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Newport News, VA 23605 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Ms. Sylvia Bennette is a licensed home daycare in Hampton, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 8 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 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 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| 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 | 8 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Ms. Sylvia Bennette has not listed its tuition.
State record
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 12 visits · 28 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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8VAC20-800-210-A
“Caregivers shall obtain a minimum of 16 clock hours of training annually. The caregiver obtained 10 clock hours of the training annually.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Poisonous materials shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Poisonous substances and disinfectants were inside and outside of the home accessible to children in care.”
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 12/19/2025, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Repeat Violation The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. The most recent central registry check for Household Member #1 was overdue by four months.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Before the child's first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writing. The parents of Child #3 were not provided in writing complete information to parents related to whether or not there is liability insurance in force on the family day home operation, and provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan. Child has been in care for three months.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 was not completed and was overdue six months.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Before the child's first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writing. The parents of Child #3 were not provided in writing complete information to parents related to whether or not there is liability insurance in force on the family day home operation, and provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan. Child has been in care for three months.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. An updated TB screening for Caregiver #1 was not completed and was overdue six months.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include but limited chipped or peeling paint or visible cracks. The corner walls in the living room and hallway have areas where the drywall wall is cracked and broken exposing a sharp surface and there areas of chipped and peeling paint .”
8VAC20-770-40-D-5
“Household members 14 years of age and older must obtain the results of a central registry search by the end of the 30th day of residence. Household Member #2 did not have central registry results ( CPS ) during the inspection and has been residing in the home for more than 90 days and is required to have a CPS .”
22.1-289.036-A
“The family day home at the time of application did not require all adults living in the home to undergo a background check every five years. Household member #1 did not obtain an updated central registry check ( CPS ). The most recent one is outdated by 1 day and the provider did not submitted a request for an updated CPS .”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Areas and furnishings of the family day home, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include but limited chipped or peeling paint or visible cracks. The corner walls in the living room and hallway have areas where the drywall wall is cracked and broken exposing a sharp surface and there areas of chipped and peeling paint .”
8VAC20-770-40-D-5
“Household members 14 years of age and older must obtain the results of a central registry search by the end of the 30th day of residence. Household Member #2 did not have central registry results ( CPS ) during the inspection and has been residing in the home for more than 90 days and is required to have a CPS .”
22.1-289.036-A
“The family day home at the time of application did not require all adults living in the home to undergo a background check every five years. Household member #1 did not obtain an updated central registry check ( CPS ). The most recent one is outdated by 1 day and the provider did not submitted a request for an updated CPS .”
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be dated. The menu posted was dated for the week of 12-2-2024.”
8VAC20-790-180-A
“Each provider and adult household member shall have a current report of Tuberculosis Screening (TB) form, every two years from the date of the first screening. Household member #1 TB screening is overdue by 6 months.”
8VAC20-800-680-B
“Caregivers shall ensure that children's hands are washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating. Child #4 was observed eating and did not wash their hands prior to eating.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Poisonous substances shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Poisonous hygiene liquids and tablets were in the bathroom stored in unlocked cabinet, on the sink and on the bathtub rim and were accessible to children. These items were labeled "keep out of reach of children" and labeled with at least one other statement "warning", "flammable" and "hazardous".”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Children's records are required to contain all required information. . 1.The record for Child #2 was missing their insurance policy number. 2.The record for Child #3 was missing the employment phone number for one parent listed 3.The record for Child #4 was missing their insurance policy number and the employment phone number for one parent listed.”
8VAC20-790-170-G
“The vendor is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The records for Child #2 and Child #4 have allergies (hay fever and Rocephin) noted by physician and parents. There was no written list of children’s names listing their allergies.”
