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Carolyn Dandridge

Ruther Glen, VA 22546 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
12
open each week
5 days

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About Carolyn Dandridge

Carolyn Dandridge is a licensed home daycare in Ruther Glen, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 54 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

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Type
Home daycare
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
12 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity12 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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Inspection reports for Carolyn Dandridge

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
12 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1108863
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Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 17, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 54 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 21
  • Staff training and qualifications 12
  • Records and paperwork 8
  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Food and nutrition 5
  • Background checks 1

For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.

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  1. Aug 17, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-690-D

      “The diapering surface shall be nonabsorbent and washable. The diaper pad had a tear along the edge that created an absorbent surface.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, shall be maintained in clean, safe, and operable condition. Two nails and a screw were protruding through a piece of wood at the bottom of the playset posing a risk of puncturing or snagging the skin of a child.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-290

      “Sharp kitchen utensils and other sharp objects shall be inaccessible to children unless being used by the caregiver or with children under close supervision. The sharp kitchen utensils were being stored in a kitchen drawer that was accessible to children in care.”
  2. Jun 25, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “Repeat When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be dated and posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. The Most recent menu was dated May 8, 2026. The provider stated she had not completed a menu for the current week of June 22, 2026.”
  3. Feb 27, 2026Inspection17 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-540-A

      “Infant carrier seats, swings, strollers, feeding or activity tables, and high chairs shall be used according to the manufacturer's instructions and when occupied by a child, a safety strap shall be used and securely fastened. Child #5, 13 months in age was observed sitting in a feeding chair unbuckled.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Systemic Deficiency In addition to satisfactory completion of first aid training and CPR training, caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. 1. The record of caregiver #1 contained documentation of two hours of training during the period of 01/01/2025 through 12/31/2025 when 16 hours were required. 2. The record of caregiver #2, identified as an assistant and household member, contained documentation of zero hours of training during the period of 01/01/2025 through 12/31/2025 when 16 hours were required. 3. The provider stated that 16 hours of annual training had not been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-140-B-4

      “Providers and substitute providers shall have current certification in first aid from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or the National Safety Council, or current first aid certification issued within the past three years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. The record of caregiver #1, contained documentation of first aid certification that had expired one month ago.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-140-B-3

      “Providers and substitute providers shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care, from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or the National Safety Council, or current CPR certification issued within the past two years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. The record of caregiver #1, contained documentation of CPR that had expired one month ago.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Systemic Deficiency Before a child may attend the family day home, the provider shall obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized. The record of child #5, enrolled for 25 days, did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “Systemic Deficiency The provider shall obtain the parent's written acknowledgement of the receipt of the written information for parents to include all required items. 1. The record of child #1, enrolled for two months, did not contain documentation whether or not there is liability insurance and the provisions of the family day home's emergency preparedness and response plan. 2. The record of child #2, enrolled for three years, did not contain documentation of the policies for the administration of medications. 3. The record of child #5, enrolled one month, did not contain documentation of information for parents, whether or not there is liability insurance, provisions of the family day home's emergency preparedness and response plan, and the policies for the administration of medications.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Systemic Deficiency The provider shall ensure a child's record contains all required information. 1. The record of child #4, enrolled for two years, did not contain documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information. The most recent review was documented 14 month ago. 2. The record of child #5, enrolled for 25 days, did not contain the work phone number of either parent and the name, address and phone number of one emergency contact.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Systemic Deficiency The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. On February 27, 2026, five children were in care at the time of the inspection. A written record of attendance had not been completed for the day. The provider stated additional children had been in care before school and left but the attendance was also not documented.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Repeat, Systemic Deficiency The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan.1. The most recent review of the emergency plan was dated 08/27/2024. 2. The provider stated that the annual review had not been done.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Systemic Deficiency The emergency lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. The emergency drill log did not have documentation of a lockdown drill for the year 2025. The provider stated a lockdown drill had not been conducted.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by a written physician's order, including refrigerated medication and medications for caregivers and household members, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Medications for caregivers and household members was observed unlocked in a bedroom cabinet. The bedroom was accessible to children in care.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates shall be stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Multiple cleaning agents and disinfectants were observed on low shelves in a room with the door open, accessible to children in care.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Wood burning stoves and fireplaces and associated chimneys shall be inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. Documentation of the inspection and cleaning shall be maintained by the provider. 1. The most recent documentation of an inspection for the wood burning stove was dated 02/19/2025. 2. The provider stated that the stove has not been used, and an annual inspection had not been conducted.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “Repeat When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be dated and posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. The provider stated she had not completed a menu for the current week of February 23, 2026.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-B

      “Systemic Deficiency The provider shall ensure shelter-in-place procedures are practiced a minimum of twice per year. The emergency evacuation log did not contain documentation of any shelter-in-place drills for the year 2025, when a minimum of two shelter-in-place drills is required per year. The provider stated she had not conducted any shelter in place drills.”
    • Food and nutrition

      22.1-289.057-A

      “Repeat The family day home is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The family day home did not have evidence of submitting a testing plan to VDH. The provider stated she had not submitted a plan.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Systemic Deficiency Caregivers who work directly with children shall, in addition to preservice and orientation training, annually attend at least 16 hours of training, to include the department's health and safety update course. This training shall be related to child safety, child development, health and safety in the family day home environment, and any required department sponsored training. Caregiver #1 and caregiver #2, did not complete the department’s health and safety update course for the year 2025.”
  4. Sep 29, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan.1. The most recent review of the emergency plan was dated 08/27/2024. 2. The provider stated that the annual review had not been done.”
    • Food and nutrition

