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Children of America - Lee's Hill

4555 Empire Court, Fredericksburg, VA 224084.6· 69 reviews
licensed capacity
216
open each week
5 days

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About Children of America - Lee's Hill

Children of America - Lee's Hill is a licensed child care center in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 216 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 28 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM

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
5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Licensed capacity
216 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday5:30 AM to 7:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Monday – Friday 6:30AM – 6:30PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumMind & Body Matters™
StaffCaring, credentialed teachers
SafetyOutdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Discounts10% off tuition + FREE registration
Licensed capacity216 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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Inspection reports for Children of America - Lee's Hill

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
216 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#ID30395
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Summary

28 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 2, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 13 of 28 visits · 19 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Health, medication and illness 7
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Transportation 1

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. Jul 2, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jul 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 9, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. The additional immunizations in the record of Child #5 (14-months-old), who had been enrolled for 11 months, were obtained four months late.”
  4. Jun 9, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. The additional immunizations in the record of Child #5 (14-months-old), who had been enrolled for 11 months, were obtained four months late.”
  5. Jun 4, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 21, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-4 Complaint related: Yes

      “(Complaint Related) The required ratio for children ages 3 years old up to 5 years old is one staff per 10 children. On 04/13/26, Staff #1 left the classroom to pursue a child who exited the room and ran out the center's front door. Staff #1 was out of the classroom for approximately 2 to 5 minutes. During this time, one staff member remained in the classroom supervising 17 children until Staff #1 returned. The youngest child in the room was three years old.”
  7. Apr 17, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  8. Feb 25, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-80-B-2 Complaint related: No

      “The center shall inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurs while the child is under the supervision of the center and requires outside medical attention. Child #1 (9-months-old) sustained injuries at the center on 02/23/26 for which they sought medical attention. The center was made aware on 02/23/26, but the center did not inform the department's representatives.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: Yes

      “(Complaint Related) When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. On the morning of 02/23/26, Child #1 (9-month-old) was dropped off at the center without any reported marks on her body. In the afternoon, when the child woke up from nap, staff members observed "carpet marks" on the child's arms and forehead; red spots on her back and head; redness across her back and swelling on the top of her back area. Additional injuries, to include bruises on her back, red marks on the back of the head, left leg, and left armpit, were discovered on the child after a medical examination was conducted the same evening. Staff were unable to explain how the child sustained the observed injuries.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No

      “The center shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence. On 02/23/26, staff observed "carpet marks" on the child's arms and forehead; red spots on her back and head; redness across her back and swelling on the top of her back. Written statements documenting the observed injuries were dated 02/24/26.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-420-E-1 Complaint related: No

      “For each infant, the center shall post a daily record which can be easily accessed by both the parent and the staff working with the child. Staff #1 reported Child #1 (9-month-old) was asleep from 1:45pm to approximately 2:45pm, but the amount of time the child slept was not in the child's daily sheet. The child was given a bottle between 12:52pm and 3:12pm, but the amount consumed and the time was not in the child's daily sheet.”
  9. Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of Child #5, who has been enrolled for 21 months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. The record of Child #5 (22-month-old), who has been enrolled for 21 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations since the child was enrolled. The record of Child #8 (15-month-old), who has been enrolled for 12 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations since the child was enrolled.”
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  1. Dec 9, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of Child #5, who has been enrolled for 21 months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. The record of Child #5 (22-month-old), who has been enrolled for 21 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations since the child was enrolled. The record of Child #8 (15-month-old), who has been enrolled for 12 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations since the child was enrolled.”
  2. Dec 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  3. Dec 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Nov 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Oct 15, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “(Repeat Violation) When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. On 10/08/25, Staff #1 gave Child #1 (5-month-old) breastmilk that belonged to another child. Child #1 drank approximately 3 ounces of the wrong breastmilk. Staff #1 acknowledged she did not check the labeling on the breastmilk bag and mistakenly emptied Child #2?s breastmilk into Child #1?s bottle.”
  6. Sep 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. On 03/04/2025, according to staff, Child A (13 months old) was fussy, cried continuously, and refused to eat throughout the day. The Daily Sheet indicated that Child A did not eat breakfast at 9:37 am, nor lunch at 11:19am and 2:22pm. A mark was noticed on the child’s forehead by the classroom staff. The parent arrived for pickup at 2:47 pm and was informed about the child’s fussiness. The parent observed injuries on Child A while in the car seat. At 3:29pm, Child A was seen by a physician. The physician noted multiple injuries including scratches, abrasions, and bumps on the child’s chest, abdomen, scalp, neck, ear and forehead. Photographs documented the injuries. The parent stated that the center did not provide a phone call or incident report regarding the child’s behavior and injuries. After interviewing staff, reviewing documents, and making observations, the local department of social services determined the investigation was found for physical abuse.”
  7. Aug 7, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Jun 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jun 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jun 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Jan 22, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: Yes

