Miriam Medina
Falls Church, VA 22042 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Emma Arteaga
- licensed capacity
- 5
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Emma Arteaga
Emma Arteaga is a licensed home daycare in Falls Church, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 5 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 5 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 and preschoolersFrom 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
Emma Arteaga has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Emma Arteaga
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 5 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #1105573
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 7 of 11 visits · 11 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Background checks 1
- Supervision and ratios 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 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall: be dated, given to parents or posted in an area accessible to parents, list any substituted food, and be kept on file for one week. On the date of the inspection, the posted menus were not dated.”
- Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 3, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Within seven business days of the childs first day of attendance, the provider shall obtain from the parent verification of the identity and age of the child and name and location of previous day care programs or schools. Child #1 was enrolled for more than one month before verification of identity and age was verified. The record for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain previous day care programs or schools.”
8VAC20-800-160-3
“Individuals 14 years of age and older who reside in the family day home shall meet the requirements specified in 8VAC20-770, Background Checks for Child Day Programs. The criminal history check for Household Member #1, dated 7 months ago, had results of not eligible.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“REPEAT VIOLATION Documentation of additional immunizations is required once every six months for children under the age of two years. The record for Child #1, age 22 months, did not contain documentation of additional immunizations every six months. The last documented immunizations was over 18 months ago.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Poisonous materials shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Cleaning chemicals and detergent were found on the floor in front of the washing machine and stacked next to the bathroom used by children. Mouthwash that states keep out of reach of children was found in an unlocked bathroom cabinet.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Child records are required to contain parental employment phone numbers, emergency contact name, address, and phone number, name and policy number of the childs medical insurance, and written authorization for emergency medical care. The record for Child #1, enrolled for 18 months, did not contain complete employment information for each parent, complete information for two emergency contacts, and the policy number of the childs medical insurance. The record for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain written authorization for emergency medical care.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“A landline telephone shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day homes hours of operation. The family day home did not have a landline telephone that operates without electricity.”
Apr 3, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Within seven business days of the childs first day of attendance, the provider shall obtain from the parent verification of the identity and age of the child and name and location of previous day care programs or schools. Child #1 was enrolled for more than one month before verification of identity and age was verified. The record for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain previous day care programs or schools.”
8VAC20-800-160-3
“Individuals 14 years of age and older who reside in the family day home shall meet the requirements specified in 8VAC20-770, Background Checks for Child Day Programs. The criminal history check for Household Member #1, dated 7 months ago, had results of not eligible.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“REPEAT VIOLATION Documentation of additional immunizations is required once every six months for children under the age of two years. The record for Child #1, age 22 months, did not contain documentation of additional immunizations every six months. The last documented immunizations was over 18 months ago.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Poisonous materials shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Cleaning chemicals and detergent were found on the floor in front of the washing machine and stacked next to the bathroom used by children. Mouthwash that states keep out of reach of children was found in an unlocked bathroom cabinet.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Child records are required to contain parental employment phone numbers, emergency contact name, address, and phone number, name and policy number of the childs medical insurance, and written authorization for emergency medical care. The record for Child #1, enrolled for 18 months, did not contain complete employment information for each parent, complete information for two emergency contacts, and the policy number of the childs medical insurance. The record for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain written authorization for emergency medical care.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“A landline telephone shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day homes hours of operation. The family day home did not have a landline telephone that operates without electricity.”
Oct 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-50-A
“The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. On the date of the inspection, attendance was not recorded for 3 out of 3 children.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Before a child may attend the family day home, the provider shall obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized according to the Code of Virginia requirements. The provider did not obtain immunization records for Child #1 until four days after the first day of attendance.”
8VAC20-800-540-A
“Infant swings shall be used according to the manufacturer's instructions and when occupied by a child, a safety strap shall be used and securely fastened. The provider stated Child #2, age 11 months, sleeps in an infant swing. The manufacturer's label specifies to never let a child sleep in this product.”
Oct 30, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-50-A
“The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. On the date of the inspection, attendance was not recorded for 3 out of 3 children.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Before a child may attend the family day home, the provider shall obtain documentation that the child has been adequately immunized according to the Code of Virginia requirements. The provider did not obtain immunization records for Child #1 until four days after the first day of attendance.”
8VAC20-800-540-A
“Infant swings shall be used according to the manufacturer's instructions and when occupied by a child, a safety strap shall be used and securely fastened. The provider stated Child #2, age 11 months, sleeps in an infant swing. The manufacturer's label specifies to never let a child sleep in this product.”
May 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-40-A
“Based on observations made, there were more children in care than approved for the licensed capacity. Evidence: The approved licensed capacity is a total of 5 children at any given time. Today there were 6 children in care.”
May 15, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-40-A
“Based on observations made, there were more children in care than approved for the licensed capacity. Evidence: The approved licensed capacity is a total of 5 children at any given time. Today there were 6 children in care.”