      22.1-289.057-A

      “The family day home is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The family day home did not have evidence of submitting a testing plan to VDH. The provider stated she had not submitted a plan.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be dated and posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. The provider stated she had not completed a menu for the current week of September 29, 2025.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “The emergency evacuation procedures shall be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. There was no documentation of evacuation drills for the period of February through August of 2025.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-180-A

      “The provider shall obtain for each caregiver and adult household member a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form every two years from the date of the first screening. 1. The record of caregiver #1 contained documentation of a TB screening that expired one month ago. An updated screening had not been obtained. 2. The record of caregiver #2 contained documentation of a TB screening that expired one month ago. An updated screening had not been obtained.”
  5. Sep 29, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan.1. The most recent review of the emergency plan was dated 08/27/2024. 2. The provider stated that the annual review had not been done.”
    • Food and nutrition

      22.1-289.057-A

      “The family day home is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The family day home did not have evidence of submitting a testing plan to VDH. The provider stated she had not submitted a plan.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be dated and posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. The provider stated she had not completed a menu for the current week of September 29, 2025.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “The emergency evacuation procedures shall be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. There was no documentation of evacuation drills for the period of February through August of 2025.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-180-A

      “The provider shall obtain for each caregiver and adult household member a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form every two years from the date of the first screening. 1. The record of caregiver #1 contained documentation of a TB screening that expired one month ago. An updated screening had not been obtained. 2. The record of caregiver #2 contained documentation of a TB screening that expired one month ago. An updated screening had not been obtained.”
  6. Feb 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-140-B-3

      “Providers and substitute providers shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care, from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or the National Safety Council, or current CPR certification issued within the past two years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. The record of caregiver #2, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of CPR that had expired four months ago. The provider stated caregiver #2 did not have current CPR and had not been along with children in the past four months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-140-B-4

      “Providers and substitute providers shall have current certification in first aid from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or the National Safety Council, or current first aid certification issued within the past three years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. The record of caregiver #2, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of first aid certification that had expired four months ago. The provider stated caregiver #2 did not have current first aid and had not been along with children in the past four months.”
  7. Feb 18, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-140-B-3

      “Providers and substitute providers shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care, from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or the National Safety Council, or current CPR certification issued within the past two years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. The record of caregiver #2, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of CPR that had expired four months ago. The provider stated caregiver #2 did not have current CPR and had not been along with children in the past four months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-140-B-4

      “Providers and substitute providers shall have current certification in first aid from the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or the National Safety Council, or current first aid certification issued within the past three years by a community college, a hospital, a rescue squad, or a fire department. The record of caregiver #2, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of first aid certification that had expired four months ago. The provider stated caregiver #2 did not have current first aid and had not been along with children in the past four months.”
  8. Nov 27, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Repeat A working portable battery-operated weather band radio, and extra batteries shall be kept in a designated area and be available to caregivers at all times. The portable battery-operated weather band radio on site was not operational.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-110-B

      “Each report shall include the date of the physical examination and dates immunizations were received and shall be signed by a licensed physician, the physician's designee, or an official of a local health department. Documentation of immunizations for child #3, was not signed by the physician.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Repeat/ Systemic Deficiency The provider shall maintain a child's record that contains all required information. The record of child #1, child #2, child #4, and child #6, did not contain the policy number of the child's medical insurance. The record of child #2 and child #4 did not contain the telephone number of each custodial parent's place of employment. The record of child #5 and child #6, did not contain the written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately unless the parent presents a written objection to provision of medical treatment on religious or other grounds. The record of child #5 did not contain the name, address and telephone number for a second designated person to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “The provider shall obtain the parent's written acknowledgement of the receipt of the information for parents. The record for child #5 did not contain the parent’s written acknowledgement that they received the policies for the administration of medications.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Repeat In addition to satisfactory completion of first aid training and CPR training, caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of 4 hours of training during 2023 when 16 hours was required.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-230-A

