Lighthouse Worship Center of Gloucester
7613 Hospital Drive, Gloucester, VA
Gloucester Montessori School
- licensed capacity
- 57
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Gloucester Montessori School
Gloucester Montessori School is a licensed child care center in Gloucester, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 57 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, preschool and toddler care.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 15 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 57 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Toddlerhood - 6th grade |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Montessori |
| Enrichment | Music, Physical Education, Foreign Language |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Elementary program 9:1 |
| Staff | Accredited lead teacher and assistant in each classroom |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Assistance it accepts | MCCYN & Child Care Aware of America military fee assistance |
| Discounts | 10% reduction in tuition of second and each additional child |
| Licensed capacity | 57 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Gloucester Montessori School has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Gloucester Montessori School
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 57 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1027399
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 14, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 15 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Background checks 3
- Records and paperwork 2
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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Sep 14, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-60-A
“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 #4, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
8VAC20-780-240-I
“Documentation of orientation training shall be kept by the center as a part of the staff member's record. There was no documentation of orientation training in Staff #2 record.”
- Apr 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 #2, who has been enrolled for three months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The records for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were missing the addresses for emergency contacts. The record for Child #1 was missing the work phone number for one parent and documentation of immunizations. The record for Child #2 was missing the place of employment for one parent and the work phone number for both parents. The record for Child #3 was missing the work phone number for both parents. The record for Child #4 was missing the work phone number for one parent. The record for Child #5 was missing the work phone number for one parent.”
8VAC20-780-240-A
“The Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course shall be completed within 90 calendar days of employment. Staff #1 training was dated six months after date of employment.”
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 #5 TB was dated eight days after the date of employment.”
Nov 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
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 #2, who has been enrolled for three months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The records for Child #1, #2, #3, #4, and #5 were missing the addresses for emergency contacts. The record for Child #1 was missing the work phone number for one parent and documentation of immunizations. The record for Child #2 was missing the place of employment for one parent and the work phone number for both parents. The record for Child #3 was missing the work phone number for both parents. The record for Child #4 was missing the work phone number for one parent. The record for Child #5 was missing the work phone number for one parent.”
8VAC20-780-240-A
“The Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course shall be completed within 90 calendar days of employment. Staff #1 training was dated six months after date of employment.”
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 #5 TB was dated eight days after the date of employment.”
Apr 1, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. There was no list in one of the rooms where there was a child in attendance with a known food sensitivity.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated 21 days after their first day of employment.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Providers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. The criminal background check for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated 9 days after their first day of employment.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Child #3, who had been attending for seven months, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
Apr 1, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. There was no list in one of the rooms where there was a child in attendance with a known food sensitivity.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated 21 days after their first day of employment.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Providers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. The criminal background check for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated 9 days after their first day of employment.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Child #3, who had been attending for seven months, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
- Sep 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Sep 11, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Staff who work directly with children shall annually complete the departments health and safety update course. Staff #2's record did not have documentation of the 2023 training.”
8VAC20-780-245-A
“Staff shall complete a minimum of 16 hours of training annually, appropriate to the age of children in care. Staff #2 had not obtained the 16 required hours in 2023.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The list in Children's House was not dated.”
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 #5 did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state.”
Sep 11, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Staff who work directly with children shall annually complete the departments health and safety update course. Staff #2's record did not have documentation of the 2023 training.”
8VAC20-780-245-A
“Staff shall complete a minimum of 16 hours of training annually, appropriate to the age of children in care. Staff #2 had not obtained the 16 required hours in 2023.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The list in Children's House was not dated.”
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 #5 did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state.”
Jan 3, 2024Visit1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on record review and staff interview the center did not ensure that staff shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up Tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years. Evidence: The director confirmed that the TB screening for Staff #1, dated 9/20/2021, was more than two years old.”
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Jan 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on record review and staff interview the center did not ensure that staff shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up Tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years. Evidence: The director confirmed that the TB screening for Staff #1, dated 9/20/2021, was more than two years old.”
Jan 3, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on record review and staff interview the center did not ensure that staff shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up Tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years. Evidence: The director confirmed that the TB screening for Staff #1, dated 9/20/2021, was more than two years old.”
- Dec 5, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Sep 1, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on record review and staff interview the center did not ensure within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: The director confirmed that Staff #2 (date of hire 8/22/2022) & #3 (date of hire 8/22/2022) had not completed the preservice training.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and staff interview the licensee did not ensure documentation of the Tuberculosis screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The director confirmed Staff #3 (start date 8/22/2022) had no documentation of a tuberculosis screening prior to coming into contact with children.”
Sep 1, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on record review and staff interview the center did not ensure within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: The director confirmed that Staff #2 (date of hire 8/22/2022) & #3 (date of hire 8/22/2022) had not completed the preservice training.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and staff interview the licensee did not ensure documentation of the Tuberculosis screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The director confirmed Staff #3 (start date 8/22/2022) had no documentation of a tuberculosis screening prior to coming into contact with children.”
Apr 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Based on review of staff records, in 1 of 3 records the center did not ensure current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR for staff as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: In Staff#2's record (date of hire: 11/28/22) there was no certification of CPR found. Interview with staff confirmed the certificate was not available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on review of staff record and interview, in 2 of 3 records the center did not ensure to have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: 1. In Staff#1's record (date of hire: 08/22/22) there was no findings found. 2. In Staff#2's record (date of hire: 11/28/22) there was no findings found. 3. Interview with staff confirmed there was no findings for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-2
“Based on review of records and interview, in 1 of 3 records a current certification in first aid for staff was not found. Evidence: In Staff#2's record (date of hire: 11/28/22) there was no current first aid certificate found. Interview with staff confirmed FA certificate was not available during the inspection.”
