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Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon

2355 Dulles Corner Boulevard, Herndon, VA 201714.8· 51 reviews
licensed capacity
79
open each week
5 days
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About Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon

Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon is a licensed child care center in Herndon, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 79 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care and preschool.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageCameras for parentsSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: infants (4 weeks+) through preschool (5 years)
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
79 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: Infants (4 weeks+) through preschool (5 years)
ProgramsInfant care and preschool
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
CurriculumSTREAMin3
StaffAll teachers and staff are CPR and First Aid certified
SafetySecure entry systems, Cameras / live video for parents (cameras throughout our classrooms)
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Parent updatesParent app (Brightwheel)
Licensed capacity79 childrenFrom the state license
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State record

Inspection reports for Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
79 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1109635
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Summary

15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 2, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 15 visits · 8 rules in all

  • Staff training and qualifications 4
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Records and paperwork 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, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jul 2, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Apr 20, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. The caulking between the sink and wall was coming off and needed repair in the bathroom that 3-year-old children use.”
  4. Aug 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “For staff hired before July 1, 2024, providers must obtain the results of a central registry search for an employee, within 30 days of service. Caregiver #5 did not have central registry search results during the inspection and has been employed for over 60 days.”
  5. Aug 1, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “For staff hired before July 1, 2024, providers must obtain the results of a central registry search for an employee, within 30 days of service. Caregiver #5 did not have central registry search results during the inspection and has been employed for over 60 days.”
  6. May 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Mar 11, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  8. Mar 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Mar 11, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Nov 4, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “All staff must have a current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #1 does not have a current certification in first aid.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “All staff must have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to ages of children in care. Staff #1 does not have a current certification in CPR.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “There shall always be at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. There were no staff present that obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-J-1

      “Whenever the center has agreed to administer prescribed medications, the administration shall be performed by a staff member or independent contractor who has satisfactorily completed a training program for this purpose. The center has agreed to administer medication, but there were no staff present that satisfactorily completed a medication authorization training.”
Show 5 earlier visits
  1. Nov 4, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “All staff must have a current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #1 does not have a current certification in first aid.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “All staff must have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to ages of children in care. Staff #1 does not have a current certification in CPR.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-L

      “There shall always be at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. There were no staff present that obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-245-J-1

      “Whenever the center has agreed to administer prescribed medications, the administration shall be performed by a staff member or independent contractor who has satisfactorily completed a training program for this purpose. The center has agreed to administer medication, but there were no staff present that satisfactorily completed a medication authorization training.”
  2. Jun 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-G

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that when food is brought from home, the food container is clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: Food brought from home for two children in the refrigerator were not dated.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on record review and observation, the center did not keep a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs for each group of children. Evidence: The attendance record for the Toddler classroom did not have one child who was present signed into the daily attendance record.”
  3. Jun 7, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-560-G

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that when food is brought from home, the food container is clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: Food brought from home for two children in the refrigerator were not dated.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on record review and observation, the center did not keep a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs for each group of children. Evidence: The attendance record for the Toddler classroom did not have one child who was present signed into the daily attendance record.”
  4. Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon

Is Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon licensed?

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

When was Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 2, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 7 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 Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon care for?

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

Does Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (424) 303-0131 to ask.

What is Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon's phone number?

(424) 303-0131.

Where is Rising Stars Learning Center Herndon?

2355 Dulles Corner Boulevard, Herndon, VA 20171. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School- Herndon, 0.1 miles away.

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