Cheryl Morman
N. Chesterfield, VA 23234 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Bright Bee Academy is a licensed child care center in North Chesterfield, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 194 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 24 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Daily life | Extended care: Convenient early morning and late evening hours |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 194 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Bright Bee Academy has not listed its tuition.
State record
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 11 of 12 visits · 24 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-A Complaint related: No
“The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent sworn statement for staff #1 was overdue by 17 days.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“***Repeat Violation*** Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. 1. On the roof of building #1, a large piece of the roofing was hanging down the side of the building. 2. The school age playground had broken fence boards and slats missing from the fence. 3. The school age playground had trash which included: plastic cups, chip bags, Styrofoam, and candy wrappers.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“***Repeat Violation*** A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. 1. Board Member #2 had an updated screening which was dated 18 days late. 2. Board Member #1 did not have an updated TB screening which was overdue by 349 days.”
22.1-289.036-A
“The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent sworn statement for board member #1 was overdue by 10 days.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“***Repeat Violation*** Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. 1. In room #4 and bathroom #3 window blinds are cracked, broken in two, and hanging from window. 2. In bathroom #4, brown liquid was observed around the base of the two toilets. The seal on the base of toilets was cracked. 3. In room #5, a gap between the door and door frame with sharp edges.”
8VAC20-780-70
“***Repeat Violation*** Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. The record for staff #3 did not have reference checks which are overdue by 134 days.”
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Staff shall complete the departments health and safety update course annually. The record for staff #5 did not have documentation of the completing the health and safety course for 2025.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“***Repeat Violation*** Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. 1. In room #4 and bathroom #3 window blinds are cracked, broken in two, and hanging from window. 2. In bathroom #4, brown liquid was observed around the base of the two toilets. The seal on the base of toilets was cracked. 3. In room #5, a gap between the door and door frame with sharp edges.”
8VAC20-780-70
“***Repeat Violation*** Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. The record for staff #3 did not have reference checks which are overdue by 134 days.”
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Staff shall complete the departments health and safety update course annually. The record for staff #5 did not have documentation of the completing the health and safety course for 2025.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff are required to have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #3, employed for over seven months, did not have documentation of current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff are required to have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #3, employed for over seven months, did not have documentation of current first aid certification.”
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. The screening for staff # 5 was completed 64 days prior to hire.”
8VAC20-780-350-M
“One staff member shall not supervise more than one room or area during rest time. Staff #3 was observed supervising two separate rooms of two-year-old children from the doorway during rest time.”
8VAC20-780-350-I
“For children ages 16 months through preschool age, during the designated rest period, when children are resting or in an inactive state, the following rest period ratios are permitted: Children two years of age: one staff per 16 children. Staff #3 was observed supervising two classrooms with a total of 17 two-year-old children during the designated rest period.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff are required to have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #3, employed for over seven months, did not have documentation of current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff are required to have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #3, employed for over seven months, did not have documentation of current first aid certification.”
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. The screening for staff # 5 was completed 64 days prior to hire.”
8VAC20-780-350-M
“One staff member shall not supervise more than one room or area during rest time. Staff #3 was observed supervising two separate rooms of two-year-old children from the doorway during rest time.”
8VAC20-780-350-I
“For children ages 16 months through preschool age, during the designated rest period, when children are resting or in an inactive state, the following rest period ratios are permitted: Children two years of age: one staff per 16 children. Staff #3 was observed supervising two classrooms with a total of 17 two-year-old children during the designated rest period.”
8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No
“The center shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence as required by the Standards. 1. The accident report for child #1 did not contain documentation of staff present, any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury, and staff and parent signatures or two staff signatures 2. The accident report for child #2 did not contain documentation of staff present and any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. 1. In the infant room, the backdoor double-pane window had a scattered windowpane. 2. On the playground, a total of eight fence boards were broken, pulled away from the fence base or missing. 3. In the toddler room, the wall was cracking and damp to the touch. 4. In the Pre-K room, the molding was missing exposing cracked drywall.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The record for staff #5 had a TB screening seven days past the date of the last TB screening.”