      “The provider shall maintain written documentation of each caregiver's applicable education and programmatic experience, and orientation. The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, did not contain documentation of education, programmatic experience, and orientation.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Repeat Wood burning stoves and fireplaces and associated chimneys shall be inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. There was no documentation of an inspection for the wood burning stove in the past 12 months.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “Annually, the provider shall obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the parent’s review of the emergency contact information. The record of child #4 and child #6, both enrolled for over a year, did not have documentation of the parents review of the emergency contact information.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Repeat/ Systemic Deficiency The provider shall obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no documentation of a physical exam for Child #1and child #4, both who had been enrolled for over a year.”
  9. Aug 26, 2024Inspection17 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Repeat Based on record review and discussion, the vendor did not ensure that all caregivers shall complete the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record of household member #1, employed on 06/01/2020 and identified as the substitute provider, did not contain documentation of the completion of the Virginia Preservice Training. The provider stated the Virginia preservice training had not been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on review of caregiver records, the provider did not ensure caregivers who work directly with children completed, in addition to preservice and orientation training, at least 16 hours of training to include the department’s health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1. The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, did not contain documentation of the department’s health and safety updated training. Household member #1 was employed as a substitute provider on 06/01/2020. The provider stated the training had not been completed. 2. The record of caregiver #1, did not contain documentation of the department’s health and safety updated training. The provider stated the training had not been completed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the provider did not ensure emergency response drills were practiced. Evidence: 1. The drill log did not contain documentation of a practice lockdown drill at least annually. 2. The provider stated she had not conducted a lockdown drill for the 2023 year.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Based on review of records and interview, the provider did not ensure caregivers obtained 16 hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record of caregiver #1 contained documentation of 10 hours of training during the period of 01/01/2023 through 12/31/2023 when 16 hours was required. 2. The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of 4 hours of training during the period of 01/01/2023 through 12/31/2023 when 16 hours was required. 3. The provider stated that 16 hours of annual training had not been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-230-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not maintain documentation of each caregiver’s applicable education and programmatic experience, applicable first aid and CPR certification, orientation, annual training, and applicable medication administration training. Evidence: The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, did not contain documentation of education, programmatic experience, and orientation.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Repeat Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure that areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The plastic elephant slide located on the outdoor play area, was cracked in multiple places. The cracks were at the top of the slide and curved upward creating sharp edges that could snag the skin of a child. 2. The provider acknowledged that the slide was cracked along the top.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Based on documentation review and interview, the provider did not obtain an annual inspection for the wood burning stove and associated chimney by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the device is properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. Evidence: 1. The most recent documentation of an inspection for the wood burning stove was dated 10/28/2022. 2. The provider stated that the stove has not been used, and an annual inspection was not conducted.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Systemic Based on review of children’s records and interview, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of child #1, (enrolled 02/01/2023), did not contain documentation of a physical. 2. The record of child #2, (enrolled 07/01/2023), did not contain documentation of a physical. 3. The record of child #3, (enrolled 06/01/2020), did not contain documentation of a physical. 4. The record of child #4, (enrolled 05/01/2019), did not contain documentation of a physical. 5. The provider stated she did not have documentation of physicals for the four children’s records.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-B

      “Based on review of the emergency drill log and interview, the provider did not ensure shelter-in-place procedures were practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The emergency evacuation log did not contain documentation of any shelter in place drills for the 2023 year, when a minimum of two shelter in place drills is required per year. The provider stated she had not conducted any shelter in place drills.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Repeat Based on review of the emergency plan, the provider did not review the plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Evidence: 1. The most recent review of the emergency plan was dated 06/02/2022. 2. The provider stated that the annual review had not been done.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Based on observation and interview, the caregiver did not ensure a working portable battery-operate weather band radio was available to caregivers at all times. Evidence: The portable battery-operated weather band radio on site was not operational. The provider stated she thought the batteries had gone bad and that she did not have extra batteries to replace the old ones.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by a written physician's order, including refrigerated medication and medications for caregivers and household members, were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. An unlocked plastic bin located in a bedroom contained prescription medication. The bedroom was accessible to children in care. 2. The provider identified the prescription medications as belonging to her and her husband.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on interview, the provider did not ensure that the home was equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. A carbon monoxide detector could not be located in the home during the inspection. 2. The provider confirmed that they did not have a carbon monoxide detector.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not obtain the results of a national fingerprint- based criminal background check for each applicant and household member’s record every 5 years as required. Evidence: 1. The record of the applicant, caregiver #1, contained documentation of fingerprints dated 09/05/2018 exceeding five years. 2. The record of household member #1, contained documentation of fingerprints dated 09/14/2018 exceeding five years. 3. The provider stated she had not requested updated fingerprints.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Systemic Based on a review of children’s records, the provider did not ensure that each child's record contained all required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, (enrolled 02/01/2023), did not contain the policy number of the child’s medical insurance. 2. The record of child #2, (enrolled 07/01/2023), did not contain: the telephone number of each custodial parent’s place of employment, the policy number of the child’s medical insurance, and documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. 3. The record of child #3, (enrolled 06/01/2020), did not contain the policy number of the child’s medical insurance. 4. The record of child #4, (enrolled 05/01/2019), did not contain: the telephone number of each custodial parent’s place of employment, policy number of the child’s medical insurance, written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately, and documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. The most recent review was documented 06/01/2022. 5. The record of child #5, (enrolled 04/05/2021), did not contain written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately, the policy number of the child’s medical insurance, and documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. 6. The record of child #6, (enrolled 07/01/2022), did not contain the name, address, and phone number for one of the two required emergency contacts, and written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-A

