Dana Harris
Portsmouth, VA 23703 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ms. Sonitha Blizzard
- licensed capacity
- 12
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Ms. Sonitha Blizzard
Ms. Sonitha Blizzard is a licensed home daycare in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
School-ageAccepts child care subsidy
Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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12 yr
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- Type
- Home daycare
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 12 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 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. Sonitha Blizzard has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Ms. Sonitha Blizzard
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 12 children
- Ages
- Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1109163
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 28, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 11 visits · 5 rules in all
- Background checks 2
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Records and paperwork 1
- Safety and hazards 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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- Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 were no physical exam records available for Child #1, who had been in care for eight weeks..”
Dec 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
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 were no physical exam records available for Child #1, who had been in care for eight weeks..”
- May 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 10, 2024Inspection2 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 6/11/2024, were not posted.”
22.1-289.035-A
“The provider and staff are required to undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check for caregiver #1 and caregiver #2 was not in the record.”
Dec 10, 2024Inspection2 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 6/11/2024, were not posted.”
22.1-289.035-A
“The provider and staff are required to undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check for caregiver #1 and caregiver #2 was not in the record.”
Jun 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances, and supplies such as cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, were stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. A container of Lysol wipes was observed on the toilet tank in the bathroom, and on an accessible shelf in the nap room. 2.The provider confirmed the containers were not in an inaccessible area.”
Jun 11, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances, and supplies such as cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, were stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. A container of Lysol wipes was observed on the toilet tank in the bathroom, and on an accessible shelf in the nap room. 2.The provider confirmed the containers were not in an inaccessible area.”
Dec 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on record review and interviews, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that all employees undergo a background check prior to employment and every five years thereafter. Evidence: 1.The records for staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain the required fingerprint-based criminal history record search and determination letter for renewal searches. 2. The staff records contained criminal background searches dated 11/3/2023, using an incorrect search process. 3. The provider confirmed the renewal criminal history searches were completed with the wrong search process.”
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Dec 6, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on record review and interviews, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that all employees undergo a background check prior to employment and every five years thereafter. Evidence: 1.The records for staff #3 and staff #4 did not contain the required fingerprint-based criminal history record search and determination letter for renewal searches. 2. The staff records contained criminal background searches dated 11/3/2023, using an incorrect search process. 3. The provider confirmed the renewal criminal history searches were completed with the wrong search process.”
Jun 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on a review of five child records, it was determined that the licensee did not ensure that the record for each child contains all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1 did not indicate whether or no the child previously attended child care. 2. The record for child #3 did not indicate whether or no the child previously attended child care. 3. The record for child #5 did not indicate whether or no the child previously attended child care. 4. Caregiver #1 confirmed that the records for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not contain all of the required items.”
Jun 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on a review of five child records, it was determined that the licensee did not ensure that the record for each child contains all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for child #1 did not indicate whether or no the child previously attended child care. 2. The record for child #3 did not indicate whether or no the child previously attended child care. 3. The record for child #5 did not indicate whether or no the child previously attended child care. 4. Caregiver #1 confirmed that the records for child #1, child #3 and child #5 did not contain all of the required items.”
- Dec 6, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 6, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Ms. Sonitha Blizzard
Is Ms. Sonitha Blizzard licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ms. Sonitha Blizzard last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 28, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ms. Sonitha Blizzard had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 8 of 11 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Ms. Sonitha Blizzard care for?
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Ms. Sonitha Blizzard accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Ms. Sonitha Blizzard's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ms. Sonitha Blizzard cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 638-3092 to ask.
What is Ms. Sonitha Blizzard's phone number?
(757) 638-3092.
Where is Ms. Sonitha Blizzard?
Portsmouth, VA 23703. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.