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Noah's Ark Christian Preschool

8904 Yorkshire Lane, Manassas, VA 201114.8· 21 reviews
licensed capacity
75
open each week
5 days

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About Noah's Ark Christian Preschool

Noah's Ark Christian Preschool is a licensed child care center in Manassas, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 16 visits in the last 3 years and cited 44 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSchool-ageFaith-basedMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: as young as 6 weeks and as old as 6 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
75 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Manassas: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM; Winchester: Monday to Friday 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: As young as 6 weeks and as old as 6 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumWonder of Learning®
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsVirginia Child Care Subsidy
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
Licensed capacity75 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Noah's Ark Christian Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
75 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1106801
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Summary

16 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 19, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 13 of 16 visits · 44 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 18
  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Background checks 4
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Other rules 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. Aug 19, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-C Complaint related: Yes

      “The center is required to ensure that when children are in ongoing mixed age groups, the staff-to-children ratio and group size applicable to the youngest child in the group shall apply to the entire group. On 8/13/26 from approximately 8:40am until 9:00am one staff member was supervising nine children. The youngest child in the group at the time was two-years-old and required a ratio of one staff to eight children.”
  2. Apr 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Feb 17, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “The center is required to maintain a written record of daily attendance for each group of children that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. On 2/17/26, at approximately 11:19am, six infants were observed present in the Infant classroom. The attendance record contained documentation of only four infants present.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “The center is required to ensure that the center’s activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with these standards, the center’s own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department. The center’s safe sleep policies state that infants who fall asleep in a space other than their crib would be moved to a crib as soon as possible. On 2/17/26 at approximately 11:19am, a 12-month-old infant was observed sleeping in their car seat in the classroom. Interview revealed the infant had arrived at approximately 10:14am. The infant was not removed from their car seat until approximately 11:26am.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-570-B

      “Bottle fed infants who cannot hold their own bottles are required to be held when fed. Bottles are not allowed to be propped. On 2/17/26 an approximately 4.5-month-old infant was observed sitting in an infant seat with a blanket folded on their lap and chest with their bottle propped on the blanket.”
  4. Jan 21, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “The center is required to ensure that their procedures for administering medication include methods to prevent the use of outdated medication. On 1/21/26 an over-the-counter medication was observed onsite for Child F that expired in June 2025. Staff interview revealed the center was unaware that the medication was expired.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain documentation that each child has a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for Child B, who has been enrolled for more than nine months, did not contain documentation of a physical examination.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent are required to be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent inspection is required to be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent inspection was conducted on 12/16/25. The inspection that was posted on 1/21/26 was dated 8/26/25.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus is required to have a fall zone surrounding the equipment with resilient surfacing that meets the requirements for depth for the resilient surfacing material. On 1/21/26, there was less than three inches of pea gravel at the front of the yellow bus climber and the grey rock climber. There was less than six inches of pea gravel around the sides and back of the two climbers. Pea gravel requires a depth of six inches to be considered resilient.”
  5. Dec 16, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 17, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child C did not contain the address of a second designated person to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “The center is required to ensure all staff who work with children are informed of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. During the inspection the Licensing Inspector asked Staff #1 and Staff #2 in the infant classroom if any children in the class had food allergies. The staff reported there were no allergies in the classroom. Interview with other staff revealed that there was a child present in the infant room who has a diagnosed food allergy.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-530-A-1

      “At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present is required to have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate to the age of the children in care. The training is required to include an in-person competency demonstration. Staff #1 and Staff #2 were observed in the Infant classroom during the inspection on 11/17/25. Record review and interview revealed that the CPR certificates on record for the staff members were from an online-only class and did not include an in-person competency demonstration.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-D

      “In each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader or program director is required to be regularly present. On 11/17/25 Staff #2 was observed in the Infant classroom from approximately 2:35pm until 4:20pm. Staff #1 was also in the classroom from approximately 2:35pm until they transitioned to another classroom shortly after. Record review revealed that neither Staff #1 nor Staff #2 meets program leader qualifications.”
  7. Aug 26, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child that contains all of the required documentation. The record for Child C did not contain the work phone numbers for both parents.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “The center is required to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. The record for Child E contained documentation from a physician that the child is allergic to four foods. There was no care plan or instructions regarding steps to be taken in the event the child has a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides are required to be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. On 8/26/25, a container of antibacterial wipes was observed on a high open shelf in the Three’s classroom. Additional cleaning sprays were observed in the unlocked closet of the classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-L

