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Alexandria, VA 22309 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Elizabeth Tsamah
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About Elizabeth Tsamah
Elizabeth Tsamah is a licensed home daycare in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 5 children, serving school-age children.
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 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: school-age children
6 wk
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- School-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 5 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (703) 347-7390 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 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 | 5 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Elizabeth Tsamah has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Elizabeth Tsamah
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 5 children
- Ages
- School-age children
- License number
- #1106389
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 11, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 9 visits · 9 rules in all
- Safety and hazards 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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Jun 11, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-760-A-1
“A first aid kit should contain a pair of scissors as well as a pair of tweezers. The caregiver's first aid kit did not contain scissors or tweezers.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually. The provider did not have documentation of completing any training hours on the premises.”
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Child-resistant protective covers shall be installed on all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age. An outlet located next to the infant bouncer was observed to be missing both outlet covers.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The findings from the most recent inspection, dated 12/04/2025, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises. In addition, the most current license was not posted.”
Dec 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-60-B
“A child's record shall contain name, address and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency. The records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not have contact information for a second emergency contact.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and previous inspection reports, required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The posted license on premises was expired by 6 months, and the most recent inspection posted was from over one year ago.”
- Jun 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
May 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-230-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not maintain written documentation of 1 out of 1 caregiver's annual training. Evidence: There was no written documentation of Caregiver #1's 2023 trainings.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation, areas and furnishings of the family day home, outside, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: In the backyard of the family day home, a panel of the fence was broken and leaning in the direction of the area where the children play.”
May 6, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-230-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not maintain written documentation of 1 out of 1 caregiver's annual training. Evidence: There was no written documentation of Caregiver #1's 2023 trainings.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation, areas and furnishings of the family day home, outside, were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: In the backyard of the family day home, a panel of the fence was broken and leaning in the direction of the area where the children play.”
Nov 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and caregiver interview, the provider did not equip the home, that was built before 2015 and serves preschool-age children, with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: When asked about the location of the carbon monoxide detector, Caregiver #1 stated that there is not a carbon monoxide detector in the home.”
Nov 20, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and caregiver interview, the provider did not equip the home, that was built before 2015 and serves preschool-age children, with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: When asked about the location of the carbon monoxide detector, Caregiver #1 stated that there is not a carbon monoxide detector in the home.”
May 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
22.1-289.036-B-2
“Based on record review, not all caregivers obtained results of background checks every five years. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #1?s most recent fingerprinting results was dated 02/13/2018. 2. Caregiver #2?s most recent fingerprinting results was dated 02/13/2018.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were accessible to children. Evidence: One bottle of multi-purpose cleaner, one bottle of window wash and two cans of air freshener (warning label states to keep out of reach of children) were located in an unlocked cabinet, under the sink in the bathroom that is used by the children.”
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May 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
22.1-289.036-B-2
“Based on record review, not all caregivers obtained results of background checks every five years. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #1?s most recent fingerprinting results was dated 02/13/2018. 2. Caregiver #2?s most recent fingerprinting results was dated 02/13/2018.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were accessible to children. Evidence: One bottle of multi-purpose cleaner, one bottle of window wash and two cans of air freshener (warning label states to keep out of reach of children) were located in an unlocked cabinet, under the sink in the bathroom that is used by the children.”
Dec 6, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation, child-resistant protective covers were not installed on all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age. Evidence: 1. There were two uncovered electrical outlets next to the patio doors, accessible to Child #1 (age: 2 years). 2. There were two uncovered electrical outlets next to the toddler bed, accessible to Child #1.”
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and caregiver interview, the provider did not equip the home, that was built before 2015 and serves preschool-age children, with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: When asked about the location of the carbon monoxide detector, Caregiver #1 stated that there is not a carbon monoxide detector in the home.”
8VAC20-800-580-C
“Based on caregiver interview, daily age-appropriate activities did not include opportunities for vigorous outdoor play daily. Evidence: Caregiver #1 stated that the children have not been outside to play since the summer.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“Based on observation and caregiver interview, the diapering surface was not nonabsorbent and washable or cleaned and sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #1 stated that they change Child #1?s diaper on the bathroom rug located inside the bathroom used by the children. 2. The fabric bathroom rug was absorbent. 3. The diapering surface was not cleaned and sanitized after each use.”
Dec 6, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation, child-resistant protective covers were not installed on all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age. Evidence: 1. There were two uncovered electrical outlets next to the patio doors, accessible to Child #1 (age: 2 years). 2. There were two uncovered electrical outlets next to the toddler bed, accessible to Child #1.”
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and caregiver interview, the provider did not equip the home, that was built before 2015 and serves preschool-age children, with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: When asked about the location of the carbon monoxide detector, Caregiver #1 stated that there is not a carbon monoxide detector in the home.”
8VAC20-800-580-C
“Based on caregiver interview, daily age-appropriate activities did not include opportunities for vigorous outdoor play daily. Evidence: Caregiver #1 stated that the children have not been outside to play since the summer.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“Based on observation and caregiver interview, the diapering surface was not nonabsorbent and washable or cleaned and sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #1 stated that they change Child #1?s diaper on the bathroom rug located inside the bathroom used by the children. 2. The fabric bathroom rug was absorbent. 3. The diapering surface was not cleaned and sanitized after each use.”
Mar 9, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review and interview, the provider has not obtained a repeat central registry background check every five years for each adult household member. Evidence: Household member #1's most recent central registry background check is dated 11/9/2016. The provider stated that they have not yet requested for the household member to complete a repeat background check.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on interview, the provider did not obtained a minimum of 16 hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: The provider was not able to provide documentation for any training completed during 2021.”
Mar 9, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review and interview, the provider has not obtained a repeat central registry background check every five years for each adult household member. Evidence: Household member #1's most recent central registry background check is dated 11/9/2016. The provider stated that they have not yet requested for the household member to complete a repeat background check.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on interview, the provider did not obtained a minimum of 16 hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: The provider was not able to provide documentation for any training completed during 2021.”
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FAQ
Questions about Elizabeth Tsamah
Is Elizabeth Tsamah licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Elizabeth Tsamah last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 11, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Elizabeth Tsamah had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 6 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 Elizabeth Tsamah care for?
5, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Does Elizabeth Tsamah accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Elizabeth Tsamah's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (703) 347-7390 to confirm.
How much does Elizabeth Tsamah cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 347-7390 to ask.
What is Elizabeth Tsamah's phone number?
(703) 347-7390.
Where is Elizabeth Tsamah?
Alexandria, VA 22309. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.