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Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare

15154 Carrollton Boulevard, Carrollton, VA 233144.1· 49 reviews
licensed capacity
67
open each week
5 days

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About Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare

Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare is a licensed child care center in Carrollton, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 67 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
67 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity67 childrenFrom the state license
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Inspection reports for Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
67 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1108323
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Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 12, 2026: 9 rules cited

Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 32 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 7
  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Building, equipment and play areas 7
  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Background checks 1
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. May 12, 2026Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “(Repeat violation) Staff who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. Staff #1 and Staff #2 did not complete the department's health and safety update course in 2025.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat violation) Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #1, enrolled for two years, was missing the following required components: mother's employment phone number and two emergency contacts. The record for Child #2, present on this date, was missing start date of attendance and father's employment information. The record for Child #3, enrolled for a month, was missing parents' employment phone numbers, a second emergency contact other than a parent, and emergency contact address. The record for Child #4, enrolled for seven months, was missing emergency contact addresses. The record for Child #5, enrolled for a year, was missing father's home and employment information and a second emergency contact.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Children were observed in three separate classrooms. The attendance for each group was not accurate with the names of the children present in that room.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Each restroom shall have toilets that are flushable. The toilet in the preschool restroom is not operable.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus must have appropriate fall zones with required mulch depth that encompass sufficient area to include the child's trajectory in the event of a fall. The mulch depth around the perimeter of the merry go round measured 2" when there should be at least 6" depth. The mulch depth around the perimeter of the teeter totter measured 4" when there should be at least 6" depth.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-C

      “(Repeat violation) On outside play areas, ground supports on play equipment shall be covered with materials that protect children. The ground supports on the merry go round are not covered and pose a risk to children.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-F

      “Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. A lockdown drill was not conducted in 2025.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Within 90 days of employment, all staff are to have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #4 is not currently certified in CPR.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Within 90 days of employment, all staff are to have current first aid certification. Staff #4 is not currently certified in first aid.”
  2. Oct 14, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “(Repeat violation) Staff are required to complete the department's health and safety update course annually. Staff #3 is overdue by a month in completing the training.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-G

      “If hazardous substances are not kept in the original containers, the substitute containers must clearly indicate their contents. Multiple bottles with a blue liquid were stored in classrooms labeled "Blue Water". Staff stated it is a sanitizing solution.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #3 updated screening was due two months ago.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was peeling paint on the railings of three cribs in the infant room.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances must be in a locked place that prevents access by children. In the toddler room bathroom, sanitizing solution was stored on the paper towel dispenser. In the 3's - 5's classroom, there was sanitizing solution and disinfectant wipes stored in an unlocked cabinet. The chemicals were out of reach of children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat violation) Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #1, enrolled for more than a year, was missing the following components: second emergency contact other than parent, documentation of viewing proof of child's identity and a physical examination. The record for Child #2, enrolled for seven months, was missing the following components: father's home address and phone number and second emergency contact. The record for Child #4, enrolled for more than a year, was missing two individuals listed as an emergency contact. The record for Child #5, enrolled for more than a year, was missing emergency contact addresses.”
    • Background checks

      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 #4, employed for more seven weeks, did not have documentation of requesting a criminal history check, central registry check and sex offender search from one state.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-770-70-A

      “(Repeat violation) Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each staff that contains all of the required information. The record for Staff #4, who has been working for seven weeks, was missing the following required components: emergency contact information and two reference checks.”
  3. Oct 14, 2025Inspection8 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “(Repeat violation) Staff are required to complete the department's health and safety update course annually. Staff #3 is overdue by a month in completing the training.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-G