      “Systemic Based on review of children’s records, the provider did not ensure parents were provided required information in writing before the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of Child #1(enrolled 02/01/2023), child #2 (enrolled 07/01/2023), and child #3 (enrolled 06/01/2020) did not have documentation on file that the provisions of the emergency preparedness and response plan were provided to parents and signed. 2. The record of child #6 (enrolled 07/01/2022) did not have documentation on file whether or not there is liability insurance of at least $100,000 per occurrence and $300,000 aggregate in force on the family day home, and policies for the administration of medications.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Systemic Based on review of children’s records, the provider did not ensure that before a child attended the family day home, the provider obtained documentation that the child had been adequately immunized. Evidence: The record of child #3, (enrolled 06/01/2020), did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
  10. Aug 26, 2024Inspection17 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Repeat Based on record review and discussion, the vendor did not ensure that all caregivers shall complete the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record of household member #1, employed on 06/01/2020 and identified as the substitute provider, did not contain documentation of the completion of the Virginia Preservice Training. The provider stated the Virginia preservice training had not been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on review of caregiver records, the provider did not ensure caregivers who work directly with children completed, in addition to preservice and orientation training, at least 16 hours of training to include the department’s health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1. The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, did not contain documentation of the department’s health and safety updated training. Household member #1 was employed as a substitute provider on 06/01/2020. The provider stated the training had not been completed. 2. The record of caregiver #1, did not contain documentation of the department’s health and safety updated training. The provider stated the training had not been completed.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the provider did not ensure emergency response drills were practiced. Evidence: 1. The drill log did not contain documentation of a practice lockdown drill at least annually. 2. The provider stated she had not conducted a lockdown drill for the 2023 year.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Based on review of records and interview, the provider did not ensure caregivers obtained 16 hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record of caregiver #1 contained documentation of 10 hours of training during the period of 01/01/2023 through 12/31/2023 when 16 hours was required. 2. The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, contained documentation of 4 hours of training during the period of 01/01/2023 through 12/31/2023 when 16 hours was required. 3. The provider stated that 16 hours of annual training had not been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-230-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not maintain documentation of each caregiver’s applicable education and programmatic experience, applicable first aid and CPR certification, orientation, annual training, and applicable medication administration training. Evidence: The record of household member #1, identified as a substitute provider, did not contain documentation of education, programmatic experience, and orientation.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Repeat Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure that areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The plastic elephant slide located on the outdoor play area, was cracked in multiple places. The cracks were at the top of the slide and curved upward creating sharp edges that could snag the skin of a child. 2. The provider acknowledged that the slide was cracked along the top.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Based on documentation review and interview, the provider did not obtain an annual inspection for the wood burning stove and associated chimney by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the device is properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. Evidence: 1. The most recent documentation of an inspection for the wood burning stove was dated 10/28/2022. 2. The provider stated that the stove has not been used, and an annual inspection was not conducted.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Systemic Based on review of children’s records and interview, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of child #1, (enrolled 02/01/2023), did not contain documentation of a physical. 2. The record of child #2, (enrolled 07/01/2023), did not contain documentation of a physical. 3. The record of child #3, (enrolled 06/01/2020), did not contain documentation of a physical. 4. The record of child #4, (enrolled 05/01/2019), did not contain documentation of a physical. 5. The provider stated she did not have documentation of physicals for the four children’s records.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-B

      “Based on review of the emergency drill log and interview, the provider did not ensure shelter-in-place procedures were practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The emergency evacuation log did not contain documentation of any shelter in place drills for the 2023 year, when a minimum of two shelter in place drills is required per year. The provider stated she had not conducted any shelter in place drills.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Repeat Based on review of the emergency plan, the provider did not review the plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. Evidence: 1. The most recent review of the emergency plan was dated 06/02/2022. 2. The provider stated that the annual review had not been done.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Based on observation and interview, the caregiver did not ensure a working portable battery-operate weather band radio was available to caregivers at all times. Evidence: The portable battery-operated weather band radio on site was not operational. The provider stated she thought the batteries had gone bad and that she did not have extra batteries to replace the old ones.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by a written physician's order, including refrigerated medication and medications for caregivers and household members, were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. An unlocked plastic bin located in a bedroom contained prescription medication. The bedroom was accessible to children in care. 2. The provider identified the prescription medications as belonging to her and her husband.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on interview, the provider did not ensure that the home was equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. A carbon monoxide detector could not be located in the home during the inspection. 2. The provider confirmed that they did not have a carbon monoxide detector.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not obtain the results of a national fingerprint- based criminal background check for each applicant and household member’s record every 5 years as required. Evidence: 1. The record of the applicant, caregiver #1, contained documentation of fingerprints dated 09/05/2018 exceeding five years. 2. The record of household member #1, contained documentation of fingerprints dated 09/14/2018 exceeding five years. 3. The provider stated she had not requested updated fingerprints.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Systemic Based on a review of children’s records, the provider did not ensure that each child's record contained all required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, (enrolled 02/01/2023), did not contain the policy number of the child’s medical insurance. 2. The record of child #2, (enrolled 07/01/2023), did not contain: the telephone number of each custodial parent’s place of employment, the policy number of the child’s medical insurance, and documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. 3. The record of child #3, (enrolled 06/01/2020), did not contain the policy number of the child’s medical insurance. 4. The record of child #4, (enrolled 05/01/2019), did not contain: the telephone number of each custodial parent’s place of employment, policy number of the child’s medical insurance, written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately, and documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. The most recent review was documented 06/01/2022. 5. The record of child #5, (enrolled 04/05/2021), did not contain written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately, the policy number of the child’s medical insurance, and documentation of the annual review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. 6. The record of child #6, (enrolled 07/01/2022), did not contain the name, address, and phone number for one of the two required emergency contacts, and written authorization for emergency medical care should an emergency occur, and the parent cannot be located immediately.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-A

