Stepping Stones Learning Academy
205 N. Maple Avenue, Purcellville, VA
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Purcellville Children's Academy is a licensed child care center in Purcellville, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 171 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Little Yogi's (yoga), Alphabet Adventures, Tiny Picassos (art) |
| Licensed capacity | 171 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Purcellville Children's Academy has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 8, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 7 visits · 5 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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8VAC20-780-520-C
“If diaper ointment or cream is used, then these products shall be inaccessible to children. Diaper cream was observed accessible to the children in care within the Bears classroom's bathroom..”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances must be in a locked place that prevents access by children. In the Pre-K classroom, cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet, out of reach of children.”
8VAC20-780-130-E
“The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child #2, who was under the age of 2 years, had immunization documentation that was dated more then 11 months ago.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #4, enrolled for five months, was missing the following required component: Due to changes in the allergies of Child #4, the allergy plan was not updated.”
8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: No
“Based on interview and review, it was determined that a piece of equipment was maintained in an unsafe condition. Evidence - 1. On 04/08/2024, at approximately 10:30 am, Child #1 slid down the back of the changing table (from a standing position) on to the floor. Due to an opening in the back of the table, Child #1 sustained scratched to their back. 2. Normally, this table would have its back to a wall, however, the table was moved in order to provide better supervision of all children while staff changed diapers. 3. First Aid was administered to Child #1.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, an area inside the center was not maintained in a safe condition. Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (10/27/2023), the back wall within the "Lizard" room showed signs of damage. 2. The Center Director stated (during an interview conducted on the date of inspection) that this damage occurred when the "ABC" wall was removed leaving several visible spots where the tape had pulled away the top layer of paint and drywall.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on review, 1 of 20 staff files indicated that documentation that two or more references (as to character and reputation as well as competency) were checked before employment. Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (04/28/2023), the was 1 reference on file for Staff #19. 2. The start date for Staff #19 was listed as 02/13/2023.”
8VAC20-780-340-F
“Based on interview, (2) two children under 10 years of age were not always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence - 1. The Director stated (during in interview conducted on the date of inspection - 05/19/2022) that on 05/18/2022, starting at approximately 5:21 pm, both Child #1 (4 years of age) and Child #2 (4 years of age) were left unsupervised within a center classroom (Frogs Room). 2. Staff #1 was supervising 4 preschool children on the playground. Two of these children needed to use the restroom. Staff #1 knocked on the fire-door of the Frogs room for the children to come inside to use their restroom. Staff #2 opened the door for Staff #1. Staff #2 then left to go to another classroom. Staff #1 attempted to provide supervision for the 2 children still outside and the 2 children now inside by standing in the threshold of the door. Staff #1 then allowed the door to shut with Staff #1 on the outside. 3. Child #1 was observed by Staff #3 alone in the Frogs Room (Child #2 was using the restroom). Staff #3 took Child #1 up to the front desk to Staff #4. Both Staff #3 and Staff #4 returned to the Frogs Room and found Child #2. 4. Based on video tape, the total amount of time that Child #1 was out of actual sight and sound supervision was 27 seconds. The total amount of time that Child #2 was out of actual sight and sound supervision was 45 seconds. 5. This incident was self-reported to the Office of Child Care Health and Safety (Fairfax).”
8VAC20-780-420-E-1
“Based on observation, the daily record for an infant in care did not contain all of the required information. Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (04/29/2022), 30 minutes of tummy time for Child #3 was not recorded for 04/28/2022. 2. It was determined that Child #3 who was awake (on the date of inspection), cannot turn over by themselves.”
8VAC20-780-420-E-1
“Based on observation, the daily record for an infant in care did not contain all of the required information. Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (04/29/2022), 30 minutes of tummy time for Child #3 was not recorded for 04/28/2022. 2. It was determined that Child #3 who was awake (on the date of inspection), cannot turn over by themselves.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, a table for changing diapers was used for a children's activity. Evidence - 1. On the date of inspection (03/23/2022), within the Turtles Room, the changing table used for diapering was observed with three plates of paint. 2. The classroom staff stated that these plates of paint were to be used in an art activity for the children.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on interview, the center did not ensure that the center's activities, services were maintained in compliance with the center's own policies and procedures (that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department). Evidence - 1. The Center Director made a self-report to the Office of Child Care Health and Safety (Fairfax) of an incident that occurred on 02/22/2022 at approximately 10:15 am. 2. The Center Director stated (during an interview conducted on the date of inspection - 02/22/2022) that Child #1 (a four year-old) was left unsupervised in a classroom inside the center for approximately 1 minute. 3. It was also reported, that Staff #1 failed to follow center procedure by neglecting to administer a name-to-face roll call while transitioning out of the classroom. Center staff were instructed on name-to-face procedures during a training conducted (the day before) on 02/21/2022. 4. Once Staff #1 realized Child #1 was missing from the group, Child #1 was found in classroom hiding and unharmed. Child #1 was then returned to the rest of the group.”
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 3 of 7 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.
171, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 338-6203 to ask.
(540) 338-6203.
120 Ken Culbert Lane, Purcellville, VA 20132. The nearest other daycare we list is Stepping Stones Learning Academy, 0.2 miles away.