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Rejoice Christian Center Ministries

2713 & 2715 Byron Street, Richmond, VA 232233.5· 21 reviews
licensed capacity
145
open each week
5 days

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About Rejoice Christian Center Ministries

Rejoice Christian Center Ministries is a child care center in Richmond, Virginia. It is license-exempt, for up to 145 children, serving infants, 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 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageFaith-basedAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
145 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

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity145 childrenFrom the state license
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Inspection reports for Rejoice Christian Center Ministries

License

Status
License-exempt and operating
License type
Religiously exempt child day center (not licensed)
Capacity
145 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1105635
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Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 6 visits · 16 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 6
  • Safety and hazards 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Background checks 2
  • 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. Sep 2, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-640-C

      “Cleaning and sanitizing materials shall not be located above food, food equipment, utensils, or single-use articles and shall be stored separate from food. In the kitchen area, bottles of cleaning materials were observed next to utensils and single-use equipment.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Systemic Deficiency: Orientation training for staff shall be completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Staff #3 had orientation training completed eight weeks after date of employment. Staff #4 had orientation training completed seven weeks after date of employment. Staff #5 had orientation training completed four weeks after date of employment.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-640-A

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Cleaning materials were observed on a shelf in the school age room that were unlocked and accessible to children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-540-B-11

      “A written allergy care plan shall be maintained for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Child #6, age five years, had a food allergy listed but did not have an allergy care plan.”
  2. Oct 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #2, who had been employed for six months, had a central registry search requested two days after date of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-B

      “Repeat Violation: Subsequent TB screenings are required at least every two years from the date of the initial screening, or more frequently if recommended by a physician. Staff #5 had a TB screen that expired over 2 years ago.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall, in addition to preservice and orientation training, annually attend at least 16 hours of training and staff development activities. Staff #4, employed for one year and eight months, had seven of 16 hours of training documented for 2024.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-720-C

      “The vendor shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence. The record shall include the date and time when parents were notified. Out of four injury reports reviewed, four were missing the date and time parents were notified.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-790-730-F

      “Cribs, cots, rest mats, or beds shall be provided for children during the designated rest periods and shall not be occupied by more than one child at a time. In the toddler classroom, a child was observed sleeping on the floor and not on a cot or rest mat as required.”
  3. Oct 15, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #2, who had been employed for six months, had a central registry search requested two days after date of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-B

      “Repeat Violation: Subsequent TB screenings are required at least every two years from the date of the initial screening, or more frequently if recommended by a physician. Staff #5 had a TB screen that expired over 2 years ago.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall, in addition to preservice and orientation training, annually attend at least 16 hours of training and staff development activities. Staff #4, employed for one year and eight months, had seven of 16 hours of training documented for 2024.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-720-C

      “The vendor shall maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence. The record shall include the date and time when parents were notified. Out of four injury reports reviewed, four were missing the date and time parents were notified.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-790-730-F

      “Cribs, cots, rest mats, or beds shall be provided for children during the designated rest periods and shall not be occupied by more than one child at a time. In the toddler classroom, a child was observed sleeping on the floor and not on a cot or rest mat as required.”
  4. Nov 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  5. Oct 23, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-800-A-1

      “Evacuation procedures shall be practiced at least monthly. The vendor was missing evacuation drills for March of 2024 and May of 2024.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Staff shall be evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. Staff #3 TB was dated four months prior to date of employment and has been employed for over one year. Staff #4 is currently working and has a TB screening that was dated two weeks after their first day of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-B

      “Subsequent TB screenings are required at least every two years from the date of the initial screening, or more frequently if recommended by a physician. Staff #5 updated screening was due 14 months ago. The updated screening has not yet been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Orientation training for staff shall be completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Staff #4, who is working with children, had a completed orientation training dated over one month after the hire date.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-630-C-2

      “In areas used by children of preschool age or younger, electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Children in the toddler room were located next to an uncovered outlet that was within their reach.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-A-4

      “Each person in a supervisory position has been certified by a practicing physician or physician assistant to be free from any disability which would prevent him from caring for children under his supervision. Staff #2 had a staff health report dated two weeks after date of employment. Staff #4 had a staff health report dated two weeks after date of employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-1