      “If hazardous substances are not kept in the original containers, the substitute containers must clearly indicate their contents. Multiple bottles with a blue liquid were stored in classrooms labeled "Blue Water". Staff stated it is a sanitizing solution.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #3 updated screening was due two months ago.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was peeling paint on the railings of three cribs in the infant room.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances must be in a locked place that prevents access by children. In the toddler room bathroom, sanitizing solution was stored on the paper towel dispenser. In the 3's - 5's classroom, there was sanitizing solution and disinfectant wipes stored in an unlocked cabinet. The chemicals were out of reach of children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat violation) Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #1, enrolled for more than a year, was missing the following components: second emergency contact other than parent, documentation of viewing proof of child's identity and a physical examination. The record for Child #2, enrolled for seven months, was missing the following components: father's home address and phone number and second emergency contact. The record for Child #4, enrolled for more than a year, was missing two individuals listed as an emergency contact. The record for Child #5, enrolled for more than a year, was missing emergency contact addresses.”
    • Background checks

      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 #4, employed for more seven weeks, did not have documentation of requesting a criminal history check, central registry check and sex offender search from one state.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-770-70-A

      “(Repeat violation) Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each staff that contains all of the required information. The record for Staff #4, who has been working for seven weeks, was missing the following required components: emergency contact information and two reference checks.”
  4. May 7, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall annually take the departments health and safety update course. Staff # 5 did not have documentation of taking the annual update course in 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #1, enrolled for more than a year, was missing information for two emergency contacts. The record for Child #2, enrolled for seven months, was missing information for one emergency contact, and documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. The record for Child #3, enrolled for five months, was missing work phone number and place of employment for one parent, and required written agreements between the parent and the center.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of Child #2, who had been enrolled for seven months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Immunization records and physical examinations are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for Child #3 was not signed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-770-70-A

      “Staff records shall be kept for each staff person and shall contain all required information. The record for Staff #3, employed for over a week, was missing a telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency and documentation, prior to hiring, of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-C

      “On play areas, ground supports shall be covered with materials that protect children from injury. The ground supports under the school bus and 4 seater spring rocker were exposed and not covered by mulch.”
    • Food and nutrition

      22.1-289.057-A

      “The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
  5. May 7, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall annually take the departments health and safety update course. Staff # 5 did not have documentation of taking the annual update course in 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #1, enrolled for more than a year, was missing information for two emergency contacts. The record for Child #2, enrolled for seven months, was missing information for one emergency contact, and documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. The record for Child #3, enrolled for five months, was missing work phone number and place of employment for one parent, and required written agreements between the parent and the center.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of Child #2, who had been enrolled for seven months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Immunization records and physical examinations are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for Child #3 was not signed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-770-70-A

      “Staff records shall be kept for each staff person and shall contain all required information. The record for Staff #3, employed for over a week, was missing a telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency and documentation, prior to hiring, of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-C

      “On play areas, ground supports shall be covered with materials that protect children from injury. The ground supports under the school bus and 4 seater spring rocker were exposed and not covered by mulch.”
    • Food and nutrition

      22.1-289.057-A

      “The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
  6. May 7, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall annually take the departments health and safety update course. Staff # 5 did not have documentation of taking the annual update course in 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #1, enrolled for more than a year, was missing information for two emergency contacts. The record for Child #2, enrolled for seven months, was missing information for one emergency contact, and documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. The record for Child #3, enrolled for five months, was missing work phone number and place of employment for one parent, and required written agreements between the parent and the center.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of Child #2, who had been enrolled for seven months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Immunization records and physical examinations are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for Child #3 was not signed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-770-70-A

      “Staff records shall be kept for each staff person and shall contain all required information. The record for Staff #3, employed for over a week, was missing a telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency and documentation, prior to hiring, of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-C

      “On play areas, ground supports shall be covered with materials that protect children from injury. The ground supports under the school bus and 4 seater spring rocker were exposed and not covered by mulch.”
    • Food and nutrition

      22.1-289.057-A

      “The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
  7. Nov 4, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff records are to have documentation of an emergency contact. Staff #1, who has been actively working at the center for over a week, did not have any completed reference checks or emergency contact on file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “(Repeat violation) Immunization records and physical examinations are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for Child #1 was not signed. The physical examination for Child #2 was not signed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-C

