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Virginia Beach, VA 23452 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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First Discovery Academy at Rosemont is a licensed child care center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 132 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion approach.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM |
| Thursday | 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM |
| Friday | 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Spanish (dual-language)) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 132 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
First Discovery Academy at Rosemont has not listed its tuition.
State record
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 3, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 8 visits · 10 rules in all
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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8VAC20-780-500-B
“A nonobsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. The changing pad in the wobbler classroom had several tears around the seams, rendering the surface no longer nonabsorbent.”
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based upon observations and measurements, the facility has not ensured that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing complies with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials in all use zones as described in the National Program for Playground Safety's "Selecting Playground Surface Materials" under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. Fall zones are defined as the area underneath and surrounding equipment that requires a resilient surface. A fall zones must encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. The facility has chosen to use wood chips as the resilient surfacing under the large climbing structure on the preschool/school age playground. The wood mulch was measured at less than 3 inches in depth at the base of the slides and stairways and throughout the minimum 6 foot fall zones under and surrounding the climber. 2. Staff 1 confirmed the depth of the wood mulch in the numerous areas where the depth was observed.”
8VAC20-780-50-A
“Based upon observation, the facility has not ensured that staff and children's records are treated confidentially. Evidence: The Supplemental Information sheet from the facility's previous inspection was posted on the wall in the office area. This sheet refers to confidential staff and children's records and contains a notice that states that the Supplemental Information Sheet is not to be posted.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based upon review of staff records, the facility has not ensured that the results of a central registry finding are obtained within 30 days of employment. Evidence; The record provided for staff 4 indicated that staff 4 was employed on 4/5/2024. Results of a central registry search were not available for staff 4.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based upon observation, the facility has not ensured that the diapering surface is cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Evidence: !. The under sides of the changing mats and the hard changing table surfaces in both the toddler and junior preschool classrooms were covered in hair, crumbs and other dirt, evidence that the changing surfaces had not been adequately cleaned and sanitized. 2. The vinyl covered changing table mat in the toddler classroom had a tear in the vinyl of over six inches, making adequate sanitizing of the mat impossible.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based upon review of children's records, the facility has not ensured that each child's record includes each parent's employer and business telephone number. Evidence: The record provided for child 4 did not include the child's father's employer information and business telephone number.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Repeat violation Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 has a hire date of 4/22/2024. Staff 1 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the states of Florida and Connecticut within the past five years. The results of a search of the child abuse and neglect registry were not available for staff 1 from either Florida or Connecticut. 2. The center director confirmed that the results of a child abuse and neglect registry search were not available for staff 1..”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based upon observation, the facility has not ensured that areas of the center are maintained in clean and operable condition. Evidence: The ceramic floor tile in the corner by the changing table in the toddler classroom has chipped away, revealing the under flooring and causing the vinyl cove base at the base of the wall to pull away from the wall.”
8VAC20-780-240-C
“Based upon review of staff records, the facility has not ensured that orientation training of staff includes the following facility specific topics. Evidence. The documentation of orientation training of staff 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 did not include documentation that the training included abusive head trauma including procedures to cope with crying babies or distraught children, the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and other allergic reactions to include the recognizing and response to allergic reactions and the prevention of cross contamination, and prevention and control of disease.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based upon review of staff records, the facility has not ensured that staff records include all required information and documentation. Evidence: 1. The records provided for staff 2, 3, and 5 all indicated that each staff person was serving as a program leader (teacher). None of the records included documentation to demonstrate that the individuals possess the education, certification/training and experience required by the job position of program leaders. 2. The record provided for staff 1 did not include documentation of the required orientation training. 3. The record provided for staff 4, employed since 4/5/2024, did not include documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation, as well as competency were checked before employment. The record provided for staff 6 documented both 10/2/2023 and 10/3/2023 as the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based upon observations and measurements, the facility has not ensured that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing complies with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials in all use zones as described in the National Program for Playground Safety's "Selecting Playground Surface Materials" under equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a fall zone free of hazardous obstacles. Fall zones are defined as the area underneath and surrounding equipment that requires a resilient surface. A fall zones must encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall while the equipment is in use. Evidence: 1. The facility has chosen to use wood chips as the resilient surfacing under the large climbing structure on the preschool/school age playground. The wood mulch was measured at less than 3 inches in depth at the base of the slides and stairways and throughout the minimum 6 foot fall zones under and surrounding the climber. 2. Staff 1 confirmed the depth of the wood mulch in the numerous areas where the depth was observed.”