      “The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #5, who has been employed for over two years, has no sworn statement on file.”
  6. Oct 23, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-800-A-1

      “Evacuation procedures shall be practiced at least monthly. The vendor was missing evacuation drills for March of 2024 and May of 2024.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Staff shall be evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician's designee, or an official of the local health department. Staff #3 TB was dated four months prior to date of employment and has been employed for over one year. Staff #4 is currently working and has a TB screening that was dated two weeks after their first day of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-B

      “Subsequent TB screenings are required at least every two years from the date of the initial screening, or more frequently if recommended by a physician. Staff #5 updated screening was due 14 months ago. The updated screening has not yet been completed.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Orientation training for staff shall be completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Staff #4, who is working with children, had a completed orientation training dated over one month after the hire date.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-630-C-2

      “In areas used by children of preschool age or younger, electrical outlets shall have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Children in the toddler room were located next to an uncovered outlet that was within their reach.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-A-4

      “Each person in a supervisory position has been certified by a practicing physician or physician assistant to be free from any disability which would prevent him from caring for children under his supervision. Staff #2 had a staff health report dated two weeks after date of employment. Staff #4 had a staff health report dated two weeks after date of employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-1

      “The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #5, who has been employed for over two years, has no sworn statement on file.”
  7. Oct 26, 2023Inspection17 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-550-1

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure four staff records contained the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/10/2020), Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/30/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of orientation. 2. A member of management stated orientation was completed with the staff. 3. The documentation of orientation could not be located during the inspection.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-a

      “Based on review of six staff records, observation and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/10/2020) did not contain results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information during the inspection.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Based on review of six staff records, the vendor did not ensure three staff were evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB) within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023) contained a TB screening dated 01/18/2023. 2.. The records of Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023), and Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/2023) did not contain documentation of a TB screening. 3. Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6 were observed working in the center. 4. The documentation of the TB screening is required to be obtained within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician’s designee, or an official of the local health department.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-580-A

      “Based on the review of five children's records, the vendor did not obtain documentation that each child had received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child attended the center. Evidence: 1.The records for Child #1 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023), Child #2 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023) and Child #5 (first day of attendance 08/23/2021) did not have documentation of immunizations. 2. Child #1, Child #2 and Child #5 were observed in care during the inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information while the inspector was on site.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure within the first 90 days of employment one staff who worked directly with children completed Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1.The record for Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of completing Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. 2. Staff #5 was observed working with children during the inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information during the inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Based on review of six staff files and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for one staff was completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/023) did not contain documentation of orientation that was partially completed. 2. A member of management stated orientation was initiated with Staff #6 but was not finished due to an emergency.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on review of six staff records, interview and observation, the vendor did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. 1. The records for Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/30/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of current CPR certification. 2. Staff #3, Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed working with children during the inspection. 3. A member of management stated a training needed to be scheduled for the staff to receive the required training.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on review of six staff records, interview and observation, the vendor did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtained current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. 1. The records for Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/30/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of current first aid certification. 2. Staff #3, Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed working with children during the inspection. 3. A member of management stated a training needed to be scheduled for the staff to receive the required training.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-790-730-I

      “Based on observation and documentation review, the vendor failed to ensure pillows were not used by children less than 12 months of age while sleeping or resting. Evidence: Infant #1 (six months of age) was observed sleeping in the crib. A boppy pillow was placed in the crib, underneath the head of Infant #1.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-800-B

      “Based on documentation review and interview, the vendor did not maintain a record of the dates of the practice drills for one year. Evidence: A member of management stated the required emergency drills had been completed but not documented on the drill logs.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-820-A

      “Based on observation and documentation review and interview, the vendor failed to ensure bottles were not used while the child is in his designated sleeping location. Evidence: Infant #1 (six months of age) was observed lying in the crib, drinking a bottle.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-540-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the vendor did not ensure the records of three children’s records contained the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain the address for the listed emergency contact. 2. A member of management confirmed this information while the licensing inspector was onsite.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2

      “Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure that one staff member had a completed search of the central registry within the first 30 days of employment or volunteering. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/10/2020) did not contain central registry results. 2. Staff #1was observed working with the children during the inspection. 4. A member of management confirmed this information while the licensing inspector was on site.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22.1-289.031-A-8

