Countryside Children's Daycare Center, Inc. (Allen Street)
18137 Allen Street, Ruther Glen, VA
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Countryside Children's Daycare Center, Inc. - Prosperity Way is a licensed child care center in Ruther Glen, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 184 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and pre-k.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: From 6 weeks way up to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, pre-k and summer camp |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 184 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Countryside Children's Daycare Center, Inc. - Prosperity Way has not listed its tuition.
State record
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 11, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 4 rules in all
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment. Chipping paint was present along the walls in Rooms A and C. Additionally, the wall borders in Rooms A and B were broken along the wall, exposing wall plaster.”
63.2-1509-A Complaint related: Yes
“Staff employed by a child day program who have reason to suspect that a child is abused or neglected shall report the matter immediately to the local department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline. Staff #1 became aware of a reportable matter on March 29,2025. Child #1 stated" My father beats me" during class. When the statement of concern was reported to Staff #1, they did not report the concern to the local child protective services office or the department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline.”
63.2-1509-A Complaint related: Yes
“Staff employed by a child day program who have reason to suspect that a child is abused or neglected shall report the matter immediately to the local department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline. Staff #1 became aware of a reportable matter on March 29,2025. Child #1 stated" My father beats me" during class. When the statement of concern was reported to Staff #1, they did not report the concern to the local child protective services office or the department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline.”
63.2-1509-A Complaint related: Yes
“Staff employed by a child day program who have reason to suspect that a child is abused or neglected shall report the matter immediately to the local department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline. Staff #1 became aware of a reportable matter on March 29,2025. Child #1 stated" My father beats me" during class. When the statement of concern was reported to Staff #1, they did not report the concern to the local child protective services office or the department’s toll-free child abuse and neglect hotline.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment. Push fit valves attached to the water supply line in five of the children’s restrooms were rusted. In one of the children’s restrooms, paint was peeling around the sink bowl used for handwashing.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment. Push fit valves attached to the water supply line in five of the children’s restrooms were rusted. In one of the children’s restrooms, paint was peeling around the sink bowl used for handwashing.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of children's records and interview, the center did not maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. The list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. Two children’s records reviewed listed dietary restrictions. There was no listing in the classrooms or accessible to staff. 2. Staff #6 stated each child with an allergy, sensitivities, and/or dietary restrictions has a form in their individual record containing the information. The children’s records are maintained in a locked place and are not accessible to all staff.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of children's records and interview, the center did not maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. The list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. Two children’s records reviewed listed dietary restrictions. There was no listing in the classrooms or accessible to staff. 2. Staff #6 stated each child with an allergy, sensitivities, and/or dietary restrictions has a form in their individual record containing the information. The children’s records are maintained in a locked place and are not accessible to all staff.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of children's records and interview, the center did not maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. The list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. Two children’s records reviewed listed dietary restrictions. There was no listing in the classrooms or accessible to staff. 2. Staff #6 stated each child with an allergy, sensitivities, and/or dietary restrictions has a form in their individual record containing the information. The children’s records are maintained in a locked place and are not accessible to all staff.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of children's records and interview, the center did not maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. The list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. Two children’s records reviewed listed dietary restrictions. There was no listing in the classrooms or accessible to staff. 2. Staff #6 stated each child with an allergy, sensitivities, and/or dietary restrictions has a form in their individual record containing the information. The children’s records are maintained in a locked place and are not accessible to all staff.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtained current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #6 contained documentation of first aid certification that expired on 05/27/2021. The director stated staff #6 had not renewed the first aid certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #6 contained documentation of CPR certification that expired on 05/27/2021. The director stated the staff members had not renewed the CPR certification.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure at least one staff in each classroom or area where children were present had current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: Staff #6 was observed supervising 12 school-age children. Staff #6 was the only staff member assigned to supervising the children in the classroom. Staff #6 did not have current certification in CPR as of 07/13/2023.”