      “Medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by written physician’s order, are required to be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. On 8/26/25, an emergency medication was observed in an unlocked closet in the Three’s classroom.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “The center is required to ensure that there is always at least one staff member on duty who has received daily health observation training within the past three years. On 8/26/25 staff reported that the center did not have anyone currently trained in daily health observation.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “The center is required to request the results of a central registry check for each staff member prior to employment. The center is then authorized to provisionally hire the employee while waiting for results if the employee is always under the direct supervision of another staff member who has all required background checks on file and current. On 8/26/25, Staff #1 was observed to be working alone in a classroom with children. The center had not yet received central registry results for Staff #1.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain documentation that each child has a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for Child E did not contain documentation of a physical and the child had been enrolled for six weeks.”
  8. Aug 26, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child that contains all of the required documentation. The record for Child C did not contain the work phone numbers for both parents.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “The center is required to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. The record for Child E contained documentation from a physician that the child is allergic to four foods. There was no care plan or instructions regarding steps to be taken in the event the child has a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides are required to be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. On 8/26/25, a container of antibacterial wipes was observed on a high open shelf in the Three’s classroom. Additional cleaning sprays were observed in the unlocked closet of the classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-L

      “Medication, except for those prescriptions designated otherwise by written physician’s order, are required to be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. On 8/26/25, an emergency medication was observed in an unlocked closet in the Three’s classroom.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “The center is required to ensure that there is always at least one staff member on duty who has received daily health observation training within the past three years. On 8/26/25 staff reported that the center did not have anyone currently trained in daily health observation.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “The center is required to request the results of a central registry check for each staff member prior to employment. The center is then authorized to provisionally hire the employee while waiting for results if the employee is always under the direct supervision of another staff member who has all required background checks on file and current. On 8/26/25, Staff #1 was observed to be working alone in a classroom with children. The center had not yet received central registry results for Staff #1.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain documentation that each child has a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for Child E did not contain documentation of a physical and the child had been enrolled for six weeks.”
  9. Jun 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Child records shall contain all of the required information. The record for Child B did not contain the name, address, and phone numbers of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “The center is required to obtain a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for Child B did not contain a physical. Child B was originally enrolled more than 21 months ago.”
  10. Apr 28, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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  1. Feb 24, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “The center is required to obtain documentation from staff of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years The subsequent TB screening for Staff #3 was more than two weeks past due.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to maintain a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions that is accessible to all staff who work with children. On 2/24/25, the allergy list in the Toddler room did not contain documentation of Child B’s food allergies. Child B is enrolled in the Toddler classroom and the allergy care plan for the child indicated allergies to more than seven foods.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening from staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation is required to have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The TB screening on record for Staff #1 was dated more than 10 months prior to employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to have employees and Board Officers undergo background checks every five years. The sworn statement on record for Board Officer #2 was past due by more than 23 months. The central registry results on record for Board Officer #2 were past due by five months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “(Repeat Violation) Playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus is required to have a fall zone surrounding the equipment with resilient surfacing that meets requirements for depth for the resilient surfacing material. On 2/24/25, there was less than three inches of pea gravel around the yellow bus climber and at the front of the grey rock climber. Pea gravel requires a depth of six inches to be considered resilient.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Staff are required to wash their hands with soap and running water after any contact with body fluids. On 2/24/25, a staff member was observed wiping the nose of a two-year-old, then using hand sanitizer.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “The center is required to maintain and keep at the center a record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child A was missing the home address of both emergency contacts. The record for Child E was missing both parents work phone numbers.”
  2. Feb 24, 2025Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “The center is required to obtain documentation from staff of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years The subsequent TB screening for Staff #3 was more than two weeks past due.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to maintain a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions that is accessible to all staff who work with children. On 2/24/25, the allergy list in the Toddler room did not contain documentation of Child B’s food allergies. Child B is enrolled in the Toddler classroom and the allergy care plan for the child indicated allergies to more than seven foods.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening from staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation is required to have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. The TB screening on record for Staff #1 was dated more than 10 months prior to employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to have employees and Board Officers undergo background checks every five years. The sworn statement on record for Board Officer #2 was past due by more than 23 months. The central registry results on record for Board Officer #2 were past due by five months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “(Repeat Violation) Playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus is required to have a fall zone surrounding the equipment with resilient surfacing that meets requirements for depth for the resilient surfacing material. On 2/24/25, there was less than three inches of pea gravel around the yellow bus climber and at the front of the grey rock climber. Pea gravel requires a depth of six inches to be considered resilient.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Staff are required to wash their hands with soap and running water after any contact with body fluids. On 2/24/25, a staff member was observed wiping the nose of a two-year-old, then using hand sanitizer.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “The center is required to maintain and keep at the center a record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child A was missing the home address of both emergency contacts. The record for Child E was missing both parents work phone numbers.”
  3. Aug 15, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a criminal history record check from all states in which a staff member had resided within the past five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #4, with an employment date of 5/23/24, contained documentation that the staff member had resided in Kentucky within the past five years. The criminal history check results on record from Kentucky were dated 6/11/24.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: The TB screening on record for Staff #3, with an employment date of 5/29/24, was dated 5/26/23.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure all staff who work with children were informed of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: On 8/15/24, Staff #5 was alone with three children in the infant classroom. The Inspector asked Staff #5 if any of the children had food allergies and Staff #5 reported that none of the children had food allergies. Child D was present in the classroom and record review and interview with other staff revealed that Child D had documented food allergies to grains, seed oils, processed sugar, and soy.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not maintain a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: The record for Child D, (date of enrollment 7/10/23) contained documentation of diagnosed allergies to grains, seed oils, processed sugar, and soy. Child D’s allergies were not documented on the allergy list in the classrooms.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, staff did not wash their hands with soap and running water after contact with body fluids, as required. Evidence: A staff member was observed wiping the nose of a two-year-old, then using hand sanitizer. Washing with soap and water is required when running water is available.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-F

