Terry Landy
Portsmouth, VA 23707 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Patricia Bly is a licensed home daycare in Portsmouth, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children, serving school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM to 4:00 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 26 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | School-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Patricia Bly has not listed its tuition.
State record
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 21, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 26 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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8VAC20-800-280
“Potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies shall be stored away from food in areas inaccessible to children. There was a disinfectant spray on a sink in the bathroom that children use. The spray was accessible to the children in care.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“A child's record shall contain all the required information. The records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain all information required to be in children's records.”
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall be given to parents or posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. There was no menu given to parents or posted at the family day home on the day of the inspection.”
22.1-289.058
“Each building that was built before 2015 and that houses a child day program that is licensed that serves preschool-age children shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. There was not at least one carbon monoxide detector in the home on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-890
“When food is brought from home, the following shall apply: the food container shall be clearly labeled in a way that identifies the owner. The lunches for the children in care were not labeled to identify each owner, which is required.”
8VAC20-800-320-A
“Small electrical appliances shall be unplugged unless being used by the caregiver or with children under close supervision. There were three small appliances plugged in and not being used. The appliances were located in the kitchen of the home.”
22.1-289.057-A
“The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
22.1-289.058
“Each building that was built before 2015 and that houses a child day program that is licensed that serves preschool-age children shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. There was not at least one carbon monoxide detector in the home on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-890
“When food is brought from home, the following shall apply: the food container shall be clearly labeled in a way that identifies the owner. The lunches for the children in care were not labeled to identify each owner, which is required.”
8VAC20-800-320-A
“Small electrical appliances shall be unplugged unless being used by the caregiver or with children under close supervision. There were three small appliances plugged in and not being used. The appliances were located in the kitchen of the home.”
22.1-289.057-A
“The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
22.1-289.057-A
“The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“The family day home shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations for a child once every six months for children under the age of two years. There was no documentation in Child #1's (enrolled for a year) record to show that additional immunizations were received, which is required for children under two.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“The caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. There was no documentation to show that Caregiver #1 has completed 16 hours of annual training in 2024.”
8VAC20-800-1000
“The provider shall ensure that the vehicle used for transportation: meets the safety standards set by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. The inspection stickers on the provider's vehicle, which is used for transportation, were expired.”
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall list any substituted food. On the day of the inspection, what children were served for breakfast was not listed as a substitute on the menu.”
8VAC20-800-880
“When family day homes provide meals or snacks, the following shall apply: family day homes shall follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of a recognized authority such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). On the day of the inspection, only two of the three nutritional requirements were served for breakfast.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall 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. The emergency preparedness plan available for review was not reviewed and/or updated annually, which is required.”
22.1-289.057-A
“The program is required to submit to VDH and implement a plan to test potable water for lead. The program did not have evidence of a testing plan submitted to VDH and/or the program did not have evidence of the implementation of the required testing plan.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“The family day home shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations for a child once every six months for children under the age of two years. There was no documentation in Child #1's (enrolled for a year) record to show that additional immunizations were received, which is required for children under two.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“The caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. There was no documentation to show that Caregiver #1 has completed 16 hours of annual training in 2024.”
8VAC20-800-1000
“The provider shall ensure that the vehicle used for transportation: meets the safety standards set by the Virginia Department of Motor Vehicles. The inspection stickers on the provider's vehicle, which is used for transportation, were expired.”
8VAC20-800-920
“When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period shall list any substituted food. On the day of the inspection, what children were served for breakfast was not listed as a substitute on the menu.”
8VAC20-800-880
“When family day homes provide meals or snacks, the following shall apply: family day homes shall follow the most recent, age-appropriate nutritional requirements of a recognized authority such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). On the day of the inspection, only two of the three nutritional requirements were served for breakfast.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“The provider shall 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. The emergency preparedness plan available for review was not reviewed and/or updated annually, which is required.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The results of the most recent inspection were not posted at the family day home, which is required.”
8VAC20-800-1000
“The provider shall ensure that the vehicle used for transportation meets all the requirements. The van used for transportation of children at the family day home had inspection stickers dated 4/2024, which were expired.”
8VAC20-800-940-A
“Temperatures shall be maintained at or below 40?F in refrigerator compartments and at or below 0?F in the freezer compartments. At the time of the inspection, the temperature reading in the freezer was 32?F, which is above the required freezer temperature.”
8VAC20-820-120-A-6
“A facility or an agency shall operate within the terms of its license: for childcare facilities or agencies, the age range of children for whom care may be provided. On the family day home’s license, the age ranges of children for whom care may be provided for are 2?5-year-olds. At the time of the inspection, a one-year-old was in care, which is not included in the ages the licensee is licensed to provide care for.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The results of the most recent inspection were not posted at the family day home, which is required.”
