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Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool

513 E. Broad Street, Falls Church, VA 220465.0· 16 reviews
licensed capacity
50
open each week
5 days

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About Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool

Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool is a licensed child care center in Falls Church, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 50 children, serving toddlers and preschoolers.

It is open Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with preschool.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Faith-based

Ages served: toddlers and preschoolers

From the state license. Ages it lists: ages 2-5
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
Hours today
9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Licensed capacity
50 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Tuesday9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Wednesday9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Thursday9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Friday9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license. It lists: Ages 2-5
ProgramsPreschool
ApproachFaith-based (Dulin United Methodist Church), Play-based
StaffProfessional, certified teachers
SafetyOutdoor playground
Discounts10% monthly tuition discount to families with more than one child in the school
MoreFounded 1967
Licensed capacity50 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
50 children
Ages
Toddlers and preschoolers
License number
#756640
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 26, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 5 of 5 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Background checks 4
  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Records and paperwork 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. Mar 26, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #2, employed for more than two years, did not have documentation of completing a sex offender registry search from one state.”
  2. Oct 8, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “The center is required to have board members undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check for board member #2 is overdue by a two months and 18 days.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. Staff #3 TB was dated 3 months prior to date of employment and has been employed for over 4 months.”
  3. Mar 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “A written care plan is required 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. Child #1 and Child #2 have a documented food allergy noted on their physical examination form by a physician, however, there is no written care plan to include the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire. Staff #3, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by 2 years.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #4, employed for over 2 years, did not have documentation of a central registry from one state.”
  4. Oct 21, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “The center shall obtain annual approval from the health department for meeting requirements for water supply and sewage disposal system. The environmental sanitation inspection was expired by 1 day.”
    • 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 were no physical exam records available for Child #2 and Child #3, who had been in care for over 1 month.”
  5. Apr 24, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review and staff interview, the center failed to ensure all staff records had all the required documentation. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of orientation for Staff #4. 2. There was no documentation of education for Staff #4”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and staff interview, the center did not obtain the results of a central registry check by the end of the 30th day of employment. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of central registry results for Staff #4. 2. The date of employment for Staff #4 is 1/24/2024.”
  6. Sep 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training. Evidence: There was no documentation of education for Staff #2, Staff #3, Staff #4, Staff #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain all the required information for each child's record. Evidence: Child #4 is missing proof of identity.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review and interview, 1 of 5 staff files indicated that it has been more than 2 years from the date of the last tuberculosis (TB) documentation kept on file. Evidence: 1. The TB documentation on file for Staff #1 is dated - 07/28/2021. 2. A more current TB documentation was not available at the time of inspection.”
  7. Mar 21, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-40-K

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not develop written procedures for prevention of abusive head trauma. Evidence: There was no documentation of a written policy and procedure for prevention of abusive head trauma.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-F

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not develop a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff or team of staff members. Evidence: There was no documentation of a written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-F

      “Based on record review and interview, lockdown procedures were not practiced at least annually. Evidence: There was no documentation of a lockdown drill procedure being practiced in 2022.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined that 2 of 5 employee and volunteer records did not include required documentation of required out-of-state background checks prior to the first day of employment or volunteering. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (DOH: 11/2022) record did not contain an out-of-state central registry check from a state they have listed as residing in within the previous five years. 2. Volunteer #4 (DOH: 9/2022) record did not contain an out-of-state central registry check and criminal record check from a state they have listed as residing in within the previous five years.”
  8. Oct 27, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not implement a monthly practice of evacuation drills. Evidence: There was no documentation of a November 2021 or September 2022 evacuation drill.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #4 did not have documentation of a physical examination prior or within 30 days after the child’s first day of attendance. The child’s start date was 9/12/22.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #4 did not have documentation of immunizations prior to the child’s first day of attendance. The child’s start date was 9/12/22.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on record review and interview, staff did not complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of Staff #5's orientation. 2. Staff administration stated that Staff #5 received orientation prior to working with children, but they were unable to locate documentation.”
  9. Oct 27, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not implement a monthly practice of evacuation drills. Evidence: There was no documentation of a November 2021 or September 2022 evacuation drill.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #4 did not have documentation of a physical examination prior or within 30 days after the child’s first day of attendance. The child’s start date was 9/12/22.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #4 did not have documentation of immunizations prior to the child’s first day of attendance. The child’s start date was 9/12/22.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on record review and interview, staff did not complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of Staff #5's orientation. 2. Staff administration stated that Staff #5 received orientation prior to working with children, but they were unable to locate documentation.”
  10. Apr 29, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, one staff record did not contain the results of a negative Tuberculosis screening at least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, or more frequently as if recommended by a licensed physician or the local health department. Evidence: The Tuberculosis screening for Staff 1 was conducted on 9/8/2019.”

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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FAQ

Questions about Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool

Is Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool licensed?

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

When was Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on March 26, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 5 of 5 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 Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool care for?

50, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers and preschoolers.

Does Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 532-3790 to ask.

What is Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool's phone number?

(703) 532-3790.

Where is Dulin United Methodist Cooperative Preschool?

513 E. Broad Street, Falls Church, VA 22046. The nearest other daycare we list is Easter Seals Serving DC/MD/VA, 0.4 miles away.

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