      “Based on observation, record review and interview, the center failed to ensure a person trained and certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was present at any other location in which children attending the child day center are present. Evidence: 1. The record of Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/2023) did not contain documentation of first aid and CPR. 2. During the inspection, Staff #6 left the center with the bus to pick up children from a local elementary school. 3. No other adults were on the bus with Staff #6. 4. A member of management confirmed Staff #6 did not have current certification in first aid and CPR and would be alone with the children while driving the bus.”
    • Safe sleep

      22.1-289.031-A-9

      “Based on observations, the center did not ensure compliance with all safe sleep guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Evidence: 1. Infant #1 (six months of age) was observed sleeping on a boppy pillow placed in the crib. 2. The American Academy of Pediatrics states infants need to sleep on their backs on flat non inclined surfaces without soft bedding.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-B-4

      “Based on the review of five children's records, the center did not establish and implement procedures ensuring that three children in the center were in compliance with the provisions of ? 32.1-46 regarding the immunization of children against certain diseases. Evidence: 1.The records for Child #1 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023), Child #2 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023) and Child #5 (first day of attendance 08/23/2021) did not have documentation of immunizations. 2. Child #1, Child #2 and Child #5 were observed in care during the inspection. 3. The Parent Handbook stated proof of immunizations are required prior to attending the center. 4. A member of management confirmed this information while the inspector was on site.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-A-4

      “Based on review of six staff records, the center failed to ensure four staff obtained documentation from a physician that they are free from any disability which would prevent staff from caring for children under staff supervision by the first date of employment and annually thereafter. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/20/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) and Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/2023) did not contain a staff health report stating staff were free from any disability which would prevent staff from caring for children. 2. A member of management confirmed this information during the inspection.”
  8. Oct 26, 2023Inspection17 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-550-1

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure four staff records contained the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/10/2020), Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/30/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of orientation. 2. A member of management stated orientation was completed with the staff. 3. The documentation of orientation could not be located during the inspection.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-a

      “Based on review of six staff records, observation and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/10/2020) did not contain results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information during the inspection.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Based on review of six staff records, the vendor did not ensure three staff were evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB) within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023) contained a TB screening dated 01/18/2023. 2.. The records of Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023), and Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/2023) did not contain documentation of a TB screening. 3. Staff #4, Staff #5, and Staff #6 were observed working in the center. 4. The documentation of the TB screening is required to be obtained within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician’s designee, or an official of the local health department.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-580-A

      “Based on the review of five children's records, the vendor did not obtain documentation that each child had received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child attended the center. Evidence: 1.The records for Child #1 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023), Child #2 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023) and Child #5 (first day of attendance 08/23/2021) did not have documentation of immunizations. 2. Child #1, Child #2 and Child #5 were observed in care during the inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information while the inspector was on site.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure within the first 90 days of employment one staff who worked directly with children completed Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1.The record for Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of completing Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. 2. Staff #5 was observed working with children during the inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information during the inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Based on review of six staff files and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for one staff was completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/023) did not contain documentation of orientation that was partially completed. 2. A member of management stated orientation was initiated with Staff #6 but was not finished due to an emergency.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on review of six staff records, interview and observation, the vendor did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. 1. The records for Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/30/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of current CPR certification. 2. Staff #3, Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed working with children during the inspection. 3. A member of management stated a training needed to be scheduled for the staff to receive the required training.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on review of six staff records, interview and observation, the vendor did not ensure all staff who work directly with children obtained current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. 1. The records for Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/30/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), and Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) did not contain documentation of current first aid certification. 2. Staff #3, Staff #4 and Staff #5 were observed working with children during the inspection. 3. A member of management stated a training needed to be scheduled for the staff to receive the required training.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-790-730-I

      “Based on observation and documentation review, the vendor failed to ensure pillows were not used by children less than 12 months of age while sleeping or resting. Evidence: Infant #1 (six months of age) was observed sleeping in the crib. A boppy pillow was placed in the crib, underneath the head of Infant #1.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-800-B

      “Based on documentation review and interview, the vendor did not maintain a record of the dates of the practice drills for one year. Evidence: A member of management stated the required emergency drills had been completed but not documented on the drill logs.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-790-820-A