      “When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. At approximately 7:09am on 01/21/2025, Child #1 (3-year-old) ran out of his classroom and through two doors located inside the building. Staff #2, a member of management, was sitting in the lobby behind the front desk when they heard a child running and screaming "mommy, mommy." When Staff #2 got up to check what was happening, Child #1 had exited through the front doors of the building. The second door led to the parking lot, where the child’s parent saw him standing on the sidewalk as they got into their vehicle. The parent and Staff #2 met at the center’s front door and brought the child back into the building. Staff #1 was responsible for the care of Child #1, but reported they did not know the child had left the classroom because the child’s parent did not say goodbye when they dropped the child off. Staff #1 was the only staff in the classroom with 11 children, ranging from 2 to 3 years of age.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-C Complaint related: No

      “When children are in ongoing mixed age groups, the staff-to-children ratio and group size applicable to the youngest child in the group shall apply to the entire group. On 01/21/2025, Staff #1 was the only staff member in a classroom with 16 children. The youngest child in care was two years old, therefore the applicable staff-to-child ratio was one staff to eight children. It is estimated that Staff #1 was out of ratio for approximately 35 minutes, from 6:55am until 7:30am, when two additional staff members arrived. Staff reported the center regularly combines classrooms in the mornings.”
  12. Dec 12, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: Yes

      “Children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. On 12/11/24, after dropping children off at the center and parking, Staff #1 exited the bus and did not realize Child #1 (6-year-old) had fallen asleep and was still on the bus. Child #1 was out of sight and sound supervision of staff for approximately 30 minutes.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes

      “The center is required to ensure the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards are in compliance. On 12/11/24, Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not conduct the required movement log process, which includes a face to name check, when children arrived at school and got off the bus at the center. As a result, Child #1 (6-year-old) had fallen asleep and was left behind on the bus for approximately 30 minutes. The center’s procedures for identifying where attending children are at all times states: ?Anytime child(ren) are moving from their designated classroom to another area of the building including but not limited to, City Place, the playground, another classroom, to and from the bus or outside for a walk. The classroom teacher(s) and manager must complete the movement log process.?”
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-780-580-K Complaint related: Yes

      “Staff shall verify that all children have been removed from the vehicle at the conclusion of any trip. On 12/11/24, after dropping children off at the center and parking, Staff #1 exited the bus after turning off the child checkmate system. Staff #1 stated they did not conduct a ?visual sweep? to ensure all the children were off the bus after the children were dropped off at the center. As a result, Child #1 (6-year-old) had fallen asleep and was left behind on the bus for approximately 30 minutes.”
  13. Nov 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The updated TB screening for Staff #3 was obtained 15 days after the previous one expired. The updated TB screening for Staff #5 was obtained 20 days after the previous one expired. The updated TB screening for Staff #7 was obtained five days after the previous one expired.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “When an authorization for medication expires, the facility shall notify parents that the medication must be picked up within 14 days of the authorization expiring or that a new authorization should be completed. Medication for Child #3 was onsite, but the medication authorization had expired over 30 days ago. The medication had not been administered past the expiration of the authorization. The authorization had not been renewed and the medication was not returned or disposed of as required.”
  14. Nov 18, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The updated TB screening for Staff #3 was obtained 15 days after the previous one expired. The updated TB screening for Staff #5 was obtained 20 days after the previous one expired. The updated TB screening for Staff #7 was obtained five days after the previous one expired.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “When an authorization for medication expires, the facility shall notify parents that the medication must be picked up within 14 days of the authorization expiring or that a new authorization should be completed. Medication for Child #3 was onsite, but the medication authorization had expired over 30 days ago. The medication had not been administered past the expiration of the authorization. The authorization had not been renewed and the medication was not returned or disposed of as required.”
  15. Sep 26, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  16. Aug 13, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-410-1

