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Miryam Galarza

Alexandria, VA 22304 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
9
open each week
5 days

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About Miryam Galarza

Miryam Galarza is a licensed home daycare in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 9 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. 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 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 36 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Home daycare
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
9 children

Hours

Hours

Monday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity9 childrenFrom the state license

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Inspection reports for Miryam Galarza

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
9 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#1109002
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: 5 rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 36 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 17
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Background checks 3
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 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. Sep 2, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-570-A

      “A The provider shall ensure that a caregiver does not exceed 16 points by using the following point system to determine if an additional caregiver is needed: 1. Children from birth through 15 months of age count as four points each. 2. Children from 16 months through 23 months of age count as three points each. 3. Children from two through four years of age count as two points each. Caregiver #1 was observed supervising 6 children (18 points) without a second caregiver. The caregiver was over the supervision requirements by 2 points for approximately 45 minutes.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “The provider shall obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical exam record available for Child #1 who has been in care for over four months.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION A child's record shall contain the required information. The record for Child #3 was missing the name and policy number of the medical insurance and has been in care for over one year. The record for Child #5 was missing the first date of attendance.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-540-A

      “Infant carrier seats, swings, strollers, feeding or activity tables, and high chairs shall be used according to the manufacturer's instructions and when occupied by a child, a safety strap shall be used and securely fastened. Four children were observed sitting in a high chair without the safety strap securely fastened.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-680-B

      “Caregivers shall ensure that children's hands are washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating. 4 out of 6 children's hands were not washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating.”
  2. Feb 13, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-200-A

      “The provider must orient assistants by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. Assistant Caregiver #2 provided care for children for over two months without receiving orientation.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Before attendance, documentation of immunizations is to be obtained for each child. There was no documentation of immunizations for Child #3, who was in care during the inspection and had been in care 23 days.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Children's records are required to contain name, address, and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached and the policy number of the child's medical insurance. The record for Child #3 was missing a second emergency contact and the policy number of the medical insurance. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 24 days.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-B

      “Assistants' and substitute providers' records shall contain a name, address, and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency and documentation of education. The record for Assistant Caregiver #2 was missing an emergency contact and documentation of education and has been employed for over two months.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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 9/11/2025, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
  3. Sep 11, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Caregivers who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. The record for Caregiver #1 did not contain documentation of the health and safety update course.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “The vendor shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Attendance for children 1-3 did not have attendance documented as it occurred.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “A child's record shall contain the first date of attendance. Child #3 did not have the first date of attendance.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-C

      “The provider shall document in the child's record the method of verification of the child's age and identity. The records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain documentation verifying the date of when the original birth certificate was seen by the provider.”
  4. Sep 11, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Caregivers who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. The record for Caregiver #1 did not contain documentation of the health and safety update course.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “The vendor shall maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Attendance for children 1-3 did not have attendance documented as it occurred.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “A child's record shall contain the first date of attendance. Child #3 did not have the first date of attendance.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-C

      “The provider shall document in the child's record the method of verification of the child's age and identity. The records for Child #1 and Child #3 did not contain documentation verifying the date of when the original birth certificate was seen by the provider.”
  5. Mar 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Lockdown procedures are required to be practiced at least annually. The provider did not complete a lockdown drill during the year 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “The provider is required to maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. At the time of inspection, 5 children were present and the attendance had not been completed.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Caregivers and household members are required to complete a sworn statement every five years. The most recent sworn statement in the records for Caregiver #1 and Household Member #1 were overdue by two months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-B

      “The provider is not permitted to use equipment that has been recalled or identified by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission as being hazardous. During the inspection, three recalled bumbo seats were identified in the family day home. The provider was informed that the bumbo seats were recalled and not permitted for use in the Family Day Home. After being informed of the recall, the provider placed three children in the recalled bumbo seats for storytime.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-A

      “An up to date record for each child enrolled shall be maintained by the provider and contain all required information. The record for Child #5 was missing the following: phone number of the parent's place of employment for both parents, the policy number of the child's medical insurance, and the name, address and telephone number of one of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for a month.”
  6. Mar 5, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-430-A-3

      “Lockdown procedures are required to be practiced at least annually. The provider did not complete a lockdown drill during the year 2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “The provider is required to maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. At the time of inspection, 5 children were present and the attendance had not been completed.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Caregivers and household members are required to complete a sworn statement every five years. The most recent sworn statement in the records for Caregiver #1 and Household Member #1 were overdue by two months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-B

      “The provider is not permitted to use equipment that has been recalled or identified by the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission as being hazardous. During the inspection, three recalled bumbo seats were identified in the family day home. The provider was informed that the bumbo seats were recalled and not permitted for use in the Family Day Home. After being informed of the recall, the provider placed three children in the recalled bumbo seats for storytime.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-A