- Dec 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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- Dec 15, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 18, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that the provider had not completed the department's annual health and safety training course. Evidence: The most recent documentation/certification for this course was dated as completed 2/29/20.”
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observations made, it was determined that electrical outlets did not have protective covers. Evidence: Outlets by the sink, in the bathroom used by the children, did not have covers.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“Based on interview conducted, it was determined that 1 of the 7 children in care did not have a record of enrollment. Evidence: There was no record of enrollment for Child #10 and there was no documentation of required information. The provider said that she gave the enrollment papers to the parent who had not yet returned them. The provider said Child #10 began attending on 4/17/23.”
8VAC20-800-730-D
“Based on observations made, it was determined that medications belonging to the provider were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: A total of 3 medications (2 prescription and 1 over-the-counter) were sitting on an open shelf by the desk in the main daycare room. The medications were accessible to the children.”
8VAC20-800-40-A
“Based on observations made, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the total number of children receiving care at any one time does not exceed the maximum licensed capacity of 5 children. Evidence: A total of 7 children were observed to be in care today.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that the provider did not have a completed criminal record check ( CRC ) within the last 5 years. Evidence The provider's last CRC was dated as completed 3/8/18.”
Apr 18, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that the provider had not completed the department's annual health and safety training course. Evidence: The most recent documentation/certification for this course was dated as completed 2/29/20.”
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observations made, it was determined that electrical outlets did not have protective covers. Evidence: Outlets by the sink, in the bathroom used by the children, did not have covers.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“Based on interview conducted, it was determined that 1 of the 7 children in care did not have a record of enrollment. Evidence: There was no record of enrollment for Child #10 and there was no documentation of required information. The provider said that she gave the enrollment papers to the parent who had not yet returned them. The provider said Child #10 began attending on 4/17/23.”
8VAC20-800-730-D
“Based on observations made, it was determined that medications belonging to the provider were not kept in a locked place. Evidence: A total of 3 medications (2 prescription and 1 over-the-counter) were sitting on an open shelf by the desk in the main daycare room. The medications were accessible to the children.”
8VAC20-800-40-A
“Based on observations made, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the total number of children receiving care at any one time does not exceed the maximum licensed capacity of 5 children. Evidence: A total of 7 children were observed to be in care today.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that the provider did not have a completed criminal record check ( CRC ) within the last 5 years. Evidence The provider's last CRC was dated as completed 3/8/18.”
Oct 25, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 5 children’s records did not include documentation of a physical exam within the first 30-days of attendance. Evidence: Child #6 began attending 8/29/22, and to-date a physical exam is not on-file.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 5 children’s records did not include documentation of immunizations prior to attendance. Evidence: Child #6 began attending 8/29/22, and to-date immunization records are not on-file.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 2 of 5 children’s records did not include the parent’s signature acknowledging emergency contact information has been reviewed annually. Evidence: Child #1 + #2 were last signed by the parent on 3/18/21.”
Oct 25, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 5 children’s records did not include documentation of a physical exam within the first 30-days of attendance. Evidence: Child #6 began attending 8/29/22, and to-date a physical exam is not on-file.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 5 children’s records did not include documentation of immunizations prior to attendance. Evidence: Child #6 began attending 8/29/22, and to-date immunization records are not on-file.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 2 of 5 children’s records did not include the parent’s signature acknowledging emergency contact information has been reviewed annually. Evidence: Child #1 + #2 were last signed by the parent on 3/18/21.”
Apr 4, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 2 children's records did not include immunizations updated every 6 months until the age of 2 years old. Evidence: Child #3 - The immunizations were dated May 2020, when the child was 15 months old.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 2 of 2 children's records did not include a physical exam within the first 30-days of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #2 - There was no physical exam available for review. The child's 1st day of attendance was 7/18/19. 2. Child #3 - There was no physical exam available for review. The child's 1st day of attendance was 5/7/19.”
Apr 4, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 2 children's records did not include immunizations updated every 6 months until the age of 2 years old. Evidence: Child #3 - The immunizations were dated May 2020, when the child was 15 months old.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 2 of 2 children's records did not include a physical exam within the first 30-days of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #2 - There was no physical exam available for review. The child's 1st day of attendance was 7/18/19. 2. Child #3 - There was no physical exam available for review. The child's 1st day of attendance was 5/7/19.”
- Nov 19, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 18, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Emma Arteaga
Is Emma Arteaga licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Emma Arteaga last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Emma Arteaga had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 7 of 11 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 Emma Arteaga care for?
5, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Emma Arteaga accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Emma Arteaga'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 Emma Arteaga cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 534-3516 to ask.
What is Emma Arteaga's phone number?
(703) 534-3516.
Where is Emma Arteaga?
Falls Church, VA 22042. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.