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 current allergy list had names of children no longer enrolled in the child day center.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245. The record for staff #2 did not have documentation of education and / or certification required by the job position.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. Staff #2 was alone with a group of five, toddler children and was not certified in CPR and first aid”
8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No
“The center shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence as required by the Standards. 1. The accident report for child #1 did not contain documentation of staff present, any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury, and staff and parent signatures or two staff signatures 2. The accident report for child #2 did not contain documentation of staff present and any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. 1. In the infant room, the backdoor double-pane window had a scattered windowpane. 2. On the playground, a total of eight fence boards were broken, pulled away from the fence base or missing. 3. In the toddler room, the wall was cracking and damp to the touch. 4. In the Pre-K room, the molding was missing exposing cracked drywall.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The record for staff #5 had a TB screening seven days past the date of the last TB screening.”
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 current allergy list had names of children no longer enrolled in the child day center.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245. The record for staff #2 did not have documentation of education and / or certification required by the job position.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. Staff #2 was alone with a group of five, toddler children and was not certified in CPR and first aid”
8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No
“The center shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence as required by the Standards. 1. The accident report for child #1 did not contain documentation of staff present, any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury, and staff and parent signatures or two staff signatures 2. The accident report for child #2 did not contain documentation of staff present and any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. 1. In the infant room, the backdoor double-pane window had a scattered windowpane. 2. On the playground, a total of eight fence boards were broken, pulled away from the fence base or missing. 3. In the toddler room, the wall was cracking and damp to the touch. 4. In the Pre-K room, the molding was missing exposing cracked drywall.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The record for staff #5 had a TB screening seven days past the date of the last TB screening.”
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 current allergy list had names of children no longer enrolled in the child day center.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245. The record for staff #2 did not have documentation of education and / or certification required by the job position.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. Staff #2 was alone with a group of five, toddler children and was not certified in CPR and first aid”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Repeat Violation Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child's record contained documentation of immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for child #6 (enrolled: 8/14/23) did not have immunizations signed by a physician.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In building #1, room #2, the backdoor window had a scattered windowpane. 2. In building #2, the staircase had chipped and peeling paint. In room #6, the baseboard molding around the bottom edge of the wall was coming away from the wall exposing drywall and a hole in the drywall. In room #3, the paper towel dispenser was hanging off the wall on one side. 3. As you enter playground #1, there is a square hole in the sidewalk which could pose a tripping hazard. 4. On playground #2, the fence had broken jagged edges which could snag skin.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on a review of the facility's injury reports, all required information was not documented. Evidence: A sample of a 10 child injury reports did not include the following: six injury reports did not contain the date and time parents were notified, two injury reports did not have documentation of how parent was notified, and one injury report did not have future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
8VAC20-780-240-C
“Based on a review of records and interview, the center did not ensure that orientation training included all requirements. Evidence: The records for staff #2, (employed 2/02/24), staff #3 (employed 2/01/24), staff 4 (employed 12/07/23), and staff #5 (employed 7/17/23) did not include prevention of sudden infant death syndrome, use of safe sleep practices and prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, including procedures to cope with crying babies or distraught children. 2. Administrator stated that the orientation did not include the required components.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Repeat Violation Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within one month after attendance. Evidence: The records for child #2 (enrolled: 9/19/23) and child #6 (enrolled: 8/14/23), did not have the results of the physical examination.”