      “An up to date record for each child enrolled shall be maintained by the provider and contain all required information. The record for Child #5 was missing the following: phone number of the parent's place of employment for both parents, the policy number of the child's medical insurance, and the name, address and telephone number of one of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for a month.”
  7. Aug 19, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. 4 children were present in the family day home. 2. The arrival of each child present was not documented.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-750-A

      “Based on observation, requirements for topical skin products were not met. Evidence: 1. Two topical skin products were not labeled with the child's name. 2. The provider stated the parents had provided a new container and they had not yet been labeled. 3. Written authorization for one topical skin product was not obtained annually from the parent of Child #3. The authorization expired on 8/08/2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Based on record review, the family day home did not keep a written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: 1. Attendance was not documented on the date of the inspection. 2. The last documented record of children in attendance was dated 8/14/2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not maintain a record for each caregiver. Evidence: 1. The provider stated Caregiver #2 was not present but is currently employed by the provider. 2. The provider did not have a record available for review for Caregiver #2. 3. The provider stated she gave the record to the provider to complete missing information.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and document in writing each review to the plan. Evidence: 1. The last documented review of the emergency plan was dated 5/10/2023.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Based on observation, medication was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. The provider was in possession of medication for Child #3. The medication was located in the child's belongings, not in a locked place.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-800-30-B

      “Based on record review and observation, the provider did not ensure compliance with the home's policies regarding medication. Evidence: 1. The provider did not obtain written authorization to administer prescription and non prescription medication for one child. 2. The provider did not ensure medication is in it's original container.”
  8. Aug 19, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. 4 children were present in the family day home. 2. The arrival of each child present was not documented.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-750-A

      “Based on observation, requirements for topical skin products were not met. Evidence: 1. Two topical skin products were not labeled with the child's name. 2. The provider stated the parents had provided a new container and they had not yet been labeled. 3. Written authorization for one topical skin product was not obtained annually from the parent of Child #3. The authorization expired on 8/08/2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Based on record review, the family day home did not keep a written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: 1. Attendance was not documented on the date of the inspection. 2. The last documented record of children in attendance was dated 8/14/2024.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not maintain a record for each caregiver. Evidence: 1. The provider stated Caregiver #2 was not present but is currently employed by the provider. 2. The provider did not have a record available for review for Caregiver #2. 3. The provider stated she gave the record to the provider to complete missing information.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and document in writing each review to the plan. Evidence: 1. The last documented review of the emergency plan was dated 5/10/2023.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Based on observation, medication was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. The provider was in possession of medication for Child #3. The medication was located in the child's belongings, not in a locked place.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-800-30-B

      “Based on record review and observation, the provider did not ensure compliance with the home's policies regarding medication. Evidence: 1. The provider did not obtain written authorization to administer prescription and non prescription medication for one child. 2. The provider did not ensure medication is in it's original container.”
  9. Apr 25, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-200-A

      “Based on record review and provider interview, the provider did not orient 2 caregivers by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. Provider stated Caregiver #1 began employment "last week". 2. Provider stated Caregiver #2 began employment "at the end of March or first of April". 3. There was no documentation of orientation training for Caregiver 1 and Caregiver #2. 4. Provider stated orientation training was not completed for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-130

      “Based on observation and caregiver interviews, 1 of 3 caregivers was not able to speak English as necessary to carry out assigned job responsibilities and communicate with emergency responders. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #1 was unable to communicate with licensing inspector during inspection. 2. Caregiver #3 stated Caregiver #1 was not able to speak English.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 2 of 4 children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain the name and policy number of the child's medical insurance,”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Based on record review and provider interview, the family day home did not keep a written record of children in attendance. Evidence: 1. Provider stated a record of attendance had not been completed for the current week.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-40-A

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure the total number of children receiving care at any one time does not exceed the maximum licensed capacity of the home. Evidence: 1. The provider is currently licensed to provide care for 5 children at one time. 2. Upon arrival, there were 6 children in care in the family day home.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-B

      “Based on record review, 2 of 3 caregiver records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. The provider did not document the 1st date of employment for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2. 2. The provider did not have documentation of the name address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency for Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-A

