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Gayle Dunn

Tappahannock, VA 22560 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
12
open each week
5 days

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About Gayle Dunn

Gayle Dunn is a licensed home daycare in Tappahannock, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 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 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Home daycare
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
12 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity12 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Gayle Dunn has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Gayle Dunn

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
12 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#750862
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 22, 2026: no rules cited

No rules cited on any of 9 visits

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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See all 17 visits
  1. Jun 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Dec 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jun 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Dec 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Jun 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Jun 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. A bottle of Once and Done Resilient Floor Cleaner was stored on the counter next to the sink in the bathroom accessible to children.”
  3. Dec 5, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. A bottle of Once and Done Resilient Floor Cleaner was stored on the counter next to the sink in the bathroom accessible to children.”
  4. Jun 21, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-40-A

      “Based on observation and interview, 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 the home. Evidence: At 12:15 pm two children got off the bus and came into the home increasing the number of children in care from 11 to 13. The home is only licensed to care for 12 children. When asked, the provider stated that the children are usually picked up by their aunt at the end of the driveway but do sometimes have to come in and wait for a few minutes. The children were picked up at 12:16 pm.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that areas and furnishings were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 6 out of 11 children’s rest mats were ripped and had exposed foam. The children were observed sleeping on the mats.”
  5. Jun 21, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-40-A

      “Based on observation and interview, 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 the home. Evidence: At 12:15 pm two children got off the bus and came into the home increasing the number of children in care from 11 to 13. The home is only licensed to care for 12 children. When asked, the provider stated that the children are usually picked up by their aunt at the end of the driveway but do sometimes have to come in and wait for a few minutes. The children were picked up at 12:16 pm.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that areas and furnishings were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 6 out of 11 children’s rest mats were ripped and had exposed foam. The children were observed sleeping on the mats.”
  6. May 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-490

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure indoor slides and climbing equipment over 18 inches high were not over bare floor. Evidence: The indoor double slide climber, was observed on the bare wood floor with children playing on it. The lower platform is approximately 20 inches from the floor and the upper platform is approximately 27 inches from thee floor.”
  7. May 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-490

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure indoor slides and climbing equipment over 18 inches high were not over bare floor. Evidence: The indoor double slide climber, was observed on the bare wood floor with children playing on it. The lower platform is approximately 20 inches from the floor and the upper platform is approximately 27 inches from thee floor.”

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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Questions about Gayle Dunn

Is Gayle Dunn licensed?

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

When was Gayle Dunn last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Gayle Dunn had rules cited by the state?

No. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists no cited rules in its 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 Gayle Dunn care for?

12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Gayle Dunn accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are Gayle Dunn's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Gayle Dunn cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 443-4993 to ask.

What is Gayle Dunn's phone number?

(804) 443-4993.

Where is Gayle Dunn?

Tappahannock, VA 22560. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

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