8VAC20-780-560-J
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that the surface of tables were sanitized using a spray disinfectant solution after each use for feeding. Evidence: 1. In classroom #4, children finished snack and went to other activities on the carpet and staff #3 did not sanitize the table after use.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Repeat Violation Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child's record contained documentation of immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for child #6 (enrolled: 8/14/23) did not have immunizations signed by a physician.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In building #1, room #2, the backdoor window had a scattered windowpane. 2. In building #2, the staircase had chipped and peeling paint. In room #6, the baseboard molding around the bottom edge of the wall was coming away from the wall exposing drywall and a hole in the drywall. In room #3, the paper towel dispenser was hanging off the wall on one side. 3. As you enter playground #1, there is a square hole in the sidewalk which could pose a tripping hazard. 4. On playground #2, the fence had broken jagged edges which could snag skin.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on a review of the facility's injury reports, all required information was not documented. Evidence: A sample of a 10 child injury reports did not include the following: six injury reports did not contain the date and time parents were notified, two injury reports did not have documentation of how parent was notified, and one injury report did not have future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
8VAC20-780-240-C
“Based on a review of records and interview, the center did not ensure that orientation training included all requirements. Evidence: The records for staff #2, (employed 2/02/24), staff #3 (employed 2/01/24), staff 4 (employed 12/07/23), and staff #5 (employed 7/17/23) did not include prevention of sudden infant death syndrome, use of safe sleep practices and prevention of shaken baby syndrome and abusive head trauma, including procedures to cope with crying babies or distraught children. 2. Administrator stated that the orientation did not include the required components.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Repeat Violation Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within one month after attendance. Evidence: The records for child #2 (enrolled: 9/19/23) and child #6 (enrolled: 8/14/23), did not have the results of the physical examination.”
8VAC20-780-560-J
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that the surface of tables were sanitized using a spray disinfectant solution after each use for feeding. Evidence: 1. In classroom #4, children finished snack and went to other activities on the carpet and staff #3 did not sanitize the table after use.”
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, the center did not ensure that a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction was completed. Evidence: The record for Child A did not have an Action Allergy plan. The physical indicated that Child A had a Allergy.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure one of two staff records contained documentation of out of state child abuse and neglect search. Evidence: 1. The record of staff # 5 (hire date 6/23/23) did not have documentation of an out of state child abuse and neglect search request.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff obtained fingerprint results prior to hire. Evidence: The record for Staff #3 (hire date 6/26/2023) did not contain a fingerprint-based background check determination letter from the Office of Background Investigation prior to employment.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan was dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: In room #1, room #2, room #3, room #4, room #5, room #6, and room #7 did not keep the allergy list confidential.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not have documentation of central registry findings for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #6 (hire date 5/23/23) did not contain documentation of central registry findings.”
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, the center did not ensure that a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction was completed. Evidence: The record for Child A did not have an Action Allergy plan. The physical indicated that Child A had a Allergy.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure one of two staff records contained documentation of out of state child abuse and neglect search. Evidence: 1. The record of staff # 5 (hire date 6/23/23) did not have documentation of an out of state child abuse and neglect search request.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff obtained fingerprint results prior to hire. Evidence: The record for Staff #3 (hire date 6/26/2023) did not contain a fingerprint-based background check determination letter from the Office of Background Investigation prior to employment.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan was dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: In room #1, room #2, room #3, room #4, room #5, room #6, and room #7 did not keep the allergy list confidential.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not have documentation of central registry findings for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #6 (hire date 5/23/23) did not contain documentation of central registry findings.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: In classroom #1, the bathroom had a whole in the wall exposing drywall. The toilet paper holder was broken and not attached to the wall. In classroom #4, two child size sinks had cracks and breaking behind the water faucet. One of the child size sinks is unstable and moves up and down and one toilet paper holder not attached to the wall.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within one month after attendance. Evidence: The record for child #4 (start date: 5/24/21), did not have a physical examination.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on a review of staff records, the center did not ensure that documentation of two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: The record for staff # 8 (employed: 6/26/22) did not contain documentation of two or more references before employment.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of children's records, the provider did not ensure each record contained documentation of immunizations prior to attending the child day center. Evidence: The record for child #9( start date: 3/29/21) did not include documentation of immunizations.”