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure that lockdown procedures were practiced at least annually. Evidence: The most recent lockdown drill was documented on 2/8/23.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on observation and review of documentation, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance for each group of children that documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurred. Evidence: On 8/15/24 at approximately 9:31am, three children were observed in the Infant classroom. The attendance contained documentation of two children present.”
  4. Aug 15, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a criminal history record check from all states in which a staff member had resided within the past five years prior to employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #4, with an employment date of 5/23/24, contained documentation that the staff member had resided in Kentucky within the past five years. The criminal history check results on record from Kentucky were dated 6/11/24.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: The TB screening on record for Staff #3, with an employment date of 5/29/24, was dated 5/26/23.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure all staff who work with children were informed of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: On 8/15/24, Staff #5 was alone with three children in the infant classroom. The Inspector asked Staff #5 if any of the children had food allergies and Staff #5 reported that none of the children had food allergies. Child D was present in the classroom and record review and interview with other staff revealed that Child D had documented food allergies to grains, seed oils, processed sugar, and soy.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not maintain a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: The record for Child D, (date of enrollment 7/10/23) contained documentation of diagnosed allergies to grains, seed oils, processed sugar, and soy. Child D’s allergies were not documented on the allergy list in the classrooms.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, staff did not wash their hands with soap and running water after contact with body fluids, as required. Evidence: A staff member was observed wiping the nose of a two-year-old, then using hand sanitizer. Washing with soap and water is required when running water is available.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-F

