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Plaza Christian Academy

815 Baker Road, Virginia Beach, VA 234623.0· 2 reviews
licensed capacity
59
open each week
5 days

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About Plaza Christian Academy

Plaza Christian Academy is a licensed child care center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 59 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks - 5th grade
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
59 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks - 5th grade
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachFaith-based (interdenominational Christian)
CurriculumAbeka
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity59 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Plaza Christian Academy has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Plaza Christian Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
59 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#ID51286
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 8 visits · 12 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Safe sleep 1

For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Jun 17, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 22, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “When feeding tables are used the protective belt shall be fastened securely. In the junior toddler classroom, there were five children sitting at a feeding table without protective belts.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the two's classroom, there was a can of air freshener sitting on the desk and a container of couch cleaner/stain removernin an unlocked cabinet under the sink.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Annual approval from the health department shall be provided. The annual health inspection was expired by 3 months.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “The center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all the required information. The records for child 1 (enrolled for 6 months) and child 2 (enrolled for over 1 month) do not contain the addresses for the two emergency contacts.”
  3. Oct 22, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “When feeding tables are used the protective belt shall be fastened securely. In the junior toddler classroom, there were five children sitting at a feeding table without protective belts.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the two's classroom, there was a can of air freshener sitting on the desk and a container of couch cleaner/stain removernin an unlocked cabinet under the sink.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Annual approval from the health department shall be provided. The annual health inspection was expired by 3 months.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “The center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all the required information. The records for child 1 (enrolled for 6 months) and child 2 (enrolled for over 1 month) do not contain the addresses for the two emergency contacts.”
  4. Feb 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Repeat Violation Staff records shall include documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the experience required for the job position. The record for staff 1, who has been employed for five months, does not contain documentation that they possess the experience required for their job position.”
    • Food and nutrition

      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.”
  5. Feb 24, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Repeat Violation Staff records shall include documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the experience required for the job position. The record for staff 1, who has been employed for five months, does not contain documentation that they possess the experience required for their job position.”
    • Food and nutrition

      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.”
  6. Jan 7, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the records of child 1, child 2 or child 3, all of whom have been enrolled for over 2 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Sanitizer, disinfectant, multi-purpose cleaner and window/glass cleaner were in an unlocked cabinet above the sink in the infant room. Air freshener, sanitizer and disinfectant were also found on an open shelf in the toddler classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The TB screening for staff 1 was completed two days after the date of employment. Staff 4 has no documentation of a TB screening and has been employed for over two months. The TB screening for staff 5 was completed 2 months after the date of employment.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Staff records shall include a name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency, documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment and documentation to demonstrate the the individual possesses the education required for the job position. The records for staff 1, employed for 4 months, does not contain emergency contact information or documentation of two reference checks. The record for staff 2, employed for 4 months, does not contain emergency contact information, documentation of two reference checks or documentation that they possess the education required for their job position. The records for staff 3, employed for 4 months, does not contain emergency contact information and contains documentation of only one reference check. The records for staff 4, employed for over 2 months, does not contain emergency contact information, documentation of two reference checks or documentation that they possess the education required for their job position. The records for staff 5, employed for over 2 months, does not contain emergency contact information or documentation of two reference checks. The records for staff 6, employed for less than 1 week, does not contain emergency contact information or documentation of two reference checks.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire. Staff 3, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by 1 month.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Cots used by children during the designated rest period shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover. There were four children napping on cots that did not have a bottom cover.”
  7. Jan 7, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical examination in the records of child 1, child 2 or child 3, all of whom have been enrolled for over 2 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Sanitizer, disinfectant, multi-purpose cleaner and window/glass cleaner were in an unlocked cabinet above the sink in the infant room. Air freshener, sanitizer and disinfectant were also found on an open shelf in the toddler classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The TB screening for staff 1 was completed two days after the date of employment. Staff 4 has no documentation of a TB screening and has been employed for over two months. The TB screening for staff 5 was completed 2 months after the date of employment.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Staff records shall include a name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency, documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment and documentation to demonstrate the the individual possesses the education required for the job position. The records for staff 1, employed for 4 months, does not contain emergency contact information or documentation of two reference checks. The record for staff 2, employed for 4 months, does not contain emergency contact information, documentation of two reference checks or documentation that they possess the education required for their job position. The records for staff 3, employed for 4 months, does not contain emergency contact information and contains documentation of only one reference check. The records for staff 4, employed for over 2 months, does not contain emergency contact information, documentation of two reference checks or documentation that they possess the education required for their job position. The records for staff 5, employed for over 2 months, does not contain emergency contact information or documentation of two reference checks. The records for staff 6, employed for less than 1 week, does not contain emergency contact information or documentation of two reference checks.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire. Staff 3, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by 1 month.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-A

      “Cots used by children during the designated rest period shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover. There were four children napping on cots that did not have a bottom cover.”
  8. Aug 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited

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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Questions about Plaza Christian Academy

Is Plaza Christian Academy licensed?

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

When was Plaza Christian Academy last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Plaza Christian Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 6 of 8 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 Plaza Christian Academy care for?

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

Does Plaza Christian Academy accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Plaza Christian Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Plaza Christian Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 904-5026 to ask.

What is Plaza Christian Academy's phone number?

(757) 904-5026.

Where is Plaza Christian Academy?

815 Baker Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. The nearest other daycare we list is Enoch Baptist Church, 0.1 miles away.

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