Ballad Health Center for Early Learning - Abingdon
300 Towne Centre Drive, Abingdon, VA
Kiddie Care College
- licensed capacity
- 77
- open each week
- 5 days
- daily, posted tuition
- $30
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About
About Kiddie Care College
Kiddie Care College is a licensed child care center in Abingdon, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 77 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and part-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists daily tuition of $30.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyPosts tuition
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
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 77 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 77 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kiddie Care College lists daily tuition of $30.
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Part Time Additional Day | $30 |
| Summer program registration | $15 |
| registration fee due the first day of enrollment and due annually | $35 |
1 posted price. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Kiddie Care College
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 77 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #302598
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 9 of 10 visits · 8 rules in all
- Background checks 5
- Records and paperwork 1
- Staff training and qualifications 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 1
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 18 visits
Jun 16, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-A
“The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check and sworn disclosure statement for staff #3 was overdue by six months.”
- Dec 4, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-70
“Documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position. Information about any health problems that may interfere with fulfilling the job responsibilities are to be kept at the center. Staff #1 has been actively working at the center the past two months, did not have documentation of a diploma or transcript on file. Staff #1 also did not have information about any health problems that may interfere with job duties on file.”
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 #1, employed for two months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check or out of state sex offender request from one state.”
Jun 3, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-70
“Documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position. Information about any health problems that may interfere with fulfilling the job responsibilities are to be kept at the center. Staff #1 has been actively working at the center the past two months, did not have documentation of a diploma or transcript on file. Staff #1 also did not have information about any health problems that may interfere with job duties on file.”
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 #1, employed for two months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check or out of state sex offender request from one state.”
Dec 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-240-A
“Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire. Staff #3 completed the course six months late.”
Dec 18, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-240-A
“Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire. Staff #3 completed the course six months late.”
May 29, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure that staff submit to fingerprinting prior to the first day of employment or service. Evidence: Staff #1 (hire date 4/15/24) does not have a fingerprint based background check prior to the first day of employment.”
8VAC20-770-60-B
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure an employee of a licensed child day program must not be employed or provide volunteer service until the agency or home has the person's completed sworn statement or affirmation. Evidence: Staff #1 (hire date 4/15/24) does not have a current sworn statement or affirmation on file.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure that staff have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: Staff #1 (hire date 4/15/24) does not have a current central registry finding within 30 days of employment.”
May 29, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure that staff submit to fingerprinting prior to the first day of employment or service. Evidence: Staff #1 (hire date 4/15/24) does not have a fingerprint based background check prior to the first day of employment.”
8VAC20-770-60-B
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure an employee of a licensed child day program must not be employed or provide volunteer service until the agency or home has the person's completed sworn statement or affirmation. Evidence: Staff #1 (hire date 4/15/24) does not have a current sworn statement or affirmation on file.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure that staff have a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: Staff #1 (hire date 4/15/24) does not have a current central registry finding within 30 days of employment.”
Dec 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) Based on observation the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; and protruding nails, bolts or other components that could entangle clothing or snag skin. Evidence: The large wooden climbing equipment on the playground has areas that are splintering and nails that are protruding.”
Dec 14, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) Based on observation the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; and protruding nails, bolts or other components that could entangle clothing or snag skin. Evidence: The large wooden climbing equipment on the playground has areas that are splintering and nails that are protruding.”
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May 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99. Evidence: The small wooden climbing/swing playground equipment has approximately one inch of resilient surfacing under the swings.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood. Evidence: The large wooden climbing playground equipment has areas that are splintering.”
May 23, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99. Evidence: The small wooden climbing/swing playground equipment has approximately one inch of resilient surfacing under the swings.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood. Evidence: The large wooden climbing playground equipment has areas that are splintering.”
- Dec 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 8, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kiddie Care College
Is Kiddie Care College licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kiddie Care College last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kiddie Care College had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 9 of 10 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 Kiddie Care College care for?
77, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Kiddie Care College accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Kiddie Care College's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kiddie Care College cost?
Daily tuition of $30, as it lists it.
What is Kiddie Care College's phone number?
(276) 628-1288.
Where is Kiddie Care College?
992 Beverly Drive, Abingdon, VA 24210. The nearest other daycare we list is Abingdon Church of Christ, 1 miles away.