The Goddard School
12405 Cape Cod Court, Lake Ridge, VA
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Maria Miller is a licensed home daycare in Woodbridge, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 5 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 5 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Maria Miller has not listed its tuition.
State record
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 3, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 10 visits · 8 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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8VAC20-800-80-A
“Within seven business days of the child’s first day of attendance, the provider shall obtain from the parent verification of identity and age of the child. Evidence: The record for Child #1, did not contain documentation of proof of identity. Child #1 has been enrolled in the program for 20 months.”
8VAC20-800-400-A
“The temperature in all inside areas occupied by children shall be maintained no lower than 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Evidence: The daycare is located in the basement of the home, the thermostat located on the middle floor displayed the temperature of the home was 63 degrees Fahrenheit.”
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Within seven business days of the child’s first day of attendance, the provider shall obtain from the parent verification of identity and age of the child. Evidence: The record for Child #1, did not contain documentation of proof of identity. Child #1 has been enrolled in the program for 20 months.”
8VAC20-800-400-A
“The temperature in all inside areas occupied by children shall be maintained no lower than 65 degrees Fahrenheit. Evidence: The daycare is located in the basement of the home, the thermostat located on the middle floor displayed the temperature of the home was 63 degrees Fahrenheit.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on review of documentation and interview with the provider, the provider did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: At approximately 9:05 a.m. on 01/10/24 the attendance record contained documentation of four children in care. There were only two children in care. The provider reported that two children will be coming soon. An interview with the provider revealed that they document all the children at the beginning of the day, so they don?t forget to write their names down. The standard requires documentation of children in care as it occurs.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure the family day home was in a clean condition. Evidence: Food crumbs covered the bottom of the freezer.”
8VAC20-800-540-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure highchairs were used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Evidence: Licensing Inspector observed a 23-month-old child standing in a highchair, an interview with the provider revealed that they had not fastened the safety straps.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances such as disinfectants, were not stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: A bottle of prescription medication was observed on the stove top near food that was being served to the children.”
8VAC20-800-340-C
“Based on observation of the bathroom used for children it was determined that not all the required components were available. Evidence: The bathroom used for children did not have paper towels for drying hands after handwashing.”
8VAC20-800-820
“Based on review of documentation; the provider did not implement a semi-annual shelter in place drill. Evidence: Documentation of the most recent emergency evacuation drill was conducted on 06/27/23.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on review of documentation and interview with the provider, the provider did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: At approximately 9:05 a.m. on 01/10/24 the attendance record contained documentation of four children in care. There were only two children in care. The provider reported that two children will be coming soon. An interview with the provider revealed that they document all the children at the beginning of the day, so they don?t forget to write their names down. The standard requires documentation of children in care as it occurs.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure the family day home was in a clean condition. Evidence: Food crumbs covered the bottom of the freezer.”
8VAC20-800-540-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure highchairs were used according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Evidence: Licensing Inspector observed a 23-month-old child standing in a highchair, an interview with the provider revealed that they had not fastened the safety straps.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances such as disinfectants, were not stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: A bottle of prescription medication was observed on the stove top near food that was being served to the children.”
8VAC20-800-340-C
“Based on observation of the bathroom used for children it was determined that not all the required components were available. Evidence: The bathroom used for children did not have paper towels for drying hands after handwashing.”
8VAC20-800-820
“Based on review of documentation; the provider did not implement a semi-annual shelter in place drill. Evidence: Documentation of the most recent emergency evacuation drill was conducted on 06/27/23.”
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on a review of documentation training, the provider did not complete the department's health and safety updated course. Evidence: The provider stated that she did not complete the updated health and safety training course for subsidy.”
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on a review of documentation training, the provider did not complete the department's health and safety updated course. Evidence: The provider stated that she did not complete the updated health and safety training course for subsidy.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on a review of documentation, the provider did not ensure that emergency evacuation procedures were practiced monthly. Evidence: The most recent emergency evacuation drill was conducted on August 23, 2021.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on a review of documentation, the provider did not ensure that emergency evacuation procedures were practiced monthly. Evidence: The most recent emergency evacuation drill was conducted on August 23, 2021.”
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12405 Cape Cod Court, Lake Ridge, VA
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
12401 Cape Cod Court, Woodbridge, VA
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Woodbridge, VA 22192 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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 December 3, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 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.
5, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Its hours are not listed. Call (703) 855-5494 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 855-5494 to ask.
(703) 855-5494.
Woodbridge, VA 22192. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.