Apr 20, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Based on review of staff records, in 1 of 3 records the center did not ensure current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation CPR for staff as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: In Staff#2's record (date of hire: 11/28/22) there was no certification of CPR found. Interview with staff confirmed the certificate was not available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on review of staff record and interview, in 2 of 3 records the center did not ensure to have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: 1. In Staff#1's record (date of hire: 08/22/22) there was no findings found. 2. In Staff#2's record (date of hire: 11/28/22) there was no findings found. 3. Interview with staff confirmed there was no findings for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-2
“Based on review of records and interview, in 1 of 3 records a current certification in first aid for staff was not found. Evidence: In Staff#2's record (date of hire: 11/28/22) there was no current first aid certificate found. Interview with staff confirmed FA certificate was not available during the inspection.”
- Feb 6, 2023VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 6, 2023VisitNo rules cited
Sep 19, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
22.1-289.036-B-2
“Based on interview, the center did not ensure to submit and obtain fingerprinting results for all board members/agents. Evidence: Interview with staff confirmed the Office of Background Investigation (OBI) determination letters for all board members were not available for review.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean safe and operable condition. Evidence: During the inspection on September 19, 2022, there was a wooden bench observed with the seat area cracked on the playground area.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure all hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Children's House bathroom areas, there was hand soap observed on the sink with the labels "keep out of reach of children' and "warnings". 2. There were multiple bottles of hand sanitizer with the labels, "keep out of reach of children" and "warnings" on the sink area in the front resting room.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure each child received immunizations required before the child can attend the center. Evidence: In Child#4's record (start date: 8/29/2022), there was no documentation found for immunization. Interview with staff confirmed there was no immunization documentation available for review during the inspection.”
Sep 19, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
22.1-289.036-B-2
“Based on interview, the center did not ensure to submit and obtain fingerprinting results for all board members/agents. Evidence: Interview with staff confirmed the Office of Background Investigation (OBI) determination letters for all board members were not available for review.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean safe and operable condition. Evidence: During the inspection on September 19, 2022, there was a wooden bench observed with the seat area cracked on the playground area.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure all hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Children's House bathroom areas, there was hand soap observed on the sink with the labels "keep out of reach of children' and "warnings". 2. There were multiple bottles of hand sanitizer with the labels, "keep out of reach of children" and "warnings" on the sink area in the front resting room.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure each child received immunizations required before the child can attend the center. Evidence: In Child#4's record (start date: 8/29/2022), there was no documentation found for immunization. Interview with staff confirmed there was no immunization documentation available for review during the inspection.”
Jun 2, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
22VAC40-185-280-B
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Toddler's House room, there were two bottles of water conditioner on the window sill with the labels "keep out of reach of children" and "caution".”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain in 2 of 3 records all information for children's record. Evidence: In Child#2's record (start date:02/01/22) and Child#3's record (start date: 01/26/21), there was no documentation of viewing proof of child's identity and age. Interview with staff confirmed there was no documentation available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure in 1 of 3 records to obtain documentation for physical examination. Evidence: In Child's#2's record (start date 2/01/22) there was no documentation of a physical examination found. Interview with staff confirmed the physical examination documentation was not available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of children's records and interview, the center did not ensure in 2 of 3 records to obtain documentation of immunizations before the child can attend the center. Evidence: In Child# 2's record (start date 02/01/22) and Child#3's record (start date 1/26/21), there was no immunization documentation found. Interview with staff confirmed the documentation for each child was not available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-550-G
“Based on interview, the center did not ensure to maintain documentation of emergency evacuations. Evidence: Interview with staff confirmed there was no documentation of monthly emergency drills available for review during the inspection.”
Jun 2, 2022Inspection5 rules cited
22VAC40-185-280-B
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure hazardous substances are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Toddler's House room, there were two bottles of water conditioner on the window sill with the labels "keep out of reach of children" and "caution".”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain in 2 of 3 records all information for children's record. Evidence: In Child#2's record (start date:02/01/22) and Child#3's record (start date: 01/26/21), there was no documentation of viewing proof of child's identity and age. Interview with staff confirmed there was no documentation available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on review of children's record and interview, the center did not ensure in 1 of 3 records to obtain documentation for physical examination. Evidence: In Child's#2's record (start date 2/01/22) there was no documentation of a physical examination found. Interview with staff confirmed the physical examination documentation was not available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of children's records and interview, the center did not ensure in 2 of 3 records to obtain documentation of immunizations before the child can attend the center. Evidence: In Child# 2's record (start date 02/01/22) and Child#3's record (start date 1/26/21), there was no immunization documentation found. Interview with staff confirmed the documentation for each child was not available for review during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-550-G
“Based on interview, the center did not ensure to maintain documentation of emergency evacuations. Evidence: Interview with staff confirmed there was no documentation of monthly emergency drills available for review during the inspection.”
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FAQ
Questions about Gloucester Montessori School
Is Gloucester Montessori School licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Gloucester Montessori School last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 14, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Gloucester Montessori School had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 15 rules across 10 of 13 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 Gloucester Montessori School care for?
57, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Gloucester Montessori School accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Gloucester Montessori School's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Gloucester Montessori School cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 699-3020 to ask.
What is Gloucester Montessori School's phone number?
(804) 699-3020.
Where is Gloucester Montessori School?
8381 George Washington Memorial Hwy, Gloucester, VA 23061. The nearest other daycare we list is Lighthouse Worship Center of Gloucester, 0.2 miles away.