Ms. Sandra Nicholas
Richmond, VA 23223 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Desiree Robinson
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Desiree Robinson
Desiree Robinson is a licensed home daycare in Richmond, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
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- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| 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
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State record
Inspection reports for Desiree Robinson
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 12 children
- License number
- #1110475
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 19 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 5
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Food and nutrition 2
- Background checks 1
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
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 18, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-880
“(Repeat Violation) Family Day homes shall follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of a recognized authority such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). The posted snack menu did not list a second component.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. The restroom that is accessible to children, had two large holes in the wall near the toilet.”
Feb 18, 2026Inspection7 rules cited
8VAC20-800-880
“Family day homes shall follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of a recognized authority such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Lunch served on February 18, 2026, consisted of ravioli, applesauce, and water. The meal was missing a second fruit or vegetable component, and milk.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Before attendance, documentation of immunizations is to be obtained for each child. There was no documentation of immunizations for child #1, who was in care during the inspection and had been in care for a month.”
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Staff who work directly with children shall annually complete the department's health and safety update course. Caregiver #1 and caregiver #2, have not completed the 3-hour subsidy health and safety update course for 2025.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Documentation of additional immunizations is required once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child #4-Immunizations on-file were dated March 2024 when the child was 10 months old.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually. Caregiver #1 and caregiver #2 obtained 8 of the 16 clock hours of training for 2025.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually. Caregiver #1 and caregiver #2 obtained 8 of the 16 clock hours of training for 2025.”
8VAC20-800-680-B
“Caregivers shall ensure that children’s hands are washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating. Children’s hands were not washed with soap and warm running water before eating lunch.”
Aug 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-170-A
“The provider shall obtain from each adult household member prior to coming into contact with children a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form published by the Virginia Department of Health or a form consistent with it documenting the absence of tuberculosis in a communicable form. There was no documentation of a tuberculosis screening for Household Member #1.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 was not completed and was overdue by six months.”
22.1-289.036-B-1
“The home is required to obtain a completed sworn statement for any household members who are 18 years of age or older. The records for Household Member #1 did not contain documentation of a completed sworn statement.”
Aug 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-170-A
“The provider shall obtain from each adult household member prior to coming into contact with children a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form published by the Virginia Department of Health or a form consistent with it documenting the absence of tuberculosis in a communicable form. There was no documentation of a tuberculosis screening for Household Member #1.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 was not completed and was overdue by six months.”
22.1-289.036-B-1
“The home is required to obtain a completed sworn statement for any household members who are 18 years of age or older. The records for Household Member #1 did not contain documentation of a completed sworn statement.”
Jan 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-280
“Poisonous materials shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Poisonous cleaning chemicals were stored on top of a changing table accessible to children.”
Jan 8, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-280
“Poisonous materials shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Poisonous cleaning chemicals were stored on top of a changing table accessible to children.”
Jul 22, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-820
“Based on record review and interview, the provider failed to practice shelter-in-place procedures a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: 1. There was no record of a shelter-in-place place drill practice a minimum of twice per year between 3/2023 and 3/2024. 2. The provider stated that a shelter in place drill had not been practiced.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“(Repeat violation) Based on record review, the provider did not ensure that children records contained all of the required information. Evidence: The record for child #2 did not contain names of persons other than the custodial parents who are authorized to pick up the child.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure that a landline telephone, excluding a cordless or cell phone, shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day home’s hours of operation. Evidence: 1. The provider had a landline telephone that was not operable and accessible during the inspection. 2. The provider stated that she was aware that the landline telephone was not operable.”
8VAC20-800-350-E
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that hot water at taps available to children shall be maintained within a range of 105 degrees F to 120 degrees F. Evidence: The temperature of the hot water in the bathroom used by the children to wash their hands was 136 degrees F.”
Jul 22, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-820
“Based on record review and interview, the provider failed to practice shelter-in-place procedures a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: 1. There was no record of a shelter-in-place place drill practice a minimum of twice per year between 3/2023 and 3/2024. 2. The provider stated that a shelter in place drill had not been practiced.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“(Repeat violation) Based on record review, the provider did not ensure that children records contained all of the required information. Evidence: The record for child #2 did not contain names of persons other than the custodial parents who are authorized to pick up the child.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“Based on observation and interview, the provider did not ensure that a landline telephone, excluding a cordless or cell phone, shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day home’s hours of operation. Evidence: 1. The provider had a landline telephone that was not operable and accessible during the inspection. 2. The provider stated that she was aware that the landline telephone was not operable.”
8VAC20-800-350-E
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that hot water at taps available to children shall be maintained within a range of 105 degrees F to 120 degrees F. Evidence: The temperature of the hot water in the bathroom used by the children to wash their hands was 136 degrees F.”
