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Bright Bee Academy

5531 Belmont Road, North Chesterfield, VA 232343.3· 12 reviews
licensed capacity
194
open each week
5 days

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About Bright Bee Academy

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.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
194 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6:30am to 6:30pm, Monday to Friday”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
Daily lifeExtended care: Convenient early morning and late evening hours
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity194 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Bright Bee Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
194 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#4286
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Summary

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

  • Health, medication and illness 9
  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Background checks 2
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2

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. Apr 15, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      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.”
  2. Jan 21, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
  3. Sep 16, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
  4. Sep 16, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
  5. May 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      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.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      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.”
  6. May 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      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.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      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.”
  7. Oct 15, 2024Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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”
  8. Oct 15, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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”
  9. Oct 15, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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”
  10. Feb 22, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
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  1. Feb 22, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
  2. Nov 8, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  3. Jun 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
  4. Jun 27, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
  5. Oct 5, 2022Visit6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
  6. Oct 5, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
  7. Oct 5, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
  8. Feb 17, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”
  9. Feb 17, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Background checks

      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.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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.”
    • Safety and hazards

      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.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      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.”

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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Is Bright Bee Academy licensed?

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

When was Bright Bee Academy last inspected?

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.

Has Bright Bee Academy had rules cited by the state?

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.

How many children can Bright Bee Academy care for?

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

Does Bright Bee Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Bright Bee Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Bright Bee Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 745-0243 to ask.

What is Bright Bee Academy's phone number?

(804) 745-0243.

Where is Bright Bee Academy?

5531 Belmont Road, North Chesterfield, VA 23234. The nearest other daycare we list is Faith of Life Daycare Center, 0.6 miles away.

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