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure that lockdown procedures were practiced at least annually. Evidence: The most recent lockdown drill was documented on 2/8/23.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on observation and review of documentation, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance for each group of children that documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurred. Evidence: On 8/15/24 at approximately 9:31am, three children were observed in the Infant classroom. The attendance contained documentation of two children present.”
  5. Feb 6, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure that staff who work directly with children obtained and maintained current certification in first aid within 90 days of employment. . Evidence: 1. Staff #5, with an employment date of 10/2/23, did not have first aid certification. 2. The first aid certification for Staff #1 and Staff #4 expired on 1/22/24.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children obtained and maintained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #5, with an employment date of 10/2/23, did not have CPR certification. 2. The CPR certification for Staff #1 and Staff #4 expired on 1/22/24.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff obtained and submitted the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the last screening or testing. Evidence: The most recent TB screening on record for Staff #2 was dated 12/22/21.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that all staff who work with children were informed of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: On 2/6/24 Staff #2 was alone with eight children in the two-year-old classroom while the lead teacher was on break. The Licensing Inspector asked Staff #2 if any children in the room had food allergies. Staff #2 reported that no children had food allergies. Documentation and interview revealed that one of the children had emergency medication onsite for a peanut allergy.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure that annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: The most recent health inspection provided was dated 8/25/22.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “(REPEAT VIOLATION) Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the center did not ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under and around playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: On 2/6/24 the depth of the pea gravel under and around the yellow school bus climber was less than one inch deep. The pea gravel under and around the rock wall climber was approximately two to three inches deep. Resilient surfacing under and around the climbers is required to be at least six inches deep.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that children under 10 years of age were always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: On 2/6/24, two children from the four/five-year-old classroom were observed leaving the classroom and walking down a hallway and around a corner to use the restroom, out of the sight and sound supervision of the teacher.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on observation and review of documentation, the center did not ensure that when an authorization for medication expired, that the parent was notified that the medication needed to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization and medications that were not picked up by the parent within 14 days were disposed of by the center. Evidence: The medication authorization for two emergency medications for Child A expired on 1/19/24. Both medications were still observed onsite.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not ensure that the results of a central registry check were obtained for one staff every five years. Evidence: The most recent central registry results on record for Staff #3 were dated 8/31/18.”
  6. Feb 6, 2024Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure that staff who work directly with children obtained and maintained current certification in first aid within 90 days of employment. . Evidence: 1. Staff #5, with an employment date of 10/2/23, did not have first aid certification. 2. The first aid certification for Staff #1 and Staff #4 expired on 1/22/24.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure that all staff who work directly with children obtained and maintained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #5, with an employment date of 10/2/23, did not have CPR certification. 2. The CPR certification for Staff #1 and Staff #4 expired on 1/22/24.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not ensure that all staff obtained and submitted the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the last screening or testing. Evidence: The most recent TB screening on record for Staff #2 was dated 12/22/21.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-L

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that all staff who work with children were informed of children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: On 2/6/24 Staff #2 was alone with eight children in the two-year-old classroom while the lead teacher was on break. The Licensing Inspector asked Staff #2 if any children in the room had food allergies. Staff #2 reported that no children had food allergies. Documentation and interview revealed that one of the children had emergency medication onsite for a peanut allergy.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Based on review of documentation, the center did not ensure that annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: The most recent health inspection provided was dated 8/25/22.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “(REPEAT VIOLATION) Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the center did not ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under and around playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: On 2/6/24 the depth of the pea gravel under and around the yellow school bus climber was less than one inch deep. The pea gravel under and around the rock wall climber was approximately two to three inches deep. Resilient surfacing under and around the climbers is required to be at least six inches deep.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that children under 10 years of age were always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: On 2/6/24, two children from the four/five-year-old classroom were observed leaving the classroom and walking down a hallway and around a corner to use the restroom, out of the sight and sound supervision of the teacher.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on observation and review of documentation, the center did not ensure that when an authorization for medication expired, that the parent was notified that the medication needed to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization and medications that were not picked up by the parent within 14 days were disposed of by the center. Evidence: The medication authorization for two emergency medications for Child A expired on 1/19/24. Both medications were still observed onsite.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not ensure that the results of a central registry check were obtained for one staff every five years. Evidence: The most recent central registry results on record for Staff #3 were dated 8/31/18.”
  7. Aug 14, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a search of the central registry ( CPS ) within 30 days of employment for one staff. Evidence: The CPS check on record for Staff #1, with an employment date of 6/19/23, was dated 7/25/23.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance for each group of children that documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurred. Evidence: On 8/14/23 at approximately 10:16am, the attendance for the Infant classroom contained documentation of one child in attendance. There were three children present at the time. At approximately 10:46am, the attendance for the two-year-old classroom contained documentation of seven children in attendance. There were eight children present at the time.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “(Repeat violation) Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the center did not ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: On 8/14/23 the depth of the pea gravel under and around the yellow school bus climber on the playground was approximately two inches deep, or less in some areas. The pea gravel under and around the rock wall climber was approximately three inches deep. Resilient surfacing under and around the climbers is required to be at least six inches deep.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a criminal history record check from all states in which staff members have resided within the past five years prior to employment, or the results of a central registry check from all states in which staff members have resided within the past five years within 30 days of employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #4 contained documentation that the staff member had resided in Texas and Wisconsin within the past five years. There were no criminal history or central registry checks from Texas or Wisconsin on record for the staff member.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record search prior to employment for one staff. Evidence: The fingerprints on record for Staff #1, with an employment date of 6/19/23, were dated 6/27/23.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-E