      “The following actions or threats thereof are forbidden: physical punishment, striking a child, roughly handling or shaking a child. On July 25, 2024, Child #1 (10-year-old) was accused of pulling Staff #1?s hair. Staff #1 was observed by another staff member saying to Child #1 ?do not touch me ugly little girl,? grabbing the child by the shoulders, and throwing them out of a chair and into a bookshelf.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-400-B

      “Behavioral guidance shall be constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, and shall be intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts. On July 25, 2024, Staff #1 grabbed Child #1 (10-year-old) by the shoulders, threw them out of a chair and into a bookshelf after Child #1 was accused of pulling Staff #1?s hair.”
  17. Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  18. Mar 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  19. Oct 2, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  20. Aug 21, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  21. Jul 25, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering areas were equipped with required items. In the toddler classroom, there is no leakproof receptable for soiled linens.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that a high chair, infant carrier seat or feeding table utilized for all children under the age of 12 months when eating and that the straps are securely fastened. Evidence: An eight month old child was observed in an infant swing, drinking a bottle without the safety straps fastened as required.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, not all potentially hazardous substances were stored in a locked place. Evidence: 1. In the three and four’s class, there was a bottle of sanitizer stored in an unlocked cabinet above the sink in the classroom. 2. In the two and three year olds (Preschool 1A ) classroom, there was a container labeled `comet cleaner with bleach with multiple hazards on the label stored under an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation and interview, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom of the 3's& 4's classroom, there was an unsecured, rolled up carpet in the corner. Staff interview revealed that the carpet was soiled recently and rolled up and stored in the bathroom used by children in care. There was a box of capri sun juice drinks in the bathroom cabinet under the sink. 2. In Preschool IA, the toilet paper holders were empty & not equipped with toilet paper. 3. In the SAC room, the toilet paper holders were empty & not equipped with toilet paper. There was a toilet brush in the top of a mop bucket in the middle of the restroom accessible to children. 4. On the two’s playground, the trashcan installed on the wall was overfilled with trash and the lid did not close. 4.In the infant room, in the crib of an eight month old, the purple sheet was oversized for the crib mattress and the material was bunched up. It was not tightfitting to meet safe infant sleep requirements. 5. In the infant room, there was a sleeping four month old infant improperly strapped in an infant swing. The straps were not over the infant’s shoulders. The straps were under the infants arms & were not properly secured as required. When the Licensing inspector inquired about this practice, no staff could provide an explanation & then one staff correctly strapped the child in. The straps were so tightly connected that the infant could not have removed their own arms & it would have been developmentally unlikely to have occurred.”
  22. Jul 25, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering areas were equipped with required items. In the toddler classroom, there is no leakproof receptable for soiled linens.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that a high chair, infant carrier seat or feeding table utilized for all children under the age of 12 months when eating and that the straps are securely fastened. Evidence: An eight month old child was observed in an infant swing, drinking a bottle without the safety straps fastened as required.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, not all potentially hazardous substances were stored in a locked place. Evidence: 1. In the three and four’s class, there was a bottle of sanitizer stored in an unlocked cabinet above the sink in the classroom. 2. In the two and three year olds (Preschool 1A ) classroom, there was a container labeled `comet cleaner with bleach with multiple hazards on the label stored under an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation and interview, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom of the 3's& 4's classroom, there was an unsecured, rolled up carpet in the corner. Staff interview revealed that the carpet was soiled recently and rolled up and stored in the bathroom used by children in care. There was a box of capri sun juice drinks in the bathroom cabinet under the sink. 2. In Preschool IA, the toilet paper holders were empty & not equipped with toilet paper. 3. In the SAC room, the toilet paper holders were empty & not equipped with toilet paper. There was a toilet brush in the top of a mop bucket in the middle of the restroom accessible to children. 4. On the two’s playground, the trashcan installed on the wall was overfilled with trash and the lid did not close. 4.In the infant room, in the crib of an eight month old, the purple sheet was oversized for the crib mattress and the material was bunched up. It was not tightfitting to meet safe infant sleep requirements. 5. In the infant room, there was a sleeping four month old infant improperly strapped in an infant swing. The straps were not over the infant’s shoulders. The straps were under the infants arms & were not properly secured as required. When the Licensing inspector inquired about this practice, no staff could provide an explanation & then one staff correctly strapped the child in. The straps were so tightly connected that the infant could not have removed their own arms & it would have been developmentally unlikely to have occurred.”