      “On play areas, ground supports shall be covered with materials that protect children from injury. The ground supports under the school bus and 4 seater spring rocker were exposed and not covered by mulch.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The records for Child #1, and Child #4, each enrolled for over a year, were missing information for two emergency contacts.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of child #5, who had been enrolled for five weeks.”
  8. Nov 4, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff records are to have documentation of an emergency contact. Staff #1, who has been actively working at the center for over a week, did not have any completed reference checks or emergency contact on file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “(Repeat violation) Immunization records and physical examinations are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for Child #1 was not signed. The physical examination for Child #2 was not signed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-C

      “On play areas, ground supports shall be covered with materials that protect children from injury. The ground supports under the school bus and 4 seater spring rocker were exposed and not covered by mulch.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The records for Child #1, and Child #4, each enrolled for over a year, were missing information for two emergency contacts.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the record of child #5, who had been enrolled for five weeks.”
  9. May 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Based on record review, the licensee did not ensure that enrolled children's required physicals and immunization reports are always signed or stamped by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department. Evidence: Five children's records were reviewed. The record for child #1 contained an immunization record which was not signed (or stamped) by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department. The record for child #2 contained the results of a physical examination which were not signed (or stamped) by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not 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. Evidence: A blue two-seat plastic rocker was located on the playground without resilient surfacing in the fall zone / under and around it. The rocker seats were approximately 12 inches from ground level.”
  10. May 8, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Based on record review, the licensee did not ensure that enrolled children's required physicals and immunization reports are always signed or stamped by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department. Evidence: Five children's records were reviewed. The record for child #1 contained an immunization record which was not signed (or stamped) by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department. The record for child #2 contained the results of a physical examination which were not signed (or stamped) by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not 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. Evidence: A blue two-seat plastic rocker was located on the playground without resilient surfacing in the fall zone / under and around it. The rocker seats were approximately 12 inches from ground level.”
Show 17 earlier visits
  1. Nov 8, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “**** REPEAT VIOLATION**** Based on observation and interview. the licensee did not ensure that documents required by the Superintendent were posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued violation notice from the previous inspection was not posted conspicuously in the center. The violation notice was located under the Summary page of the Inspection Report and the entire Inspection Report was closed behind a glass display window. The violation notice was not visible. Staff confirmed during the inspection that the violation notice was not visible at the time of the inspection.”
  2. Aug 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “*** REPEAT VIOLATION *** Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #5 (employed 8/25/2023) whose sworn disclosure statement documented that staff #5 resided in the states of South Carolina and Texas in the previous 5 years, did not contain the results of a Criminal Record Check for the States of South Carolina and Texas. Staff #5 was working in ratio with children on 8/28/2023 during the inspection. The program director confirmed that she was unable to locate the South Carolina or the Texas Criminal Record Checks or a copy of the criminal record Check requests for staff #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always keep a staff record containing all of the required documentation for each staff person. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #4 (employed 8/15/2023) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. The record for staff #5 contained a written statement next to the listed reference names that they were "verified" but did not include the following required information: Dates of contact; Results; and Signature of person making the call. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in the records for staff #4 and #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not ensure that documents required by the Superintendent were posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued violation notice from the previous inspection was not posted conspicuously in the center. The program director confirmed that the violation notice was not posted at the time of the inspection.”
