Effingham Street Family YMCA
1013 Effingham Street, Portsmouth, VA
4.4· 72 reviews
Denise Godfrey
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Denise Godfrey
Denise Godfrey is a licensed home daycare in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Denise Godfrey has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Denise Godfrey
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #943421
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 22, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 9 visits · 7 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Safe sleep 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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Apr 22, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Providers shall have current certification in first aid. The first aid certification for Caregiver #1 was expired on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information required to ensure the information is correct. Emergency contact information was not reviewed annually for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3, as required.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Providers shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. The CPR certification for Caregiver #1 was expired on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually, update the plan as needed, and document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. There was no documentation to show that the emergency plan was reviewed and/or updated in 2025.”
- Oct 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-790-180-B
“The vendor shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. On the day of the inspection, two children were present; however, neither of the children were signed in on the daily attendance.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information to ensure the information is correct. The record for Child #1 (enrolled for two years) did not contain documentation that the parent has reviewed emergency contact information in 2024.”
Apr 21, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-790-180-B
“The vendor shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. On the day of the inspection, two children were present; however, neither of the children were signed in on the daily attendance.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information to ensure the information is correct. The record for Child #1 (enrolled for two years) did not contain documentation that the parent has reviewed emergency contact information in 2024.”
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Mar 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-530-B
“Based on observation the licensee id not ensure cribs, when being used had a tight fitting bottom cover. Evidence: A child was observed in a crib that did not have a bottom cover.”
Mar 1, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-530-B
“Based on observation the licensee id not ensure cribs, when being used had a tight fitting bottom cover. Evidence: A child was observed in a crib that did not have a bottom cover.”
Oct 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the licensee did not ensure all areas and furnishings of the family day home were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: The glass window above the front door was shattered.”
Show 5 earlier visits
Oct 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the licensee did not ensure all areas and furnishings of the family day home were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: The glass window above the front door was shattered.”
Dec 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on a record review the vendor did not have all required trainings. Evidence: The vendor did not have documentation of having completed the department's pre-service health and safety updated course.”
Dec 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on a record review the vendor did not have all required trainings. Evidence: The vendor did not have documentation of having completed the department's pre-service health and safety updated course.”
Mar 7, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the licensee did not ensure all areas of the home were maintained in a safe condition. The deck located in the backyard had rough, peeling and splintered wood.”
Mar 7, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the licensee did not ensure all areas of the home were maintained in a safe condition. The deck located in the backyard had rough, peeling and splintered wood.”
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FAQ
Questions about Denise Godfrey
Is Denise Godfrey licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Denise Godfrey last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 22, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Denise Godfrey had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 5 of 9 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 Denise Godfrey care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Denise Godfrey accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Denise Godfrey's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Denise Godfrey cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 604-3428 to ask.
What is Denise Godfrey's phone number?
(757) 604-3428.
Where is Denise Godfrey?
Portsmouth, VA 23704. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.