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based on observation and measurements, the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing complied with the minimum safety standards to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. Evidence: The slide located on the center's toddler playground did not have the required amount of resilient surfacing in the fall zone at the end of the slide shut. There must be at least six inches of resilient surfacing throughout the fall zone. The fall zone at the slide had approximately 1 inch of pea gravel. Hard compacted dirt was visible in the fall zone area.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure all areas of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: The playground had multiple areas with landscaping fabric exposed. The landscaping fabric was exposed and posed a tripping hazard to children in care.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-2
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure at least one staff in each classroom or area where children were present had current certification in first aid. Evidence: Staff #6 was observed supervising 12 school-age children. Staff #6 was the only staff member assigned to supervising the children in the classroom. Staff #6 did not have current certification in first aid as of 07/13/2023.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtained current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #6 contained documentation of first aid certification that expired on 05/27/2021. The director stated staff #6 had not renewed the first aid certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #6 contained documentation of CPR certification that expired on 05/27/2021. The director stated the staff members had not renewed the CPR certification.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure at least one staff in each classroom or area where children were present had current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: Staff #6 was observed supervising 12 school-age children. Staff #6 was the only staff member assigned to supervising the children in the classroom. Staff #6 did not have current certification in CPR as of 07/13/2023.”
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based on observation and measurements, the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing complied with the minimum safety standards to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. Evidence: The slide located on the center's toddler playground did not have the required amount of resilient surfacing in the fall zone at the end of the slide shut. There must be at least six inches of resilient surfacing throughout the fall zone. The fall zone at the slide had approximately 1 inch of pea gravel. Hard compacted dirt was visible in the fall zone area.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure all areas of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: The playground had multiple areas with landscaping fabric exposed. The landscaping fabric was exposed and posed a tripping hazard to children in care.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-2
“Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure at least one staff in each classroom or area where children were present had current certification in first aid. Evidence: Staff #6 was observed supervising 12 school-age children. Staff #6 was the only staff member assigned to supervising the children in the classroom. Staff #6 did not have current certification in first aid as of 07/13/2023.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-4 Complaint related: Yes
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure the staff to children ratio was maintained for children three years up to school age eligible. Evidence: At approximately 8:30am on October 7, 2022, 11 four year olds were observed with one staff in the pre-K classroom. Staff #1 stated a second staff was scheduled to arrive at 9:00 am. The required staff to children ratio for children three years old up to school age eligible is one staff for every ten children.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: During the inspection on 07/18/22, the following was observed - 1) In the three year old classroom, there is an area approximately three inches by three inches where the drywall has chipped off the wall exposing a nail head. The hole in the drywall is at the baseboard and accessible to children. 2) In the three year old classroom, the rubber baseboard trim has cracked and broken off in an area approximately two feet long creating a jagged edge. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment; head entrapment hazards; and protruding nails, bolts or other components that could entangle clothing or snag skin.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: During the inspection on 07/18/22, the following was observed - 1) In the three year old classroom, there is an area approximately three inches by three inches where the drywall has chipped off the wall exposing a nail head. The hole in the drywall is at the baseboard and accessible to children. 2) In the three year old classroom, the rubber baseboard trim has cracked and broken off in an area approximately two feet long creating a jagged edge. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment; head entrapment hazards; and protruding nails, bolts or other components that could entangle clothing or snag skin.”
8VAC20-790-570-2
“Based on staff and witness interviews, the vendor failed to inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not more than two business days, of any injury to a child while under the vendor's supervision when a referral is made for treatment from a medical professional. Evidence: During interviews with staff it was reported that child #3 (enrolled 2/7/20) received an injury on July 14, 2021, while at the center and that injury required outside medical care. An outside witness confirmed child #3 received medical treatment and that the center was notified of such on July 14, 2021. Administration reported they were aware of the injury requiring medical attention and confirmed they did not report it to the department's representative.”
8VAC20-780-50-B Complaint related: No
“Based on an interview, the center failed to keep records and reports on staff and children required for two years after termination of services or separation from employment unless otherwise specified. Evidence: During an interview with Administration it was reported that they can't find the record for staff #1.”
8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No
“Based on a review of records on March 22, 2022, the center did not ensure that written records of children's serious and minor injuries contained all the required information. Evidence: The incident report for child #5 did not contain documentation of the time a parent was notified of the injury and did not contain documentation of the how the parent was notified of the injury.”
