)
18137 Allen Street, Ruther Glen, VA
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Beary Fun Daycare & Preschool is a licensed child care center in Ruther Glen, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 38 children, serving 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 33 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 38 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Beary Fun Daycare & Preschool has not listed its tuition.
State record
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 24, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 6 of 11 visits · 33 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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22.1-289.035-B-4
“Repeat Violation The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. The center did not request a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from one state for staff #1, who has been employed for one month and was working with children at the time of the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-560-F
“When centers choose to provide meals or snacks they shall follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of the child and adult care food program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The most recent nutritional requirements of the child and adult food program of the USDA requires that all five components be served for lunch. Lunch consisted of a chicken patty, fruit, and milk. A vegetable and a grain were needed.”
8VAC20-780-530-A
“Systemic Deficiency At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. 1. Staff #1 was alone with a group of 4 children, youngest child 19 months. Staff #1 is not certified in CPR or First Aid. 2. Staff #2 was alone with a group of 5 children, youngest child two-years-old. Staff #2 is not certified in CPR or First Aid. 3. Staff # 4 was alone with a group of 7 children, youngest child three-years-old. Staff #4 is not certified in CPR or First Aid.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“Systemic Deficiency The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #2. employed for 2 days, and who was working in a classroom alone with children, did not have a completed sworn statement.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“When a child's clothing or diaper becomes wet or soiled, the child shall be cleaned and changed immediately. During the 4 hour duration of the inspection no children were observed having their diapers changed. Staff stated that the last confirmed diaper changes occurred at 8am. Multiple children in classroom #1, youngest child 19 months, had diapers that were visibly full with urine.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water before and after eating meals or snacks. Staff shall wash their hands before feeding or helping children with feeding and before preparing or serving food or beverages. Staff did not wash their hands before feeding lunch or helping children with feeding lunch. Children's hands were not washed before or after eating lunch.”
8VAC20-780-340-F
“Children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Throughout the observation multiple children under the age of 10 were observed leaving the classroom alone and unsupervised to go to the restroom which is located down a hallway. The children were observed going through the kitchen to gain access to the restroom. Staff were not within actual sight and sound supervision of the children.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Systemic Deficiency The center must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #2, who had been employed for 2 days, did not have a completed national criminal background check. Staff #2 was observed working alone in a classroom with children.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“Systemic Deficiency The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee's first day of employment. 1. Staff #1, who has been employed for 1 month, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #1 was working alone with children. 2. Staff #2, who had been employed for 2 days, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #2 was working alone with children. 3. Staff #3, who has been employed for 1 month, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #3 was working alone with children.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Systemic Deficiency The center is required to request background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years prior to the employee's first day of employment. The center did not request a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or criminal history check from one state for staff #1 who has been employed for 1 month and was working alone in a classroom with children at the time of the inspection.”
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. Multiple children were observed alone and unsupervised going through the kitchen to go to the restroom. There was an unlocked low cabinet in the kitchen that contained carpet cleaner labeled "hazardous" and "keep out of reach of children". There was a can of disinfectant spray on a shelf above the sink. The can was labeled "caution" and "keep out of reach of children".”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Staff shall complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children. Staff #2 did not complete orientation training and was working alone with children.”
8VAC20-780-210-A
“Program leaders shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and have the required experience. Staff #4, who is identified as a program leader, and who was alone in a classroom, did not provide documentation of high school program completion or the equivalent.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Systemic Deficiency Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. 1. Staff #1, who has been actively working at the center for 1 month, did not have any completed references on file. 2. Staff #2, who was actively working at the center for 2 days, did not have any completed references on file. 3. Staff #4, who has been actively working at the center for 1 month, did not have any completed references on file.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“The center shall meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia. The center obtained proof of the identity and age for child #1 during the inspection, which was 2 months after enrollment.”
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 #4, employed for 1 month, did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. Staff #4 was working in a classroom with children.”
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Immunization records are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for child #3 was not signed.”
8VAC20-780-560-M
“No child shall be allowed to drink or eat while walking around. Child #2, 22 months old, was observed walking around while drinking a sippy cup.”
8VAC20-780-560-F
“When centers choose to provide meals or snacks they shall follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of the child and adult care food program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The most recent nutritional requirements of the child and adult food program of the USDA requires that all five components be served for lunch. Lunch consisted of a chicken patty, fruit, and milk. A vegetable and a grain were needed.”