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure that shelter in place procedures were practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The emergency drill log contained documentation of the last shelter in place drill being conducted on 7/27/22.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain all required documentation for staff records. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3, with an employment date of 7/12/23, contained documentation of references dated 7/21/23 and 7/26/23. Two references are required before employment. 2. The records for Staff #2 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by their job position.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “(Repeat violation) Based on review of five child records, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child E contained documentation that the child has diagnosed allergies to eggs and peanuts. There was no allergy care plan on record for Child E.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of five child records, the center did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance for two children. Evidence: There were no physicals on record for Child A, with a first day of attendance of 1/23/23, and Child C, with a first day of attendance of 6/5/23.”
  8. Aug 14, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a search of the central registry ( CPS ) within 30 days of employment for one staff. Evidence: The CPS check on record for Staff #1, with an employment date of 6/19/23, was dated 7/25/23.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance for each group of children that documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurred. Evidence: On 8/14/23 at approximately 10:16am, the attendance for the Infant classroom contained documentation of one child in attendance. There were three children present at the time. At approximately 10:46am, the attendance for the two-year-old classroom contained documentation of seven children in attendance. There were eight children present at the time.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “(Repeat violation) Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the center did not ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: On 8/14/23 the depth of the pea gravel under and around the yellow school bus climber on the playground was approximately two inches deep, or less in some areas. The pea gravel under and around the rock wall climber was approximately three inches deep. Resilient surfacing under and around the climbers is required to be at least six inches deep.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a criminal history record check from all states in which staff members have resided within the past five years prior to employment, or the results of a central registry check from all states in which staff members have resided within the past five years within 30 days of employment. Evidence: The record for Staff #4 contained documentation that the staff member had resided in Texas and Wisconsin within the past five years. There were no criminal history or central registry checks from Texas or Wisconsin on record for the staff member.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record search prior to employment for one staff. Evidence: The fingerprints on record for Staff #1, with an employment date of 6/19/23, were dated 6/27/23.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-E

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure that shelter in place procedures were practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The emergency drill log contained documentation of the last shelter in place drill being conducted on 7/27/22.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on review of four staff records, the center did not obtain all required documentation for staff records. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3, with an employment date of 7/12/23, contained documentation of references dated 7/21/23 and 7/26/23. Two references are required before employment. 2. The records for Staff #2 and Staff #4 did not contain documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by their job position.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “(Repeat violation) Based on review of five child records, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child E contained documentation that the child has diagnosed allergies to eggs and peanuts. There was no allergy care plan on record for Child E.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of five child records, the center did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance for two children. Evidence: There were no physicals on record for Child A, with a first day of attendance of 1/23/23, and Child C, with a first day of attendance of 6/5/23.”
  9. Feb 9, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the center did not ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: On 2/9/23 the depth of the pea gravel under and around the yellow school bus climber on the playground was approximately two inches deep, or less in some areas. Resilient surfacing under and around the climber is required to be at least six inches deep.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-J-3

      “Based on interview, the center did not ensure that children for whom emergency medication has been prescribed were always in the care of a staff member who met the requirements for medication administration. Evidence: There were six emergency medications observed on-site for three children on 2/9/23. Interview revealed that for the past two weeks, the two staff with current Medication Administration Training (MAT) have left the center at approximately 12:30pm and 3:00pm each day. There were no staff on-site with MAT training from approximately 3:00pm-6:00pm each day.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on review of five child records and interview with the Director, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child A contained documentation that the child has diagnosed allergies to eggs and peanuts. There was no allergy care plan on record for Child A.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The TB test on record for Staff #2, with an employment date of 11/7/22, was dated 1/11/23.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-2

