Engleside Baptist Church
Engleside Christian School, Alexandria, VA
Mary Oforiwaa
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About Mary Oforiwaa
Mary Oforiwaa is a licensed home daycare in Alexandria, 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 37 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Not listed
- Licensed capacity
- 5 children
Hours
Hours
Hours not listed. Call (703) 341-6621 to confirm.
Programs
Programs and care
| 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
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State record
Inspection reports for Mary Oforiwaa
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 5 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1107062
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 7, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 11 visits · 37 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 13
- Safety and hazards 7
- Health, medication and illness 6
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Background checks 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Food and nutrition 2
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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Apr 7, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-760-A-1
“The first aid kit did not contain adhesive tape, and a First Aid Manual.”
8VAC20-800-320-I
“Smoke detectors are required on each level of the home. There is not a smoke detector on the bottom level of the home where childcare is provided.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually. Caregiver #1 has only completed 13 clock hours of training in the last year.”
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.”
Oct 17, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. The plan annual review is overdue by 12 months.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Providers must practice monthly the emergency evacuation procedures monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. The provider has not practiced a monthly emergency evacuation in 5 months.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Providers must keep a written record of children in attendance each day. There were no attendance records on the date of inspection. The provider did not take written attendance from May 19, 2025 to October 16,2025.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Children under two years of age and children over two of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to the stairs. There was no gate at the bottom of the stairs during the visit.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. the findings from the most recent inspection, dated May 23, 2025 was not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
Oct 17, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. The plan annual review is overdue by 12 months.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Providers must practice monthly the emergency evacuation procedures monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. The provider has not practiced a monthly emergency evacuation in 5 months.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Providers must keep a written record of children in attendance each day. There were no attendance records on the date of inspection. The provider did not take written attendance from May 19, 2025 to October 16,2025.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Children under two years of age and children over two of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to the stairs. There was no gate at the bottom of the stairs during the visit.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. the findings from the most recent inspection, dated May 23, 2025 was not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
May 28, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually. Caregiver #1 did not have documentation of annual training hours for 2024-2025.”
8VAC20-790-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 was not completed and was overdue by eleven months.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent license posted, dated 3/27/2024 to 5/26/2025 were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises. The findings from the most recent inspection, dated 11/01/2024, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
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.”
- May 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information required in each child’s record to ensure the information is correct and shall obtain the parents signed acknowledgment of the review. Records for Child #1 did not have a parent’s signature for an annual review of the emergency contact information. Child #1 had been in care for over two years without any annual review.”
22.1-289.035-A
“The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check for Caregiver #1 was overdue by 8 months. The most recent criminal history check for Caregiver #2 was overdue by a two years and 5 months.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2 was not completed and was overdue by four months.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“An up to date record for each child enrolled shall be maintained by the provider. There was no record for Child #2, who was in care during the inspection and had been in care for a day. Child #3, #4, and #5 were in care during the inspection and there was no record for the children.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records are required to contain parental home and employment addresses and phone numbers. The record for Child #1 were missing name, address and telephone numbers of two designated persont to contact in case of an emergency, proof of child's age and identity.The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for a two years.”
8VAC20-800-40-A
“The provider shall ensure that the total number of children receiving care at any one time does not exceed the maximum licensed capacity of the home. The maximum licensed capacity of the home is 5 and there were 7 children in care during the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Before the child's first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writing. The parents of Child#1 was not provided in writing the following required information: schedule of fees and payment plans, whether or not there is liability insurance in force on the family day home operation, and provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan. Child had been in care for two years.”
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 the identity and age of the child and name and location of previous day care programs. This information was not available for one child who has been in care for two years.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Providers must keep a written record of children in attendance each day. There were no attendance records on the date of inspection. The provider did not take written attendance on September 25,2024 to November 1, 2024.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Children under two years of age and children over two of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to the stairs. There was no gate at the bottom of the stairs. Child #1 was observed climbing up stairs.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“The diapering surface shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Caregiver #1 did not clean and sanitize the diaper changing surface after use.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Providers must practice monthly the emergency evacuation procedures monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. The provider has not practiced a monthly emergency evacuation in 5 months.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. The plan annual review is overdue by 9 months.”
Nov 1, 2024Inspection13 rules cited
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information required in each child’s record to ensure the information is correct and shall obtain the parents signed acknowledgment of the review. Records for Child #1 did not have a parent’s signature for an annual review of the emergency contact information. Child #1 had been in care for over two years without any annual review.”
22.1-289.035-A
“The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check for Caregiver #1 was overdue by 8 months. The most recent criminal history check for Caregiver #2 was overdue by a two years and 5 months.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2 was not completed and was overdue by four months.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“An up to date record for each child enrolled shall be maintained by the provider. There was no record for Child #2, who was in care during the inspection and had been in care for a day. Child #3, #4, and #5 were in care during the inspection and there was no record for the children.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records are required to contain parental home and employment addresses and phone numbers. The record for Child #1 were missing name, address and telephone numbers of two designated persont to contact in case of an emergency, proof of child's age and identity.The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for a two years.”
8VAC20-800-40-A
“The provider shall ensure that the total number of children receiving care at any one time does not exceed the maximum licensed capacity of the home. The maximum licensed capacity of the home is 5 and there were 7 children in care during the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Before the child's first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writing. The parents of Child#1 was not provided in writing the following required information: schedule of fees and payment plans, whether or not there is liability insurance in force on the family day home operation, and provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan. Child had been in care for two years.”