8VAC20-780-50-A
“Based upon observation, the facility has not ensured that staff and children's records are treated confidentially. Evidence: The Supplemental Information sheet from the facility's previous inspection was posted on the wall in the office area. This sheet refers to confidential staff and children's records and contains a notice that states that the Supplemental Information Sheet is not to be posted.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based upon review of staff records, the facility has not ensured that the results of a central registry finding are obtained within 30 days of employment. Evidence; The record provided for staff 4 indicated that staff 4 was employed on 4/5/2024. Results of a central registry search were not available for staff 4.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based upon observation, the facility has not ensured that the diapering surface is cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Evidence: !. The under sides of the changing mats and the hard changing table surfaces in both the toddler and junior preschool classrooms were covered in hair, crumbs and other dirt, evidence that the changing surfaces had not been adequately cleaned and sanitized. 2. The vinyl covered changing table mat in the toddler classroom had a tear in the vinyl of over six inches, making adequate sanitizing of the mat impossible.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based upon review of children's records, the facility has not ensured that each child's record includes each parent's employer and business telephone number. Evidence: The record provided for child 4 did not include the child's father's employer information and business telephone number.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Repeat violation Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 has a hire date of 4/22/2024. Staff 1 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the states of Florida and Connecticut within the past five years. The results of a search of the child abuse and neglect registry were not available for staff 1 from either Florida or Connecticut. 2. The center director confirmed that the results of a child abuse and neglect registry search were not available for staff 1..”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based upon observation, the facility has not ensured that areas of the center are maintained in clean and operable condition. Evidence: The ceramic floor tile in the corner by the changing table in the toddler classroom has chipped away, revealing the under flooring and causing the vinyl cove base at the base of the wall to pull away from the wall.”
8VAC20-780-240-C
“Based upon review of staff records, the facility has not ensured that orientation training of staff includes the following facility specific topics. Evidence. The documentation of orientation training of staff 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 did not include documentation that the training included abusive head trauma including procedures to cope with crying babies or distraught children, the prevention of and response to emergencies due to food and other allergic reactions to include the recognizing and response to allergic reactions and the prevention of cross contamination, and prevention and control of disease.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based upon review of staff records, the facility has not ensured that staff records include all required information and documentation. Evidence: 1. The records provided for staff 2, 3, and 5 all indicated that each staff person was serving as a program leader (teacher). None of the records included documentation to demonstrate that the individuals possess the education, certification/training and experience required by the job position of program leaders. 2. The record provided for staff 1 did not include documentation of the required orientation training. 3. The record provided for staff 4, employed since 4/5/2024, did not include documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation, as well as competency were checked before employment. The record provided for staff 6 documented both 10/2/2023 and 10/3/2023 as the date of employment.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that the results of a national fingerprint search are received for each staff member before employment. Evidence: 1. The record for staff 1 (date of hire: 4/3/23) contains results of a national fingerprint search dated 4/10/23, which is after her first day of employment. 2. The center director confirmed that staff 1 began employment at the center prior to receiving the results of her national fingerprint search.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 2 has a hire date of 2/16/23. Staff 2 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the state of Louisiana within the past five years. The results of a criminal history record information check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry were not available for staff 2 from the state of Louisiana. 2. The center director confirmed that the required out-of-state background checks were not completed for staff 2.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that the results of a national fingerprint search are received for each staff member before employment. Evidence: 1. The record for staff 1 (date of hire: 4/3/23) contains results of a national fingerprint search dated 4/10/23, which is after her first day of employment. 2. The center director confirmed that staff 1 began employment at the center prior to receiving the results of her national fingerprint search.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 2 has a hire date of 2/16/23. Staff 2 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the state of Louisiana within the past five years. The results of a criminal history record information check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry were not available for staff 2 from the state of Louisiana. 2. The center director confirmed that the required out-of-state background checks were not completed for staff 2.”
8VAC20-780-510-E
“Based on a review of medication and interview, the center did not ensure that procedures for administering medication shall include methods to prevent use of outdated medication. Evidence: 1. There is an EpiPen prescribed to a child in care being stored at the center that has an expiration date of January 2023 and liquid Benadryl that has an expiration date of October 2022. 2. The center director confirmed that the EpiPen and liquid Benadryl are expired.”
8VAC20-780-510-I
“Based on a review of medication and interview, the center did not ensure that prescription medication shall be administered to a child only with written authorization from the parent. Evidence: 1. Child 1 was administered Albuterol on 1/19/23, 1/20/23, 1/24/23 and 1/30/23 without written authorization from the parent. 2. The center director confirmed that Albuterol was administered to child 1 on the above dates without written authorization from the parent.”
