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Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center

1115 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23455
licensed capacity
130
open each week
5 days

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About Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center

Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 130 children, serving toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 32 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

Ages served: toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
130 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesToddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity130 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
130 children
Ages
Toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1108674
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Summary

15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 23, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 15 of 15 visits · 32 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 11
  • Records and paperwork 7
  • Building, equipment and play areas 5
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Transportation 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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. Jul 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with the center's own policies. The center did not follow their own playground supervision policies, which states, ?Circulate. Never stand next to another teacher and ?One teacher should stand near high equipment when children are playing on it.? On June 26, 2026, the staff on the playground were observed sitting at a table next to each other while children were playing on high equipment. Staff were not circulating or near the high equipment, as the policy states.”
  2. Jul 23, 2026Visit1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with the center's own policies. The center did not follow their own playground supervision policies, which states, ?Circulate. Never stand next to another teacher and ?One teacher should stand near high equipment when children are playing on it.? On June 26, 2026, the staff on the playground were observed sitting at a table next to each other while children were playing on high equipment. Staff were not circulating or near the high equipment, as the policy states.”
  3. Jul 23, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with the center's own policies. The center did not follow their own playground supervision policies, which states, ?Circulate. Never stand next to another teacher and ?One teacher should stand near high equipment when children are playing on it.? On June 26, 2026, the staff on the playground were observed sitting at a table next to each other while children were playing on high equipment. Staff were not circulating or near the high equipment, as the policy states.”
  4. Apr 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in an operable condition. The following maintenance issues were observed inside and outside: Peeling paint on multiple walls in the center, dry wall peeling and a pile of the sediment on the floor of the school age bathroom, hole in the wall under the observation window in school age classroom and part of the playground fencing not secured to the poles.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-245-J

      “Any child for whom emergency medications (such as albuterol, glucagon, and epinephrine auto injector) have been prescribed shall always be in the care of a staff member who is certified in Medication Administration. The center had children’s medication on site and the medication administration training certificates for the staff working were expired.”
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-780-550-K

      “The center shall prepare a document containing local emergency contact information, potential shelters, hospitals, evacuation routes, etc., This document must be kept in vehicles that centers use to transport children to and from the center. The transportation vehicles did not have documentation of evacuation routes and information to local hospitals.”
  5. Sep 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: phone number of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number of each parent who has custody and address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 was missing a phone number for one emergency contact. The record for child #2 was missing the phone number for both parents, the work number for one parent and the address for both emergency contacts. and Child #3 were missing the work phone number for both parents. The children have been in care for at least three months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #2 and was missing documentation of a completed physical examination. The children were has been in care for at least a year.”
    • 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. A bottle of hand sanitizer and two cans of air freshener spray were unlocked and accessible to children in the three and four year old classroom. All items had the keep out if reach of children label.”
  6. Sep 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: phone number of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number of each parent who has custody and address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 was missing a phone number for one emergency contact. The record for child #2 was missing the phone number for both parents, the work number for one parent and the address for both emergency contacts. and Child #3 were missing the work phone number for both parents. The children have been in care for at least three months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #2 and was missing documentation of a completed physical examination. The children were has been in care for at least a year.”
    • 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. A bottle of hand sanitizer and two cans of air freshener spray were unlocked and accessible to children in the three and four year old classroom. All items had the keep out if reach of children label.”
  7. Sep 17, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: phone number of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number of each parent who has custody and address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 was missing a phone number for one emergency contact. The record for child #2 was missing the phone number for both parents, the work number for one parent and the address for both emergency contacts. and Child #3 were missing the work phone number for both parents. The children have been in care for at least three months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #2 and was missing documentation of a completed physical examination. The children were has been in care for at least a year.”
    • 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. A bottle of hand sanitizer and two cans of air freshener spray were unlocked and accessible to children in the three and four year old classroom. All items had the keep out if reach of children label.”
  8. Apr 22, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A Complaint related: No

      “The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations before the child can attend the center. The record for child #2 who has been in care for over a month and was present at the center did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A Complaint related: No

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of the home address of each parent who has custody and viewing proof of the child's identity and age. The record for child #1 did not have documentation of the full address of each parent.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-400-A Complaint related: Yes

      “In order to promote the child's physical, intellectual, emotional, and social wellbeing and growth, staff shall interact with the child to provide needed help, comfort and support. Staff #1 was observed using a harsh tone while correcting their behavior of child #1 (age 4 years)”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-410-1 Complaint related: Yes

      “The following actions or threats thereof are forbidden: Roughly handling a child. Staff #1 was observed holding child #1 (age 4 years) down on to prevent them from getting up from their cot during nap time.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A Complaint related: No

