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Little Acorn Patch

6224 And 6226 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 221523.9· 7 reviews
licensed capacity
90
open each week
5 days

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About Little Acorn Patch

Little Acorn Patch is a licensed child care center in Springfield, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 90 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-age

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
90 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:15 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:15 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:15 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:15 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:15 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Licensed capacity90 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Little Acorn Patch

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
90 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#828466
See the state's record

Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Safety and hazards 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 5, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There are sharp edges of wood on the play house outside that need to be repaired.”
  2. Feb 3, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. May 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering surface should be nonabsorbent surface. The diaper changing pad in the toddler classroom had a tear.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-E

      “There shall be at least 12 inches of space between occupied cots, beds, and rest mats There was less than 12 inches of space in between occupied mats in the toddler and pre-k rooms.”
  5. Dec 13, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jun 12, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observations made, a hazardous substance was not kept in a locked place. Evidence: A container of household cleaning wipes was found to be in a unlocked cabinet under the sink in the bathroom located on the lower level of the building and accessible to children.”
  8. Jun 16, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-G

      “Based on records reviewed, the licensee failed to ensure that a monthly emergency evacuation drill was documented. Evidence: There was no documentation of a drill being completed for January 2023.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observations made, the licensee failed to ensure that resilient surfacing on the playground was in compliance with minimum safety standards. Evidence: There was less than 6" of wood mulch in the fall zones of equipment. The mulch depth was approximately 1"-2" and was scattered to expose the dirt and sand underneath in some areas.”
  9. Jan 5, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on records reviewed, it was determined that 1 of 4 staff records did not include a completed Central Registry Search within 5 years of the date of the original search. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 - On the date of inspection, there was no current search on-file. The expired search was presented to the inspector. 2. The previous expired search was completed on 9/13/17, thus requiring a new search to be completed by 9/12/22.”
  10. Jul 28, 2022VisitNo rules cited
Show 3 earlier visits
  1. May 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observations made, it was determined that there was insufficient resilient surfacing under playground equipment and in fall zones. Evidence: The wood mulch was nearly depleted and in some areas the mulch was scattered and the dirt/sand mix underneath was exposed.”
  2. Dec 15, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 14, 2021VisitNo 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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Questions about Little Acorn Patch

Is Little Acorn Patch licensed?

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

When was Little Acorn Patch last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Little Acorn Patch had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 3 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.

How many children can Little Acorn Patch care for?

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

Does Little Acorn Patch accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are Little Acorn Patch's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:15 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Little Acorn Patch cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 451-7071 to ask.

What is Little Acorn Patch's phone number?

(703) 451-7071.

Where is Little Acorn Patch?

6224 And 6226 Rolling Road, Springfield, VA 22152. The nearest other daycare we list is Accotink Academy Preschool, under 0.1 miles away.

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