Dana Harris
Portsmouth, VA 23703 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Ms. Clara Robinson is a licensed home daycare in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 9:00 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 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | 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 | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Ms. Clara Robinson has not listed its tuition.
State record
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 13 visits · 5 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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8VAC20-790-180-A
“Repeat Violation The provider shall obtain for each caregiver and adult household member a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form every two years from the date of the first screening. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated October 8, 2024.”
8VAC20-790-180-A
“Repeat Violation The provider shall obtain for each caregiver and adult household member a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form every two years from the date of the first screening. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated October 8, 2024.”
8VAC20-790-250-D-1
“All caregivers shall have a current certification in CPR appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #2's CPR expired on October, 8, 2024.”
8VAC20-790-250-D-2
“All caregivers shall have a current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #2 has first aid expired on October, 8, 2024.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“The provider shall obtain for each caregiver a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form, in accordance with the requirements in 8VAC20-800-170, every two years from the date of the first screening or more frequently as recommended by a physician or the local health department. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated March 17, 2024.”
8VAC20-790-250-D-1
“All caregivers shall have a current certification in CPR appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #2's CPR expired on October, 8, 2024.”
8VAC20-790-250-D-2
“All caregivers shall have a current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #2 has first aid expired on October, 8, 2024.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“The provider shall obtain for each caregiver a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form, in accordance with the requirements in 8VAC20-800-170, every two years from the date of the first screening or more frequently as recommended by a physician or the local health department. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated March 17, 2024.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the emergency evacuation procedures shall be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. In reviewing the evacuation log there is no documentation for the month of November 2023 that there was an emergency evacuation practice drill completed. 2. Staff #1, owner, confirmed that for the month of November, there was no emergency evacuation practice drill completed.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the emergency evacuation procedures shall be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. In reviewing the evacuation log there is no documentation for the month of November 2023 that there was an emergency evacuation practice drill completed. 2. Staff #1, owner, confirmed that for the month of November, there was no emergency evacuation practice drill completed.”
8VAC20-800-550
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that when a play pen is used it shall not be used for the designated sleeping area. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and Child #2 have play pens that were brought from home. Staff #1 reported that per the request of the parents that the children sleep in their pack and plays during nap. 2. Staff #1 confirmed and is aware that Child #1 and Child #2 should not use a play pen for the designated sleeping area.”
8VAC20-800-350-E
“Based on observation, temperature measurement, and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the hot water at taps available to children be maintained within a range of 105?F to 120?F. Evidence: 1. The hot water temperature in the children’s bathroom was measuring 133 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Provider confirmed the hot water temperature was that reading 133 degrees Fahrenheit.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the provider maintain an up-to-date record at the family day home for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1. Child #2 (date of enrollment 11/21/22) did not have an up-to-date record at the family day home. 2. Provider confirmed that Child #2 does not have an up-to-date record at the family day home.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on the review of five children’s records and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that a child's record contain the telephone number of each custodial parent's place of employment. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (date of enrollment 11/7/22) did not have the father’s work phone number in the file. 2. Child #2 (date of enrollment 11/21/22) did not have the work phone numbers for both parents.”
8VAC20-800-350-E
“Based on observation, temperature measurement, and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the hot water at taps available to children be maintained within a range of 105?F to 120?F. Evidence: 1. The hot water temperature in the children’s bathroom was measuring 133 degrees Fahrenheit. 2. Provider confirmed the hot water temperature was that reading 133 degrees Fahrenheit.”