  3. Aug 28, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “*** REPEAT VIOLATION *** Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #5 (employed 8/25/2023) whose sworn disclosure statement documented that staff #5 resided in the states of South Carolina and Texas in the previous 5 years, did not contain the results of a Criminal Record Check for the States of South Carolina and Texas. Staff #5 was working in ratio with children on 8/28/2023 during the inspection. The program director confirmed that she was unable to locate the South Carolina or the Texas Criminal Record Checks or a copy of the criminal record Check requests for staff #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always keep a staff record containing all of the required documentation for each staff person. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #4 (employed 8/15/2023) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. The record for staff #5 contained a written statement next to the listed reference names that they were "verified" but did not include the following required information: Dates of contact; Results; and Signature of person making the call. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in the records for staff #4 and #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not ensure that documents required by the Superintendent were posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued violation notice from the previous inspection was not posted conspicuously in the center. The program director confirmed that the violation notice was not posted at the time of the inspection.”
  4. Aug 28, 2023Visit3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “*** REPEAT VIOLATION *** Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #5 (employed 8/25/2023) whose sworn disclosure statement documented that staff #5 resided in the states of South Carolina and Texas in the previous 5 years, did not contain the results of a Criminal Record Check for the States of South Carolina and Texas. Staff #5 was working in ratio with children on 8/28/2023 during the inspection. The program director confirmed that she was unable to locate the South Carolina or the Texas Criminal Record Checks or a copy of the criminal record Check requests for staff #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always keep a staff record containing all of the required documentation for each staff person. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #4 (employed 8/15/2023) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. The record for staff #5 contained a written statement next to the listed reference names that they were "verified" but did not include the following required information: Dates of contact; Results; and Signature of person making the call. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in the records for staff #4 and #5.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not ensure that documents required by the Superintendent were posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued violation notice from the previous inspection was not posted conspicuously in the center. The program director confirmed that the violation notice was not posted at the time of the inspection.”
  5. Jun 16, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “***REPEAT VIOLATION*** Based on interviews and a review of written policies and procedures, the licensee did not always ensure that the center's activities, services, and facilities were maintained in compliance with the Standards for Licensed Child Day Centers and the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards. Evidence: 1. On the afternoon of 6/14/2023, 2 two-year old children were left alone and unsupervised on the playground when staff failed to follow the center’s own written playground safety polices. 2. The center’s written ?SOP for Outside Play? states that ?Staff must complete a name to face every 15 minutes during outside play. Staff must check off children and write the time on the name to face sheet?. 3. When asked if a ?name to face? check was conducted using the written list of children’s names to confirm that all the children were accounted for, staff #1, staff #2 and staff #3 confirmed that they did not call individual children’s names from their name to face sheet and that they did not use that list to look for each individual child. Each of the three staff confirmed that they only counted the total number of children present on the playground and again as they entered the building. 4. The program’s written playground plan states that ?Staff must ensure that any children that join their group are added to the name to face sheet and to their classroom app at all times?. a. Two of the 3 staff caring for child #1 and child #2 on the afternoon of 6/14/2023 recalled that 6 children from their group were taken to the ?pre-tod’s? classroom. The third staff recalled that 2 or 3 children went to the ?pre-tod’s? classroom. b. The ?pre-tod’s name to face sheet did not contain the names of any of the children brought to this room on the afternoon of 6/14/2023, nor did the two and three year old name to face sheets reflect that some children left this group and went to the Pre-tods? classroom on 6/14/2023. c. The final remaining staff present on 6/14/2023 in the front room, where child #1 and child #2 are normally cared for in the afternoon, stated ?I did not know the children were missing until their parents arrived - I thought they were in Tod’s?. 5. The program’s written playground plan states that "There is to be no more than 1 class on the playground? at a time?? Interviews with staff #1, staff #2, and staff #3 confirm that the two-year-old group and the 3- to 4-year-old group were both outside on the large playground at the same time on the afternoon of 6/14/2023. 6. Administrative Staff #5 stated that Staff #1 and Staff #2 ?broke policy?they combined classes and went outside. We do not allow 2 classes on the playground at one time. They did not keep track of these two [children]. They did not complete the required record keeping and they did not follow sight and sound supervision.?”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-F

