Little Bear Daycare & Learning Center
2416 4th Ave. E., Big Stone Gap, VA
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Kids Central, Inc. @ Appalachia Center for Early Learning is a licensed child care center in Appalachia, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 32 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 32 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Kids Central, Inc. @ Appalachia Center for Early Learning has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 3 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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8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as insecticides and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Two cans of wasp spray, with warning labels, "keep out of reach of children," were unlocked on the toddler playground.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“The diapering surface shall be used only for diapering or cleaning children. A pitcher of ice water was on the diapering surface in the toddler/infant room.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that the areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: The black plastic playground boarder is cracked which could entangle clothing or snag skin.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record reviews the center failed to ensure that each child enrolled has documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Evidence: Child's record #5 does not have proof of the child's identity.”
8VAC20-780-260-A
“Based on record reviews the center failed to provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction. Evidence: The most current fire inspection is dated 1/4/2022.”
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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 September 22, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 7 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.
32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (276) 679-0514 to ask.
(276) 679-0514.
717 West Main Street, Appalachia, VA 24216. The nearest other daycare we list is King's Christian Academy, 1.9 miles away.