  23. May 18, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation and inspection of the facility, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: In the preK classroom, the 2.5-3's class and SAC classroom the exhaust fans in the bathrooms are extremely loud and not operating properly. In the two's class, the cabinet door is broken and comes off the cabinet with a slight touch creating a scratching and crush hazard. There are two broken chairs that have cracks in the back/seat that create pinching/scratching hazards. In the SAC bathroom, there is a strong smell of urine.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, not all hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place. Evidence: A bucket of cleaning supplies was stored on top of the cabinet in the two's room.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “Based on observation, there was not at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots. Evidence: In the two's room, there were six cots that were in such close proximity to one another that the linens were touching. In the three's classroom, there were eight cots that were not spaced and were touching other cots.”
  24. May 18, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation and inspection of the facility, not all areas and equipment of the center were maintained in clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: In the preK classroom, the 2.5-3's class and SAC classroom the exhaust fans in the bathrooms are extremely loud and not operating properly. In the two's class, the cabinet door is broken and comes off the cabinet with a slight touch creating a scratching and crush hazard. There are two broken chairs that have cracks in the back/seat that create pinching/scratching hazards. In the SAC bathroom, there is a strong smell of urine.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, not all hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place. Evidence: A bucket of cleaning supplies was stored on top of the cabinet in the two's room.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “Based on observation, there was not at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots. Evidence: In the two's room, there were six cots that were in such close proximity to one another that the linens were touching. In the three's classroom, there were eight cots that were not spaced and were touching other cots.”
  25. May 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  26. Jan 31, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  27. Jan 31, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  28. Nov 29, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  29. Sep 26, 2022Visit13 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, not all electrical outlets were equipped with protective covers. Evidence: In the PreK classroom, there were three uncovered outlets: one on the far back wall, one under the cubbies and one on the wall by the sink and table in the front of the room.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain repeat sworn statement every five years as required. Evidence: Staff #6 most recent sworn statement was dated 4/18/2017.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain fingerprint background results by the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff #4, start date 4/14/2021, fingerprint background check was dated 5/3/2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain references by the date of hire and reference documentation did not include required information. Evidence: Staff #7, start date 8/23/2022, references did not include dates of calls and signatures of the staff making the calls. Staff #4, date of hire 4/14/2021, did not have a second reference”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of Tuberculosis (TB) screening every two years as required. Evidence: Staff #3 most recent TB screening was dated 8/12/2019.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, not all areas of the center including equipment were maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the two year old classroom, there were broken storage baskets that created a scratch hazard, a mop bucket and mop that create a tripping hazard in the two’s bathroom 2. On the large playground, there was a trike missing the pedals that created a scratching, impalement and snagging hazard. 3. On the toddler playground, there was a trash bag filled with debris and trash tied to the middle fence with the trash accessible to children in care. There was a broken green little tikes ride on toy that created a scratch and impalement hazard. There was a trash bag full of standing water covering the water fountain. A child was observed playing in the standing water.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-3