Feb 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-60-B
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of five (5) child records, the provider did not ensure that all children's records contained all the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, did not contain the address for second emergency contact, and did not have documentation of the child’s medical insurance name and policy number. Child # 1?s enrollment date was 4/20/2023. 2. The record for child #2, did not have documentation of the child’s medical insurance name and policy number. Child #2?s enrollment date was 12/27/2023. 3. The record for child #5, did not have documentation of the child’s medical insurance name and policy number. Child # 5?s enrollment date was 8/14/2023.”
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Based on review of five (5) children records, the provider failed to ensure that all records contained documentation of proof of identity within the first seven days of attendance. Evidence: The record for child #5 (start date: 08/12/2023), did not contain a review date of when proof of identity was verified.”
Feb 27, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-60-B
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of five (5) child records, the provider did not ensure that all children's records contained all the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1, did not contain the address for second emergency contact, and did not have documentation of the child’s medical insurance name and policy number. Child # 1?s enrollment date was 4/20/2023. 2. The record for child #2, did not have documentation of the child’s medical insurance name and policy number. Child #2?s enrollment date was 12/27/2023. 3. The record for child #5, did not have documentation of the child’s medical insurance name and policy number. Child # 5?s enrollment date was 8/14/2023.”
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Based on review of five (5) children records, the provider failed to ensure that all records contained documentation of proof of identity within the first seven days of attendance. Evidence: The record for child #5 (start date: 08/12/2023), did not contain a review date of when proof of identity was verified.”
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Aug 10, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-800-170-B
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the provider failed to obtain a Tuberculosis (TB) test within 30 days of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff 2?s record contained a Tuberculosis test results dated 4/12/2023. Staff 2?s date of employment was 8/7/2023. 2. The provider stated that she didn?t know that an updated Tuberculosis test needed to be completed”
8VAC20-800-170-B
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the provider failed to obtain a Tuberculosis (TB) test within 30 days of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff 2?s record contained a Tuberculosis test results dated 4/12/2023. Staff 2?s date of employment was 8/7/2023. 2. The provider stated that she didn?t know that an updated Tuberculosis test needed to be completed”
8VAC20-800-120-B
“Based on record review, a caregiver's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff 2?s record did not contain documentation of the following required information: address, verification of age, job title, date of employment, name/address/telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency, and two or more references. Staff 2?s date of employment was 8/7/2023.”
8VAC20-800-760-A
“Based on emergency supplies review and interview, the provider did not have a complete first aid kit. Evidence: The first aid kit in the family day home contained 1of 2 triangular bandages.”
8VAC20-770-60-B
“Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a sworn statement or affirmation for all assistants and substitutes. Evidence: 1. The record for staff 2, did not contain a sworn statement. 2. The provider stated that staff 2 had not completed a sworn statement but will have staff 2 complete the form.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on a review of the emergency evacuation logs, the provider failed to ensure that emergency evacuation procedures will be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care. Evidence: 1. There is no documentation for emergency evacuation drills for March, April, May, June, and July 2023. 2. The provider stated that drills had not been completed.”
Aug 10, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-800-170-B
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the provider failed to obtain a Tuberculosis (TB) test within 30 days of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff 2?s record contained a Tuberculosis test results dated 4/12/2023. Staff 2?s date of employment was 8/7/2023. 2. The provider stated that she didn?t know that an updated Tuberculosis test needed to be completed”
8VAC20-800-170-B
“Based on a review of staff records and interview, the provider failed to obtain a Tuberculosis (TB) test within 30 days of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff 2?s record contained a Tuberculosis test results dated 4/12/2023. Staff 2?s date of employment was 8/7/2023. 2. The provider stated that she didn?t know that an updated Tuberculosis test needed to be completed”
8VAC20-800-120-B
“Based on record review, a caregiver's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff 2?s record did not contain documentation of the following required information: address, verification of age, job title, date of employment, name/address/telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency, and two or more references. Staff 2?s date of employment was 8/7/2023.”
8VAC20-800-760-A
“Based on emergency supplies review and interview, the provider did not have a complete first aid kit. Evidence: The first aid kit in the family day home contained 1of 2 triangular bandages.”
8VAC20-770-60-B
“Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a sworn statement or affirmation for all assistants and substitutes. Evidence: 1. The record for staff 2, did not contain a sworn statement. 2. The provider stated that staff 2 had not completed a sworn statement but will have staff 2 complete the form.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on a review of the emergency evacuation logs, the provider failed to ensure that emergency evacuation procedures will be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care. Evidence: 1. There is no documentation for emergency evacuation drills for March, April, May, June, and July 2023. 2. The provider stated that drills had not been completed.”