      “Each child shall have a physical examination before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #2, who has been in care for over a month and was present at the center did not have documentation on a physical examination.”
  9. Feb 7, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Within the first 90 days of employment all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Staff #1 who has been working at the center for the past eight months did not complete the Virginia pre-service training withing 90 days.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: Address of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number and place of employment of each parent who has custody and name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 and Child #3 were missing the work phone number for both parents. The record for Child #2 was missing the work phone number and place of employment for one parent. The record for Child #3 was missing the name, address and phone number for one emergency contact. Child #1, child #2 and Child #3 were all present during the inspection and had been in care for at least six months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #2 and child #3 was missing documentation of a physical examination. The children were present during the inspection and had been in care for six months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. The following physical plant safety and maintenance issues were observed: There were two broken tiles on the floor in front of the door of the pre-k room. The pre-k bathroom had a rusted wall plate near the piping around the toilet and the wall border protecting the perimeter of the bathroom was protruding. The school age room had wall panels broken and protruding. All physical plant issues were within reach of children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Documentation of at least two references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff #1, who has been actively working at the center for the past eight months, did not have any completed reference verifications on file.”
  10. Feb 7, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Within the first 90 days of employment all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Staff #1 who has been working at the center for the past eight months did not complete the Virginia pre-service training withing 90 days.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: Address of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number and place of employment of each parent who has custody and name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 and Child #3 were missing the work phone number for both parents. The record for Child #2 was missing the work phone number and place of employment for one parent. The record for Child #3 was missing the name, address and phone number for one emergency contact. Child #1, child #2 and Child #3 were all present during the inspection and had been in care for at least six months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #2 and child #3 was missing documentation of a physical examination. The children were present during the inspection and had been in care for six months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. The following physical plant safety and maintenance issues were observed: There were two broken tiles on the floor in front of the door of the pre-k room. The pre-k bathroom had a rusted wall plate near the piping around the toilet and the wall border protecting the perimeter of the bathroom was protruding. The school age room had wall panels broken and protruding. All physical plant issues were within reach of children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Documentation of at least two references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff #1, who has been actively working at the center for the past eight months, did not have any completed reference verifications on file.”
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  1. Sep 30, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: Name, home address, and home phone number of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number and place of employment of each parent who has custody and name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. 1. The record for Child #1 was missing the address and phone number for one parent. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 2 months. 2. The record for Child #2 was missing the address for one of the emergency contacts and did not have a second emergency contact listed. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 6 months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a operable condition. The following physical plant maintenance issues were observed: 1. A cracked glass door in the school age room 2. Water stains on ceiling tiles in multiple areas of the classrooms 3. Peeling paint in the 3 and 4 year old classroom 4. A wobbly and unstable child size toy shelf in the 2 and 3 year old classroom.”
    • 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. A bottle of soap, a gallon of hair conditioner, a bottle of sanitizer spray and wipes with warning labels, ?Keep out of reach of children,? were unlocked in the 2 and 3 year old and the school age classroom, within reach of children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #3 was missing documentation of a physical examination. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 8 months.”
  2. Sep 30, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: Name, home address, and home phone number of each parent who has custody, when applicable, work phone number and place of employment of each parent who has custody and name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. 1. The record for Child #1 was missing the address and phone number for one parent. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 2 months. 2. The record for Child #2 was missing the address for one of the emergency contacts and did not have a second emergency contact listed. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 6 months.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a operable condition. The following physical plant maintenance issues were observed: 1. A cracked glass door in the school age room 2. Water stains on ceiling tiles in multiple areas of the classrooms 3. Peeling paint in the 3 and 4 year old classroom 4. A wobbly and unstable child size toy shelf in the 2 and 3 year old classroom.”
    • 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. A bottle of soap, a gallon of hair conditioner, a bottle of sanitizer spray and wipes with warning labels, ?Keep out of reach of children,? were unlocked in the 2 and 3 year old and the school age classroom, within reach of children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #3 was missing documentation of a physical examination. The child was present during the inspection and had been in care for 8 months.”
  3. May 13, 2024Complaint investigation11 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.During a review of the preschool bathroom on 5/13/2024 the inspector observed dirt, grime, and a dark yellow substance in the following areas. a.There was a dried dark yellow substance under and around the hinges of the toilet seat and lid. b.There was a dried dark yellow substance on the side and back of the porcelain base of the toilet. c.There was a dried dark yellow substance on the floor tile at the back of the toilet. d.There was brown dirt and grime on the left side of the porcelain toilet base. e.There was dirt and grime on the floor on the right side, directly beside and behind the toilet tank. 2.The bolt caps to at the base of the toilet were missing. The bolts were sticking up and were accessible to children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on record review and interviews it was determined the center did not ensure that when a child's clothing or diaper becomes wet or soiled, the child shall be cleaned and changed immediately. Evidence: 1.During nap time staff #1 stated she noticed that child #1?s clothing and linens were wet. a. Staff could not find the child’s extra clothing. b. Staff #1 stated the spare clothes at the center were too small for the child. The center did not have extra underwear. c.Staff #2 notified the parent at 2:25pm that the child needed clothing due to having an accident during nap time. d.While the child waited in wet and soiled clothing for a parent to arrive, the staff member removed the wet linens from the cot. 2. The child was not cleaned and changed until the parent arrived. a. Staff #1 stated that when the father arrived, he took the child in the bathroom and changed her.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-540-C