      “Based on observation and documentation review and interview, the vendor failed to ensure bottles were not used while the child is in his designated sleeping location. Evidence: Infant #1 (six months of age) was observed lying in the crib, drinking a bottle.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-540-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the vendor did not ensure the records of three children’s records contained the required information. Evidence: 1. The records for Child #1, Child #2, and Child #3 did not contain the address for the listed emergency contact. 2. A member of management confirmed this information while the licensing inspector was onsite.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2

      “Based on review of six staff records, the center did not ensure that one staff member had a completed search of the central registry within the first 30 days of employment or volunteering. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #2 (Date of Employment 06/10/2020) did not contain central registry results. 2. Staff #1was observed working with the children during the inspection. 4. A member of management confirmed this information while the licensing inspector was on site.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22.1-289.031-A-8

      “Based on observation, record review and interview, the center failed to ensure a person trained and certified in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) was present at any other location in which children attending the child day center are present. Evidence: 1. The record of Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/2023) did not contain documentation of first aid and CPR. 2. During the inspection, Staff #6 left the center with the bus to pick up children from a local elementary school. 3. No other adults were on the bus with Staff #6. 4. A member of management confirmed Staff #6 did not have current certification in first aid and CPR and would be alone with the children while driving the bus.”
    • Safe sleep

      22.1-289.031-A-9

      “Based on observations, the center did not ensure compliance with all safe sleep guidelines recommended by the American Academy of Pediatrics. Evidence: 1. Infant #1 (six months of age) was observed sleeping on a boppy pillow placed in the crib. 2. The American Academy of Pediatrics states infants need to sleep on their backs on flat non inclined surfaces without soft bedding.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-B-4

      “Based on the review of five children's records, the center did not establish and implement procedures ensuring that three children in the center were in compliance with the provisions of ? 32.1-46 regarding the immunization of children against certain diseases. Evidence: 1.The records for Child #1 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023), Child #2 (first day of attendance 05/15/2023) and Child #5 (first day of attendance 08/23/2021) did not have documentation of immunizations. 2. Child #1, Child #2 and Child #5 were observed in care during the inspection. 3. The Parent Handbook stated proof of immunizations are required prior to attending the center. 4. A member of management confirmed this information while the inspector was on site.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-A-4

      “Based on review of six staff records, the center failed to ensure four staff obtained documentation from a physician that they are free from any disability which would prevent staff from caring for children under staff supervision by the first date of employment and annually thereafter. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #3 (Date of Employment 05/20/2023), Staff #4 (Date of Employment 04/28/2023), Staff #5 (Date of Employment 06/12/2023) and Staff #6 (Date of Employment 09/25/2023) did not contain a staff health report stating staff were free from any disability which would prevent staff from caring for children. 2. A member of management confirmed this information during the inspection.”
  9. Feb 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  10. Feb 16, 2023VisitNo rules cited
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  3. Oct 17, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the center did not ensure five staff had satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check prior to employment. Evidence: 1) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, were dated 09/17/21. The results were received more than 90 days prior to the date of employment. 2) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, were dated 03/17/22. 3) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, were dated 03/23/22. 4) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, were dated 03/28/22. 5) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #5, employed 03/10/22, were dated 03/22/22.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on observation and interview, the child day program, which was build before 2015, was not equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1) A carbon monoxide detector was not observed during the walk-through of the facility. 2) During interview, management stated that they have not yet installed a carbon monoxide detector.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the center did not ensure four staff had the search of the central registry check within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, was dated 06/23/22. 2) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, was dated 04/26/22. 3) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, was dated 04/21/22. 4) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #5, employed on 03/10/22, was dated 04/21/22.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not obtain satisfactory results of the child abuse and neglect registry from any other state in which one individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, indicated the staff resided in a state outside of Virginia within the last five years. The record did not contain the results of the child abuse and neglect registry from that state. 2) During interview, management reported the out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry for Staff #1 has not been obtained.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure four staff completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1) The Virginia Preservice Training certificate in the record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, was dated 07/17/22. 2) The Virginia Preservice Training certificate in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, was dated 07/25/22. 3) The record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, did not contain documentation that the staff completed the Virginia Preservice Training. 4) The Virginia Preservice Training certificate in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, was dated 07/11/22. 5) During interview, management acknowledged Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, and Staff #4 did not complete the Virginia Preservice Training within the first 90 days of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-540-B-11

