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Busy Bee Day Care

913 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA 222025.0· 17 reviews
licensed capacity
30
open each week
5 days

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About Busy Bee Day Care

Busy Bee Day Care is a licensed child care center in Arlington, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 30 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

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

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

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity30 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Busy Bee Day Care

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
30 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1094746
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 11, 2026: 2 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 18 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Records and paperwork 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 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. May 11, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      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. A spray bottle of bleach solution was observed in an unlocked upper cabinet in the upstairs restroom.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The findings of the licensing inspection occuring on December 3, 2026 was not posted in the facility.”
  2. Dec 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289-036-B-4

      “The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #1 employed for more than 5 months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state and no documentation of requesting a central registry check and criminal history check from a different state. This staff was not left with children alone during the inspection.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “The center's procedures for administering medication shall Include duration of the parent's authorization for medication, provided that it shall expire or be renewed after 10 work days. Long-term prescription drug use and over-the- counter medication may be allowed with written authorization from the child's physician and parent. 1. A written parent authorization for a medication for Child #4 expired over 2 months ago. The medication was onsite and the authorization was not renewed. 2. The medication is a long term medication. A physician authorization was not obtained.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment, Staff #1's TB screening documentation was dated approximately 2 months prior to the staff's first day of employment.”
  3. May 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Rotting and splintering wood was observed on the outdoor swing set and wooden climbing structure.”
  4. Dec 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jun 3, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “There shall always be at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. None of the staff present during the inspection has completed the training within the preceding three years.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “The licensee must obtain a signed sworn disclosure statement from all staff prior to employment. Staff 2 worked for two days prior to completing a sworn disclosure statement.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center is required to obtain updated immunization records every six months for children under the age of two. Four of the reviewed children's records did not contain updated immunizations. (Child 1, Child 3, Child 4, and Child 5).”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “The licensee is responsible for maintaining staff records with required information. Staff 1's record does not contain an application or resume.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Staff are required to complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff 1 did not complete orientation training until 90 days after assuming job responsibilities.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “REPEAT VIOLATION The licensee is required to have the duration that a parental medication authorization is effective documented. The medication authorization for Child 3's medication did not have the duration the authorization is valid documented.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-D

      “The licensee is required to obtain the required training for medication they have agreed to administer to children. One child has Auvi Q medication and an authorization to administer the medication on file. No center staff have completed the required training to administer this medication.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Two unlocked cabinets were observed with spray bottles of a bleach solution.”
  6. Dec 18, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A spray bottle of bleach was observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom used by children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “Based on a review of medication, the center did not follow all requirements for the proper administration of medication. Evidence: Child 1's medication authorization form did not include the duration date of the parent's authorization.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, the center did not have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children on all outlets. Evidence: Outlets were observed in the infant room, bathroom, and two year old classroom without covers.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment inside of the center were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Drywall was observed to be peeling along the baseboards of the two year old room. 2. Baseboard heaters were observed in the infant room with gaping panels, exposing interior components.”
  7. May 17, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, staff did not obtain a negative tuberculosis screening at least every two years. Evidence: Staff 1's most recent tuberculosis screening was conducted 12/24/20.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A cabinet containing various spray cleaners and disinfectants was observed in the two year old classroom.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children. Evidence: The orientation for Staff 5 did not cover all required information.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, children's files did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 1's record did not contain the addresses for the two listed emergency contacts.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-L

      “Based on observation, medication was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A box containing over the counter and prescription medication was observed in an unlocked box on a shelf in the office which was accessible to children.”
  8. Dec 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, not all hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. A canister of aerosol air freshener was observed on an open shelf in the children's upstairs bathroom. 2. An unlocked cabinet containing sanitizing solution was observed in the front classroom.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review, one staff record reviewed did not have the results of a criminal background check prior to hire. Evidence: Staff 3's record has a criminal record check dated two days after the listed hire date.”
  9. Jun 2, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      22VAC40-185-560-F-4

      “Based on observation, children aged 3 or younger were offered foods that are considered choking hazards. Evidence: On the date of inspection three year old children were observed to be offered whole grapes as a breakfast component.”
  10. Jan 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Busy Bee Day Care

Is Busy Bee Day Care licensed?

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

When was Busy Bee Day Care last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 11, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Busy Bee Day Care had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 5 of 6 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 Busy Bee Day Care care for?

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

Does Busy Bee Day Care accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Busy Bee Day Care's hours?

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

How much does Busy Bee Day Care cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 920-8633 to ask.

What is Busy Bee Day Care's phone number?

(703) 920-8633.

Where is Busy Bee Day Care?

913 South 23rd Street, Arlington, VA 22202. The nearest other daycare we list is Maria Teresa's Babies Early Enrichment Center, 0.1 miles away.

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