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined the facility did not ensure that the first aid kit contain all the required supplies. Evidence: 1.The first aid supplies in the center did not include adhesive tape. 2.The first aid supplies in the black van, used to transport children, did not contain tweezers or triangular bandages. 3.There were no first aid supplies in the white van, used to transport children. 4.The Director confirmed the supplies were not in the first aid kits.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1.An outlet was uncovered in the two-three year- old classroom. 2.The teacher in the classroom confirmed theoutlet cover was off.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.In the two-three-year-old classroom: a.the trim to the carpet was not attached, causing a trip hazard. b.There was crumbling dry wall under the window. c.There was a baseboard peeling off the wall behind the door of the bathroom. 2.In the three-four-year-old classroom: a.The base boards were torn off in the cubby areas. b.The walls in the boy’s cubby room had brown smears on it. 3.In the School age area: a.There was rust on the top of a black file cabinet. b.The inside of the unlocked lower cabinets had debris and dead cockroaches in them. c.There were two sticky pest traps stuck to a soccer ball in the cabinet. The sticky traps had dead cockroaches on them. d.The wood trim of the baseboard was dislodged from the wall. e.There were nail heads protruding approximately ?? on the cubbies in the hallway. f.The wall in the boy’s bathroom had debris and spill marks running down it. g.In the boy’s bathroom there was dry urine on the toilet and under the lid. There was dirt, debris, and paper towels at the base and floor of the toilets. h.There was crumbling drywall, finger size holes and peeling paint in the bathroom. i.The girl’s bathroom door was dirty and had spill marks running from the door handle down to the bottom of the door.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Repeat Violation Based on a review of staff records it was determined that the center did not ensure that a record was kept for each staff member with all the required information. 1.The record for staff #5 did not include the address of the emergency contact. 2.The Director confirmed the emergency contacts address was not in the record.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of children’s records and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child’s record contains all required information. Evidence: 1.The record for child #2 did not include the address of the first emergency contact or the name, address, and phone number of a second emergency contact.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1.The allergy lists posted in the classrooms were not dated. 2.The allergy list posted in the two-three-year-old classroom was posted on the wall without a cover sheet. Anyone entering the classroom could see this confidential information. 3.The Director confirmed the allergy lists were not dated and not covered to ensure confidentiality.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff member had documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The TB screening in the record for staff #5 was dated 3/14/2023. The TB screening was acquired more than 30 days prior to the employee’s start date of 4/29/2024. 2.The Director confirmed the screening was not current.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of children’s records and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1.There was no physical in the records for child #3. 2.The Director confirmed the physical was not in the record.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-F

      “Based on observation, records reviewed and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that when providing food, the center meets all the requirements. 1.The center provided only one of the two snack components required by the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). a.The three-four-year-old classroom were served graham crackers and water. b.The two-three-year-old classroom was served vanilla wafers and water. c.The first children to arrive in the school age group were served cheese crackers and water. 2.The center did not list substituted food on the posted menus. a.The snack listed on the menu for 5/13/2024 was strawberry and blueberry mix and whole wheat thins. This snack was not served, and substitutions of graham crackers, vanilla wafers, and cheese crackers were not documented until the inspector questioned staff. b.The lunch listed on the posted menu (Steak Umm sandwiches and cheese, baked apple, diced potato, wheat bun) was not served. Staff reported that the following was served, turkey and cheese sandwiches, broccoli, oranges, and milk. The substitutions were not listed on the posted menu.”
  4. May 13, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.During a review of the preschool bathroom on 5/13/2024 the inspector observed dirt, grime, and a dark yellow substance in the following areas. a.There was a dried dark yellow substance under and around the hinges of the toilet seat and lid. b.There was a dried dark yellow substance on the side and back of the porcelain base of the toilet. c.There was a dried dark yellow substance on the floor tile at the back of the toilet. d.There was brown dirt and grime on the left side of the porcelain toilet base. e.There was dirt and grime on the floor on the right side, directly beside and behind the toilet tank. 2.The bolt caps to at the base of the toilet were missing. The bolts were sticking up and were accessible to children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on record review and interviews it was determined the center did not ensure that when a child's clothing or diaper becomes wet or soiled, the child shall be cleaned and changed immediately. Evidence: 1.During nap time staff #1 stated she noticed that child #1?s clothing and linens were wet. a. Staff could not find the child’s extra clothing. b. Staff #1 stated the spare clothes at the center were too small for the child. The center did not have extra underwear. c.Staff #2 notified the parent at 2:25pm that the child needed clothing due to having an accident during nap time. d.While the child waited in wet and soiled clothing for a parent to arrive, the staff member removed the wet linens from the cot. 2. The child was not cleaned and changed until the parent arrived. a. Staff #1 stated that when the father arrived, he took the child in the bathroom and changed her.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-540-C