      “Based on observation, the center failed to follow required staff to children ratios in the two year old classroom of one staff with no more than eight children. Evidence: On September 26, 2022: 1. In the two’s classroom, one staff member was observed with 13 two year old children. 2. In the Preschool 2A classroom, one staff member was observed with 12 children ages two through three years old.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “In the Preschool 2B class, there was a commercial grade sanitizer cleaning agent under the unlocked sink accessible to children. In the infant a classroom, there was a commercial grade sanitizer and disinfectant wipes that were unlocked. In Preschool 1A, under the sink in the bathroom a commercial grade sanitizer cleaning agent and a second cleaning agent were unlocked and accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility were posted. Evidence: The most recent inspection results were not posted; an inspection dated 1/31/2018 was posted.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1

      “Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the safe sleep requirements were met for infants. Evidence: A two month old was observed asleep on their stomach in a tummy time mat on the floor of the infant room.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-4

      “Based on observation, the center failed to follow required staff to children ratios for three, four and five year olds of one staff with no more than 10 children. Evidence: On September 26, 2022: 1. In the Preschool 2B classroom, one staff member was observed with 11 three and four year old children. 2. In the PreK class, there was 1 staff member with 14 children ages four and five.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-2

      “Based on observation, fans were not kept out of reach of children and the cord was not secured so as not to create a tripping hazard. Evidence: In the Preschool 2B class, a box fan was plugged in at the back of the classroom and positioned on the floor accessible to children in care.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “Based on observation, when supervising children, staff did not always ensure their care, protection and guidance. Evidence: In Preschool 1A, there were 15 children ages 2.5 years old under the care and supervision of 2 staff. One child was observed climbing the chalk easel. The director had to intervene and get the child down. The child then climbed the easel again. Another child was observed pinching another child on the arm. The classroom staff did not intervene in these incidents until prompted by the li or director.”
  30. Sep 26, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, not all electrical outlets were equipped with protective covers. Evidence: In the PreK classroom, there were three uncovered outlets: one on the far back wall, one under the cubbies and one on the wall by the sink and table in the front of the room.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain repeat sworn statement every five years as required. Evidence: Staff #6 most recent sworn statement was dated 4/18/2017.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain fingerprint background results by the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff #4, start date 4/14/2021, fingerprint background check was dated 5/3/2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain references by the date of hire and reference documentation did not include required information. Evidence: Staff #7, start date 8/23/2022, references did not include dates of calls and signatures of the staff making the calls. Staff #4, date of hire 4/14/2021, did not have a second reference”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of Tuberculosis (TB) screening every two years as required. Evidence: Staff #3 most recent TB screening was dated 8/12/2019.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, not all areas of the center including equipment were maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the two year old classroom, there were broken storage baskets that created a scratch hazard, a mop bucket and mop that create a tripping hazard in the two’s bathroom 2. On the large playground, there was a trike missing the pedals that created a scratching, impalement and snagging hazard. 3. On the toddler playground, there was a trash bag filled with debris and trash tied to the middle fence with the trash accessible to children in care. There was a broken green little tikes ride on toy that created a scratch and impalement hazard. There was a trash bag full of standing water covering the water fountain. A child was observed playing in the standing water.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-3

      “Based on observation, the center failed to follow required staff to children ratios in the two year old classroom of one staff with no more than eight children. Evidence: On September 26, 2022: 1. In the two’s classroom, one staff member was observed with 13 two year old children. 2. In the Preschool 2A classroom, one staff member was observed with 12 children ages two through three years old.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “In the Preschool 2B class, there was a commercial grade sanitizer cleaning agent under the unlocked sink accessible to children. In the infant a classroom, there was a commercial grade sanitizer and disinfectant wipes that were unlocked. In Preschool 1A, under the sink in the bathroom a commercial grade sanitizer cleaning agent and a second cleaning agent were unlocked and accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility were posted. Evidence: The most recent inspection results were not posted; an inspection dated 1/31/2018 was posted.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1