      “Based on a review of five children's records and interview, the vendor did not obtain a written allergy care plan for one child with a diagnosed food allergy . Evidence: 1) The record of Child #1, date of attendance 02/10/22, indicated the child had a diagnosed food allergy, but the record did not contain a written allergy care plan. 2) During interview, management reported the center did not have a written allergy care plan for Child #1. A written allergy care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-a

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure five staff had satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check prior to employment. Evidence: 1) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, were dated 09/17/21. The results were received more than 90 days prior to the date of employment. 2) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, were dated 03/17/22. 3) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, were dated 03/23/22. 4) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, were dated 03/28/22. 5) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #5, employed 03/10/22, were dated 03/22/22.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-a

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure four staff had the satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check within 30 days of the individual's beginning date of employment. Evidence: 1) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, was dated 06/23/22. 2) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, was dated 04/26/22. 3) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, was dated 04/21/22. 4) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #5, employed on 03/10/22, was dated 04/21/22.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-b

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not obtain satisfactory results of the child abuse and neglect registry from any other state in which one individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, indicated the staff resided in a state outside of Virginia within the last five years. The record did not contain the results of the child abuse and neglect registry from that state. 2) During interview, management reported the out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry for Staff #1 has not been obtained.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure two staff were evaluated by a health professional and were issued a statement that the individuals were determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB) within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff #1, date of employment 02/07/22, contained a TB test that was completed on 09/13/21. The documentation should have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. 2) The record of Staff #2, date of employment 01/03/22, did not contain a TB screening. 3) During interview, management reported the TB screening for Staff #2 was not on file. The documentation of the screening should have been submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure five staff completed orientation training within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1) The following staff records did not contain documentation that the staff received orientation training: Staff #1 (employed on 02/07/22); Staff #2 (employed 01/03/22); Staff #3 (employed 03/21/22); Staff #4 (employed on 03/09/22); and Staff #5 (employed on 03/10/22). Orientation training for staff should be completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. 2) During interview, management reported orientation training has not been completed to staff.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure three staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1) The following staff records did not contain documentation of current certification in CPR: Staff #3 (employed on 03/21/22); Staff #4 (employed on 03/09/22); and Staff #5 (employed on 03/10/22). 2) During interview, management reported Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 do not have current certification in CPR.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure three staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1) The following staff records did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid: Staff #3 (employed on 03/21/22); Staff #4 (employed on 03/09/22); and Staff #5 (employed on 03/10/22). 2) During interview, management reported Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 do not have current certification in first aid.”
  4. Oct 17, 2022Inspection13 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the center did not ensure five staff had satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check prior to employment. Evidence: 1) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, were dated 09/17/21. The results were received more than 90 days prior to the date of employment. 2) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, were dated 03/17/22. 3) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, were dated 03/23/22. 4) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, were dated 03/28/22. 5) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #5, employed 03/10/22, were dated 03/22/22.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on observation and interview, the child day program, which was build before 2015, was not equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1) A carbon monoxide detector was not observed during the walk-through of the facility. 2) During interview, management stated that they have not yet installed a carbon monoxide detector.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the center did not ensure four staff had the search of the central registry check within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, was dated 06/23/22. 2) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, was dated 04/26/22. 3) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, was dated 04/21/22. 4) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #5, employed on 03/10/22, was dated 04/21/22.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the center did not obtain satisfactory results of the child abuse and neglect registry from any other state in which one individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, indicated the staff resided in a state outside of Virginia within the last five years. The record did not contain the results of the child abuse and neglect registry from that state. 2) During interview, management reported the out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry for Staff #1 has not been obtained.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-B

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure four staff completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1) The Virginia Preservice Training certificate in the record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, was dated 07/17/22. 2) The Virginia Preservice Training certificate in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, was dated 07/25/22. 3) The record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, did not contain documentation that the staff completed the Virginia Preservice Training. 4) The Virginia Preservice Training certificate in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, was dated 07/11/22. 5) During interview, management acknowledged Staff #1, Staff #2, Staff #3, and Staff #4 did not complete the Virginia Preservice Training within the first 90 days of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-540-B-11