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined the facility did not ensure that the first aid kit contain all the required supplies. Evidence: 1.The first aid supplies in the center did not include adhesive tape. 2.The first aid supplies in the black van, used to transport children, did not contain tweezers or triangular bandages. 3.There were no first aid supplies in the white van, used to transport children. 4.The Director confirmed the supplies were not in the first aid kits.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1.An outlet was uncovered in the two-three year- old classroom. 2.The teacher in the classroom confirmed theoutlet cover was off.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.In the two-three-year-old classroom: a.the trim to the carpet was not attached, causing a trip hazard. b.There was crumbling dry wall under the window. c.There was a baseboard peeling off the wall behind the door of the bathroom. 2.In the three-four-year-old classroom: a.The base boards were torn off in the cubby areas. b.The walls in the boy’s cubby room had brown smears on it. 3.In the School age area: a.There was rust on the top of a black file cabinet. b.The inside of the unlocked lower cabinets had debris and dead cockroaches in them. c.There were two sticky pest traps stuck to a soccer ball in the cabinet. The sticky traps had dead cockroaches on them. d.The wood trim of the baseboard was dislodged from the wall. e.There were nail heads protruding approximately ?? on the cubbies in the hallway. f.The wall in the boy’s bathroom had debris and spill marks running down it. g.In the boy’s bathroom there was dry urine on the toilet and under the lid. There was dirt, debris, and paper towels at the base and floor of the toilets. h.There was crumbling drywall, finger size holes and peeling paint in the bathroom. i.The girl’s bathroom door was dirty and had spill marks running from the door handle down to the bottom of the door.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Repeat Violation Based on a review of staff records it was determined that the center did not ensure that a record was kept for each staff member with all the required information. 1.The record for staff #5 did not include the address of the emergency contact. 2.The Director confirmed the emergency contacts address was not in the record.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of children’s records and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child’s record contains all required information. Evidence: 1.The record for child #2 did not include the address of the first emergency contact or the name, address, and phone number of a second emergency contact.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1.The allergy lists posted in the classrooms were not dated. 2.The allergy list posted in the two-three-year-old classroom was posted on the wall without a cover sheet. Anyone entering the classroom could see this confidential information. 3.The Director confirmed the allergy lists were not dated and not covered to ensure confidentiality.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff member had documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The TB screening in the record for staff #5 was dated 3/14/2023. The TB screening was acquired more than 30 days prior to the employee’s start date of 4/29/2024. 2.The Director confirmed the screening was not current.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of children’s records and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1.There was no physical in the records for child #3. 2.The Director confirmed the physical was not in the record.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-F