      “Based on interviews and a review of policies, the center did not implement their own required written policy and procedure that describes how the center will ensure that each group of children receives care by consistent staff or team of staff members. Evidence: 1. The program’s written ?Consistency / Continuity Plan? says ?Upon hire, staff will be assigned to a classroom/team?. This will foster consistency in care and the development of teacher/student bonds and strengthen staff/parent relations.? 2. Administrative staff #5 stated that ?Staff cannot switch classes at will. [Staff #3] was assigned to class 1, [Staff #1] to class 2, [Staff #2] to class 4 and [ staff #4] to class 5. After I left for the day, [staff #2], [staff #3] and [staff #1] changed classrooms without permission.? 3. On the afternoon of 6/14/2023, The two-year old class and the three and four-year-old combined class were on the playground together with 2 staff, beginning at approximately 3:50 or 4:00 pm. 4. During a period of approximately 1 hour and 10 minutes to 1 hour and 30 minutes, while this combined group of children was outdoors, four different staff (Staff #1, #2, #3, & #5) were supervising the children in varied combinations, at various times. 5. Children were repeatedly cared for by different staff and placed in the care of staff in different rooms throughout the afternoon on 6/14/2023 and not cared by consistent staff or team of staff members as the center policy stipulates.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “Based on interviews and a review of documentation, staff did not always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of the children they were supervising. Evidence: 1. On 6/14/2023 at between approximately 3:40 to 3:50 p.m., staff #1 and staff #2 took a group of children, ages 2 to 4 years old, out to the large playground and brought the group of children back inside of the facility at approximately 4:05 or 4:10 p.m. 2. Between approximately 4:58 and 5:07, 2 two-year-old children (child #1 and child #2) were discovered unsupervised on the playground. According to statements given by staff #1, staff #2, staff #3 and parent #1 and parent #2, child #1 and child #2 were outside for an approximate total of between 1 hour, 8 minutes and 1 hour 27 minutes and the portion of that time that they were outside unsupervised was approximately 40 to 60 minutes.\ 3. Parent #2 stated that child #1 and child #2 ran to her when she entered the large playground and that both children appeared to have been crying. Parent #2 described the children as ?dirty, with sand all over them?, and stated that their faces were? red and flushed?. 4. Parent #1 stated that when the children entered the facility with parent #2 they were ?really hot to the touch? and ?red faced?. Parent #1 stated that child #1?s diaper was ?full of poop?. 5. The Emergency Medical Treatment responders, who arrived following a report that the children were missing, advised parent #1 and parent #2 to give the children fluids as soon as possible. Parent #2 stated that her child was ?super thirsty? and ?drank a lot?. 6. According to Weather Underground, the outdoor temperature ranged from 81 to 82 degrees on the afternoon of 6/14/2023 during the time that child #1 and child #2 were on the playground.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on interviews and a review of documentation, children under 10 years of age were not always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1. On 6/14/2023, between approximately 4:05 to 4:10 p.m. a group of children, ages 2 to 4 years, old and 2 staff left the large playground and entered the facility. 2. Parent #1 and Parent #2 arrived at the center and logged their children out on the computer at 4:43 p.m. (child #2) and at 4:47 pm. (child #1). 3. Parent #1 and parent #2 walked to the front classroom to retrieve their children and were told by staff #2 that child #1 and child #2 were in the back classroom. When parent #1 and parent #2 walked to the back classroom they were told by staff # 1 that child # 1 and child #2 were not there. 4. After searching the facility and calling their children’s names for approximately 15 to 20 minutes parent #2 went outside to the large playground and discovered child #1 and child #2 alone and unsupervised in the larger of the two fenced play areas. 5. The 2 two-year-old children had been alone and unsupervised on the playground for approximately 40 to 60 minutes.”
  6. Jun 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on documentation and interviews, staff did not always ensure that children are cleaned and changed immediately when their clothes or diaper are wet or soiled. Evidence: The digital program that staff utilize for documenting children's feedings, diaper changes, activities and important information throughout the day showed that:on 5/23/2023, child #1 arrived at the center at 8:50 a.m. Child #1's wet diaper was changed at 9:50 and again at 11:50. Child #1 had a bottle, took a nap and had an afternoon snack between 1:15 p.m. and 3:46 pm and at 4:48 child #1 was signed out and left the center for the day. Nearly 5 hours had passed since child #1's diaper had been changed when she was picked up from care. Child #1's diaper was reportedly very wet at the time that she left the center to go home.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews, the licensee did not always ensure that areas and equipment, inside and outside, are always maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: Seven staff were interviewed regarding a concern about cleanliness resulting from the toilet not being flushed after each use by children. Two staff stated that they did not always flush the toilet between uses when assisting several young children toileting in succession, as long as the children only urinated. An additional staff acknowledged an awareness that another staff utilizes that practice.”
  7. Jun 2, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on documentation and interviews, staff did not always ensure that children are cleaned and changed immediately when their clothes or diaper are wet or soiled. Evidence: The digital program that staff utilize for documenting children's feedings, diaper changes, activities and important information throughout the day showed that:on 5/23/2023, child #1 arrived at the center at 8:50 a.m. Child #1's wet diaper was changed at 9:50 and again at 11:50. Child #1 had a bottle, took a nap and had an afternoon snack between 1:15 p.m. and 3:46 pm and at 4:48 child #1 was signed out and left the center for the day. Nearly 5 hours had passed since child #1's diaper had been changed when she was picked up from care. Child #1's diaper was reportedly very wet at the time that she left the center to go home.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews, the licensee did not always ensure that areas and equipment, inside and outside, are always maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: Seven staff were interviewed regarding a concern about cleanliness resulting from the toilet not being flushed after each use by children. Two staff stated that they did not always flush the toilet between uses when assisting several young children toileting in succession, as long as the children only urinated. An additional staff acknowledged an awareness that another staff utilizes that practice.”