      “Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the safe sleep requirements were met for infants. Evidence: A two month old was observed asleep on their stomach in a tummy time mat on the floor of the infant room.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-4

      “Based on observation, the center failed to follow required staff to children ratios for three, four and five year olds of one staff with no more than 10 children. Evidence: On September 26, 2022: 1. In the Preschool 2B classroom, one staff member was observed with 11 three and four year old children. 2. In the PreK class, there was 1 staff member with 14 children ages four and five.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-2

      “Based on observation, fans were not kept out of reach of children and the cord was not secured so as not to create a tripping hazard. Evidence: In the Preschool 2B class, a box fan was plugged in at the back of the classroom and positioned on the floor accessible to children in care.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “Based on observation, when supervising children, staff did not always ensure their care, protection and guidance. Evidence: In Preschool 1A, there were 15 children ages 2.5 years old under the care and supervision of 2 staff. One child was observed climbing the chalk easel. The director had to intervene and get the child down. The child then climbed the easel again. Another child was observed pinching another child on the arm. The classroom staff did not intervene in these incidents until prompted by the li or director.”
  31. Sep 26, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, not all electrical outlets were equipped with protective covers. Evidence: In the PreK classroom, there were three uncovered outlets: one on the far back wall, one under the cubbies and one on the wall by the sink and table in the front of the room.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain repeat sworn statement every five years as required. Evidence: Staff #6 most recent sworn statement was dated 4/18/2017.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain fingerprint background results by the first day of employment. Evidence: Staff #4, start date 4/14/2021, fingerprint background check was dated 5/3/2021.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain references by the date of hire and reference documentation did not include required information. Evidence: Staff #7, start date 8/23/2022, references did not include dates of calls and signatures of the staff making the calls. Staff #4, date of hire 4/14/2021, did not have a second reference”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of Tuberculosis (TB) screening every two years as required. Evidence: Staff #3 most recent TB screening was dated 8/12/2019.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, not all areas of the center including equipment were maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the two year old classroom, there were broken storage baskets that created a scratch hazard, a mop bucket and mop that create a tripping hazard in the two’s bathroom 2. On the large playground, there was a trike missing the pedals that created a scratching, impalement and snagging hazard. 3. On the toddler playground, there was a trash bag filled with debris and trash tied to the middle fence with the trash accessible to children in care. There was a broken green little tikes ride on toy that created a scratch and impalement hazard. There was a trash bag full of standing water covering the water fountain. A child was observed playing in the standing water.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-3

      “Based on observation, the center failed to follow required staff to children ratios in the two year old classroom of one staff with no more than eight children. Evidence: On September 26, 2022: 1. In the two’s classroom, one staff member was observed with 13 two year old children. 2. In the Preschool 2A classroom, one staff member was observed with 12 children ages two through three years old.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “In the Preschool 2B class, there was a commercial grade sanitizer cleaning agent under the unlocked sink accessible to children. In the infant a classroom, there was a commercial grade sanitizer and disinfectant wipes that were unlocked. In Preschool 1A, under the sink in the bathroom a commercial grade sanitizer cleaning agent and a second cleaning agent were unlocked and accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility were posted. Evidence: The most recent inspection results were not posted; an inspection dated 1/31/2018 was posted.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1

      “Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that the safe sleep requirements were met for infants. Evidence: A two month old was observed asleep on their stomach in a tummy time mat on the floor of the infant room.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-4

      “Based on observation, the center failed to follow required staff to children ratios for three, four and five year olds of one staff with no more than 10 children. Evidence: On September 26, 2022: 1. In the Preschool 2B classroom, one staff member was observed with 11 three and four year old children. 2. In the PreK class, there was 1 staff member with 14 children ages four and five.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-2

