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JumpStart Creative Child Development Center

3737 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 237073.9· 17 reviews
licensed capacity
106
open each week
5 days

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About JumpStart Creative Child Development Center

JumpStart Creative Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 106 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: six weeks old up to twelve years, eleven months
Ask when you call: rates, current openings and staff-to-child ratio.
Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
106 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Mon–Fri 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Six weeks old up to twelve years, eleven months
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
CurriculumCreative Curriculum and Frog Street Curriculum
StaffCertified Caregivers; CPR & First Aid; Ongoing Dev; Early Childhood Ed
Daily lifeMeals provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsChild Care Network and the State of Virginia childcare subsidies
AccreditationOther accreditation (5-Star Rated (rating body not named))
Licensed capacity106 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

JumpStart Creative Child Development Center has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for JumpStart Creative Child Development Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
106 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1107733
See the state's record

Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 28, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 11 visits · 2 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. May 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 and Staff #2 both have expired tuberculosis screenings”
  5. Apr 14, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 and Staff #2 both have expired tuberculosis screenings”
  6. Dec 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The screening for Staff #1 was dated four months prior to the date of employment.”
  7. Dec 19, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The screening for Staff #1 was dated four months prior to the date of employment.”
  8. May 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. May 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
  1. Nov 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 28, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined that the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center be maintained safe condition. Evidence: 1. In the outdoor playground area, the 4 plastic toy bins, in reach of children, had cracked and broken lids which poses as a pinching hazard to the children in care. 2. Staff #1 confirmed 4 plastic toy bins were cracked and broken. The center responded with the following: Staff #1 will remove the broken toy bin lids today.”
  3. Apr 26, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 8, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (date of hire 7/17/20) has an expiry date of June 2022 for their CPR and First Aid certificate. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that Staff #2 has an expired CPR and First Aid certificate.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined that the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center be maintained safe condition. Evidence: 1. In the 3-5 year old classroom, there are three windows with venetian blinds with the string cord in reach of the children which poses as a potential choking hazard to children. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2 confirmed the venetian blind cords are in reach of children.”
  5. Sep 8, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (date of hire 7/17/20) has an expiry date of June 2022 for their CPR and First Aid certificate. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that Staff #2 has an expired CPR and First Aid certificate.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined that the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center be maintained safe condition. Evidence: 1. In the 3-5 year old classroom, there are three windows with venetian blinds with the string cord in reach of the children which poses as a potential choking hazard to children. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2 confirmed the venetian blind cords are in reach of children.”
  6. May 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the licensee did not ensure that all hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There was a aerosol can of Lysol sitting on top of the shelf by the entry way to the facility. 2. There was a aerosol can of Lysol sitting on the console at the front of each van used for transporting children to and from each school. 3. Staff #5 (Program director) confirmed there were hazardous substances present that were not kept in a locked place.”
  7. May 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the licensee did not ensure that all hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There was a aerosol can of Lysol sitting on top of the shelf by the entry way to the facility. 2. There was a aerosol can of Lysol sitting on the console at the front of each van used for transporting children to and from each school. 3. Staff #5 (Program director) confirmed there were hazardous substances present that were not kept in a locked place.”
  8. Dec 6, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Dec 5, 2021InspectionNo rules cited

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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FAQ

Questions about JumpStart Creative Child Development Center

Is JumpStart Creative Child Development Center licensed?

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

When was JumpStart Creative Child Development Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has JumpStart Creative Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 4 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 JumpStart Creative Child Development Center care for?

106, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does JumpStart Creative Child Development Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are JumpStart Creative Child Development Center's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does JumpStart Creative Child Development Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 393-5902 to ask.

What is JumpStart Creative Child Development Center's phone number?

(757) 393-5902.

Where is JumpStart Creative Child Development Center?

3737 High Street, Portsmouth, VA 23707. The nearest other daycare we list is Gifted Minds Education, 0.6 miles away.

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