      “Based on a review of five children's records and interview, the vendor did not obtain a written allergy care plan for one child with a diagnosed food allergy . Evidence: 1) The record of Child #1, date of attendance 02/10/22, indicated the child had a diagnosed food allergy, but the record did not contain a written allergy care plan. 2) During interview, management reported the center did not have a written allergy care plan for Child #1. A written allergy care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-a

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure five staff had satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check prior to employment. Evidence: 1) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, were dated 09/17/21. The results were received more than 90 days prior to the date of employment. 2) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, were dated 03/17/22. 3) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, were dated 03/23/22. 4) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, were dated 03/28/22. 5) The fingerprint-based national criminal background check in the record of Staff #5, employed 03/10/22, were dated 03/22/22.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-a

      “Based on a review of five staff records, the vendor did not ensure four staff had the satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check within 30 days of the individual's beginning date of employment. Evidence: 1) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #2, employed on 01/03/22, was dated 06/23/22. 2) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #3, employed on 03/21/22, was dated 04/26/22. 3) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #4, employed on 03/09/22, was dated 04/21/22. 4) The Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check in the record of Staff #5, employed on 03/10/22, was dated 04/21/22.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-790-550-2-b

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not obtain satisfactory results of the child abuse and neglect registry from any other state in which one individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff #1, employed on 02/07/22, indicated the staff resided in a state outside of Virginia within the last five years. The record did not contain the results of the child abuse and neglect registry from that state. 2) During interview, management reported the out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry for Staff #1 has not been obtained.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-790-560-A

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure two staff were evaluated by a health professional and were issued a statement that the individuals were determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB) within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1) The record of Staff #1, date of employment 02/07/22, contained a TB test that was completed on 09/13/21. The documentation should have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. 2) The record of Staff #2, date of employment 01/03/22, did not contain a TB screening. 3) During interview, management reported the TB screening for Staff #2 was not on file. The documentation of the screening should have been submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-C

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure five staff completed orientation training within the required timeframe. Evidence: 1) The following staff records did not contain documentation that the staff received orientation training: Staff #1 (employed on 02/07/22); Staff #2 (employed 01/03/22); Staff #3 (employed 03/21/22); Staff #4 (employed on 03/09/22); and Staff #5 (employed on 03/10/22). Orientation training for staff should be completed prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. 2) During interview, management reported orientation training has not been completed to staff.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure three staff had current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1) The following staff records did not contain documentation of current certification in CPR: Staff #3 (employed on 03/21/22); Staff #4 (employed on 03/09/22); and Staff #5 (employed on 03/10/22). 2) During interview, management reported Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 do not have current certification in CPR.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on a review of five staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure three staff had current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1) The following staff records did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid: Staff #3 (employed on 03/21/22); Staff #4 (employed on 03/09/22); and Staff #5 (employed on 03/10/22). 2) During interview, management reported Staff #3, Staff #4, and Staff #5 do not have current certification in first aid.”
  5. Dec 29, 2021Complaint investigation11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-A-4 Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that five staff members that were in a supervisory position had been certified by a practicing physician or physician assistant to be free from any disability which would prevent them from caring for children under their supervision. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 09/01/2020), Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021), Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021), Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) and Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) did not contain documentation of a staff health report stating staff were free from any disability which would prevent them from caring for children under their supervision. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2 Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the center did not obtain background checks within the required time frame for four staff members. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) contained a sworn statement dated 06/28/2021. 2. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) did not contain central registry finding. 3. Staff #5 (hire date 11/29/2021) did not contain central registry findings. 4. Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) did not contain central registry findings. 5. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2 Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the center failed to obtain satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) did not contain results of satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-E-1

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure two staff members obtained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the first date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (date of hire 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (date of hire 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of CPR. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-B

