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Herndon, VA 20170 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Karin Zacharias is a licensed home daycare in Herndon, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Karin Zacharias has not listed its tuition.
State record
8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 14, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 5 of 8 visits · 9 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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8VAC20-800-280
“Potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents and disinfectants shall be stored in areas inaccessible to children. A spray bottle labeled 'clorox' was observed in a low, unlocked cabinet in the childrens bathroom.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records shall contain all required information. The record for child #7 (enrolled 1 day) did not contain the parents work contact information, two emergency contacts, documentation that the family has received the family day home policies or documentation that the family has received the providers insurance declaration.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records shall contain all required information. The record for child #7 (enrolled 1 day) did not contain the parents work contact information, two emergency contacts, documentation that the family has received the family day home policies or documentation that the family has received the providers insurance declaration.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“Based on interview, the provider did not maintain a record at the family day home for each child. Evidence: The provider stated that they did not have a record for child #5.”
8VAC20-800-530-A
“Based on observation, rest mats did not consist of a top and bottom cover when being used by napping children. Evidence: Five out of five children observed napping did not have a bottom linen on their rest mats.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Based on interview, the family day home does not keep a written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: The provider could not produce documentation of daily attendance.”
22.1-289.011-F
“Based on observation, documents required by the Superintendent were not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: 1. The providers most recent inspection was not posted at the family day home. 2. The providers license was not posted at the family day home.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Repeat Violation. Based on record review, the family day home did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations for each child under the age of two years. Evidence: Child #10 (22 months) most recent documented immunizations are dated 4/18/2023.”
8VAC20-800-480-D
“Based on observation, equipment used by children was not used in accordance with the manufacturers instructions. Evidence: At the start of the inspection there was a one year old child observed sitting in a bouncy seat on the floor. The child was not buckled into the chair.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Repeat Violation Based on observation, children under two years of age had access to stairs. Evidence: There is a downward staircase that the children have access to where the program takes place. There is a gate at the top of the stairs, however the gate is only secured on one side and swings open without a hook, latch or lock. There was a one year old observed in care today.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Based on observation, children under two years of age had access to stairs. Evidence: There is a downward staircase that the children have access to where the program takes place. There is a gate at the top of the stairs, however the gate is only secured on one side and swings open without a hook, latch or lock. There were two children observed today under the age of two.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Based on record review, the family day home shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations for each child under the age of two years. Evidence: Child #3 (17 months) most recent documented immunizations are dated 9/7/2022.”
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation, protective covers were not installed on all unused electrical outlets. Evidence: There was an unused outlet without a protective cover observed above the sink in the children's bathroom.”
8VAC20-800-430-C
“Based on observations, it was determined that the children have access to stairs with three or more risers without a protective barrier. Evidence: The backyard deck has an attached set of steps with five risers. There is no gate installed at these stairs.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on a review of children's records, it was determined that one record does not contain all required information. Evidence: Child record A does not include the name of the child's medical insurance.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on a review of emergency drill documentation, it was determined that the provider did not practice a monthly emergency evacuation drill. Evidence: The provider did not conduct a fire drill during the month of July, 2022.”
8VAC20-800-430-C
“Based on observations, it was determined that the children have access to stairs with three or more risers without a protective barrier. Evidence: The backyard deck has an attached set of steps with five risers. There is no gate installed at these stairs.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on a review of children's records, it was determined that one record does not contain all required information. Evidence: Child record A does not include the name of the child's medical insurance.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on a review of emergency drill documentation, it was determined that the provider did not practice a monthly emergency evacuation drill. Evidence: The provider did not conduct a fire drill during the month of July, 2022.”
22VAC40-111-240-A Complaint related: No
“Based on virtual observations, it was determined that areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, have not been maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: The Inspector observed the following safety issues in the backyard play area: 1 - The children's picnic table has several areas of peeling paint. 2 - There is a wooden barrier surrounding the mulch bed of the playground space. The height of this barrier, and the space between the barrier and the flat ground, are such that they have created a tripping hazard for the children. 3 - Along two sides of the concrete patio, the edge of the patio is approximately the height of a street curb. Because the children play and run in this area, the height of the patio edge has created a tripping hazard for the children and a hazard that the children could fall and hit their head.”
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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 April 14, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 5 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.
12, 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, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 869-4931 to ask.
(703) 869-4931.
Herndon, VA 20170. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.