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure first aid kits contained all required items. Evidence: In building #2, the first aid kit did not have a first aid instructional manual.”
8VAC20-780-320-B
“Based on observation, not all restrooms are equipped with soap and paper towels. Evidence: 1. In classroom #3, there were no paper towels or soap within reach of children. 2. In classroom #6, there were no paper towels within reach of children. Each restroom are provided for children shall be equipped with soap, toilet paper, and disposable wipes or an air dryer within reach of children.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: In classroom #1, the bathroom had a whole in the wall exposing drywall. The toilet paper holder was broken and not attached to the wall. In classroom #4, two child size sinks had cracks and breaking behind the water faucet. One of the child size sinks is unstable and moves up and down and one toilet paper holder not attached to the wall.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within one month after attendance. Evidence: The record for child #4 (start date: 5/24/21), did not have a physical examination.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on a review of staff records, the center did not ensure that documentation of two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: The record for staff # 8 (employed: 6/26/22) did not contain documentation of two or more references before employment.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of children's records, the provider did not ensure each record contained documentation of immunizations prior to attending the child day center. Evidence: The record for child #9( start date: 3/29/21) did not include documentation of immunizations.”
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure first aid kits contained all required items. Evidence: In building #2, the first aid kit did not have a first aid instructional manual.”
8VAC20-780-320-B
“Based on observation, not all restrooms are equipped with soap and paper towels. Evidence: 1. In classroom #3, there were no paper towels or soap within reach of children. 2. In classroom #6, there were no paper towels within reach of children. Each restroom are provided for children shall be equipped with soap, toilet paper, and disposable wipes or an air dryer within reach of children.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: In classroom #1, the bathroom had a whole in the wall exposing drywall. The toilet paper holder was broken and not attached to the wall. In classroom #4, two child size sinks had cracks and breaking behind the water faucet. One of the child size sinks is unstable and moves up and down and one toilet paper holder not attached to the wall.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on a review of children's records, the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within one month after attendance. Evidence: The record for child #4 (start date: 5/24/21), did not have a physical examination.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on a review of staff records, the center did not ensure that documentation of two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: The record for staff # 8 (employed: 6/26/22) did not contain documentation of two or more references before employment.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of children's records, the provider did not ensure each record contained documentation of immunizations prior to attending the child day center. Evidence: The record for child #9( start date: 3/29/21) did not include documentation of immunizations.”
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation, the facility did not ensure first aid kits contained all required items. Evidence: In building #2, the first aid kit did not have a first aid instructional manual.”
8VAC20-780-320-B
“Based on observation, not all restrooms are equipped with soap and paper towels. Evidence: 1. In classroom #3, there were no paper towels or soap within reach of children. 2. In classroom #6, there were no paper towels within reach of children. Each restroom are provided for children shall be equipped with soap, toilet paper, and disposable wipes or an air dryer within reach of children.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation and an interview, the center did not ensure hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In a utility closet located in classroom #2, there was a bottle of liquid nails adhesive labeled ?Danger,? ?Extremely Flammable,? and ?Harmful?, eight cans of paint labeled ?Danger,? and ?Keep Out of Reach of Children", and five containers of Pro-Line heavy-duty cleaner labeled ?Caution,? and ?Keep Out of Reach of Children?. The utility closest was unlocked and accessible to children. 2. In the bathroom #2, there was Lysol disinfectant spray labeled ?Keep Out of Reach of Children? and ?Warning? and one container of Pinalen fragrance ?Caution,? and ?Keep Out of Reach of Children? in an unlocked cabinet. Bathroom #2 also has an outside lock on the door which was unlocked at the time of inspection.”
8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
“Based on review of records and interview, the center did not obtain required background checks for each board officer and agent within 30 days after the change. Evidence: 1 The record for Officer #2 (office date 02/08/2022) did not contain central registry results. During interview, Administrator stated officer #2 was appointed to office on 02/08/2022, but the required central registry results for the officer was not obtained within 30 days after start of office.”