      “Based upon review of six staff records and interview, the vendor has not ensured that within the first 90 days of employment, staff have completed the required Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of staff completing Virginia Preservice Training. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure five staff members obtained a tuberculosis (TB) screening within 30 calendar days prior to staffs? first date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of a TB screening. 2. The record for Staff #1 (hire date 09/01/2020) contained a TB test dated 01/19/2020. 3. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) contained a TB test dated 11/17/2021. 4. The record for Staff #6 (hire date 11/4/2021) contained a TB test dated 11/24/2021. 4. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-e

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not obtain background checks within the required time frame for two staff members. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) contained a sworn statement dated 06/28/2021. 2. The record for Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) contained central registry findings dated 01/18/2022. 3. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-a-1

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) did not contain results of satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-a-2

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check for three staff members. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) and Staff #5 (hire date 11/29/2021) did not contain results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-E-2

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure two staff members obtained current certification in first aid training within 90 days of the first date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (date of hire 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (date of hire 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of current first aid certification. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-D

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for staff was completed on the facility specific topics prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment or the date of subsidy vendor approval:. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 09/01/2020), Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021), Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021), Staff #5 (hire date 11/29/2021), and Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) did not contain documentation did not contain documentation of required facility specific topics. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
  6. Dec 29, 2021Complaint investigation11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      22.1-289.031-A-4 Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that five staff members that were in a supervisory position had been certified by a practicing physician or physician assistant to be free from any disability which would prevent them from caring for children under their supervision. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 09/01/2020), Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021), Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021), Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) and Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) did not contain documentation of a staff health report stating staff were free from any disability which would prevent them from caring for children under their supervision. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-2 Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the center did not obtain background checks within the required time frame for four staff members. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) contained a sworn statement dated 06/28/2021. 2. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) did not contain central registry finding. 3. Staff #5 (hire date 11/29/2021) did not contain central registry findings. 4. Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) did not contain central registry findings. 5. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2 Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the center failed to obtain satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) did not contain results of satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-E-1

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure two staff members obtained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of the first date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (date of hire 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (date of hire 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of CPR. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-B

      “Based upon review of six staff records and interview, the vendor has not ensured that within the first 90 days of employment, staff have completed the required Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of staff completing Virginia Preservice Training. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure five staff members obtained a tuberculosis (TB) screening within 30 calendar days prior to staffs? first date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of a TB screening. 2. The record for Staff #1 (hire date 09/01/2020) contained a TB test dated 01/19/2020. 3. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) contained a TB test dated 11/17/2021. 4. The record for Staff #6 (hire date 11/4/2021) contained a TB test dated 11/24/2021. 4. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-e

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not obtain background checks within the required time frame for two staff members. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) contained a sworn statement dated 06/28/2021. 2. The record for Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) contained central registry findings dated 01/18/2022. 3. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-a-1

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check for one staff member. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) did not contain results of satisfactory results of the fingerprint-based national criminal background check. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-a-2

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check for three staff members. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021) and Staff #5 (hire date 11/29/2021) did not contain results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-E-2

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure two staff members obtained current certification in first aid training within 90 days of the first date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (date of hire 06/25/2021) and Staff #3 (date of hire 06/25/2021) did not contain documentation of current first aid certification. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-D

      “Based on review of six staff records and interview, the vendor did not ensure orientation training for staff was completed on the facility specific topics prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment or the date of subsidy vendor approval:. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 09/01/2020), Staff #2 (hire date 06/25/2021), Staff #3 (hire date 06/25/2021) Staff #4 (hire date 11/12/2021), Staff #5 (hire date 11/29/2021), and Staff #6 (hire date 11/04/2021) did not contain documentation did not contain documentation of required facility specific topics. 2. Staff #2 stated these staff members were currently working with the children in the child care center during the 12/29/2021 onsite inspection.”
  7. Oct 21, 2021Inspection12 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-E-1

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to ensure two staff members obtained current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 07/06/2021) and Staff #3 (06/07/2021) did not contain documentation of current certification in CPR. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this staff did not have this training as of 10/27/2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-D

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to ensure three staff members completed orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and within seven days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 08/30/2021) Staff #2 (hire date 07/06/2021) and Staff #3 (06/07/2021) did not documentation of orientation training. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed the staff members did not have this training on 10/27/2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-B

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to ensure two staff members completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 07/06/2021) and Staff #3 (06/07/2021) did not contain documentation of completing the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-e