      “Based on record review and provider interview, the provider did not maintain a record for 1 of 2 caregivers present. Evidence: 1. The provider stated Caregiver #1's first day at the family day home was "last week". 2. The provider stated she did not have a record for Caregiver #1.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review annually with the parent the emergency contact information required to ensure the information is correct, and obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the review for 1 of 4 children. Evidence: 1. The most recent review of emergency contact information in the record for Child #4 was dated 8/8/2022”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a completed sworn statement for 2 caregivers. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #1 has not completed a sworn statement. 2. The sworn statement in the record for Caregiver #2 did not contain a date of completion.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on record review and provider interview, a fingerprint-based criminal history record check was not obtained for 1 caregiver prior to first day of employment. Evidence: 1. 1. There was no documentation of a fingerprint-based criminal history record check for Caregiver #1. 2. Provider stated Caregiver #1 did not complete a a fingerprint-based criminal history record check.”
  10. Aug 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on record review, Caregiver #1 did not complete the department's health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1. The record for Caregiver #1 did not contain documentation of the health and safety update course.”
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  1. Aug 24, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on record review, Caregiver #1 did not complete the department's health and safety update course annually. Evidence: 1. The record for Caregiver #1 did not contain documentation of the health and safety update course.”
  2. Apr 27, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and document each review of the emergency plan. Evidence: The most recent documented review of the emergency plan for the family day home was dated February 2022.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-530-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on observation, two cribs used by infants did not have a tight fitting bottom cover. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and Child #2 were both observed sleeping in their assigned cribs. 2. The bottom cover in the cribs occupied by Child #1 and Child #2 were not tight fitting. The bottom covers in both of the cribs were observed to be loose, allowing material to gather on the surface of the mattress.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-800-30-E Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and provider interview, the provider did not ensure that services were conducive to the welfare of one child in care. Evidence: 1. Upon arrival at the Family Day Home on 4/27/2023, Child #1, age 2 months, was observed sleeping in a crib with an item of clothing, an adult sized shirt, completely covering the child's face, to include his nose and mouth. 2. Child #1 was observed in a bouncer during which the provider was observed to place the shirt over the child's face, then holding in place the child's pacifier which was located under the shirt, and bouncing the child in the chair, as it is designed to do, in an effort to provide comfort to the child. 3. Provider stated the shirt was provided by the parent to provide comfort to the child as the child was comforted by the parent's scent and the provider had been placing the shirt on the child's face in an effort to help him sleep.”
  3. Apr 27, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and document each review of the emergency plan. Evidence: The most recent documented review of the emergency plan for the family day home was dated February 2022.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-530-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on observation, two cribs used by infants did not have a tight fitting bottom cover. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and Child #2 were both observed sleeping in their assigned cribs. 2. The bottom cover in the cribs occupied by Child #1 and Child #2 were not tight fitting. The bottom covers in both of the cribs were observed to be loose, allowing material to gather on the surface of the mattress.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-800-30-E Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and provider interview, the provider did not ensure that services were conducive to the welfare of one child in care. Evidence: 1. Upon arrival at the Family Day Home on 4/27/2023, Child #1, age 2 months, was observed sleeping in a crib with an item of clothing, an adult sized shirt, completely covering the child's face, to include his nose and mouth. 2. Child #1 was observed in a bouncer during which the provider was observed to place the shirt over the child's face, then holding in place the child's pacifier which was located under the shirt, and bouncing the child in the chair, as it is designed to do, in an effort to provide comfort to the child. 3. Provider stated the shirt was provided by the parent to provide comfort to the child as the child was comforted by the parent's scent and the provider had been placing the shirt on the child's face in an effort to help him sleep.”
  4. Apr 27, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and document each review of the emergency plan. Evidence: The most recent documented review of the emergency plan for the family day home was dated February 2022.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-530-B Complaint related: No

      “Based on observation, two cribs used by infants did not have a tight fitting bottom cover. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and Child #2 were both observed sleeping in their assigned cribs. 2. The bottom cover in the cribs occupied by Child #1 and Child #2 were not tight fitting. The bottom covers in both of the cribs were observed to be loose, allowing material to gather on the surface of the mattress.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-800-30-E Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and provider interview, the provider did not ensure that services were conducive to the welfare of one child in care. Evidence: 1. Upon arrival at the Family Day Home on 4/27/2023, Child #1, age 2 months, was observed sleeping in a crib with an item of clothing, an adult sized shirt, completely covering the child's face, to include his nose and mouth. 2. Child #1 was observed in a bouncer during which the provider was observed to place the shirt over the child's face, then holding in place the child's pacifier which was located under the shirt, and bouncing the child in the chair, as it is designed to do, in an effort to provide comfort to the child. 3. Provider stated the shirt was provided by the parent to provide comfort to the child as the child was comforted by the parent's scent and the provider had been placing the shirt on the child's face in an effort to help him sleep.”
  5. Feb 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Feb 13, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Sep 30, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      22VAC40-111-60-B

      “Based on record review, 2 children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #1 did not contain the telephone number of the father's place of employment; 2. The record for Child #2 did not contain the telephone number of each custodial parent's place of employment”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-191-40-D-5-a

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a child protective services central registry check within 30 days of a person in the home becoming 14 years old. Evidence: 1. Household member #1 became 14 years old on 7/30/2021. 2. A copy of the child protective services central registry check form located in the file was notarized on 9/25/2021, more than 30 days after household member #1 became 14 years old. 3. The record for household member #1 did not contain results of a child protective services central registry check.”

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 Miryam Galarza licensed?

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

When was Miryam Galarza last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Miryam Galarza had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 36 rules across 9 of 9 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 Miryam Galarza care for?

9, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Miryam Galarza accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Miryam Galarza's hours?

Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Miryam Galarza cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 982-2900 to ask.

What is Miryam Galarza's phone number?

(703) 982-2900.

Where is Miryam Galarza?

Alexandria, VA 22304. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

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