Apr 19, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-800-920
“Based on observation and interview, the provider failed to ensure that the menu for the current one-week period was posted or available. Evidence: 1. There was no menu observed to be posted. 2. The provider was asked about the menu. The provider stated that the menu had not been completed or posted.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on record review; children's records were incomplete. Evidence: 1. Child 2?s record did not contain 1 of 2 emergency contact information. 2. The provider stated that she has ask the parent to provide a 2nd emergency contact, but the parent has not provided the name and contact information.”
8VAC20-800-890
“Based on observations and discussion with the staff, the provider failed to ensure that when food is brought from home, it must be dated and clearly labeled to identify the owner. Evidence: 1. Child # 3 was observed with a sippy cup in her hand that was not labeled or dated. 2 . Child #2 was observed with a sippy cup in her hand that was not labeled or dated.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Based on record review and interview with the provider, it was determined that the provider did not obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized before attending the family day home. Evidence: 1. Child 3 had a start date of 2/23/2023 but did not have immunization documentation. 2. Provider stated that she had a copy of the immunizations but was unable to locate the document.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on record review and interview with the provider, it was determined that a documented physical examination was not obtained within the 30th day of enrollment for children. Evidence: 1. Child 3 had a start date of 2/23/2023 but did not have physical examination documentation. 2. The provider stated that she did not have a copy of child # 3?s physical.”
Apr 19, 2023Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-800-920
“Based on observation and interview, the provider failed to ensure that the menu for the current one-week period was posted or available. Evidence: 1. There was no menu observed to be posted. 2. The provider was asked about the menu. The provider stated that the menu had not been completed or posted.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on record review; children's records were incomplete. Evidence: 1. Child 2?s record did not contain 1 of 2 emergency contact information. 2. The provider stated that she has ask the parent to provide a 2nd emergency contact, but the parent has not provided the name and contact information.”
8VAC20-800-890
“Based on observations and discussion with the staff, the provider failed to ensure that when food is brought from home, it must be dated and clearly labeled to identify the owner. Evidence: 1. Child # 3 was observed with a sippy cup in her hand that was not labeled or dated. 2 . Child #2 was observed with a sippy cup in her hand that was not labeled or dated.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Based on record review and interview with the provider, it was determined that the provider did not obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized before attending the family day home. Evidence: 1. Child 3 had a start date of 2/23/2023 but did not have immunization documentation. 2. Provider stated that she had a copy of the immunizations but was unable to locate the document.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on record review and interview with the provider, it was determined that a documented physical examination was not obtained within the 30th day of enrollment for children. Evidence: 1. Child 3 had a start date of 2/23/2023 but did not have physical examination documentation. 2. The provider stated that she did not have a copy of child # 3?s physical.”
Feb 23, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
8VAC20-800-770
“Based on observation of the family day home and interview with the provider it was determined that a working flashlight and weather band radio were not available in the family day home. Evidence: 1. There was not a flashlight or weather band radio available in the family day home.”
8VAC20-800-800-A
“Based on record review and provider interview, the family day home did not have a written emergency preparedness and response plan. Evidence: 1. Provider did not have a written emergency preparedness and response plan. 2. Provider was able to provide information regarding family day home procedures but stated the information was not in written form.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that all areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. A wall outlet in the 1st playroom behind an infant chair was detached from the wall.”
8VAC20-800-290
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that sharp kitchen utensils and other sharp objects were inaccessible to children. Evidence: T 1. There was a knife block on the counter with 6 sharp knives in it.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“Based on observations and discussion, the provider failed to ensure that a landline telephone, excluding a cordless or cell phone, shall be available, operable and accessible during the family day home's hours of operation. An operable landline telephone is one that does not require electricity to operate. Evidence: 1. The provider has a cordless telephone but does not have an operable landline telephone that does not require electricity to operate. 2. The cordless telephone provided, did not have a dial tone.”
8VAC20-800-350-E
“Based on measurement it was determined the provider did not maintain hot water taps available to children within a range of 105?F to 120?F. Evidence: The hot water temperature was measured at 135 degrees F.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Based on observation the provider has steps that are accessible to the children under the age of two. Evidence: 1. There is one set of stairs without a wall mounted gate. The provider has children under the age of two enrolling.”
8VAC20-800-760-A-1
“Based on observation, the first aid kit was incomplete. Evidence: The following required emergency tools were missing from the first aid kit. Evidence 1) Scissors 2) 2 required triangle bandages.”
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FAQ
Questions about Desiree Robinson
Is Desiree Robinson licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Desiree Robinson last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Desiree Robinson had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Desiree Robinson care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Does Desiree Robinson accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Desiree Robinson's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Desiree Robinson cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 497-0604 to ask.
What is Desiree Robinson's phone number?
(804) 497-0604.
Where is Desiree Robinson?
Richmond, VA 23223. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.