      “Based on observation, records reviewed and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that when providing food, the center meets all the requirements. 1.The center provided only one of the two snack components required by the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). a.The three-four-year-old classroom were served graham crackers and water. b.The two-three-year-old classroom was served vanilla wafers and water. c.The first children to arrive in the school age group were served cheese crackers and water. 2.The center did not list substituted food on the posted menus. a.The snack listed on the menu for 5/13/2024 was strawberry and blueberry mix and whole wheat thins. This snack was not served, and substitutions of graham crackers, vanilla wafers, and cheese crackers were not documented until the inspector questioned staff. b.The lunch listed on the posted menu (Steak Umm sandwiches and cheese, baked apple, diced potato, wheat bun) was not served. Staff reported that the following was served, turkey and cheese sandwiches, broccoli, oranges, and milk. The substitutions were not listed on the posted menu.”
  5. May 13, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that all areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.During a review of the preschool bathroom on 5/13/2024 the inspector observed dirt, grime, and a dark yellow substance in the following areas. a.There was a dried dark yellow substance under and around the hinges of the toilet seat and lid. b.There was a dried dark yellow substance on the side and back of the porcelain base of the toilet. c.There was a dried dark yellow substance on the floor tile at the back of the toilet. d.There was brown dirt and grime on the left side of the porcelain toilet base. e.There was dirt and grime on the floor on the right side, directly beside and behind the toilet tank. 2.The bolt caps to at the base of the toilet were missing. The bolts were sticking up and were accessible to children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on record review and interviews it was determined the center did not ensure that when a child's clothing or diaper becomes wet or soiled, the child shall be cleaned and changed immediately. Evidence: 1.During nap time staff #1 stated she noticed that child #1?s clothing and linens were wet. a. Staff could not find the child’s extra clothing. b. Staff #1 stated the spare clothes at the center were too small for the child. The center did not have extra underwear. c.Staff #2 notified the parent at 2:25pm that the child needed clothing due to having an accident during nap time. d.While the child waited in wet and soiled clothing for a parent to arrive, the staff member removed the wet linens from the cot. 2. The child was not cleaned and changed until the parent arrived. a. Staff #1 stated that when the father arrived, he took the child in the bathroom and changed her.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-540-C

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined the facility did not ensure that the first aid kit contain all the required supplies. Evidence: 1.The first aid supplies in the center did not include adhesive tape. 2.The first aid supplies in the black van, used to transport children, did not contain tweezers or triangular bandages. 3.There were no first aid supplies in the white van, used to transport children. 4.The Director confirmed the supplies were not in the first aid kits.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1.An outlet was uncovered in the two-three year- old classroom. 2.The teacher in the classroom confirmed theoutlet cover was off.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure all areas and equipment of the center shall be maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.In the two-three-year-old classroom: a.the trim to the carpet was not attached, causing a trip hazard. b.There was crumbling dry wall under the window. c.There was a baseboard peeling off the wall behind the door of the bathroom. 2.In the three-four-year-old classroom: a.The base boards were torn off in the cubby areas. b.The walls in the boy’s cubby room had brown smears on it. 3.In the School age area: a.There was rust on the top of a black file cabinet. b.The inside of the unlocked lower cabinets had debris and dead cockroaches in them. c.There were two sticky pest traps stuck to a soccer ball in the cabinet. The sticky traps had dead cockroaches on them. d.The wood trim of the baseboard was dislodged from the wall. e.There were nail heads protruding approximately ?? on the cubbies in the hallway. f.The wall in the boy’s bathroom had debris and spill marks running down it. g.In the boy’s bathroom there was dry urine on the toilet and under the lid. There was dirt, debris, and paper towels at the base and floor of the toilets. h.There was crumbling drywall, finger size holes and peeling paint in the bathroom. i.The girl’s bathroom door was dirty and had spill marks running from the door handle down to the bottom of the door.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Repeat Violation Based on a review of staff records it was determined that the center did not ensure that a record was kept for each staff member with all the required information. 1.The record for staff #5 did not include the address of the emergency contact. 2.The Director confirmed the emergency contacts address was not in the record.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of children’s records and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child’s record contains all required information. Evidence: 1.The record for child #2 did not include the address of the first emergency contact or the name, address, and phone number of a second emergency contact.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1.The allergy lists posted in the classrooms were not dated. 2.The allergy list posted in the two-three-year-old classroom was posted on the wall without a cover sheet. Anyone entering the classroom could see this confidential information. 3.The Director confirmed the allergy lists were not dated and not covered to ensure confidentiality.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff member had documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The TB screening in the record for staff #5 was dated 3/14/2023. The TB screening was acquired more than 30 days prior to the employee’s start date of 4/29/2024. 2.The Director confirmed the screening was not current.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of children’s records and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1.There was no physical in the records for child #3. 2.The Director confirmed the physical was not in the record.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-F

