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Matoaca Baptist Church

6409 River Road, South Chesterfield, VA 238035.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
100
open each week
5 days

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About Matoaca Baptist Church

Matoaca Baptist Church is a child care center in South Chesterfield, Virginia. It is license-exempt, for up to 100 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

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

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

Before- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 2 years through 12 years old
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Licensed capacity
100 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 2 years through 12 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, preschool and summer camp
ApproachFaith-based (Matoaca Baptist Church)
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
TransportationTransportation (school bus to/from Matoaca Elementary; transportation for Ettrick Elementary students)
MoreFounded 1993
Licensed capacity100 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Matoaca Baptist Church

License

Status
License-exempt and operating
License type
Religiously exempt child day center (not licensed)
Capacity
100 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#803056
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Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 3, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 11 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 5
  • Background checks 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Health, medication and illness 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. Mar 3, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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 #1, employed from October 2023-May 2025 and again starting in January 2026 did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from a state other than Virginia that they resided in within the last five years.”
  2. Jun 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  3. Oct 22, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Each building that was built before 2015 and that houses a child day program that is licensed pursuant to this chapter or any program described in subdivision A 4, B 1, or B 5 of ? 22.1-289.030 that serves preschool-age children shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. A person in administration stated the carbon monoxide detector had broke and was being replaced.”
    • 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 than 12 months, did not have documentation of requesting obtain an out of state sex offender registry search and child abuse and neglect search, from a different state. Documentation in the record for Staff #4 indicated the staff member has resided outside of the Commonwealth of Virginia within the last five years. Staff A member of administration stated the background checks have not been requested.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2

      “The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the first day of employment. The record for Staff #3 did not contain completed sworn statement. Staff #3 has worked at the center for over six months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment a current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The records for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. Staff #3 has been employed at the center for six months. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. The record for Staff #4 did not contain documentation of a completed Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Staff shall be evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. The record for Staff #4 contained documentation of a TB screening that was dated six after beginning employment.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall, in addition to preservice and orientation, annually attend at least 16 hours of training and staff development activities, to include the department’s health and safety update course. Training shall be related to child safety, child development, the function of the center, and any required department sponsored training. The record for Staff #4 did not contain documentation of 16 hours of training, including the department’s health and safety update course. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-640-A

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Cleaning chemicals were unlocked sitting on top of cabinets in two areas accessible to children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-790-E

      “The vendor shall ensure that all staff receives training regarding emergency evacuation, relocation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown procedures on an annual basis and at the end of each plan update. The emergency preparedness plan documentation indicated the plan was last reviewed and updated over two years ago.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. The records for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation of current CPR certification. Staff #3 has been employed at the center for six months. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
  4. Oct 22, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Each building that was built before 2015 and that houses a child day program that is licensed pursuant to this chapter or any program described in subdivision A 4, B 1, or B 5 of ? 22.1-289.030 that serves preschool-age children shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. A person in administration stated the carbon monoxide detector had broke and was being replaced.”
    • 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 than 12 months, did not have documentation of requesting obtain an out of state sex offender registry search and child abuse and neglect search, from a different state. Documentation in the record for Staff #4 indicated the staff member has resided outside of the Commonwealth of Virginia within the last five years. Staff A member of administration stated the background checks have not been requested.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2

      “The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the first day of employment. The record for Staff #3 did not contain completed sworn statement. Staff #3 has worked at the center for over six months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment a current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The records for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. Staff #3 has been employed at the center for six months. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. The record for Staff #4 did not contain documentation of a completed Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Staff shall be evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. The record for Staff #4 contained documentation of a TB screening that was dated six after beginning employment.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall, in addition to preservice and orientation, annually attend at least 16 hours of training and staff development activities, to include the department’s health and safety update course. Training shall be related to child safety, child development, the function of the center, and any required department sponsored training. The record for Staff #4 did not contain documentation of 16 hours of training, including the department’s health and safety update course. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-640-A

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Cleaning chemicals were unlocked sitting on top of cabinets in two areas accessible to children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-790-E

      “The vendor shall ensure that all staff receives training regarding emergency evacuation, relocation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown procedures on an annual basis and at the end of each plan update. The emergency preparedness plan documentation indicated the plan was last reviewed and updated over two years ago.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. The records for Staff #3 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation of current CPR certification. Staff #3 has been employed at the center for six months. Staff #4 has been employed at the center for 12 months.”
  5. Oct 12, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Based on review of seven staff files and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for three staff was completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/25/23), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 02/22/23), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/13/23) did not contain documentation of orientation. 2. A member of management stated orientation was completed but all the required topics were not covered.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Based on review of seven staff records, the vendor did not ensure one staff was evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB) within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/25/2023) contained a TB screening dated 09/26/2023. 2. Members of management confirmed this information during the inspection. 3. The documentation of the TB screening is required to be obtained within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician’s designee, or an official of the local health department.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-f