8VAC20-800-1000
“The provider shall ensure that the vehicle used for transportation meets all the requirements. The van used for transportation of children at the family day home had inspection stickers dated 4/2024, which were expired.”
8VAC20-800-940-A
“Temperatures shall be maintained at or below 40?F in refrigerator compartments and at or below 0?F in the freezer compartments. At the time of the inspection, the temperature reading in the freezer was 32?F, which is above the required freezer temperature.”
8VAC20-820-120-A-6
“A facility or an agency shall operate within the terms of its license: for childcare facilities or agencies, the age range of children for whom care may be provided. On the family day home’s license, the age ranges of children for whom care may be provided for are 2?5-year-olds. At the time of the inspection, a one-year-old was in care, which is not included in the ages the licensee is licensed to provide care for.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on record review it was determined the vendor did not ensure that a written hard copy of daily attendance was maintained that documents the arrival and departure of each child as it occurs. Evidence: The attendance record for child #3, #5, #6 and #7 was not completed with the children’s arrival times. These children were in attendance on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-940-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure that temperatures are maintained at or below 0?F in the freezer. Evidence: 1.The thermometer in the freezer had a reading of 4?F.”
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure that protective covers be installed on all unused electrical outlets. Evidence: 1.There were three electrical outlets that were missing covers in the family day home. a. One of the outlets was in the main playroom, where children were observed participating in the daily routine.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure that areas of the family day home, inside and outside, are maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1.In the outdoor patio area, there was splintered and deteriorating wood, peeling paint and a nail protruding on a windowpane. 2. In the yard where children play, there was Poison Ivy growing at the base and on the tree trunk. 3. In the kitchen foyer, there was a light switch cover that was cracked, posing as a pinch hazard.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and interview the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances be stored in areas inaccessible to children and away from food. Evidence: 1.There were cleaning agents such as disinfectant wipes and air refresher on top of the cubby area in the main playroom. a.The manufacturer’s labels read ?Keep Out of Reach of Children.? 2.There was a multi-purpose cleaner, witch hazel, and hydrogen peroxide stored in a low cabinet, in the bathroom. a.Children were observed entering and exiting the bathroom. 3.There were two nonprescription medications on a shelf in the kitchen foyer. 4.A kitchen drawer contained a lighter and Gorilla glue. 5.On a kitchen countertop, there were cleaning agents such as air freshener, disinfectant cleaner, and bleach. a. The manufacturer’s labels read ?Keep Out of Reach of Children? on the cleaning agents. b. The bleach was stored next to a bottle of mustard. 6.The provider confirmed that the materials listed were accessible to the children in care.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record review and interviews, it was determined the provider did not ensure that in addition to satisfactory completion of first aid training and CPR training, caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. 1. For the year of 2023 caregiver #2 had only 3 of the 16 hours of annual training hours required.”
8VAC20-790-180-B
“Based on record review it was determined the vendor did not ensure that a written hard copy of daily attendance was maintained that documents the arrival and departure of each child as it occurs. Evidence: The attendance record for child #3, #5, #6 and #7 was not completed with the children’s arrival times. These children were in attendance on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-800-940-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure that temperatures are maintained at or below 0?F in the freezer. Evidence: 1.The thermometer in the freezer had a reading of 4?F.”
8VAC20-800-320-B
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure that protective covers be installed on all unused electrical outlets. Evidence: 1.There were three electrical outlets that were missing covers in the family day home. a. One of the outlets was in the main playroom, where children were observed participating in the daily routine.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation the provider did not ensure that areas of the family day home, inside and outside, are maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1.In the outdoor patio area, there was splintered and deteriorating wood, peeling paint and a nail protruding on a windowpane. 2. In the yard where children play, there was Poison Ivy growing at the base and on the tree trunk. 3. In the kitchen foyer, there was a light switch cover that was cracked, posing as a pinch hazard.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and interview the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances be stored in areas inaccessible to children and away from food. Evidence: 1.There were cleaning agents such as disinfectant wipes and air refresher on top of the cubby area in the main playroom. a.The manufacturer’s labels read ?Keep Out of Reach of Children.? 2.There was a multi-purpose cleaner, witch hazel, and hydrogen peroxide stored in a low cabinet, in the bathroom. a.Children were observed entering and exiting the bathroom. 3.There were two nonprescription medications on a shelf in the kitchen foyer. 4.A kitchen drawer contained a lighter and Gorilla glue. 5.On a kitchen countertop, there were cleaning agents such as air freshener, disinfectant cleaner, and bleach. a. The manufacturer’s labels read ?Keep Out of Reach of Children? on the cleaning agents. b. The bleach was stored next to a bottle of mustard. 6.The provider confirmed that the materials listed were accessible to the children in care.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on record review and interviews, it was determined the provider did not ensure that in addition to satisfactory completion of first aid training and CPR training, caregivers shall obtain a minimum of sixteen clock hours of training annually in areas relevant to their job responsibilities. 1. For the year of 2023 caregiver #2 had only 3 of the 16 hours of annual training hours required.”