8VAC20-790-570-2
“Based on staff and witness interviews, the vendor failed to inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not more than two business days, of any injury to a child while under the vendor's supervision when a referral is made for treatment from a medical professional. Evidence: During interviews with staff it was reported that child #3 (enrolled 2/7/20) received an injury on July 14, 2021, while at the center and that injury required outside medical care. An outside witness confirmed child #3 received medical treatment and that the center was notified of such on July 14, 2021. Administration reported they were aware of the injury requiring medical attention and confirmed they did not report it to the department's representative.”
8VAC20-780-50-B Complaint related: No
“Based on an interview, the center failed to keep records and reports on staff and children required for two years after termination of services or separation from employment unless otherwise specified. Evidence: During an interview with Administration it was reported that they can't find the record for staff #1.”
8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: No
“Based on a review of records on March 22, 2022, the center did not ensure that written records of children's serious and minor injuries contained all the required information. Evidence: The incident report for child #5 did not contain documentation of the time a parent was notified of the injury and did not contain documentation of the how the parent was notified of the injury.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure each staff member had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care and include an in-person competency demonstration. Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 4/15/19) contained documentation of CPR certification that expired May 2021. Administration acknowledged the staff didn't have a current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure each staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 4/15/19) contained documentation of first aid that expired May 2021. Administration acknowledged the staff didn't have a current first aid certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on a review of staff records, the provider did not ensure within the first 90 days of employment of service all caregivers completed Virginia Pre-Service Training for childcare staff. Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 4/15/19) contained documentation of preservice training dated 4/11/20.”
8VAC20-780-80-A Complaint related: No
“Based on a review of documentation and interview, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: Review of the attendance record on March 8, 2022 indicated child #1 was signed in. During the inspection administration stated child #1 was picked up at 9am and left for the day. The attendance log was observed at approximately 10:15am and it indicated that child #1 was not signed out. Administration confirmed that child #1 was not signed out.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure each staff member had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care and include an in-person competency demonstration. Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 4/15/19) contained documentation of CPR certification that expired May 2021. Administration acknowledged the staff didn't have a current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure each staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 4/15/19) contained documentation of first aid that expired May 2021. Administration acknowledged the staff didn't have a current first aid certification.”
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on a review of staff records, the provider did not ensure within the first 90 days of employment of service all caregivers completed Virginia Pre-Service Training for childcare staff. Evidence: The record of staff #1 (hired 4/15/19) contained documentation of preservice training dated 4/11/20.”
8VAC20-780-80-A Complaint related: No
“Based on a review of documentation and interview, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: Review of the attendance record on March 8, 2022 indicated child #1 was signed in. During the inspection administration stated child #1 was picked up at 9am and left for the day. The attendance log was observed at approximately 10:15am and it indicated that child #1 was not signed out. Administration confirmed that child #1 was not signed out.”
8VAC20-780-160-B
“Based on a review of three staff member's records and interview, the center failed to obtain an acceptable form of documentation of tuberculosis screening for two staff records. Evidence: 1. The records of Staff #1 and Staff #3 contained documentation of a tuberculosis screening that was not signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. 2. Administration acknowledged the screening was not signed.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not ensure to obtain the results of an out-of-state search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the staff previously resided within the preceding five years within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record of Staff #1, hired on 7/13/20, contained a sworn statement that indicated the staff member resided outside of Virginia within the preceding five years. The record did not contain documentation of results of a search of the out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry. 2. Administration acknowledged the results were not obtained.”
8VAC20-780-160-B
“Based on a review of three staff member's records and interview, the center failed to obtain an acceptable form of documentation of tuberculosis screening for two staff records. Evidence: 1. The records of Staff #1 and Staff #3 contained documentation of a tuberculosis screening that was not signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. 2. Administration acknowledged the screening was not signed.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not ensure to obtain the results of an out-of-state search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the staff previously resided within the preceding five years within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record of Staff #1, hired on 7/13/20, contained a sworn statement that indicated the staff member resided outside of Virginia within the preceding five years. The record did not contain documentation of results of a search of the out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry. 2. Administration acknowledged the results were not obtained.”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 11, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 10 of 13 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.
184, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 448-1177 to ask.
(804) 448-1177.
8025 Prosperity Way, Ruther Glen, VA 22546. The nearest other daycare we list is Beary Fun Daycare & Preschool, 0.1 miles away.