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on record review and vendor interviews, the vendor did not ensure to compete all required annual training. Evidence: Providers record did not include the annual department’s health and safety updated course, as the most recent one was was dated 3-23-2023”
8VAC20-800-450-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure doors with clear glass panels that reach within 18 inches of the floor shall be clearly marked with decorative objects such as pictures, artwork, or decals at the eye level of children in care. Evidence: The front door of the family day home is glass and there were no decals or decorative items on the glass.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Repeat Based on record review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to annually review with the parents required emergency contact information, to ensure the information is correct and obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the review. Evidence: The record for Child #2 did not have an updated annual review, the most recent review date was signed on 3-2-2023”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“Repeat Based on documentation review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. Evidence: The providers most recent documentation of an emergency update is dated 2016.”
8VAC20-800-1010
“Based on observation and provider interviews the provider did not ensure that during transportation of children each child is in an individual car seat or individual and appropriate restraint in accordance with Virginia law. Evidence: Three children were observed getting out of a vehicle after it pulled into the driveway of the family day home. The provider noted that they were returning from the store. Provider confirmed that they did not have the required individual car seats for Child # 1 (two years old) & Child #2 (two years old) and that those children shared one seat belt.”
8VAC20-800-980-B
“Based on record review, observation, and provider interviews the provider did not ensure to obtain written permission from the parent of each child for the provider to take the child off the premises of the family day home. Evidence: Three children were observed getting out of a vehicle after it pulled into the driveway of the family day home and provider noted they were returning from the store. Provider verified they did not have written permission to take the children off premises.”
8VAC20-800-990-B
“Based on documentation review, observation, and provider interviews the provider did not ensure that during transportation of children the driver has all the required items. Evidence: The provider confirmed they did not have the following documentation available for review in the vehicle that transported 3 children in care. 1.A copy of the parents written permission to transport the child. 2. A copy of each child’s emergency contact information as required.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record reviews and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue to obtain in addition to completion of first aid training and CPR training, a minimum of 16 hours of training annually. Evidence: The Provider only had documentation of 9 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-790-250-F
“Based on record review and vendor interviews, the vendor did not ensure to compete all required annual training. Evidence: Providers record did not include the annual department’s health and safety updated course, as the most recent one was was dated 3-23-2023”
8VAC20-800-450-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure doors with clear glass panels that reach within 18 inches of the floor shall be clearly marked with decorative objects such as pictures, artwork, or decals at the eye level of children in care. Evidence: The front door of the family day home is glass and there were no decals or decorative items on the glass.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Repeat Based on record review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to annually review with the parents required emergency contact information, to ensure the information is correct and obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the review. Evidence: The record for Child #2 did not have an updated annual review, the most recent review date was signed on 3-2-2023”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“Repeat Based on documentation review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. Evidence: The providers most recent documentation of an emergency update is dated 2016.”
8VAC20-800-1010
“Based on observation and provider interviews the provider did not ensure that during transportation of children each child is in an individual car seat or individual and appropriate restraint in accordance with Virginia law. Evidence: Three children were observed getting out of a vehicle after it pulled into the driveway of the family day home. The provider noted that they were returning from the store. Provider confirmed that they did not have the required individual car seats for Child # 1 (two years old) & Child #2 (two years old) and that those children shared one seat belt.”
8VAC20-800-980-B
“Based on record review, observation, and provider interviews the provider did not ensure to obtain written permission from the parent of each child for the provider to take the child off the premises of the family day home. Evidence: Three children were observed getting out of a vehicle after it pulled into the driveway of the family day home and provider noted they were returning from the store. Provider verified they did not have written permission to take the children off premises.”
8VAC20-800-990-B
“Based on documentation review, observation, and provider interviews the provider did not ensure that during transportation of children the driver has all the required items. Evidence: The provider confirmed they did not have the following documentation available for review in the vehicle that transported 3 children in care. 1.A copy of the parents written permission to transport the child. 2. A copy of each child’s emergency contact information as required.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record reviews and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue to obtain in addition to completion of first aid training and CPR training, a minimum of 16 hours of training annually. Evidence: The Provider only had documentation of 9 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Based on record review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to annually review with the parents required emergency contact information, to ensure the information is correct and obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the review. Evidence: The record for Child #4 had a parents review date signed on 4-20-2021.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“Based on documentation review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. Evidence: The providers most recent documentation of an emergency update is dated 2016.”