      “Based on observation, fans were not kept out of reach of children and the cord was not secured so as not to create a tripping hazard. Evidence: In the Preschool 2B class, a box fan was plugged in at the back of the classroom and positioned on the floor accessible to children in care.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “Based on observation, when supervising children, staff did not always ensure their care, protection and guidance. Evidence: In Preschool 1A, there were 15 children ages 2.5 years old under the care and supervision of 2 staff. One child was observed climbing the chalk easel. The director had to intervene and get the child down. The child then climbed the easel again. Another child was observed pinching another child on the arm. The classroom staff did not intervene in these incidents until prompted by the li or director.”
  32. Jul 12, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-J Complaint related: No

      “Based on observation, there was not at least 12 inches of space between occupied cribs. Evidence: In the infant b room, three infant cribs were occupied and touching one another.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A Complaint related: No

      “Based on observation, not all cots used by children during the designated rest period had linens that consisted of a top cover and bottom cover. Evidence: In the toddler classroom, two children were observed during nap without bottom covers.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1 Complaint related: No

      “Based on observation, not all infant play spaces in which an infant fell asleep was considered safe. A 6 month old infant was observed asleep propped in a 'boppy' brand pillow sleeping on the floor.”
  33. Apr 29, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on staff interviews and review of documentation, it was determined that not all children under the age of 10 years old were within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: On April 22, 2022, in the two year old classroom, Child A, age two, was left alone in the classroom from approximately 3:30 p.m. to 3:34 p.m.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-B

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain documentation of a physical within the required time period. Evidence: A physical on file for a child age enrolled on 10/13/2021 physical was dated 12/4/2014 and was not within the 12 months prior to attendance.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “Based on observation, not all occupied cots were at least 12 inches apart as required. Evidence: In the Preschool I class, cots were positioned closely and children's blankets were observed touching.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-J

      “Based on observation, there was not at least 12 inches of space between occupied cribs. Evidence: In the infant b room, two infant cribs were occupied and touching, side by side.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Based on observation, not all cots used by children during the designated rest period had linens that consisted of a top cover and bottom cover. Evidence: In the Preschool II B classroom, two children were observed during nap without bottom covers. In the Preschool I classroom, one child was observed without a bottom cover.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering areas were equipped with a leak proof receptacle for soiled linens. Evidence: In the infant room, there was a mesh bag used for soiled linens that is not leak proof. In the Toddler A classroom, the diapering area had no leak proof receptacle for soiled linens.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “Based on staff interview and review of documentation, it was determined that the center did not following it's procedure for medication. Evidence: Prescription Nystatin was observed in the center and did not have parental authorization.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Based on observation, not all prescription medication was labeled with the child's name and medication label. Evidence: A tube of prescription Nystatin was located in the drawer with diaper ointments.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations as required. Evidence: Child #6, date of birth 7/16/2013, first day of attendance 10/13/2021, most recent immunization was dated 12/4/2013.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation, not all protective belts on infant seats were fastened securely. Evidence: In the infant classroom, a 5 month old was observed in an infant seat without the protective belt secured. The drop in feeding table had one seat that was equipped with straps and the other seats were missing the straps.”
  34. Apr 29, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on staff interviews and review of documentation, it was determined that not all children under the age of 10 years old were within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: On April 22, 2022, in the two year old classroom, Child A, age two, was left alone in the classroom from approximately 3:30 p.m. to 3:34 p.m.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-B

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain documentation of a physical within the required time period. Evidence: A physical on file for a child age enrolled on 10/13/2021 physical was dated 12/4/2014 and was not within the 12 months prior to attendance.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “Based on observation, not all occupied cots were at least 12 inches apart as required. Evidence: In the Preschool I class, cots were positioned closely and children's blankets were observed touching.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-J