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record search prior to employment for one staff. Evidence: The record for Staff #1, with an employment date of 1/9/23, did not contain the results of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record search.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-H

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that cribs met the Consumer Product Safety Commission Standards, as required. Evidence: On 2/9/23 a crib was observed in the Infant room with a manufactured date of 9/4/10. To meet the nationwide standards, cribs are required to be manufactured after 6/28/11.”
  10. Feb 9, 2023Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation and inspection of the playground, the center did not ensure that the required amount of resilient surfacing was under playground equipment with moving parts or climbing apparatus to create a sufficient fall zone. Evidence: On 2/9/23 the depth of the pea gravel under and around the yellow school bus climber on the playground was approximately two inches deep, or less in some areas. Resilient surfacing under and around the climber is required to be at least six inches deep.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-J-3

      “Based on interview, the center did not ensure that children for whom emergency medication has been prescribed were always in the care of a staff member who met the requirements for medication administration. Evidence: There were six emergency medications observed on-site for three children on 2/9/23. Interview revealed that for the past two weeks, the two staff with current Medication Administration Training (MAT) have left the center at approximately 12:30pm and 3:00pm each day. There were no staff on-site with MAT training from approximately 3:00pm-6:00pm each day.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on review of five child records and interview with the Director, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child A contained documentation that the child has diagnosed allergies to eggs and peanuts. There was no allergy care plan on record for Child A.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff member submitted documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The TB test on record for Staff #2, with an employment date of 11/7/22, was dated 1/11/23.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-2

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not obtain the results of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record search prior to employment for one staff. Evidence: The record for Staff #1, with an employment date of 1/9/23, did not contain the results of a national fingerprint-based criminal history record search.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-H

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that cribs met the Consumer Product Safety Commission Standards, as required. Evidence: On 2/9/23 a crib was observed in the Infant room with a manufactured date of 9/4/10. To meet the nationwide standards, cribs are required to be manufactured after 6/28/11.”
  11. Aug 10, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on review of four child records and interview with the director, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child A contained documentation that the child is allergic to eggs. There was no written care plan for the child from the doctor regarding the steps to be taken in the event of an allergic reaction.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on documentation review and interview with program staff, the center did not ensure that they maintained a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: Interview revealed that a toddler who was enrolled on 5/2/22 has an allergy to eggs. The child’s record contained documentation that they are allergic to eggs. The child was not listed on the center’s allergy list. The list also did not contain the date it was last updated.”
  12. Aug 10, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on review of four child records and interview with the director, the center did not obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: The record for Child A contained documentation that the child is allergic to eggs. There was no written care plan for the child from the doctor regarding the steps to be taken in the event of an allergic reaction.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on documentation review and interview with program staff, the center did not ensure that they maintained a current written list of all children’s allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. Evidence: Interview revealed that a toddler who was enrolled on 5/2/22 has an allergy to eggs. The child’s record contained documentation that they are allergic to eggs. The child was not listed on the center’s allergy list. The list also did not contain the date it was last updated.”
  13. Feb 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-B

      “Based on documentation review and interview, the center did not ensure that they obtained written authorization from the parent for medication. Evidence: Two emergency medications were on site for Child A on 2/10/22. There was no written authorization from the parent on site.”
  14. Feb 10, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-B

      “Based on documentation review and interview, the center did not ensure that they obtained written authorization from the parent for medication. Evidence: Two emergency medications were on site for Child A on 2/10/22. There was no written authorization from the parent on site.”

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 Noah's Ark Christian Preschool licensed?

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

When was Noah's Ark Christian Preschool last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 19, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 16 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Noah's Ark Christian Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 44 rules across 13 of 16 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 Noah's Ark Christian Preschool care for?

75, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Noah's Ark Christian Preschool accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Noah's Ark Christian Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Noah's Ark Christian Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 335-6624 to ask.

What is Noah's Ark Christian Preschool's phone number?

(703) 335-6624.

Where is Noah's Ark Christian Preschool?

8904 Yorkshire Lane, Manassas, VA 20111. The nearest other daycare we list is Manassas Park Parks & Recreation at Costello Park, 0.3 miles away.

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