  8. Jun 2, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on documentation and interviews, staff did not always ensure that children are cleaned and changed immediately when their clothes or diaper are wet or soiled. Evidence: The digital program that staff utilize for documenting children's feedings, diaper changes, activities and important information throughout the day showed that:on 5/23/2023, child #1 arrived at the center at 8:50 a.m. Child #1's wet diaper was changed at 9:50 and again at 11:50. Child #1 had a bottle, took a nap and had an afternoon snack between 1:15 p.m. and 3:46 pm and at 4:48 child #1 was signed out and left the center for the day. Nearly 5 hours had passed since child #1's diaper had been changed when she was picked up from care. Child #1's diaper was reportedly very wet at the time that she left the center to go home.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews, the licensee did not always ensure that areas and equipment, inside and outside, are always maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: Seven staff were interviewed regarding a concern about cleanliness resulting from the toilet not being flushed after each use by children. Two staff stated that they did not always flush the toilet between uses when assisting several young children toileting in succession, as long as the children only urinated. An additional staff acknowledged an awareness that another staff utilizes that practice.”
  9. Jun 2, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on documentation and interviews, staff did not always ensure that children are cleaned and changed immediately when their clothes or diaper are wet or soiled. Evidence: The digital program that staff utilize for documenting children's feedings, diaper changes, activities and important information throughout the day showed that:on 5/23/2023, child #1 arrived at the center at 8:50 a.m. Child #1's wet diaper was changed at 9:50 and again at 11:50. Child #1 had a bottle, took a nap and had an afternoon snack between 1:15 p.m. and 3:46 pm and at 4:48 child #1 was signed out and left the center for the day. Nearly 5 hours had passed since child #1's diaper had been changed when she was picked up from care. Child #1's diaper was reportedly very wet at the time that she left the center to go home.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews, the licensee did not always ensure that areas and equipment, inside and outside, are always maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: Seven staff were interviewed regarding a concern about cleanliness resulting from the toilet not being flushed after each use by children. Two staff stated that they did not always flush the toilet between uses when assisting several young children toileting in succession, as long as the children only urinated. An additional staff acknowledged an awareness that another staff utilizes that practice.”
  10. Apr 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always obtain a copy of results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which each individual staff has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #1, whose date of employment was documented as 1/202023, contained documentation of her residency in the state of Florida within the past 5 years. The record for staff #1 did not contain results of a Search of the Abuse and Neglect registry for Florida and did not contain results of a Sex Offender Registry for the state of Florida. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in staff #1's record. The record for staff #3, whose date of employment was documented as 2/7/2023, contained documentation of her residency in the state of Alabama within the past 5 years. The record for staff #3 did not contain results of a Search of the Abuse and Neglect registry for Alabama, did not contain results of a Sex Offender Registry for the state of Alabama and did not contain a Criminal History Record check for the state of Alabama. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in staff #3's record.”
  11. Apr 27, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not always obtain a copy of results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which each individual staff has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Five staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #1, whose date of employment was documented as 1/202023, contained documentation of her residency in the state of Florida within the past 5 years. The record for staff #1 did not contain results of a Search of the Abuse and Neglect registry for Florida and did not contain results of a Sex Offender Registry for the state of Florida. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in staff #1's record. The record for staff #3, whose date of employment was documented as 2/7/2023, contained documentation of her residency in the state of Alabama within the past 5 years. The record for staff #3 did not contain results of a Search of the Abuse and Neglect registry for Alabama, did not contain results of a Sex Offender Registry for the state of Alabama and did not contain a Criminal History Record check for the state of Alabama. The program director confirmed that this documentation was not present in staff #3's record.”
  12. Aug 23, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Based on a review of documentation to include the facility's parent handbook, the licensee did not ensure that the center's activities, services, and facilities are always maintained in compliance with the state standards, the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department. Evidence: 1. The owner / director disenrolled two sibling children, due to staffing shortages, with less than 24 hours notice given to the children's parent. 2. The parent handbook states that children may be disenrolled "due to excessive late payments, inability to adjust, behavioral issues or parental inconsistencies". 3. In addition, the parent handbook states that the center "will give you 2 weeks? notice whenever possible" but that "immediate termination may be required if behavior presents a danger to staff or children". 4. The children were not disenrolled for late payments, inability to adjust, behavioral issues or parental inconsistencies. 5. The license did not adhere to the center's own written policies when disenrolling the 2 children.”
  13. May 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-90-A