8VAC20-780-530-A
“Systemic Deficiency At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. 1. Staff #1 was alone with a group of 4 children, youngest child 19 months. Staff #1 is not certified in CPR or First Aid. 2. Staff #2 was alone with a group of 5 children, youngest child two-years-old. Staff #2 is not certified in CPR or First Aid. 3. Staff # 4 was alone with a group of 7 children, youngest child three-years-old. Staff #4 is not certified in CPR or First Aid.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“Systemic Deficiency The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #2. employed for 2 days, and who was working in a classroom alone with children, did not have a completed sworn statement.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“When a child's clothing or diaper becomes wet or soiled, the child shall be cleaned and changed immediately. During the 4 hour duration of the inspection no children were observed having their diapers changed. Staff stated that the last confirmed diaper changes occurred at 8am. Multiple children in classroom #1, youngest child 19 months, had diapers that were visibly full with urine.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water before and after eating meals or snacks. Staff shall wash their hands before feeding or helping children with feeding and before preparing or serving food or beverages. Staff did not wash their hands before feeding lunch or helping children with feeding lunch. Children's hands were not washed before or after eating lunch.”
8VAC20-780-340-F
“Children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Throughout the observation multiple children under the age of 10 were observed leaving the classroom alone and unsupervised to go to the restroom which is located down a hallway. The children were observed going through the kitchen to gain access to the restroom. Staff were not within actual sight and sound supervision of the children.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Systemic Deficiency The center must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #2, who had been employed for 2 days, did not have a completed national criminal background check. Staff #2 was observed working alone in a classroom with children.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“Systemic Deficiency The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee's first day of employment. 1. Staff #1, who has been employed for 1 month, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #1 was working alone with children. 2. Staff #2, who had been employed for 2 days, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #2 was working alone with children. 3. Staff #3, who has been employed for 1 month, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #3 was working alone with children.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Systemic Deficiency The center is required to request background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years prior to the employee's first day of employment. The center did not request a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or criminal history check from one state for staff #1 who has been employed for 1 month and was working alone in a classroom with children at the time of the inspection.”
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. Multiple children were observed alone and unsupervised going through the kitchen to go to the restroom. There was an unlocked low cabinet in the kitchen that contained carpet cleaner labeled "hazardous" and "keep out of reach of children". There was a can of disinfectant spray on a shelf above the sink. The can was labeled "caution" and "keep out of reach of children".”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Staff shall complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children. Staff #2 did not complete orientation training and was working alone with children.”
8VAC20-780-210-A
“Program leaders shall be at least 18 years of age, have fulfilled a high school program completion or the equivalent, and have the required experience. Staff #4, who is identified as a program leader, and who was alone in a classroom, did not provide documentation of high school program completion or the equivalent.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Systemic Deficiency Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. 1. Staff #1, who has been actively working at the center for 1 month, did not have any completed references on file. 2. Staff #2, who was actively working at the center for 2 days, did not have any completed references on file. 3. Staff #4, who has been actively working at the center for 1 month, did not have any completed references on file.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“The center shall meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia. The center obtained proof of the identity and age for child #1 during the inspection, which was 2 months after enrollment.”
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 #4, employed for 1 month, did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. Staff #4 was working in a classroom with children.”
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Immunization records are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for child #3 was not signed.”
8VAC20-780-560-M
“No child shall be allowed to drink or eat while walking around. Child #2, 22 months old, was observed walking around while drinking a sippy cup.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Repeat Violation 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 by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Medication for child #15 was on site, but the medication authorization expired 61 days ago. The authorization had not been renewed and the medication was not returned or disposed of as required.”