      “Based on observation, there was not at least 12 inches of space between occupied cribs. Evidence: In the infant b room, two infant cribs were occupied and touching, side by side.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Based on observation, not all cots used by children during the designated rest period had linens that consisted of a top cover and bottom cover. Evidence: In the Preschool II B classroom, two children were observed during nap without bottom covers. In the Preschool I classroom, one child was observed without a bottom cover.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering areas were equipped with a leak proof receptacle for soiled linens. Evidence: In the infant room, there was a mesh bag used for soiled linens that is not leak proof. In the Toddler A classroom, the diapering area had no leak proof receptacle for soiled linens.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “Based on staff interview and review of documentation, it was determined that the center did not following it's procedure for medication. Evidence: Prescription Nystatin was observed in the center and did not have parental authorization.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Based on observation, not all prescription medication was labeled with the child's name and medication label. Evidence: A tube of prescription Nystatin was located in the drawer with diaper ointments.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations as required. Evidence: Child #6, date of birth 7/16/2013, first day of attendance 10/13/2021, most recent immunization was dated 12/4/2013.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation, not all protective belts on infant seats were fastened securely. Evidence: In the infant classroom, a 5 month old was observed in an infant seat without the protective belt secured. The drop in feeding table had one seat that was equipped with straps and the other seats were missing the straps.”
  35. Apr 29, 2022Inspection10 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on staff interviews and review of documentation, it was determined that not all children under the age of 10 years old were within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: On April 22, 2022, in the two year old classroom, Child A, age two, was left alone in the classroom from approximately 3:30 p.m. to 3:34 p.m.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-B

      “Based on review of documentation, the center failed to obtain documentation of a physical within the required time period. Evidence: A physical on file for a child age enrolled on 10/13/2021 physical was dated 12/4/2014 and was not within the 12 months prior to attendance.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “Based on observation, not all occupied cots were at least 12 inches apart as required. Evidence: In the Preschool I class, cots were positioned closely and children's blankets were observed touching.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-J

      “Based on observation, there was not at least 12 inches of space between occupied cribs. Evidence: In the infant b room, two infant cribs were occupied and touching, side by side.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Based on observation, not all cots used by children during the designated rest period had linens that consisted of a top cover and bottom cover. Evidence: In the Preschool II B classroom, two children were observed during nap without bottom covers. In the Preschool I classroom, one child was observed without a bottom cover.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering areas were equipped with a leak proof receptacle for soiled linens. Evidence: In the infant room, there was a mesh bag used for soiled linens that is not leak proof. In the Toddler A classroom, the diapering area had no leak proof receptacle for soiled linens.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “Based on staff interview and review of documentation, it was determined that the center did not following it's procedure for medication. Evidence: Prescription Nystatin was observed in the center and did not have parental authorization.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Based on observation, not all prescription medication was labeled with the child's name and medication label. Evidence: A tube of prescription Nystatin was located in the drawer with diaper ointments.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations as required. Evidence: Child #6, date of birth 7/16/2013, first day of attendance 10/13/2021, most recent immunization was dated 12/4/2013.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation, not all protective belts on infant seats were fastened securely. Evidence: In the infant classroom, a 5 month old was observed in an infant seat without the protective belt secured. The drop in feeding table had one seat that was equipped with straps and the other seats were missing the straps.”
  36. Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  37. Oct 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  38. Sep 28, 2021Inspection1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      22VAC40-185-410-1

      “Based on review of video recording and interviews conducted, a staff used the forbidden action of physical punishment of a child to correct the behavior of the child. Evidence: On September 27, 2021 staff A held her right foot over child 1's head and while the child lay on a cot. The staff used that same foot to roughly move the cot that the child lay on to another position.”

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 Children of America - Lee's Hill licensed?

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

When was Children of America - Lee's Hill last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on July 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 28 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Children of America - Lee's Hill had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 13 of 28 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 Children of America - Lee's Hill care for?

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

Does Children of America - Lee's Hill accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Children of America - Lee's Hill's hours?

Monday to Friday, 5:30 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Children of America - Lee's Hill cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 898-8858 to ask.

What is Children of America - Lee's Hill's phone number?

(540) 898-8858.

Where is Children of America - Lee's Hill?

4555 Empire Court, Fredericksburg, VA 22408. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School, 1.3 miles away.

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