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not ensure that each child's record contains a signed agreement between the parent and the center which includes the required agreements. Evidence: Three children's records were reviewed The record for child #1 did not contain a parent signature on the written agreement between the parent and the center. The program director confirmed that this agreement was not signed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on temperatures taken with a digital thermometer during the inspection, the licensee did not ensure that each restroom provided for children have sinks located near toilets that are supplied with running warm water that does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Evidence: The hot water at the sink in the two year old classroom measured 123.6 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water at the sink on the back hallway and used by children in care measured 124.2 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water at the sink next to the kitchen and used by children in care measured 122.9 degrees Fahrenheit.”
  14. May 18, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-90-A

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee did not ensure that each child's record contains a signed agreement between the parent and the center which includes the required agreements. Evidence: Three children's records were reviewed The record for child #1 did not contain a parent signature on the written agreement between the parent and the center. The program director confirmed that this agreement was not signed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on temperatures taken with a digital thermometer during the inspection, the licensee did not ensure that each restroom provided for children have sinks located near toilets that are supplied with running warm water that does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Evidence: The hot water at the sink in the two year old classroom measured 123.6 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water at the sink on the back hallway and used by children in care measured 124.2 degrees Fahrenheit. The hot water at the sink next to the kitchen and used by children in care measured 122.9 degrees Fahrenheit.”
  15. Apr 12, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee was unable to demonstrate that she obtained a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check from any state which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Four staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #3 who was hired 4/7/2022, contained a signed Sworn Statement of Affirmation that documented that Staff #3 resided in Hawaii in the past 5 years. The record for Staff #3 did not contain the results of a Hawaii Sex Offender Check. The record for staff #4, who was hired 4/5/2022, contained a signed Sworn Statement of Affirmation that documented that staff #4 resided in New Mexico within the past 5 years. The record for staff #4 did not contain the results of a New Mexico Sex Offender Check. The record for staff #4 did not contain the results of a New Mexico Criminal Record Check. The program director was unable to furnish the requested documentation of the above background checks requested during the inspection.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the licensee did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: The licensing inspector observed two nails protruding with the sharp end of the nails pointed on to the interior side of the gate on the playground used by children for outdoor play. Two additional nails were observed to be protruding from an adjacent fence panel with the sharp end of the nails pointed to the interior side of the fence panel on the playground used by children for outdoor play. The program director was shown the protruding nails and acknowledged that they needed to be removed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on temperature readings with a digital thermometer, the licensee did not ensure that restrooms for children have sinks located near the toilets that are supplied with running warm water that does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Evidence: The water from the hot water faucets located in the preschool bathroom sink and the infant handwashing sink measured 131.5 degrees Fahrenheit with a digital thermometer during the inspection.”
  16. Apr 12, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the licensee was unable to demonstrate that she obtained a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check from any state which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: Four staff records were reviewed. The record for staff #3 who was hired 4/7/2022, contained a signed Sworn Statement of Affirmation that documented that Staff #3 resided in Hawaii in the past 5 years. The record for Staff #3 did not contain the results of a Hawaii Sex Offender Check. The record for staff #4, who was hired 4/5/2022, contained a signed Sworn Statement of Affirmation that documented that staff #4 resided in New Mexico within the past 5 years. The record for staff #4 did not contain the results of a New Mexico Sex Offender Check. The record for staff #4 did not contain the results of a New Mexico Criminal Record Check. The program director was unable to furnish the requested documentation of the above background checks requested during the inspection.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the licensee did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe, operable condition. Evidence: The licensing inspector observed two nails protruding with the sharp end of the nails pointed on to the interior side of the gate on the playground used by children for outdoor play. Two additional nails were observed to be protruding from an adjacent fence panel with the sharp end of the nails pointed to the interior side of the fence panel on the playground used by children for outdoor play. The program director was shown the protruding nails and acknowledged that they needed to be removed.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on temperature readings with a digital thermometer, the licensee did not ensure that restrooms for children have sinks located near the toilets that are supplied with running warm water that does not exceed 120 degrees Fahrenheit. Evidence: The water from the hot water faucets located in the preschool bathroom sink and the infant handwashing sink measured 131.5 degrees Fahrenheit with a digital thermometer during the inspection.”
  17. Feb 11, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-2