8VAC20-800-790
“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined the licensee did not ensure that the required telephone numbers are posted in a visible area, close to the telephone. 1. The phone number for the responsible person for emergency backup care was not posted. 2. The provider confirmed the backup emergency care information was not posted.”
8VAC20-800-830-C
“Based on record review and interviews, it was determined the provider did not ensure that shelter-in-place procedures are practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of two shelter in place practice drills. 2. The provider confirmed there was no documentation of shelter in place shelter practice drills.”
8VAC20-800-790
“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined the licensee did not ensure that the required telephone numbers are posted in a visible area, close to the telephone. 1. The phone number for the responsible person for emergency backup care was not posted. 2. The provider confirmed the backup emergency care information was not posted.”
8VAC20-800-830-C
“Based on record review and interviews, it was determined the provider did not ensure that shelter-in-place procedures are practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of two shelter in place practice drills. 2. The provider confirmed there was no documentation of shelter in place shelter practice drills.”
8VAC20-800-30-E
“Based on observation and interview it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the home's activities, and services are conducive to the welfare of children in care. Evidence: 1. Children were observed eating lunch upon arrival to the home at 1:45pm. The children, age range of 12 months to 3 years old, did not nap after lunch which was listed as the next activity to the daily schedule. 2. Child #2, age 2, was observed face down on the floor asleep after lunch. 3. Staff #1 stated that the children do not nap granted it was listed on the schedule. 4. The provider did not have cots or mats for the children to sleep during scheduled nap time.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent tuberculosis screening for caregivers and household member shall be obtain for each caregiver in accordance with the requirements in 8VAC20-800-170, every two years from the date of the first screening or more frequently as recommended by a physician or the local health department. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated June 1, 2020. 2. Staff #2 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated June 1, 2020. 3. Staff #1 confirmed that both their tuberculosis screening and Staff #2?s screening are expired.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as cleaning agents, and disinfectants be stored away inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom, there was a bottle of disinfectant spray with the warning label, ?Keep out of reach of children? directly on top of the commode in reach of children in care. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the bottle of disinfectant was in reach of children.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider failed to ensure that the emergency evacuation procedures be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. The last evacuation drill conducted in the home was October 3, 2022. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that there was no evacuation drill completed for this year; Staff #1 confirmed that the last evacuation drill was conducted on October 3, 2022.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that children’s record contain the following information: Emergency contact information including: a. Name, home address, and telephone number of each parent who has custody; name, address and telephone number of each custodial parents place of employment; and the name, address and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (date of enrollment 03/06/2023) was missing one of the two required emergency contacts in case of an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. 2. Child #2 (date of enrollment 09/27/2021) was missing both emergency contacts and the mother’s work phone number to their record. 3. Child #3 (date of enrollment 09/27/2021) was missing both emergency contacts and the mother’s work phone number to their record. 4. Child #4 was missing the father’s work phone number to their record. 5. Staff #1 confirmed that Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were missing either emergency contacts and/or parents work phone numbers to their file.”
8VAC20-800-870-G
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the general requirements for meals and snacks is that the tables and high chair trays be cleaned after each use. Evidence: 1. Directly after the children had lunch, the tables were not cleaned. The provider responded with the following: Provider will ensure that the tables are cleaned directly after each meal or snack.”
8VAC20-800-920
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the menu for the current one-week period shall 1. Be dated; 2. Be given to parents or posted or placed in an area accessible to parents; Evidence: 1. The menu posted on the parent board was for the month of March. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the parents are not notified nor is the menu posted for the parents. 3. Staff #1 confirmed that the children’s meals and snacks for the week are not posted with the correct date and week.”
8VAC20-800-30-E
“Based on observation and interview it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the home's activities, and services are conducive to the welfare of children in care. Evidence: 1. Children were observed eating lunch upon arrival to the home at 1:45pm. The children, age range of 12 months to 3 years old, did not nap after lunch which was listed as the next activity to the daily schedule. 2. Child #2, age 2, was observed face down on the floor asleep after lunch. 3. Staff #1 stated that the children do not nap granted it was listed on the schedule. 4. The provider did not have cots or mats for the children to sleep during scheduled nap time.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent tuberculosis screening for caregivers and household member shall be obtain for each caregiver in accordance with the requirements in 8VAC20-800-170, every two years from the date of the first screening or more frequently as recommended by a physician or the local health department. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated June 1, 2020. 2. Staff #2 has an expired tuberculosis screening dated June 1, 2020. 3. Staff #1 confirmed that both their tuberculosis screening and Staff #2?s screening are expired.”