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 the identity and age of the child and name and location of previous day care programs. This information was not available for one child who has been in care for two years.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Providers must keep a written record of children in attendance each day. There were no attendance records on the date of inspection. The provider did not take written attendance on September 25,2024 to November 1, 2024.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Children under two years of age and children over two of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to the stairs. There was no gate at the bottom of the stairs. Child #1 was observed climbing up stairs.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“The diapering surface shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Caregiver #1 did not clean and sanitize the diaper changing surface after use.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Providers must practice monthly the emergency evacuation procedures monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. The provider has not practiced a monthly emergency evacuation in 5 months.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. The plan annual review is overdue by 9 months.”
May 16, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Based on observation, access to stairs was not prevented. Evidence: There was no gate at the bottom of the stairs.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“Based on observation, the diaper changing surface did not meet all requirements. Evidence: 1) The diaper changing surface was torn therefore no longer waterproof. 2) The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review, staff did not conduct repeat background checks every five years after the most recent check.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on record review, the child's record did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 1 is missing 2nd emergency contact, parents' work addresses and phone numbers.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not ensure parents were provided all required information on policies and procedures before the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: Child 1 is missing documentation of policies and procedures provided in writing to parents including but not limited to liability insurance, termination policy, late policy, medication policy and emergency plan.”
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not view child's proof of identity within 7 business days of the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: Child 1 was enrolled on 10/24/2023 and did not have verification of proof of identification.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were kept in areas accessible to children. Evidence: Disinfecting wipes were stored underneath the changing table in an unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by a physician within 30 days of the first date of attendance. Evidence: Child 1 is missing documentation of a physical. Child was enrolled into care on 10/24/2023.”
May 16, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Based on observation, access to stairs was not prevented. Evidence: There was no gate at the bottom of the stairs.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“Based on observation, the diaper changing surface did not meet all requirements. Evidence: 1) The diaper changing surface was torn therefore no longer waterproof. 2) The diaper changing surface was not cleaned and sanitized.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review, staff did not conduct repeat background checks every five years after the most recent check.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on record review, the child's record did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 1 is missing 2nd emergency contact, parents' work addresses and phone numbers.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not ensure parents were provided all required information on policies and procedures before the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: Child 1 is missing documentation of policies and procedures provided in writing to parents including but not limited to liability insurance, termination policy, late policy, medication policy and emergency plan.”
8VAC20-800-80-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not view child's proof of identity within 7 business days of the child's first day of attendance. Evidence: Child 1 was enrolled on 10/24/2023 and did not have verification of proof of identification.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were kept in areas accessible to children. Evidence: Disinfecting wipes were stored underneath the changing table in an unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by a physician within 30 days of the first date of attendance. Evidence: Child 1 is missing documentation of a physical. Child was enrolled into care on 10/24/2023.”
Dec 15, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Based on record review and interview, the family day home did not keep written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: Attendance has not been taken since April 2023.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review, a household member did not complete repeat background checks every five years after their most recent check. Evidence: Household member 1 has a fingerprint based background check which was completed on 8/2/2018.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review, emergency evacuation procedures were not practiced monthly and during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: There was no emergency evacuation drill documented for November 2023. All previous evacuation drills were conducted between the hours of 10:00am and 11:00am.”
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Dec 15, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-800-50-A
“Based on record review and interview, the family day home did not keep written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: Attendance has not been taken since April 2023.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review, a household member did not complete repeat background checks every five years after their most recent check. Evidence: Household member 1 has a fingerprint based background check which was completed on 8/2/2018.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review, emergency evacuation procedures were not practiced monthly and during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: There was no emergency evacuation drill documented for November 2023. All previous evacuation drills were conducted between the hours of 10:00am and 11:00am.”
May 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation, all unused electrical outlets in surge protectors did not have child-resistant protective covers installed. Evidence: On the second level where children were watching television, unused electrical outlets in surge protector located under the television did not have child-resistant protective covers installed.”
May 18, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation, all unused electrical outlets in surge protectors did not have child-resistant protective covers installed. Evidence: On the second level where children were watching television, unused electrical outlets in surge protector located under the television did not have child-resistant protective covers installed.”
Oct 27, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based on record review, the provider does not have a current certification in first aid. Evidence: The provider has a first aid certification which expired on 6/2022.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based on record review, provider does not have a current certification cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Oct 27, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based on record review, the provider does not have a current certification in first aid. Evidence: The provider has a first aid certification which expired on 6/2022.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based on record review, provider does not have a current certification cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
Jun 17, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record review, caregivers did not obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: Caregiver 1 and 2 did not complete the required 16 hours of training for 2021.”
Feb 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on record review, the center did not ensure repeat background checks were conducted for all staff every five years. Evidence: Caregiver 1 (DOH 01/1/16) has a central registry search completed on 07/28/2016.”
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FAQ
Questions about Mary Oforiwaa
Is Mary Oforiwaa licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Mary Oforiwaa last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 7, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Mary Oforiwaa had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 10 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 Mary Oforiwaa care for?
5, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Mary Oforiwaa accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Mary Oforiwaa's hours?
Its hours are not listed. Call (703) 341-6621 to confirm.
How much does Mary Oforiwaa cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 341-6621 to ask.
What is Mary Oforiwaa's phone number?
(703) 341-6621.
Where is Mary Oforiwaa?
Alexandria, VA 22309. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.