      “Systemic Based on review of children’s records, the provider did not ensure parents were provided required information in writing before the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record of Child #1(enrolled 02/01/2023), child #2 (enrolled 07/01/2023), and child #3 (enrolled 06/01/2020) did not have documentation on file that the provisions of the emergency preparedness and response plan were provided to parents and signed. 2. The record of child #6 (enrolled 07/01/2022) did not have documentation on file whether or not there is liability insurance of at least $100,000 per occurrence and $300,000 aggregate in force on the family day home, and policies for the administration of medications.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Systemic Based on review of children’s records, the provider did not ensure that before a child attended the family day home, the provider obtained documentation that the child had been adequately immunized. Evidence: The record of child #3, (enrolled 06/01/2020), did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
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  1. Aug 31, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Based on record review, the provider failed to ensure that staff shall complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record for S2, employed 06/01/2020 did not contain a certificate of showing completion of the Virginia Preservice Training.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Based on record review, the provider did not maintain records of the dates the shelter-in-place drill were practiced. Evidence: Drill records provided for review did not document the shelter-in-place drills.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the provider failed to maintain outside play equipment in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: The blue sliding board in the yard used by children was cracked and could snag children’s skin.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-A

      “REPEAT Based on review of five children records, the provider did not ensure five of five children’s records contained the required information. Evidence: The record for child, C1 enrolled 08/02/2011 did not contain documentation of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B. The last review was documented 08/02/2021. The record for child, C2 enrolled 08/02/2021 did not contain documentation of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B. The record for child, C3 enrolled 07/01/2023 did not document the phone number of the child’s doctor, results of the health examination for the child as required by 8VAC20-800-100, the immunization record for the child as required by 8VAC20-800-90, and of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B. The record for child, C4 enrolled 07/01/2022 did not document a second designated person to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached, the parent’s signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70, additional immunizations for the child once every six months for children under the age of two years old (due by 01/2023), and documentation of the annual review of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B due by 07/01/2023. The record for child, C5 enrolled 02/01/2023 did not contain results of the health examination for the child as required by 8VAC20-800-100 (nothing in record).”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-350-E

      “Repeat Based on the water temperature, the hot water tap available to children were not maintained within the range of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. Evidence: Licensing Inspector tested the hot water in the bathroom used by children. The water temperature registered 122-degree F.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on review of the emergency plan, the provider failed to document the annual review of the emergency plan. Evidence: The last review of the emergency plan was documented on 06/02/2022.”
  2. Aug 31, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Based on record review, the provider failed to ensure that staff shall complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record for S2, employed 06/01/2020 did not contain a certificate of showing completion of the Virginia Preservice Training.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Based on record review, the provider did not maintain records of the dates the shelter-in-place drill were practiced. Evidence: Drill records provided for review did not document the shelter-in-place drills.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the provider failed to maintain outside play equipment in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: The blue sliding board in the yard used by children was cracked and could snag children’s skin.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-A

      “REPEAT Based on review of five children records, the provider did not ensure five of five children’s records contained the required information. Evidence: The record for child, C1 enrolled 08/02/2011 did not contain documentation of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B. The last review was documented 08/02/2021. The record for child, C2 enrolled 08/02/2021 did not contain documentation of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B. The record for child, C3 enrolled 07/01/2023 did not document the phone number of the child’s doctor, results of the health examination for the child as required by 8VAC20-800-100, the immunization record for the child as required by 8VAC20-800-90, and of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B. The record for child, C4 enrolled 07/01/2022 did not document a second designated person to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached, the parent’s signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70, additional immunizations for the child once every six months for children under the age of two years old (due by 01/2023), and documentation of the annual review of the child’s emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780-B due by 07/01/2023. The record for child, C5 enrolled 02/01/2023 did not contain results of the health examination for the child as required by 8VAC20-800-100 (nothing in record).”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-350-E

      “Repeat Based on the water temperature, the hot water tap available to children were not maintained within the range of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. Evidence: Licensing Inspector tested the hot water in the bathroom used by children. The water temperature registered 122-degree F.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on review of the emergency plan, the provider failed to document the annual review of the emergency plan. Evidence: The last review of the emergency plan was documented on 06/02/2022.”
  3. Jun 28, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the vendor did not ensure caregivers who work directly with children completed the department's health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the caregiver completed the department's health and safety update course. 2) During interview, the provider confirmed Caregiver #2 has not completed the health and safety update course.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-C

