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River's Bend Children's Center

12201 Kingston Avenue, Chester, VA 238363.6· 9 reviews
licensed capacity
250
open each week
5 days

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About River's Bend Children's Center

River's Bend Children's Center is a licensed child care center in Chester, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 250 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 5 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-age

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
Closed today
Licensed capacity
250 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
Licensed capacity250 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for River's Bend Children's Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
250 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1059819
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Summary

7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 1, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 5 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 1

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

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

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  1. Jun 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 3, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The updated screening for staff #5 was due 1 month ago.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-530-A

      “At least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present shall have current certification in both CPR and first aid. Staff #1 was alone with a group of 11 school age children and did not have current certification in CPR or first aid.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “A nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing children shall be used. For children younger than three years, this surface shall be a changing table or countertop designated for changing. The center is not using a changing table or countertop designated for changing children in classroom #5, with children ages two years old. The center is changing the children in classroom #5 standing up in the restroom.”
  3. Mar 4, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. Child #1, enrolled for 4 months, has a documented dietary restriction. Child #1 was not listed on the posted allergy list in the classroom dated 03/03/2025.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years. 1. The most recent central registry check for staff #3 was overdue by 4 months. 2. The most recent central registry check for staff #4 was overdue by 6 weeks. 3. The most recent criminal background check for staff #3 was overdue by 5 months.”
  4. Oct 8, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Nov 27, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jun 9, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that a complete record was kept for one (1) staff. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 6/5/2023) did not contain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. If a reference check is taken over the phone, documentation must include:a. Dates of contact; b. Names of persons contacted; c. The firms contacted; d. Results; and e. Signature of person making call. 2. The record contained documentation that calls were attempted prior to employment but the results were not documented. 3. Administration acknowledged that the results of the phone reference checks were not obtained.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening within the required time frame for one (1) staff. 1. Documentation of the screening must be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. 2. The documentation must 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. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #3 (date of employment: 4/17/2023) contained a negative TB screening dated 5/30/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the TB screening was submitted prior to employment but was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.”
  9. Dec 9, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-540-C

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that their vehicle's first aid kit contained the required supplies. Evidence: 1. The first aid kit on the center's bus was inspected on 12/9/2022. The first aid kit contained a bottle of antiseptic that expired in July of 2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the kit did not contain non expired antiseptic.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on a review of records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. The record of child #1 (date of enrollment: 8/22/2022) indicated that the child had a diagnosed food allergy. The center did not have documentation of a written care plan for the child as required. 2. Administration acknowledged that they did not have a written care plan for child #1.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure to maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan required in 8VAC20-780-60 A 8. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. The allergy lists were observed to be posted in the infant, toddler and two year old classrooms. The lists were not posted in a way to maintain confidentiality as required. In the art room and one of the school age rooms, a list was not available. 2. Administration acknowledged that the postings were not kept in a confidential manner and available in all rooms where children were present.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, were maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The center's bus was inspected on 12/9/2022. Rips and tears were observed on several of the passenger seats which exposed the foam cushioning. 2. Administration acknowledged that there were tears in the bus seats.”
  10. Jun 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on a review of 5 children's records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: 1. The records of child #4 (DOE: 1/5/2022) and child #5 (DOE: 9/8/2020) contained written documentation of confirmed food allergies. The records did not contain the required written care plans. 2. Administration acknowledged that the written care plans had not been obtained.”
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Dec 14, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Oct 4, 2021Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Food and nutrition

      22VAC40-185-560-F Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on review of documentation and interview, the center did not ensure when meals or snacks are provided, that the most recent age-appropriate nutritional requirements of a recognized authority such as the Child and Adult Care Food Program of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) are followed. Evidence: 1. Four menus were reviewed which documented that juice was regularly served at 2 snacks per day. Cookies and cereal bars were listed on the menu as a grain component for several snacks. 2. The most recent USDA/CACFP meal patterns limits juice to once per day. Grain based desserts are not to count as a grain component. 3. Administration acknowledged that the menu did not meet the USDA/CACFP nutritional requirements for the snacks.”

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 River's Bend Children's Center

Is River's Bend Children's Center licensed?

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

When was River's Bend Children's Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.

Has River's Bend Children's Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 5 rules across 2 of 7 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

How many children can River's Bend Children's Center care for?

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

Does River's Bend Children's Center accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are River's Bend Children's Center'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 River's Bend Children's Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 530-5600 to ask.

What is River's Bend Children's Center's phone number?

(804) 530-5600.

Where is River's Bend Children's Center?

12201 Kingston Avenue, Chester, VA 23836. The nearest other daycare we list is Future Church of Christ (Hol), USA, 0.9 miles away.

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