8VAC20-800-320-H
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure all flammable and combustible materials such as, but not limited to, matches, lighters, lighter fluid, kerosene, turpentine, oil and grease products, aerosol cans, and alcohol shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Evidence: There was candle burning on the stove and accessible to the children in care.”
8VAC20-800-680-B
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the caregivers shall ensure that children's hands are washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating. Evidence: Child #2 was observed eating on 2 separate occasions and did not wash their hands prior to eating.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates shall be stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: The bottom cabinet in the restroom was accessible to the children incare and there was a container of disinfectant and cleaner. These items were labeled "keep out of reach of children" and labeled with at least one other statement "warning", "flammable" and "hazardous".”
8VAC20-800-780-B
“Based on record review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to annually review with the parents required emergency contact information, to ensure the information is correct and obtain the parent's signed acknowledgment of the review. Evidence: The record for Child #4 had a parents review date signed on 4-20-2021.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“Based on documentation review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure to review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider shall document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. Evidence: The providers most recent documentation of an emergency update is dated 2016.”
8VAC20-800-320-H
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure all flammable and combustible materials such as, but not limited to, matches, lighters, lighter fluid, kerosene, turpentine, oil and grease products, aerosol cans, and alcohol shall be stored in an area inaccessible to children. Evidence: There was candle burning on the stove and accessible to the children in care.”
8VAC20-800-680-B
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the caregivers shall ensure that children's hands are washed with liquid soap and warm running water before eating. Evidence: Child #2 was observed eating on 2 separate occasions and did not wash their hands prior to eating.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates shall be stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: The bottom cabinet in the restroom was accessible to the children incare and there was a container of disinfectant and cleaner. These items were labeled "keep out of reach of children" and labeled with at least one other statement "warning", "flammable" and "hazardous".”
8VAC20-800-610-A
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue that the use of media such as, but not limited to, television, videos, video games, and computers shall be limited to not more than a total of two hours per day; and limited to programs, tapes, websites, and software that are produced for children or are suitable for children. Evidence: There were 4 children observed during their rest period and 3 were observed awake and watching television while laying on their cots. The provider confirmed the television program was a daytime soap opera and it had been on for approximately 45 minutes. The age range of children in care was 21 months to age 4.”
8VAC20-800-610-A
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue that the use of media such as, but not limited to, television, videos, video games, and computers shall be limited to not more than a total of two hours per day; and limited to programs, tapes, websites, and software that are produced for children or are suitable for children. Evidence: There were 4 children observed during their rest period and 3 were observed awake and watching television while laying on their cots. The provider confirmed the television program was a daytime soap opera and it had been on for approximately 45 minutes. The age range of children in care was 21 months to age 4.”
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and provider interview the licensee did not ensure that each building that houses a child day program that is licensed, that serves preschool-age children, shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: Provider confirmed there was no carbon monoxide detector.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record reviews and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue that caregivers had obtained in addition to completion of first aid training and CPR training, a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: The training hours documented and available for review for the provider only included 3 hours of the required 16 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on observation and vendor interviews, the vendor did not ensue to maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: There were four children observed in care during the inspection and only two children had the arrival time documented.”
22.1-289.058
“Based on observation and provider interview the licensee did not ensure that each building that houses a child day program that is licensed, that serves preschool-age children, shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: Provider confirmed there was no carbon monoxide detector.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record reviews and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue that caregivers had obtained in addition to completion of first aid training and CPR training, a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. Evidence: The training hours documented and available for review for the provider only included 3 hours of the required 16 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on observation and vendor interviews, the vendor did not ensue to maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: There were four children observed in care during the inspection and only two children had the arrival time documented.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on observation and vendor interviews, the vendor did not ensue to maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: The attendance sheet had 6 children's names listed. There were two children observed in care during the inspection. Only one child's name had the arrival time documented.”