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for one caregiver was completed prior to the caregiver working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment or the date of subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the caregiver completed orientation training on the following required topics within seven days of the date of subsidy vendor approval, which was effective 10/08/2020: 1. Playground safety procedures; 2. Responsibilities for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect; 3. Confidentiality; 4. Supervision of children, including arrival and dismissal procedures; 5. Procedures for action in the case of lost or missing children, ill or injured children, medical and general emergencies; 6. Medication administration procedures, if applicable; 7. Emergency preparedness plan as required in 8VAC20-790-420 B; 8. Procedures for response to natural and man-made disasters; 9. Prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma including coping with crying babies and fussy or distraught children; 10. Prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; 11. Caregivers who work with children who have food allergies shall receive training in preventing exposure to foods to which the child is allergic, preventing cross contamination and recognizing and responding to any allergic reactions; and 12. Transportation. 2) During interview, the provider confirmed Caregiver #2 did not complete the required orientation training.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the vendor did not ensure one caregiver completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff sponsored by the Department of Education within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the caregiver completed the Virginia Preservice Training. 2) During interview, the provider confirmed Caregiver #2 has not completed the training.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Based on a review of five children's records and interview, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance for three children. Evidence: 1) The record of Child #2 (DOA: 02/06/23) did not contain a physical examination. 2) The record of Child #4 (DOA: 09/05/22) did not contain a physical examination. 3) The record of Child #5 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not contain a physical examination. 4) During interview, the provider acknowledged a physical examination was not obtained for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 within the required timeframe.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on a review of five children's records and interview, the provider did not ensure five children's records contained the required information. Evidence: 1) The record of Child #1 (DOA: 02/05/08) did not contain documentation of the review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. The last written confirmation occurred was dated 03/01/21. 2) The record of Child #2 (DOA: 04/09/21) did not contain documentation of the parent's signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 3) The record of Child #3 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not contain the address of the two emergency contacts listed. The record did not contain proof of the child's age and identity as required by 8VAC20-800-80. 4) The record of Child #4 (DOA: 09/05/22) did not contain the address of the second emergency contact listed. The record did not contain documentation of the parent's signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 5) The record of Child #5 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not contain documentation of the parent's signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 6) During interview, the provider acknowledged the documentation was not on file for each child.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Based on a review of five children's record and interview, the provider did not obtain documentation that one child has been adequately immunized according to the requirements of ? 32.1-46 A of the Code of Virginia and applicable State Board of Health regulations before the child may attend the family day home. Evidence: 1) The immunization documentation in the record of Child #5 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not indicate if the child was adequately immunized. The documentation did not have the date or physician's signature to show the requirements were met. 2) During interview, the provider reported there is no other documentation on file that would verify Child #5 is adequately immunized.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-200-A

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the provider did not ensure one caregiver, who is a substitute provider and assistant, received the required orientation within the first week of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the provider conducted orientation by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. 2) During interview, the provider acknowledged the orientation was not completed as required.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the provider did not ensure two caregivers obtained a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #1 contained a total of 9 hours of annual training from 1/2022-12/2022. 2) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain any annual training from 06/2022-06/2023. 3) During interview, the provider confirmed additional documentation of annual training for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2 could not be located.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-350-E

      “Based on the water temperature taken and interview, the hot water taps available to children were not maintained within the range of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. Evidence: 1) On 06/28/23, the inspector tested the hot water tap in the main bathroom sink used by children. The water registered 122.3 degrees F. 2) During interview, the provider acknowledged the hot water temperature was not maintained within the required range.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-C

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that stationary outdoor playground equipment was placed at least 6 feet from the perimeter of other play structures or obstacles. Evidence: On 06/28/23, the inspector observed the garden timbers surrounding the play area were not placed at least 6 feet from the outdoor play equipment. The distance was approximately 2'5 and 4' between the slides and the garden timbers.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-570-A

      “Based on a review of documentation and observation, the provider did not ensure that each caregiver did not exceed 16 points. Evidence: At the time of the inspection on 06/28/23, there were ten children in care for a total of 18 points with one caregiver, exceeding 16 points per caregiver. The provider shall ensure that a caregiver does not exceed 16 points by using the following point system to determine if an additional caregiver is needed: 1. Children from birth through 15 months of age count as four points each; 2. Children from 16 months through 23 months of age count as three points each; 3. Children from two through four years of age count as two points each; 4. Children from five years through nine years of age count as one point each; and 5. Children who are 10 years of age and older count as zero points.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-D

      “Based on a review of the family day homes' emergency response drills, the provider did not maintain the records of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drills for one year. Evidence: 1) The most recent emergency evacuation drill documented was 01/04/23. 2) During interview, the provider reported the emergency evacuation drills have been conducted monthly, but documentation could not be located at the time of the inspection. 3) Per the provider, the most recent shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 04/18/23, but the documentation could not be located at the time of the inspection.”
  4. Jun 28, 2023Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the vendor did not ensure caregivers who work directly with children completed the department's health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the caregiver completed the department's health and safety update course. 2) During interview, the provider confirmed Caregiver #2 has not completed the health and safety update course.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-C

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for one caregiver was completed prior to the caregiver working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment or the date of subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the caregiver completed orientation training on the following required topics within seven days of the date of subsidy vendor approval, which was effective 10/08/2020: 1. Playground safety procedures; 2. Responsibilities for reporting suspected child abuse or neglect; 3. Confidentiality; 4. Supervision of children, including arrival and dismissal procedures; 5. Procedures for action in the case of lost or missing children, ill or injured children, medical and general emergencies; 6. Medication administration procedures, if applicable; 7. Emergency preparedness plan as required in 8VAC20-790-420 B; 8. Procedures for response to natural and man-made disasters; 9. Prevention of shaken baby syndrome or abusive head trauma including coping with crying babies and fussy or distraught children; 10. Prevention of sudden infant death syndrome and use of safe sleeping practices; 11. Caregivers who work with children who have food allergies shall receive training in preventing exposure to foods to which the child is allergic, preventing cross contamination and recognizing and responding to any allergic reactions; and 12. Transportation. 2) During interview, the provider confirmed Caregiver #2 did not complete the required orientation training.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the vendor did not ensure one caregiver completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff sponsored by the Department of Education within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the caregiver completed the Virginia Preservice Training. 2) During interview, the provider confirmed Caregiver #2 has not completed the training.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Based on a review of five children's records and interview, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance for three children. Evidence: 1) The record of Child #2 (DOA: 02/06/23) did not contain a physical examination. 2) The record of Child #4 (DOA: 09/05/22) did not contain a physical examination. 3) The record of Child #5 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not contain a physical examination. 4) During interview, the provider acknowledged a physical examination was not obtained for Child #2, Child #4, and Child #5 within the required timeframe.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on a review of five children's records and interview, the provider did not ensure five children's records contained the required information. Evidence: 1) The record of Child #1 (DOA: 02/05/08) did not contain documentation of the review of the child's emergency contact information as required by 8VAC20-800-780 B. The last written confirmation occurred was dated 03/01/21. 2) The record of Child #2 (DOA: 04/09/21) did not contain documentation of the parent's signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 3) The record of Child #3 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not contain the address of the two emergency contacts listed. The record did not contain proof of the child's age and identity as required by 8VAC20-800-80. 4) The record of Child #4 (DOA: 09/05/22) did not contain the address of the second emergency contact listed. The record did not contain documentation of the parent's signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 5) The record of Child #5 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not contain documentation of the parent's signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 6) During interview, the provider acknowledged the documentation was not on file for each child.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Based on a review of five children's record and interview, the provider did not obtain documentation that one child has been adequately immunized according to the requirements of ? 32.1-46 A of the Code of Virginia and applicable State Board of Health regulations before the child may attend the family day home. Evidence: 1) The immunization documentation in the record of Child #5 (DOA: 11/01/22) did not indicate if the child was adequately immunized. The documentation did not have the date or physician's signature to show the requirements were met. 2) During interview, the provider reported there is no other documentation on file that would verify Child #5 is adequately immunized.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-200-A