      “Based on observation and interview, the licensee did not visibly post the most recent findings (violation notice) of the most recent licensing inspection of the program. Evidence: The last inspection Summary was posted on a parent information board located just inside the entrance used by parents to enter the center. The violation notice was behind the summary page and was not visible. There was a clear plexiglass cover over the board enclosing the posted items. The administrator removed the document from the board and showed the inspector that the violation notice was behind the Summary page stating that it was inadvertently posted backwards.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-5

      “Based on observation and interview, the provided notice of the commissioner's intent to take actions enumerated in ? 63.2-1709.2 of the Code of Virginia was not posted in a prominent place at each public entrance of the facility to advise consumers of serious or persistent violations. Evidence: The inspector did not observe the Notice of Intent posted in the facility during the inspection on 2/11/2022. The administrator confirmed that the Notice of Intent was not posted and stated that she was not aware that she was required to post it.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-7

      “Based on observation and interview, the the approved written notification to parents required by the commissioner was not posted in a prominent place at each public entrance of the licensed premises pursuant to ?? 22.1-289.011 and 22.1-289.023 of the Code of Virginia. Evidence: The inspector did not observe the approved written notification to parents posted in the facility during the inspection on 2/11/2022. The administrator confirmed that the Parent Correspondence was not posted and stated that she was not aware that she was required to post it.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-6

      “Based on observation and interview, the Special Order issued by the department was not posted in a prominent place at each public entrance of the licensed premises to advise consumers of serious or persistent violations. Evidence: The inspector did not observe the Special Order posted in the facility during the inspection on 2/11/2022. The administrator confirmed that the Special Order was not posted and stated that she was not aware that she was required to post it.”

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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Is Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare licensed?

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

When was Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 12, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 11 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 Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare care for?

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

Does Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare's hours?

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

How much does Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 238-2400 to ask.

What is Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare's phone number?

(757) 238-2400.

Where is Lighthouse Preschool & Daycare?

15154 Carrollton Boulevard, Carrollton, VA 23314. The nearest other daycare we list is L'il Folks Learning Center, 0.1 miles away.

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