Kenya Vinson-Sawyer
Portsmouth, VA 23704 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ms. Letitia Paige
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Ms. Letitia Paige
Ms. Letitia Paige is a licensed home daycare in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. 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 17 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpen until 12 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Open 24 hours
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | Open 24 hours |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | Open 24 hours |
| Wednesday | Open 24 hours |
| Thursday | Open 24 hours |
| Friday | Open 24 hours |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
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 | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ms. Letitia Paige has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Ms. Letitia Paige
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #ID35578
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 18, 2026: 5 rules cited
Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 17 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 6
- Staff training and qualifications 5
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Background checks 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Safe sleep 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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Mar 18, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-800-200-A
“The provider shall orient the substitute provider and assistant by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. There was no documentation of the assistant provider #2 receiving orientation training.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Documentation of additional immunizations is required every six months until a child is two years of age. The records for child #3 and #5 did not contain updated immunization documentation. Both of the updates were overdue by at least six months.”
8VAC20-800-790
“Emergency telephone numbers are to be posted in a visible area close to the phone. The emergency numbers had been moved and were not posted during this inspection.”
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Caregivers who work directly with children shall, in addition to preservice and orientation training required in subsections A through D of this section, annually attend at least 16 hours of training, to include the department's health and safety update course. Assistant provider #2 did not complete the department's annual health and safety update course.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records are required to contain the parents contact information, the name, phone number, and address of two emergency contacts, and medical insurance policy information. The record for Child #1 was missing one of the two required emergency contacts. The record for child #4 did not contain the mother's contact information and the medical insurance policy for the child.”
Aug 27, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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 staff #2 was overdue by three months.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Providers shall have current certification in first aid. Staff #2 did not have current certification in first aid. Their certification had been expired for four months.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Providers shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Staff #2 did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Their certification had been expired for four months.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Before attendance, documentation of immunizations is to be obtained for each child. There was no documentation of immunizations for child #1, who was in care during the inspection and had been in care for two weeks.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“The record for each child should contain all of the required information. The record for child #2 did not contain the contact information for their mother's employer and medical insurance policy number. The record for child #4 did not contain the medical insurance policy number and one of the two emergency contacts. The record for child #5 did not contain the contact information for their parent(s), the contact information for their parent's employer, medical insurance policy number, the address for one of the two emergency contacts. All three children above were in care during this inspection.”
Aug 27, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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 staff #2 was overdue by three months.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Providers shall have current certification in first aid. Staff #2 did not have current certification in first aid. Their certification had been expired for four months.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Providers shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Staff #2 did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Their certification had been expired for four months.”
8VAC20-800-90-A
“Before attendance, documentation of immunizations is to be obtained for each child. There was no documentation of immunizations for child #1, who was in care during the inspection and had been in care for two weeks.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“The record for each child should contain all of the required information. The record for child #2 did not contain the contact information for their mother's employer and medical insurance policy number. The record for child #4 did not contain the medical insurance policy number and one of the two emergency contacts. The record for child #5 did not contain the contact information for their parent(s), the contact information for their parent's employer, medical insurance policy number, the address for one of the two emergency contacts. All three children above were in care during this inspection.”
Apr 8, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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 8/20/2024, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be posted. There was no menu posted during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records are required to contain the policy number of the child's medical insurance and the name, address and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 was missing the policy number of the child's medical insurance and one of the two emergency contacts. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for one year and five months. The record for Child #2 was missing the policy number of the child's medical insurance. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for four months. The record for Child #3 was missing the policy number of the child's medical insurance. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for one year and six months.”
Apr 8, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
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 8/20/2024, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be posted. There was no menu posted during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records are required to contain the policy number of the child's medical insurance and the name, address and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 was missing the policy number of the child's medical insurance and one of the two emergency contacts. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for one year and five months. The record for Child #2 was missing the policy number of the child's medical insurance. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for four months. The record for Child #3 was missing the policy number of the child's medical insurance. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for one year and six months.”
Aug 20, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not request a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which staff had resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Assistant provider #2 (hired 7/25/23) reported on their signed sworn statement that they had lived in Texas within the past five years. There was no documentation of a criminal history, central registry search, and sex offender search from Texas in the record for assistant provider #2. 2. Staff confirmed this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-120-B
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant's record contained all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant #2 did not contain documentation of two references being checked prior to hire. 2. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-200-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure the assistant provider completed orientation by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant provider #2 (hired 7/25/23) did not contain documentation of completing orientation. 2. Assistant #2 present during inspection confirmed they had not completed orientation.”
8VAC20-800-530-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that cots when being used for sleeping or napping by children other than infants had linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering that is open on three edges. Evidence: 1. The cots being utilized by children during this inspection did not have bottom covers. 2. Provider confirmed that they had not been using bottom covers.”
Aug 20, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not request a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which staff had resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Assistant provider #2 (hired 7/25/23) reported on their signed sworn statement that they had lived in Texas within the past five years. There was no documentation of a criminal history, central registry search, and sex offender search from Texas in the record for assistant provider #2. 2. Staff confirmed this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-120-B
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant's record contained all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant #2 did not contain documentation of two references being checked prior to hire. 2. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-200-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure the assistant provider completed orientation by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant provider #2 (hired 7/25/23) did not contain documentation of completing orientation. 2. Assistant #2 present during inspection confirmed they had not completed orientation.”
8VAC20-800-530-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that cots when being used for sleeping or napping by children other than infants had linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering that is open on three edges. Evidence: 1. The cots being utilized by children during this inspection did not have bottom covers. 2. Provider confirmed that they had not been using bottom covers.”
- Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-570-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider exceeded the 16 points per caregiver. Evidence: 1. There were 10 napping children in care with the substitute provider totaling 22 points at the time of the inspector's arrival. 2. The provider confirmed that there were 22 points in care with the substitute until her return.”
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Jul 19, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-570-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider exceeded the 16 points per caregiver. Evidence: 1. There were 10 napping children in care with the substitute provider totaling 22 points at the time of the inspector's arrival. 2. The provider confirmed that there were 22 points in care with the substitute until her return.”
Mar 24, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-800-830-C
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that documentation of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drills was maintained. Evidence: 1. The last shelter in place drill recorded was July 2021. 2. Provider and assistant reported that the drill had been completed but not recorded.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant provider had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant provider did not contain documentation of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The documentation available expired 10.23.21 2. The assistant provider confirmed that their certification had expired.”
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure the home had at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. There was no carbon monoxide detector in the home. 2. Provider confirmed that there was no carbon monoxide detector present during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant provider had current certification in first aid, as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant provider did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. The documentation available expired 10.23.21 2. The assistant provider confirmed that their certification had expired.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that children under two years of age and children over two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to stairs. Evidence: 1. There was no barrier preventing access to the stairs to the second floor. 2. Provider confirmed that they had not installed the gate to prevent access to the stairs.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation it was determined the provider did not ensure that all areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There are small of broken, exposed plaster and peeling paint in the main childcare room. 2. One of the components of the play kitchen rocked when pulled on, presenting a potential tip hazard.”
Mar 24, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
8VAC20-800-830-C
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that documentation of emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drills was maintained. Evidence: 1. The last shelter in place drill recorded was July 2021. 2. Provider and assistant reported that the drill had been completed but not recorded.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant provider had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant provider did not contain documentation of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). The documentation available expired 10.23.21 2. The assistant provider confirmed that their certification had expired.”
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure the home had at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. There was no carbon monoxide detector in the home. 2. Provider confirmed that there was no carbon monoxide detector present during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that the assistant provider had current certification in first aid, as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. The record for assistant provider did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. The documentation available expired 10.23.21 2. The assistant provider confirmed that their certification had expired.”
8VAC20-800-430-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure that children under two years of age and children over two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision shall not have access to stairs. Evidence: 1. There was no barrier preventing access to the stairs to the second floor. 2. Provider confirmed that they had not installed the gate to prevent access to the stairs.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation it was determined the provider did not ensure that all areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. There are small of broken, exposed plaster and peeling paint in the main childcare room. 2. One of the components of the play kitchen rocked when pulled on, presenting a potential tip hazard.”
Aug 1, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure emergency evacuation procedures were practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. The emergency evacuation drill log did not contain documentation for July 2022. 2. Provider confirmed an emergency evacuation drill was not practiced in July.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not obtain an updated 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. Evidence: 1. The TB screening documentation available for the provider and assistant provider was dated 12/15/19 and 9/23/19 respectively. 2. The provider confirmed updated TB screening forms were not available during this inspection.”
Aug 1, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not ensure emergency evacuation procedures were practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. The emergency evacuation drill log did not contain documentation for July 2022. 2. Provider confirmed an emergency evacuation drill was not practiced in July.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not obtain an updated 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. Evidence: 1. The TB screening documentation available for the provider and assistant provider was dated 12/15/19 and 9/23/19 respectively. 2. The provider confirmed updated TB screening forms were not available during this inspection.”
Mar 29, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider and assistant provider did not have current certification in in first aid. Evidence: 1. The documentation available showed that the provider's certification in first aid expired 6/24/20 and the assistant provider's expired 10/23/21. 2. The provider and assistant provider confirmed they did not have current certification in first aid.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider and assistant provider did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. The documentation available showed that the provider's certification in CPR expired 6/24/20 and the assistant provider's expired 10/23/21. 2. The provider and assistant provider confirmed they did not have current certification in CPR.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for child #2(enrolled 4/6/21) did not contain documentation of a physical exam. 2. Provider confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-320-E
“Based on observation it was determined the provider did not ensure that portable electric heaters in areas accessible to children had barriers. Evidence: There was an electric heater in use in the childcare area with no barrier.”
Mar 29, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-800-140-B-4
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider and assistant provider did not have current certification in in first aid. Evidence: 1. The documentation available showed that the provider's certification in first aid expired 6/24/20 and the assistant provider's expired 10/23/21. 2. The provider and assistant provider confirmed they did not have current certification in first aid.”
8VAC20-800-140-B-3
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider and assistant provider did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR), as appropriate to the age of the children in care. Evidence: 1. The documentation available showed that the provider's certification in CPR expired 6/24/20 and the assistant provider's expired 10/23/21. 2. The provider and assistant provider confirmed they did not have current certification in CPR.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for child #2(enrolled 4/6/21) did not contain documentation of a physical exam. 2. Provider confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
8VAC20-800-320-E
“Based on observation it was determined the provider did not ensure that portable electric heaters in areas accessible to children had barriers. Evidence: There was an electric heater in use in the childcare area with no barrier.”
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FAQ
Questions about Ms. Letitia Paige
Is Ms. Letitia Paige licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ms. Letitia Paige last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on March 18, 2026, with 5 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ms. Letitia Paige had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 7 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 Ms. Letitia Paige care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ms. Letitia Paige accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ms. Letitia Paige's hours?
Monday to Friday, Open 24 hours. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ms. Letitia Paige cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 397-1100 to ask.
What is Ms. Letitia Paige's phone number?
(757) 397-1100.
Where is Ms. Letitia Paige?
Portsmouth, VA 23704. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.