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the provider did not ensure one caregiver, who is a substitute provider and assistant, received the required orientation within the first week of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain documentation that the provider conducted orientation by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. 2) During interview, the provider acknowledged the orientation was not completed as required.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Based on a review of two caregivers' records and interview, the provider did not ensure two caregivers obtained a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: 1) The record of Caregiver #1 contained a total of 9 hours of annual training from 1/2022-12/2022. 2) The record of Caregiver #2, employed on 06/01/2020, did not contain any annual training from 06/2022-06/2023. 3) During interview, the provider confirmed additional documentation of annual training for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2 could not be located.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-350-E

      “Based on the water temperature taken and interview, the hot water taps available to children were not maintained within the range of 105 degrees F and 120 degrees F. Evidence: 1) On 06/28/23, the inspector tested the hot water tap in the main bathroom sink used by children. The water registered 122.3 degrees F. 2) During interview, the provider acknowledged the hot water temperature was not maintained within the required range.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-C

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that stationary outdoor playground equipment was placed at least 6 feet from the perimeter of other play structures or obstacles. Evidence: On 06/28/23, the inspector observed the garden timbers surrounding the play area were not placed at least 6 feet from the outdoor play equipment. The distance was approximately 2'5 and 4' between the slides and the garden timbers.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-570-A

      “Based on a review of documentation and observation, the provider did not ensure that each caregiver did not exceed 16 points. Evidence: At the time of the inspection on 06/28/23, there were ten children in care for a total of 18 points with one caregiver, exceeding 16 points per caregiver. The provider shall ensure that a caregiver does not exceed 16 points by using the following point system to determine if an additional caregiver is needed: 1. Children from birth through 15 months of age count as four points each; 2. Children from 16 months through 23 months of age count as three points each; 3. Children from two through four years of age count as two points each; 4. Children from five years through nine years of age count as one point each; and 5. Children who are 10 years of age and older count as zero points.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-D

      “Based on a review of the family day homes' emergency response drills, the provider did not maintain the records of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drills for one year. Evidence: 1) The most recent emergency evacuation drill documented was 01/04/23. 2) During interview, the provider reported the emergency evacuation drills have been conducted monthly, but documentation could not be located at the time of the inspection. 3) Per the provider, the most recent shelter-in-place drill was practiced on 04/18/23, but the documentation could not be located at the time of the inspection.”
  5. Aug 19, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “Based on observation, the vendor failed to maintain a written hard copy of daily attendance that documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: Licensing Inspector requested daily attendance records for June and July 2022. Provider was unable to provide for review the attendance logs documenting the arrival and departure time for children in care.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Based on interview, the provider failed to have the wood burning stove and associated chimney inspected annually. Evidence: When asked for the annual inspection, the provider stated she had not had the chimney inspected in the last year and needed to get it scheduled.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Based on file review, the provider failed to ensure that she obtained 16 hours of training annually. Evidence: The caregiver record for the provider did not contained verification of 16 hours of required annual training between 01/01/2021-12/31/2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-140-D

      “Based on interview, the provider failed to ensure that P2 the substitute provider recorded and signed the time of arrival and departures on each day that the substitute provider works. Evidence: Licensing Inspector requested the work log for P2. P1 stated she did not have a work log for P2. P2 was providing care 08/17/2022 when the renewal inspection was initiated.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on child record review, the provider failed to ensure that five of five records contained required information. Evidence: 1. Children, C1, C2, C3 enrolled 7/01/2022. The records for C1, C2, and C3 failed to contain: one of two designated persons to contact in an emergency; authorization for emergency medical care; and documentation of parent’s signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 2. The record for child, C4 enrolled 06/01/2020 failed to document: chronic physical problems, pertinent developmental information, and any special accommodations needed; current school attending; medical insurance and policy number; names of persons other than the custodial parents who are authorized to pick up child; immunization records as required by 8VAC20-800-90; results of the health examination as required by 8VAC20-800-100. 3. The record for C3 (DOA 07/01/2022) failed to document proof child’s age and identity. 4. The record for C4 (DOA 06/01/2020) and C5 (DOA 08/03/2020) failed to contain documentation of the review of the child’s emergency contact information. 5. The record for C5 (re-enrolled 08/03/2020) failed to document: chronic physical problems, pertinent developmental information, and any special accommodations needed; medical insurance and policy number; two emergency contacts (only one noted); authorization for emergency care; annual review of emergency contact information with parents; and documentation of parent’s signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-C