8VAC20-800-280
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as cleaning agents, and disinfectants be stored away inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom, there was a bottle of disinfectant spray with the warning label, ?Keep out of reach of children? directly on top of the commode in reach of children in care. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the bottle of disinfectant was in reach of children.”
8VAC20-800-830-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider failed to ensure that the emergency evacuation procedures be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care during all shifts that children are in care. Evidence: 1. The last evacuation drill conducted in the home was October 3, 2022. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that there was no evacuation drill completed for this year; Staff #1 confirmed that the last evacuation drill was conducted on October 3, 2022.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that children’s record contain the following information: Emergency contact information including: a. Name, home address, and telephone number of each parent who has custody; name, address and telephone number of each custodial parents place of employment; and the name, address and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (date of enrollment 03/06/2023) was missing one of the two required emergency contacts in case of an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. 2. Child #2 (date of enrollment 09/27/2021) was missing both emergency contacts and the mother’s work phone number to their record. 3. Child #3 (date of enrollment 09/27/2021) was missing both emergency contacts and the mother’s work phone number to their record. 4. Child #4 was missing the father’s work phone number to their record. 5. Staff #1 confirmed that Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were missing either emergency contacts and/or parents work phone numbers to their file.”
8VAC20-800-870-G
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that the general requirements for meals and snacks is that the tables and high chair trays be cleaned after each use. Evidence: 1. Directly after the children had lunch, the tables were not cleaned. The provider responded with the following: Provider will ensure that the tables are cleaned directly after each meal or snack.”
8VAC20-800-920
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the menu for the current one-week period shall 1. Be dated; 2. Be given to parents or posted or placed in an area accessible to parents; Evidence: 1. The menu posted on the parent board was for the month of March. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the parents are not notified nor is the menu posted for the parents. 3. Staff #1 confirmed that the children’s meals and snacks for the week are not posted with the correct date and week.”
22VAC40-665-230-B
“Based on a review of two caregiver records and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that within the first 90 days of employment or service all caregivers shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. The record for caregiver #1 did not contain documentation to demonstrate that the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff was completed. 2. Caregiver #2 confirmed that caregiver #1 had not completed Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on a review of two staff records, it was determined that the Licensee did not ensure that staff shall complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. Evidence: 1. The records Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2 were reviewed and did not contain documentation that any of the staff had completed the required 16 hours of annual training. 2. Caregiver #2 confirmed that neither caregiver had not completed the required 16 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-800-690-E
“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that disposable diapers shall be disposed of in a leak-proof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence: 1. The Licensing Inspector observed caregiver #1 complete a diaper change, but did not see a foot operated trash can. 2. Caregiver #2 confirmed that there was not a leak-proof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the caregiver's hand nor the soiled diaper or wipe touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of two caregiver records, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that they obtain a copy of the results of a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. The record for caregiver #1 did not contain documentation of a completed search of the central registry finding and sex offender registry check from North Carolina. The sworn statement indicated caregiver #1 had previously lived in North Carolina within the last 5 years. 2. Caregiver #2 reviewed the record, and confirmed that the search of the central registry finding and sex offender registry check from North Carolina has not been received for caregiver #1.”
22VAC40-665-230-B
“Based on a review of two caregiver records and interview, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that within the first 90 days of employment or service all caregivers shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. The record for caregiver #1 did not contain documentation to demonstrate that the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff was completed. 2. Caregiver #2 confirmed that caregiver #1 had not completed Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Based on a review of two staff records, it was determined that the Licensee did not ensure that staff shall complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. Evidence: 1. The records Caregiver #1 and Caregiver #2 were reviewed and did not contain documentation that any of the staff had completed the required 16 hours of annual training. 2. Caregiver #2 confirmed that neither caregiver had not completed the required 16 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-800-690-E
“Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the provider did not ensure that disposable diapers shall be disposed of in a leak-proof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence: 1. The Licensing Inspector observed caregiver #1 complete a diaper change, but did not see a foot operated trash can. 2. Caregiver #2 confirmed that there was not a leak-proof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the caregiver's hand nor the soiled diaper or wipe touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on a review of two caregiver records, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that they obtain a copy of the results of a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. The record for caregiver #1 did not contain documentation of a completed search of the central registry finding and sex offender registry check from North Carolina. The sworn statement indicated caregiver #1 had previously lived in North Carolina within the last 5 years. 2. Caregiver #2 reviewed the record, and confirmed that the search of the central registry finding and sex offender registry check from North Carolina has not been received for caregiver #1.”
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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 April 21, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 26 rules across 11 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.
12, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 8:45 AM to 4:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 215-8194 to ask.
(757) 215-8194.
Portsmouth, VA 23707. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.