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Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)

122 Old Potomac Church Road, Stafford, VA 225544.0· 36 reviews
licensed capacity
162
open each week
5 days

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About Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)

Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) is a licensed child care center in Stafford, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 162 children, serving school-age children.

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

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 3 weeks - 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
162 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6am - 6pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 weeks - 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachMontessori
EnrichmentSTEM, Spanish, service-learning (Junior Kindergarten)
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetySecured Keypad Entry System, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (Transportation to and from Area Public Schools)
Licensed capacity162 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
162 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#ID47925
See the state's record

Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 14 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Supervision and ratios 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 25 visits
  1. May 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Mar 12, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. Jan 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  4. Dec 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-4

      “The required ratio for children ages 3 years old to school age is one staff per 10 children. There was one staff present with 12 children ages 3 and 4 years old.”
  5. Dec 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-4

      “The required ratio for children ages 3 years old to school age is one staff per 10 children. There was one staff present with 12 children ages 3 and 4 years old.”
  6. Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jun 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Sep 26, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. May 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “Based on staff interview, the facility failed to inform all staff who work with children of (all) children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. Evidence: when asked, not all staff could state the children in the classroom with allergies, sensitivities and/or dietary restrictions.”
Show 15 earlier visits
  1. May 16, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “Based on staff interview, the facility failed to inform all staff who work with children of (all) children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. Evidence: when asked, not all staff could state the children in the classroom with allergies, sensitivities and/or dietary restrictions.”
  2. Jan 10, 2024Visit2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, not all handwashing procedures were followed, as required. Evidence: 1) an infant was observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed with soap and water afterwards; 2) In the preschool A classroom two children were observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed afterwards; 3) Staff in the preschool A classroom did not wash their hands before and after diapering two children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering procedures were followed as required. Evidence: Two children were observed during a diaper change, and staff in the preschool A classroom did not clean and sanitize the diapering surface after each use.”
  3. Jan 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, not all handwashing procedures were followed, as required. Evidence: 1) an infant was observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed with soap and water afterwards; 2) In the preschool A classroom two children were observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed afterwards; 3) Staff in the preschool A classroom did not wash their hands before and after diapering two children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering procedures were followed as required. Evidence: Two children were observed during a diaper change, and staff in the preschool A classroom did not clean and sanitize the diapering surface after each use.”
  4. Jan 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, not all handwashing procedures were followed, as required. Evidence: 1) an infant was observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed with soap and water afterwards; 2) In the preschool A classroom two children were observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed afterwards; 3) Staff in the preschool A classroom did not wash their hands before and after diapering two children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, not all diapering procedures were followed as required. Evidence: Two children were observed during a diaper change, and staff in the preschool A classroom did not clean and sanitize the diapering surface after each use.”
  5. May 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. May 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Apr 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  8. Jan 11, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  9. Dec 9, 2022Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1 Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on multiple interviews, and a review of a photo, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that when an infant is placed in his crib to sleep, he shall always be placed on his back. Evidence: infant #1 (age three months) was observed (in a photo) sleeping in a crib on their tummy on 11/29/2022 between approximately 10-10:30 am. Staff interviews revealed that they put infant #1 to sleep on their tummy because they sleep better that way. Staff stated that infant #1 is unable to roll over from back to tummy or tummy to back. It was determined that infant #1 was also placed to sleep on their tummy on 11/21/2022 between approximately 1:30 - 2:30 pm.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews with staff, posted procedures in the classroom and review of the center’s procedures for safe sleeping practices and sudden infant death syndrome awareness, the facility failed to follow the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards. Evidence: The center’s safe sleep policy, states that "Start by always placing babies on their backs to sleep." Staff admitted that infant #1 (age three months) was placed on their tummy to sleep on more than one occasion. Staff stated that they were aware of the center's safe sleep policy to always lay babies down to sleep on their back in the crib.”
  10. Oct 12, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on review of documentation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: There was no allergy list in the three's classroom and the list in the toddler's class was dated August, 2022 though a more current list was dated October, 2022.”
  11. Oct 12, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on review of documentation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: There was no allergy list in the three's classroom and the list in the toddler's class was dated August, 2022 though a more current list was dated October, 2022.”
  12. Jul 18, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that all handwashing procedures were followed as required. Evidence: In the infant room, staff changed a baby's diaper and set them on the floor to play, without washing the child's hands afterwards. In the PreK/JK room, not all children washed their hands after eating lunch.”
  13. Jul 18, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that all handwashing procedures were followed as required. Evidence: In the infant room, staff changed a baby's diaper and set them on the floor to play, without washing the child's hands afterwards. In the PreK/JK room, not all children washed their hands after eating lunch.”
  14. Jun 1, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  15. Apr 21, 2022InspectionNo 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 Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)

Is Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) licensed?

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

When was Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 7 of 14 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 Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) care for?

162, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)'s hours?

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

How much does Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78) cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 754-2205 to ask.

What is Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)'s phone number?

(703) 754-2205.

Where is Learning Paths Academy at South Campus (#78)?

122 Old Potomac Church Road, Stafford, VA 22554. The nearest other daycare we list is YMCA SACC at Stafford Elementary School, 0.8 miles away.

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