8VAC20-800-60-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the provider maintain an up-to-date record at the family day home for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1. Child #2 (date of enrollment 11/21/22) did not have an up-to-date record at the family day home. 2. Provider confirmed that Child #2 does not have an up-to-date record at the family day home.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on the review of five children’s records and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that a child's record contain the telephone number of each custodial parent's place of employment. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (date of enrollment 11/7/22) did not have the father’s work phone number in the file. 2. Child #2 (date of enrollment 11/21/22) did not have the work phone numbers for both parents.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Based upon review of 6 children's records and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that before the child's first day of attendance, parents are provided with information regarding liability insurance and the provider's decision regarding the administration of medication. Evidence: 1. The record for child 6, who began attending 10/22/21, did not include documentation that the parent was provided information regarding liability insurance. 2. The record provided for child 2, who began attending 7/19/21, had a medication form indicating that prescription medication would be administered by the provider. The provider no longer administers any medication, however the form had not been updated with the parent. 3. The provider acknowledged that the record for child 6 did not included the liability insurance statement and the decision to administer medication form in the record for child 2 had not been updated.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based upon review of certificates/documentation, the provider has not obtained the required minimum of sixteen clock hours of annual training. Evidence: There was documentation that the provider obtained only 3 hours of annual training in 2021.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based upon observation and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that potentially poisonous substances such as cleaning agents are stored in area inaccessible to the children. Evidence: 1. There were two containers of cleaning fluid on the floor of the closet in the front hall by the stairs. The closet did not have a child proof latch nor was locked. This closet is accessible to children using the bathroom as the gate needs repair. 2. The provider acknowledged that the gate was broken and the closet was not locked.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based upon observation and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that the findings of the most recent inspection at the family day home are posted. Evidence: 1. The findings of the most recent inspection were not posted in the family day home. 2. The provider acknowledged that previous inspections were posted, but the most recent inspection was not posted.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based upon review of the documentation of emergency evacuation drills and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that emergency evacuation procedures are practiced monthly. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of an emergency evacuation drill being conducted in April 2022. 2. The provider confirmed that an evacuation drill was not documented for April 2022.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based upon review of 6 children's records and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that each child's record includes the names, addresses and telephone numbers of two persons to be contacted in an emergency when a parent cannot be reached. Evidence: 1. The record provided for child 2 was missing the street address for one of the two emergency contact persons. 2. The provider acknowledged that the record for child 2 did not have the street address for one of the two emergency contact persons.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based upon staff interview, the provider has not ensured cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification is maintained. Evidence: The provider was unable to provide documentation of her current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based upon staff interview, the provider has not ensured first aid certification is maintained. Evidence: The provider was unable to provide documentation of her current first aid certification. .”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Based upon review of 6 children's records and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that before the child's first day of attendance, parents are provided with information regarding liability insurance and the provider's decision regarding the administration of medication. Evidence: 1. The record for child 6, who began attending 10/22/21, did not include documentation that the parent was provided information regarding liability insurance. 2. The record provided for child 2, who began attending 7/19/21, had a medication form indicating that prescription medication would be administered by the provider. The provider no longer administers any medication, however the form had not been updated with the parent. 3. The provider acknowledged that the record for child 6 did not included the liability insurance statement and the decision to administer medication form in the record for child 2 had not been updated.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based upon review of certificates/documentation, the provider has not obtained the required minimum of sixteen clock hours of annual training. Evidence: There was documentation that the provider obtained only 3 hours of annual training in 2021.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based upon observation and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that potentially poisonous substances such as cleaning agents are stored in area inaccessible to the children. Evidence: 1. There were two containers of cleaning fluid on the floor of the closet in the front hall by the stairs. The closet did not have a child proof latch nor was locked. This closet is accessible to children using the bathroom as the gate needs repair. 2. The provider acknowledged that the gate was broken and the closet was not locked.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based upon observation and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that the findings of the most recent inspection at the family day home are posted. Evidence: 1. The findings of the most recent inspection were not posted in the family day home. 2. The provider acknowledged that previous inspections were posted, but the most recent inspection was not posted.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based upon review of the documentation of emergency evacuation drills and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that emergency evacuation procedures are practiced monthly. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of an emergency evacuation drill being conducted in April 2022. 2. The provider confirmed that an evacuation drill was not documented for April 2022.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based upon review of 6 children's records and provider interview, the provider has not ensured that each child's record includes the names, addresses and telephone numbers of two persons to be contacted in an emergency when a parent cannot be reached. Evidence: 1. The record provided for child 2 was missing the street address for one of the two emergency contact persons. 2. The provider acknowledged that the record for child 2 did not have the street address for one of the two emergency contact persons.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based upon staff interview, the provider has not ensured cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) certification is maintained. Evidence: The provider was unable to provide documentation of her current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based upon staff interview, the provider has not ensured first aid certification is maintained. Evidence: The provider was unable to provide documentation of her current first aid certification. .”
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Portsmouth, VA 23703 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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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 July 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 6 of 13 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.
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 9:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (850) 341-1672 to ask.
(850) 341-1672.
Portsmouth, VA 23703. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.