      “Based on observation, the provider failed to ensure that stationary outdoor playground equipment was placed at least 6 feet from obstacles. Evidence: On 08/19/2022, the inspectors measured distances that ranged between 2?5? and 4? between the slides and the garden timbers surrounding the play area (obstacles).”
  6. Aug 19, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “Based on observation, the vendor failed to maintain a written hard copy of daily attendance that documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: Licensing Inspector requested daily attendance records for June and July 2022. Provider was unable to provide for review the attendance logs documenting the arrival and departure time for children in care.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Based on interview, the provider failed to have the wood burning stove and associated chimney inspected annually. Evidence: When asked for the annual inspection, the provider stated she had not had the chimney inspected in the last year and needed to get it scheduled.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-210-A

      “Based on file review, the provider failed to ensure that she obtained 16 hours of training annually. Evidence: The caregiver record for the provider did not contained verification of 16 hours of required annual training between 01/01/2021-12/31/2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-140-D

      “Based on interview, the provider failed to ensure that P2 the substitute provider recorded and signed the time of arrival and departures on each day that the substitute provider works. Evidence: Licensing Inspector requested the work log for P2. P1 stated she did not have a work log for P2. P2 was providing care 08/17/2022 when the renewal inspection was initiated.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on child record review, the provider failed to ensure that five of five records contained required information. Evidence: 1. Children, C1, C2, C3 enrolled 7/01/2022. The records for C1, C2, and C3 failed to contain: one of two designated persons to contact in an emergency; authorization for emergency medical care; and documentation of parent’s signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70. 2. The record for child, C4 enrolled 06/01/2020 failed to document: chronic physical problems, pertinent developmental information, and any special accommodations needed; current school attending; medical insurance and policy number; names of persons other than the custodial parents who are authorized to pick up child; immunization records as required by 8VAC20-800-90; results of the health examination as required by 8VAC20-800-100. 3. The record for C3 (DOA 07/01/2022) failed to document proof child’s age and identity. 4. The record for C4 (DOA 06/01/2020) and C5 (DOA 08/03/2020) failed to contain documentation of the review of the child’s emergency contact information. 5. The record for C5 (re-enrolled 08/03/2020) failed to document: chronic physical problems, pertinent developmental information, and any special accommodations needed; medical insurance and policy number; two emergency contacts (only one noted); authorization for emergency care; annual review of emergency contact information with parents; and documentation of parent’s signed acknowledgement of the receipt of the information required by 8VAC20-800-70.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-C

      “Based on observation, the provider failed to ensure that stationary outdoor playground equipment was placed at least 6 feet from obstacles. Evidence: On 08/19/2022, the inspectors measured distances that ranged between 2?5? and 4? between the slides and the garden timbers surrounding the play area (obstacles).”
  7. Jun 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Based on review of children's records and provider interview, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1 (start date 5/01/19) did not have documentation of a physical examination. 2. The provider stated that she had not received the physical for child #1.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-A

      “Based on record review and provider interview, the provider did not ensure that within seven business days of the child's first day of attendance at the family day home, the provider shall obtain from the parent proof of identity. Evidence: The record for child #4, did not have documentation of proof of identity and first date of attendance was 05/01/19.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the record of each child with the parent annually. Evidence: The records for child #1 (last review date 3/16/20), child #2 (last review date: 3/16/20), child #3 (last review date: 3/01/21, and child #4 (last review date 4/05/21) were not reviewed annually.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-230-H

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain the department's health and safety update course for each staff member. Evidence: 1. The caregiver record did not contain documentation of the updated annual health and safety update.”
  8. Jun 2, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Based on review of children's records and provider interview, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1 (start date 5/01/19) did not have documentation of a physical examination. 2. The provider stated that she had not received the physical for child #1.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-A

      “Based on record review and provider interview, the provider did not ensure that within seven business days of the child's first day of attendance at the family day home, the provider shall obtain from the parent proof of identity. Evidence: The record for child #4, did not have documentation of proof of identity and first date of attendance was 05/01/19.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the record of each child with the parent annually. Evidence: The records for child #1 (last review date 3/16/20), child #2 (last review date: 3/16/20), child #3 (last review date: 3/01/21, and child #4 (last review date 4/05/21) were not reviewed annually.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-230-H

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain the department's health and safety update course for each staff member. Evidence: 1. The caregiver record did not contain documentation of the updated annual health and safety update.”

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 Carolyn Dandridge licensed?

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

When was Carolyn Dandridge last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 17, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Carolyn Dandridge had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 54 rules across 10 of 10 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 Carolyn Dandridge care for?

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

Does Carolyn Dandridge accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Carolyn Dandridge's hours?

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

How much does Carolyn Dandridge cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 572-3734 to ask.

What is Carolyn Dandridge's phone number?

(804) 572-3734.

Where is Carolyn Dandridge?

Ruther Glen, VA 22546. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

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