      “Based on observation, records reviewed and interviews, it was determined that the facility did not ensure that when providing food, the center meets all the requirements. 1.The center provided only one of the two snack components required by the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). a.The three-four-year-old classroom were served graham crackers and water. b.The two-three-year-old classroom was served vanilla wafers and water. c.The first children to arrive in the school age group were served cheese crackers and water. 2.The center did not list substituted food on the posted menus. a.The snack listed on the menu for 5/13/2024 was strawberry and blueberry mix and whole wheat thins. This snack was not served, and substitutions of graham crackers, vanilla wafers, and cheese crackers were not documented until the inspector questioned staff. b.The lunch listed on the posted menu (Steak Umm sandwiches and cheese, baked apple, diced potato, wheat bun) was not served. Staff reported that the following was served, turkey and cheese sandwiches, broccoli, oranges, and milk. The substitutions were not listed on the posted menu.”
  6. Mar 29, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-780-580-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure the vehicle used to transport children met the safety standards set by the Department of Motor Vehicles and was kept in satisfactory condition to assure the safety of children. Evidence: The blue van used to transport children did not meet all requirements. 1. The vehicle had an expired inspection sticker on the license plate dated December 2022. 2. The back bumper of the vehicle was hanging off of the car on the rear drivers side 3. The tire on the front passenger side had very low tread. 4. The headline inside the vehicle was hanging from the roof.”
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-780-580-C Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on a record review and interview the center did not ensure emergency numbers as specified in 8VAC20-780-550 I and K where maintained during transportation. Evidence: 1. The center did not have the following required information kept on the 2 vehicles used to transport children: local emergency contact information, potential shelters, hospitals, evacuation routes, etc., that pertain to each site frequently visited or of routes frequently driven by center staff for center business such as field trips or pick up or drop off of children to or from schools etc. 2. The program director confirmed that the center does not have any maps of routes or other local emergency information kept on the center vehicles or in the emergency binder taken during transportation.”
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-780-180-C Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on a record review and interview the center did not ensure staff who drive a vehicle transporting children disclose any moving traffic violation that occurred five years prior to or during employment or assignment as a driver. Evidence: The center's van driver, Staff #1, did not have documentation of disclosing a driving record. The program director confirmed Staff #1 has not disclosed a driving record to the center.”
  7. Mar 28, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all required information was kept for each staff person. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (hired 06/16/2022) and Staff #2 (hired 06/03/2022) did not have the following required documentation: a) a complete emergency contact to include name, address and phone number b) at least 2 reference checked prior to employment c) written information to demonstrate the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245 2. Staff #3 (hired 12/02/2019) did not have the following required documentation: a) a complete emergency contact to include name, address and phone number. b) written information to demonstrate the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-90-A

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all required written agreements between the parent and the center were in each child's record and signed by the first day of the child's attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (enrolled 11/01/2019) and child #3 (enrolled 06/02/2022) did not have documentation of the following required agreement stating that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease. 2. Child #1 (enrolled 11/01/2019) did not have documentation of the following required agreement stating, the center will notify the parent when the child becomes ill and that the parent will arrange to have the child picked up as soon as possible.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure each restroom had all the required supplies. Evidence: Both bathrooms used by children did not have paper towels.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1. There were several areas of peeling paint on the 2 classroom walls, ranging from .5 inches to at least 6 inches wide. The patches of peeling paint were in reach of children. 2. There was a puddle of water at the base of the toilet in the 2nd classroom. 3. In areas of the first classroom, the black floor board was separated from the wall. 4. In the school-age room there were two tall wooden cubby shelves that were not anchored, posing a tipping hazard.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all staff had the required background checks. Evidence: Staff #2 (hired 06/03/2022) listed on her sworn disclosure statement as having lived outside the state of Virginia within the past 5 years. The center did not have documentation of the results of the out of state criminal record , child abuse and neglect or sex offender background checks from the state listed on the Sworn Statement.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all information was kept for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (enrolled 11/01/2019), Child #2 (enrolled 11/04/2022), Child #4 (enrolled 03/20/2023) and Child #45 (enrolled 01/12/2023) did not have documentation at least 2 complete emergency contacts to include name, address and phone number.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99. Evidence: The center's playground had 4 pieces of equipment requiring resilient surfacing. There was approximately 3 inches of surfacing in the fall zones, where 6 inches is required.”
  8. Mar 28, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all required information was kept for each staff person. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (hired 06/16/2022) and Staff #2 (hired 06/03/2022) did not have the following required documentation: a) a complete emergency contact to include name, address and phone number b) at least 2 reference checked prior to employment c) written information to demonstrate the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position, and orientation and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240 and 8VAC20-780-245 2. Staff #3 (hired 12/02/2019) did not have the following required documentation: a) a complete emergency contact to include name, address and phone number. b) written information to demonstrate the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by the job position”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-90-A

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all required written agreements between the parent and the center were in each child's record and signed by the first day of the child's attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (enrolled 11/01/2019) and child #3 (enrolled 06/02/2022) did not have documentation of the following required agreement stating that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease. 2. Child #1 (enrolled 11/01/2019) did not have documentation of the following required agreement stating, the center will notify the parent when the child becomes ill and that the parent will arrange to have the child picked up as soon as possible.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-320-B

