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Creative Play School II
- licensed capacity
- 130
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Creative Play School II
Creative Play School II is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 130 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care and summer camp.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 130 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care and summer camp |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | Integrates the High Scope and Creative Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Optional extracurriculars: soccer, music and fitness |
| Staff | Directors have degrees in early childhood development; ongoing in-service training |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 130 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Creative Play School II has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Creative Play School II
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 130 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #131907
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 10, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 10 visits · 5 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Other rules 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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- Aug 10, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-510-P
“When an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Child #6 had a medical authorization form that was overdue by 13 months.”
Jul 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-510-P
“When an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Child #6 had a medical authorization form that was overdue by 13 months.”
- Feb 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of child records, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations required before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #5 (start date 8/1/2024) did not have immunizations on record during the inspection.”
Aug 21, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of child records, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations required before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #5 (start date 8/1/2024) did not have immunizations on record during the inspection.”
Feb 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on a review of child records, the CDC did not ensure each child had a record that contained all required information. Evidence: Child #6 (date of enrollment 08/21/2023) did not have documentation of proof of identity on record during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-4
“Based on observation, the CDC did not ensure that required ratios were followed. Evidence: The inspector arrived at approximately 10:50 am and observed 14 children aged 2-3 years with one teacher on the mulched portion of the playground for approximately 5 minutes.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on a review of medications, the center failed to follow its own policy regarding expired medication. Evidence: Child #1 had expired medication (09/2023 & 08/2023). Child #2 had expired medication (11/2023).”
Feb 2, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on a review of child records, the CDC did not ensure each child had a record that contained all required information. Evidence: Child #6 (date of enrollment 08/21/2023) did not have documentation of proof of identity on record during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-4
“Based on observation, the CDC did not ensure that required ratios were followed. Evidence: The inspector arrived at approximately 10:50 am and observed 14 children aged 2-3 years with one teacher on the mulched portion of the playground for approximately 5 minutes.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on a review of medications, the center failed to follow its own policy regarding expired medication. Evidence: Child #1 had expired medication (09/2023 & 08/2023). Child #2 had expired medication (11/2023).”
Show 8 earlier visits
Sep 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of staff records, the CDC did not ensure required background checks were conducted from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Staff #1 (date of hire 9/6/2023) did not have Colorado CRS documentation on site during the inspection.”
Sep 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of staff records, the CDC did not ensure required background checks were conducted from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Staff #1 (date of hire 9/6/2023) did not have Colorado CRS documentation on site during the inspection.”
- Mar 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 17, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 31, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on a review of staff records, each staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (date of hire 8/24/2022) had tuberculosis results dated 8/26/2022”
Aug 31, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on a review of staff records, each staff member did not submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (date of hire 8/24/2022) had tuberculosis results dated 8/26/2022”
Feb 3, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child B was listed on the allergy list to have a food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the areas and equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the school age classroom, there was a small hole in the blue sofa. 2. In the 2nd school age classroom, there were 8 tiles with rust on it. 3. In the 3rd school age classroom, the sliding closet door was off track and needed to be fixed.”
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain the department's health and safety update course for each staff member. Evidence: 1. Thirteen staff did not complete the Department's health and safety update course in 2021.”
Feb 3, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. Child B was listed on the allergy list to have a food allergy, but the center did not have a written care plan to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the areas and equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the school age classroom, there was a small hole in the blue sofa. 2. In the 2nd school age classroom, there were 8 tiles with rust on it. 3. In the 3rd school age classroom, the sliding closet door was off track and needed to be fixed.”
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain the department's health and safety update course for each staff member. Evidence: 1. Thirteen staff did not complete the Department's health and safety update course in 2021.”
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FAQ
Questions about Creative Play School II
Is Creative Play School II licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Creative Play School II last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 10, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Creative Play School II had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 6 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 Creative Play School II care for?
130, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Creative Play School II accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Creative Play School II's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Creative Play School II cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 836-7090 to ask.
What is Creative Play School II's phone number?
(703) 836-7090.
Where is Creative Play School II?
100 E. Windsor Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22301. The nearest other daycare we list is Madison Day School, 0.1 miles away.