8VAC20-780-510-E
“Based on a review of medication and interview, the center did not ensure that procedures for administering medication shall include methods to prevent use of outdated medication. Evidence: 1. There is an EpiPen prescribed to a child in care being stored at the center that has an expiration date of January 2023 and liquid Benadryl that has an expiration date of October 2022. 2. The center director confirmed that the EpiPen and liquid Benadryl are expired.”
8VAC20-780-510-I
“Based on a review of medication and interview, the center did not ensure that prescription medication shall be administered to a child only with written authorization from the parent. Evidence: 1. Child 1 was administered Albuterol on 1/19/23, 1/20/23, 1/24/23 and 1/30/23 without written authorization from the parent. 2. The center director confirmed that Albuterol was administered to child 1 on the above dates without written authorization from the parent.”
8VAC20-780-340-F
“Based on interviews, the center failed to ensure that children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. The center self-reported that on 9/16/22, child 1, age 5 years, was left alone on the center’s bus by staff 1 after returning to the center from afternoon pick-up at a local elementary school. 2. Child 1?s parent stated he arrived at the center at approximately 3:45pm and that his child was not in the school-aged classroom. Child 1?s parent stated that staff 3 (school-aged teacher) did not know where child 1 was. He stated center staff started looking for child 1 and staff 1 found her on the bus and brought her back into the center. 3. Staff 1 stated he arrived at the center between 3:30pm and 3:35pm after picking children up from an elementary school. Staff 1 confirmed that child 1 was left alone on the bus after arriving back at the center. 4. Child 1 was out of sight and sound supervision of staff for approximately 10-15 minutes between the time the bus arrived at the center and child 1?s parent picking her up.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on interviews and a review of the center’s attendance records, the center failed to ensure that for each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. On multiple days between 9/12/22 and 9/21/22, child 1, age 5 years, was not signed into the school-aged classroom after returning to the center from a local elementary school. a. A review of written attendance records from 9/12/22 through 9/21/22 indicate that the center failed to sign child 1 into the school-aged classroom 3 out of 8 days upon returning to the center from the elementary school. 2. Child 1?s parent stated that at least once a week he would pick his children up from the center in the afternoon and would not be able to sign them out because the center’s sign-in/sign-out application still had them signed out to school from the morning.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on interviews and a review of the center’s policies, the center failed to ensure that the licensee’s operational responsibilities shall ensure that the center’s services are maintained in compliance with the center’s own policies and procedures required by these standards. Evidence: Center staff failed to follow their written policy regarding transitioning children off of the center bus as demonstrated by the following incident: 1. The center’s policy for exiting children off of the center bus states ?Count each child off the bus. Once children are off the bus walk down the aisle to make sure no one is still on the bus. Verbally call out each child’s name to check that they are here by using name cards and count them again?. 2. On 9/16/22, child 1, age 5, was left alone on the bus in the center’s parking lot without staff supervision for approximately 10-15 minutes. 3. Staff 1 and staff 2 (center director) confirmed that staff 1 did not follow the center’s bus policy of walking down the aisle of the bus once all children have exited to ensure there are no children remaining on the bus.”
8VAC20-780-340-A
“Based on interviews, it was determined that the center failed to ensure that when staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care and protection. Evidence: 1. On 9/16/22, staff 1 was transporting children from a local elementary school to the center and left child 1, age 5 years, alone on the bus in the center’s parking lot with no staff supervision. 2. Center staff were unaware that child 1 was unaccounted for until her parent arrived to pick her up and asked where she was. 3. Staff 1 stated that when he found child 1 on the bus, he could tell that she was crying. 4. Child 1?s parent stated that when she was found alone on the bus and brought back into the center, child 1 was sweaty, her face was red, she was crying and appeared ?very upset?. Child 1 stated to her parent that she could not get her seatbelt undone and that she was yelling but no one could hear her.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There is a hole approximately 3 inches in diameter with exposed drywall in the wall of the bathroom in the pre-k classroom and is within reach of the children in care. 2. The center director confirmed that the wall in the pre-k bathroom has a hole in it that is within reach of children.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There is a hole approximately 3 inches in diameter with exposed drywall in the wall of the bathroom in the pre-k classroom and is within reach of the children in care. 2. The center director confirmed that the wall in the pre-k bathroom has a hole in it that is within reach of children.”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 3, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 3 of 8 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.
132, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:15 AM to 6:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 340-7228 to ask.
(757) 340-7228.
3560 Chester Street, Virginia Beach, VA 23452. The nearest other daycare we list is Red Church, 0.2 miles away.