8VAC20-780-510-H
“Nonprescription medication shall be in the original container with the direction label attached. Nonprescription medication was on site for child #14. The medication was not in the original container with the direction label attached.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Repeat Violation Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. 1. The record for child #1, enrolled for 3 months, did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. 2. The record for child #8 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #8 did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. 3. The record for child #10 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. 4. The record for child #12 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #12 did not contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. 1. There was no physical examination in the record of child #2, who had been enrolled for 6 weeks. 2. There was no physical examination in the record of child #3, who had been enrolled for 6 weeks. 3. There was no physical examination in the record of child #4, who had been enrolled for 10 weeks. 4. There was no physical examination in the record of child #8, who had been enrolled for 7 weeks. 5. There was no physical examination in the record of child #10, who had been enrolled for 4 months. 6. There was no physical examination in the record of child #12, who had been enrolled for 7 weeks.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Repeat Violation The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. 1. Child #2, who has been attending for 6 weeks, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file. 2. Child #3, who has been attending for 6 weeks, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file. 3. Child #8, who has been attending for 7 weeks, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file. 4. Child #11, who has been attending for 4 months, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file. 5. Child #12, who has been attending for 7 weeks, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
8VAC20-780-510-B
“The licensee did not ensure medication shall be given only with written authorization from the parent. Medication for child #7 was on site. The medication authorization expired 13 days ago. The medication was administered once after the authorization expired.”
8VAC20-780-90-A
“Systemic Deficiency A written agreement between the parent and the center shall be in each child's record by the first day of the child's attendance. The agreement shall be signed by the parent. 5 out of 5 records reviewed did not have a signed parent agreement that includes an authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Systemic Deficiency Each center shall maintain a separate record for each staff person that contains the required information. 1. 5 out of 5 staff records reviewed did not have any completed reference verifications on file. 2. 5 out of 5 staff records reviewed did not have the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Systemic Deficiency Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. 1. The record for child #1 did not contain the first date of attendance. 2. The record for child #2 did not contain the first date of attendance. 3. The record for child #3 did not contain the first date of attendance. The record for child #3 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #3 did not contain the names of persons authorized to pick up the child. 4. The record for child #4 did not contain the first date of attendance. The record for child #4 did not contain the name and phone number of the child's physician. The record for child #4 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #4 did not contain the names of persons authorized to pick up the child. 5. The record for child #5 did not contain the first date of attendance.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The findings from the most recent inspection, dated 05/13/2025, were not posted.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The posted allergy list was not dated.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Child #4, who was present, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
22.1-289.057-A
“The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“When an authorization for medication expires, the facility shall notify parents that the medication must be picked up within 14 days of the authorization expiring or that a new authorization should be completed. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Medication for child #6 was on site, but the medication authorization expired 15 days ago. The authorization had not been renewed and the medication was not returned or disposed of as required.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“The center is required to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. The center did not implement a practice evacuation drill in August 2025.”
8VAC20-780-510-B
“The licensee did not ensure medication shall be given only with written authorization from the parent. Medication for child #7 was on site. The medication authorization expired 13 days ago. The medication was administered once after the authorization expired.”
8VAC20-780-90-A
“Systemic Deficiency A written agreement between the parent and the center shall be in each child's record by the first day of the child's attendance. The agreement shall be signed by the parent. 5 out of 5 records reviewed did not have a signed parent agreement that includes an authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Systemic Deficiency Each center shall maintain a separate record for each staff person that contains the required information. 1. 5 out of 5 staff records reviewed did not have any completed reference verifications on file. 2. 5 out of 5 staff records reviewed did not have the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Systemic Deficiency Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. 1. The record for child #1 did not contain the first date of attendance. 2. The record for child #2 did not contain the first date of attendance. 3. The record for child #3 did not contain the first date of attendance. The record for child #3 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #3 did not contain the names of persons authorized to pick up the child. 4. The record for child #4 did not contain the first date of attendance. The record for child #4 did not contain the name and phone number of the child's physician. The record for child #4 did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #4 did not contain the names of persons authorized to pick up the child. 5. The record for child #5 did not contain the first date of attendance.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The findings from the most recent inspection, dated 05/13/2025, were not posted.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The posted allergy list was not dated.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Child #4, who was present, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
22.1-289.057-A
“The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“When an authorization for medication expires, the facility shall notify parents that the medication must be picked up within 14 days of the authorization expiring or that a new authorization should be completed. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Medication for child #6 was on site, but the medication authorization expired 15 days ago. The authorization had not been renewed and the medication was not returned or disposed of as required.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“The center is required to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. The center did not implement a practice evacuation drill in August 2025.”
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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 August 24, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 33 rules across 6 of 11 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.
38, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 650-0675 to ask.
(804) 650-0675.
17470 Center Drive, Unit 4-A, Ruther Glen, VA 22546. The nearest other daycare we list is Countryside Children's Daycare Center, Inc. - Prosperity Way, 0.1 miles away.