      “Based on review of three staff records and interview, the vendor failed to obtain documentation of the required background checks for one staff member within the required time frame. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/07/2021) contained satisfactory results of the finger-print based national criminal background check dated 07/20/2021 and a Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check dated 07/22/2021. 2. A member of management confirmed this information on 10/27/2021.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-c

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to obtain a sex offender registry check from a state in which one staff member resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/07/2021) indicated the staff member resided in another state within the last five years. Results of a sex offender registry check from the other state had not been obtained for Staff #3. 2. The staff was observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information had not been received as of 10/27/2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      22VAC40-665-580-E-2

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to ensure two staff members obtained current certification in first aid within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #2 (hire date 07/06/2021) and Staff #3 (06/07/2021) did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this staff did not have this training as of 10/27/2021.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-b

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the child abuse and neglect registry from a state in which one staff member resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1.The record for Staff #3 (hire date 06/07/2021) indicated the staff member resided in another state within the last five years. Results of a child abuse and neglect registry from the other state had not been obtained or requested for Staff #3 as of 10/27/2021. 2. The staff was observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 2. A member of management confirmed this information had not been received as of 10/27/2021.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-530-2-a-2

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to obtain satisfactory results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check for two staff members. Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 08/30/2021) and Staff #2 (hire date 07/06/2021) did not contain results of the Virginia Child Protective Services Central Registry check. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information had not been received as of 10/27/2021.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-665-500-B

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to ensure one staff member had not been convicted of any barrier crime as defined in Section 19.2-392.02 within or outside the Commonwealth of Virginia. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #1 (hire date 08/30/2021) contained a ?Not Eligible? result from the fingerprint-based national criminal background check dated 09/16/2021. 2. The staff was observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information on 10/27/2021.”
    • Transportation

      22VAC40-665-810-D-1

      “Based on interview, the vendor transported children that were not properly secured in a child restraint device as required by the Code of Virginia. Evidence: 1. A member of management stated during the virtual inspection, children younger than eight years of age were being transported on a van to and from public school. 2. Staff #4 stated the youngest child, Child #2 (four years of age), does not ride in a child safety seat on the van while being transported. Staff #4 stated the children are secured with seat belts while riding in the van.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22VAC40-665-770-B

      “Based on documentation review, the vendor did not have a written emergency preparedness plan that addresses staff responsibility and facility readiness with respect to emergency evacuation, relocation, lockdown and shelter-in-place procedures. Evidence: A member of management faxed the center’s emergency preparedness plan. The plan did not include methods to alert staff and emergency responders, methods to ensure all children are evacuated from the building, and if necessary, moved to a relocation site, methods to account for all children at the assembly point and relocation site; accommodations or special requirements for infants, toddlers, and children with special needs to ensure their safety during evacuation or relocation, method to ensure essential documents, including emergency contact information, attendance records, medications, and supplies are taken to the assembly point and relocation site; and procedures to address reuniting children with a parent or an authorized person designated by the parent to pick up the child with respect to emergency evacuation, relocation, lockdown and shelter-in-place procedures.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on review of three staff records, observations and interview, the vendor failed to ensure two staff members were evaluated by a health professional and issued a statement that staff were determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Evidence: 1. The records for Staff #1 (hire date 08/30/2021) and Staff #2 (07/06/2021) did not contain the results of a TB screening. 2. The staff were observed working with children in the center during the 10/21/2021 virtual inspection. 3. A member of management confirmed this information had not been received as of 10/27/2021.”

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 Rejoice Christian Center Ministries

Is Rejoice Christian Center Ministries licensed?

No. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as exempt from child care licensing in Virginia.

When was Rejoice Christian Center Ministries last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Rejoice Christian Center Ministries had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 5 of 6 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 Rejoice Christian Center Ministries care for?

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

Does Rejoice Christian Center Ministries accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Rejoice Christian Center Ministries' 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 Rejoice Christian Center Ministries cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 225-8557 to ask.

What is Rejoice Christian Center Ministries' phone number?

(804) 225-8557.

Where is Rejoice Christian Center Ministries?

2713 & 2715 Byron Street, Richmond, VA 23223. The nearest other daycare we list is Little Tikes Family Care II, 0.3 miles away.

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