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure each restroom had all the required supplies. Evidence: Both bathrooms used by children did not have paper towels.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1. There were several areas of peeling paint on the 2 classroom walls, ranging from .5 inches to at least 6 inches wide. The patches of peeling paint were in reach of children. 2. There was a puddle of water at the base of the toilet in the 2nd classroom. 3. In areas of the first classroom, the black floor board was separated from the wall. 4. In the school-age room there were two tall wooden cubby shelves that were not anchored, posing a tipping hazard.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all staff had the required background checks. Evidence: Staff #2 (hired 06/03/2022) listed on her sworn disclosure statement as having lived outside the state of Virginia within the past 5 years. The center did not have documentation of the results of the out of state criminal record , child abuse and neglect or sex offender background checks from the state listed on the Sworn Statement.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on a record review the center did not ensure all information was kept for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (enrolled 11/01/2019), Child #2 (enrolled 11/04/2022), Child #4 (enrolled 03/20/2023) and Child #45 (enrolled 01/12/2023) did not have documentation at least 2 complete emergency contacts to include name, address and phone number.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation the center did not ensure where playground equipment is provided, resilient surfacing shall comply with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials standard F1292-99. Evidence: The center's playground had 4 pieces of equipment requiring resilient surfacing. There was approximately 3 inches of surfacing in the fall zones, where 6 inches is required.”
  9. May 18, 2022Complaint investigation6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the preschool bathroom, there is a hole at the bottom of the wall behind the toilet with an exposed water valve and piping that is accessible to the children in care. The hole also has exposed broken and crumbling drywall. 2. The center director confirmed that there is a hole in the wall of the preschool bathroom with exposed pipes and crumbling drywall.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the two's classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach water on an unlocked shelf. 2. The center director confirmed that there was an unlocked spray bottle of bleach water in the two's classroom.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that children's records contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for child 1 (date of enrollment: 9/7/21), child 2 (date of enrollment: 7/15/21), child 3 (date of enrollment: 5/24/21) and child 4 (date of enrollment: 9/3/21) do not contain documentation of the addresses of two designated people to call in an emergency if the parent cannot be located. 2. The records for child 1 (date of enrollment: 9/7/21), child 2 (date of enrollment: 7/15/21), child 3 (date of enrollment: 5/24/21), child 4 (date of enrollment: 9/3/21) and child 5 (date of enrollment: 1/15/21) do not contain a statement that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease, as defined by the State Board of Health. 3. The center director confirmed that the records for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 are lacking all the required information.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff records contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for staff 1 (date of hire: 3/21/22), staff 2 (date of hire: 7/19/21) and staff 3 (date of hire: 2/8/21) do not contain the name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency. 2. The center director confirmed that the records for staff 1, staff 2 and staff 3 are lacking emergency contact information.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. Evidence: 1.The diaper changing pad in the preschool classroom had multiple tears to the outer material, exposing the absorbent material underneath. 2. The center director confirmed that the diaper changing pad in the preschool classroom has multiple tears”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 has a hire date of 3/21/22. Staff 1 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the state of Pennsylvania within the past five years. The results of a criminal history record information check and a child abuse and neglect registry search were not available for staff 1 from the state of Pennsylvania. 2. The center director confirmed that all of the required out-of-state background checks were not completed for staff 1.”
  10. May 18, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the preschool bathroom, there is a hole at the bottom of the wall behind the toilet with an exposed water valve and piping that is accessible to the children in care. The hole also has exposed broken and crumbling drywall. 2. The center director confirmed that there is a hole in the wall of the preschool bathroom with exposed pipes and crumbling drywall.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the two's classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach water on an unlocked shelf. 2. The center director confirmed that there was an unlocked spray bottle of bleach water in the two's classroom.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that children's records contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for child 1 (date of enrollment: 9/7/21), child 2 (date of enrollment: 7/15/21), child 3 (date of enrollment: 5/24/21) and child 4 (date of enrollment: 9/3/21) do not contain documentation of the addresses of two designated people to call in an emergency if the parent cannot be located. 2. The records for child 1 (date of enrollment: 9/7/21), child 2 (date of enrollment: 7/15/21), child 3 (date of enrollment: 5/24/21), child 4 (date of enrollment: 9/3/21) and child 5 (date of enrollment: 1/15/21) do not contain a statement that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease, as defined by the State Board of Health. 3. The center director confirmed that the records for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 are lacking all the required information.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff records contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for staff 1 (date of hire: 3/21/22), staff 2 (date of hire: 7/19/21) and staff 3 (date of hire: 2/8/21) do not contain the name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency. 2. The center director confirmed that the records for staff 1, staff 2 and staff 3 are lacking emergency contact information.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. Evidence: 1.The diaper changing pad in the preschool classroom had multiple tears to the outer material, exposing the absorbent material underneath. 2. The center director confirmed that the diaper changing pad in the preschool classroom has multiple tears”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 has a hire date of 3/21/22. Staff 1 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the state of Pennsylvania within the past five years. The results of a criminal history record information check and a child abuse and neglect registry search were not available for staff 1 from the state of Pennsylvania. 2. The center director confirmed that all of the required out-of-state background checks were not completed for staff 1.”
  11. May 18, 2022Inspection6 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the preschool bathroom, there is a hole at the bottom of the wall behind the toilet with an exposed water valve and piping that is accessible to the children in care. The hole also has exposed broken and crumbling drywall. 2. The center director confirmed that there is a hole in the wall of the preschool bathroom with exposed pipes and crumbling drywall.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the two's classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach water on an unlocked shelf. 2. The center director confirmed that there was an unlocked spray bottle of bleach water in the two's classroom.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that children's records contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for child 1 (date of enrollment: 9/7/21), child 2 (date of enrollment: 7/15/21), child 3 (date of enrollment: 5/24/21) and child 4 (date of enrollment: 9/3/21) do not contain documentation of the addresses of two designated people to call in an emergency if the parent cannot be located. 2. The records for child 1 (date of enrollment: 9/7/21), child 2 (date of enrollment: 7/15/21), child 3 (date of enrollment: 5/24/21), child 4 (date of enrollment: 9/3/21) and child 5 (date of enrollment: 1/15/21) do not contain a statement that the parent will inform the center within 24 hours or the next business day after his child or any member of the immediate household has developed any reportable communicable disease, as defined by the State Board of Health. 3. The center director confirmed that the records for child 1, child 2, child 3, child 4 and child 5 are lacking all the required information.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff records contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for staff 1 (date of hire: 3/21/22), staff 2 (date of hire: 7/19/21) and staff 3 (date of hire: 2/8/21) do not contain the name, address and telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency. 2. The center director confirmed that the records for staff 1, staff 2 and staff 3 are lacking emergency contact information.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. Evidence: 1.The diaper changing pad in the preschool classroom had multiple tears to the outer material, exposing the absorbent material underneath. 2. The center director confirmed that the diaper changing pad in the preschool classroom has multiple tears”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check and search of the child abuse and neglect registry is obtained from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 has a hire date of 3/21/22. Staff 1 indicated on her sworn statement or affirmation that she has resided in the state of Pennsylvania within the past five years. The results of a criminal history record information check and a child abuse and neglect registry search were not available for staff 1 from the state of Pennsylvania. 2. The center director confirmed that all of the required out-of-state background checks were not completed for staff 1.”
  12. Dec 9, 2021VisitNo rules cited
  13. Dec 8, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-400-B