      “Based on a review of seven staff records and interview, the vendor did not obtain documentation of subsequent background checks every five years for three staff members. Evidence: Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #1 (Date of employment 11/04/2013) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/29/2018. 2. The record for Staff #6 (Date of employment 09/02/2004) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/30/2018. 3. The record for Staff #7 (Date of employment 02/08/2018) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 02/08/2018. 4. Members of management confirmed as of 11/28/2023 the required updated background checks had not been obtained.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure three employees completed background checks were obtained at least every five years for staff or volunteer. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #1 (Date of employment 11/04/2013) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/29/2018. 2. The record for Staff #6 (Date of employment 09/02/2004) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/30/2018. 3. The record for Staff #7 (Date of employment 02/08/2018) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 02/08/2018. 4. Members of management confirmed as of 11/28/2023 the required updated background checks had not been obtained.”
  6. Oct 12, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Based on review of seven staff files and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for three staff was completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/25/23), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 02/22/23), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/13/23) did not contain documentation of orientation. 2. A member of management stated orientation was completed but all the required topics were not covered.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Based on review of seven staff records, the vendor did not ensure one staff was evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB) within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/25/2023) contained a TB screening dated 09/26/2023. 2. Members of management confirmed this information during the inspection. 3. The documentation of the TB screening is required to be obtained within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician’s designee, or an official of the local health department.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-f

      “Based on a review of seven staff records and interview, the vendor did not obtain documentation of subsequent background checks every five years for three staff members. Evidence: Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #1 (Date of employment 11/04/2013) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/29/2018. 2. The record for Staff #6 (Date of employment 09/02/2004) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/30/2018. 3. The record for Staff #7 (Date of employment 02/08/2018) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 02/08/2018. 4. Members of management confirmed as of 11/28/2023 the required updated background checks had not been obtained.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of five staff records and interview, the center did not ensure three employees completed background checks were obtained at least every five years for staff or volunteer. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #1 (Date of employment 11/04/2013) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/29/2018. 2. The record for Staff #6 (Date of employment 09/02/2004) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 01/30/2018. 3. The record for Staff #7 (Date of employment 02/08/2018) contained a fingerprint based national criminal record check dated 02/08/2018. 4. Members of management confirmed as of 11/28/2023 the required updated background checks had not been obtained.”
  7. Sep 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-540-B

      “Based on review of five children’s records, the vendor did maintain all required information in five children’s records. Evidence: The records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not contain the address of at least one person designated by the parent to contact in case of an emergency and the parent cannot be reached.”
  8. Sep 15, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-540-B

      “Based on review of five children’s records, the vendor did maintain all required information in five children’s records. Evidence: The records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, Child #4 and Child #5 did not contain the address of at least one person designated by the parent to contact in case of an emergency and the parent cannot be reached.”
  9. Oct 19, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not ensure one of four staff records contained documentation of TB screening within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #4 (start date: 01/10/21) had documentation of a TB screening dated 5/4/21.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-520-B-11

      “Based on record review, the center did not ensure to obtain a written allergy care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record of child #3 (start date: 9/1/2021) did not have documentation of a written allergy care plan. The child's record had documentation of a diagnosed food allergy.”
  10. Oct 19, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not ensure one of four staff records contained documentation of TB screening within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: The record of staff #4 (start date: 01/10/21) had documentation of a TB screening dated 5/4/21.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-520-B-11

      “Based on record review, the center did not ensure to obtain a written allergy care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record of child #3 (start date: 9/1/2021) did not have documentation of a written allergy care plan. The child's record had documentation of a diagnosed food allergy.”

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 Matoaca Baptist Church

Is Matoaca Baptist Church licensed?

No. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as exempt from child care licensing in Virginia.

When was Matoaca Baptist Church last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on March 3, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Matoaca Baptist Church had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 4 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 Matoaca Baptist Church care for?

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

Does Matoaca Baptist Church accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Matoaca Baptist Church's hours?

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

How much does Matoaca Baptist Church cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 590-2950 to ask.

What is Matoaca Baptist Church's phone number?

(804) 590-2950.

Where is Matoaca Baptist Church?

6409 River Road, South Chesterfield, VA 23803. The nearest other daycare we list is Petersburg First Assembly of God, 1 miles away.

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