8VAC20-780-510-L
“Based on observation and an interview, the center did not ensure medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by written physician's orders, including refrigerated medication and staff's personal medication, were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. On bus #1 and bus #2, the first aid kits had multiple packets of pain reliever and antacid inside the unlocked first aid kit located on the floor in the front of the bus. 2. The administrator was present and stated that the medication was in the first aid kit on bus #1 and bus #2.”
8VAC20-780-570-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that when a child is placed in an infant seat or high chair, the protective belt shall be fastened securely. Evidence: 1. Three high chairs were in use in classroom #1, two children did not have protective belts fastened. 2. The teacher stated that the seat belts were not in use at the time of inspection. 3. All children present were 12 months of age or younger.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the infant and toddler playground, the edging of the artificial grass was raised on three of the four sides creating a tripping hazard. 2. On the school-age playground, the gutter downspout was not secure to the building. The downspout was swinging side to side. 3. In the bathroom #1, there was a broken toilet paper holder. No toilet paper was available for that toilet.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation and an interview, the center did not ensure hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In a utility closet located in classroom #2, there was a bottle of liquid nails adhesive labeled ?Danger,? ?Extremely Flammable,? and ?Harmful?, eight cans of paint labeled ?Danger,? and ?Keep Out of Reach of Children", and five containers of Pro-Line heavy-duty cleaner labeled ?Caution,? and ?Keep Out of Reach of Children?. The utility closest was unlocked and accessible to children. 2. In the bathroom #2, there was Lysol disinfectant spray labeled ?Keep Out of Reach of Children? and ?Warning? and one container of Pinalen fragrance ?Caution,? and ?Keep Out of Reach of Children? in an unlocked cabinet. Bathroom #2 also has an outside lock on the door which was unlocked at the time of inspection.”
8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
“Based on review of records and interview, the center did not obtain required background checks for each board officer and agent within 30 days after the change. Evidence: 1 The record for Officer #2 (office date 02/08/2022) did not contain central registry results. During interview, Administrator stated officer #2 was appointed to office on 02/08/2022, but the required central registry results for the officer was not obtained within 30 days after start of office.”
8VAC20-780-510-L
“Based on observation and an interview, the center did not ensure medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by written physician's orders, including refrigerated medication and staff's personal medication, were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. On bus #1 and bus #2, the first aid kits had multiple packets of pain reliever and antacid inside the unlocked first aid kit located on the floor in the front of the bus. 2. The administrator was present and stated that the medication was in the first aid kit on bus #1 and bus #2.”
8VAC20-780-570-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that when a child is placed in an infant seat or high chair, the protective belt shall be fastened securely. Evidence: 1. Three high chairs were in use in classroom #1, two children did not have protective belts fastened. 2. The teacher stated that the seat belts were not in use at the time of inspection. 3. All children present were 12 months of age or younger.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. On the infant and toddler playground, the edging of the artificial grass was raised on three of the four sides creating a tripping hazard. 2. On the school-age playground, the gutter downspout was not secure to the building. The downspout was swinging side to side. 3. In the bathroom #1, there was a broken toilet paper holder. No toilet paper was available for that toilet.”
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N. Chesterfield, VA 23234 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
6110 Belmont Road, Chesterfield, VA
6511 Belmont Road, Chesterfield, VA
5000 Ridgedale Parkway, N. Chesterfield, VA
6100 Cornerstone Boulevard, N. Chesterfield, VA
3300 Broad Rock Blvd, Richmond, VA
5146 Snead Road, Richmond, VA
3201 Broad Rock Blvd., Richmond, VA
5745 Orcutt Lane, Richmond, VA
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 April 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 24 rules across 11 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.
194, 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, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 745-0243 to ask.
(804) 745-0243.
5531 Belmont Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234. The nearest other daycare we list is Faith of Life Daycare Center, 0.6 miles away.