      “Based on a review of video footage and interviews, it was determined that the center did not ensure that behavioral guidance shall be constructive in nature, age and stage appropriate, and shall be intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior and resolve conflicts. Evidence: 1. The center self-reported that a parent reported they witnessed staff 1 "grab" child 1, age 2, by the arm and "drag" her to her cot on 12/2/21. 2. The parent of child 1 stated she had just dropped the child off at the center and was in her car in the parking lot when she witnessed staff 1 "snatch" child 1 by her arm from a chair and "drag" her across the room to her cot. 3. Video footage provided by the center showed the following incident of inappropriate behavior guidance on the morning of 12/2/21: a. Child 1 is sitting in a chair by the windows at the front of the classroom with two other children when staff 1 comes over and grabs child 1 by her left shoulder. Staff 1 then lifts child 1 off the floor by her shoulder and takes her to her cot in the back of the classroom. 4. In center documentation, staff 1 admitted that she "grabbed" child 1 because she was not listening when told to get on her cot for nap time. 5. The center director confirmed that staff 1 did not demonstrate age and stage appropriate behavior guidance in the classroom.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance or within one month after attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for child 1 (date of enrollment: 8/20/21) does not contain documentation of a physical examination. 2. The center director confirmed that that record for child 1 is lacking documentation of a physical examination.”

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 Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center licensed?

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

When was Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on July 23, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 32 rules across 15 of 15 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 Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center care for?

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

Does Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center's hours?

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

How much does Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 460-2150 to ask.

What is Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center's phone number?

(757) 460-2150.

Where is Rainbow Preschool and Childcare Center?

1115 Independence Boulevard, Virginia Beach, VA 23455. The nearest other daycare we list is Children's Palace Academy, 0.3 miles away.

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