8VAC20-800-530-A
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure cots being used for sleeping or napping by children other than infants shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering that is open on three edges. Evidence: Child #1 was observed sleeping on a cot and there was not a top cover available for use.”
8VAC20-800-530-C
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure that children who were resting / sleeping had linens that were assigned for individual use. Evidence: Child #1 was observed sleeping on a cot and the bottom sheet used was not assigned for use by an individual child.”
8VAC20-800-690-K
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue there was a toilet chair or an adult-sized toilet with an adapter seat available to a child being toilet trained. Evidence: The provider confirmed they did not have a toilet adapter seat for one child who is being toilet trained.”
8VAC20-800-730-D
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue medication for caregivers and household members, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: Two medications, (liquid cold /flu and liquid cold medicine) were observed on the window-sill in the kitchen. The kitchen window-sill was accessible to children in care. Provider indicated a household member had used the medication that morning.”
8VAC20-800-170-A
“Based on record review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue to obtain from each adult household member prior to coming into contact with children a current report of tuberculosis (TB) screening. Evidence: Household member #3 did not have a TB screening. This screening was required in December 2021. Household member #3 was observed with children.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on observation and vendor interviews, the vendor did not ensue to maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: The attendance sheet had 6 children's names listed. There were two children observed in care during the inspection. Only one child's name had the arrival time documented.”
8VAC20-800-530-A
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure cots being used for sleeping or napping by children other than infants shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering that is open on three edges. Evidence: Child #1 was observed sleeping on a cot and there was not a top cover available for use.”
8VAC20-800-530-C
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensure that children who were resting / sleeping had linens that were assigned for individual use. Evidence: Child #1 was observed sleeping on a cot and the bottom sheet used was not assigned for use by an individual child.”
8VAC20-800-690-K
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue there was a toilet chair or an adult-sized toilet with an adapter seat available to a child being toilet trained. Evidence: The provider confirmed they did not have a toilet adapter seat for one child who is being toilet trained.”
8VAC20-800-730-D
“Based on observation and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue medication for caregivers and household members, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: Two medications, (liquid cold /flu and liquid cold medicine) were observed on the window-sill in the kitchen. The kitchen window-sill was accessible to children in care. Provider indicated a household member had used the medication that morning.”
8VAC20-800-170-A
“Based on record review and provider interviews, the provider did not ensue to obtain from each adult household member prior to coming into contact with children a current report of tuberculosis (TB) screening. Evidence: Household member #3 did not have a TB screening. This screening was required in December 2021. Household member #3 was observed with children.”
22VAC40-111-170-A
“Based on record review of 2 household members and provider interviews, the provider failed to obtain documentation of each adult household member prior to coming into contact with children a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form published by the Virginia Department of Health or a form consistent with it documenting the absence of tuberculosis in a communicable form. Evidence: Household member #1 did not have documentation available for review that TB screening has ben conducted.”
22VAC40-111-100-A
“Based on record review of 2 children's records and provider interviews, the provider failed to 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: The record for child #2, (first date of attendance 4-20-2021) did not include a physical available for review during the inspection.”
22VAC40-111-170-A
“Based on record review of 2 household members and provider interviews, the provider failed to obtain documentation of each adult household member prior to coming into contact with children a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form published by the Virginia Department of Health or a form consistent with it documenting the absence of tuberculosis in a communicable form. Evidence: Household member #1 did not have documentation available for review that TB screening has ben conducted.”
22VAC40-111-100-A
“Based on record review of 2 children's records and provider interviews, the provider failed to 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: The record for child #2, (first date of attendance 4-20-2021) did not include a physical available for review during the inspection.”
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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 May 5, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 11 of 12 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.
8, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 344-3929 to ask.
(757) 344-3929.
Hampton, VA 23605. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.