Deara Fennell
Richmond, VA 23219 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim itAbout
Robert L. Taylor Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Richmond, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 112 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to 12 years of age |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP) |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| More | Founded 1871 |
| Licensed capacity | 112 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Robert L. Taylor Childcare Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 17, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 13 rules in all
For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Physical examinations completed by a physician shall be obtained prior to the first day of attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for child #3, enrolled for over a year did not have documentation of a physical examination.”
8VAC20-780-510-G
“Medication shall be labeled with the child’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage amount, and the time or time to be given. There was one epinephrine pen being kept in the office for a child. The epinephrine pen was not labeled with the child’s name, or dosage amount.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“When an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days will be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Child #8 had one medication which expired on 3/26. The medication was not sent home or disposed.”
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Immunization records are required to be signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department. The immunization record for child #3 was not signed and dated by a physician, his designee, or an official of the local health department.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“The center is required to obtain annual approval from the health department or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for their water supply and sewage disposal system. The center had not obtained a Report of Environmental Sanitation in the last year.”
8VAC20-780-510-I
“Prescription medication may be administered if the parent has completed a written authorization from a parent or guardian. There was no written parent/guardian or physician authorization to administer prescription medications to children #7.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. There was no record of shelter-in-place drills practiced in 2024.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“The center is required to obtain annual approval from the health department or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for their water supply and sewage disposal system. The center had not obtained a Report of Environmental Sanitation in the last year.”
8VAC20-780-510-I
“Prescription medication may be administered if the parent has completed a written authorization from a parent or guardian. There was no written parent/guardian or physician authorization to administer prescription medications to children #7.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. There was no record of shelter-in-place drills practiced in 2024.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1 Complaint related: No
“The required ratio for children ages birth ? 16 months is one staff per four children. On November 21, 2024, in the Infant II classroom there was 1 staff with 6 children from approximately 8:30am ? 10:03am. The youngest child was 13 months.”
8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: No
“When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. 1. On November 21, 2024, staff #1 was supervising six children, the youngest child in the group was 13 months of age. Staff #1 was reading a story with three of the children, while three other children were playing. Child #1 began to cry. Staff #1 asked child #1 to ?come here? which was when Staff #1 noticed a braid hanging from child #1?s scalp. Staff #1 immediately called for assistance, and she held and consoled child #1. 2. Staff #1 stated that she did not know how child #1?s braid became detached from Child # 1?s scalp.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Staff #5 is currently working and has a TB screening that was dated 3 days after their first day of employment.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“The center is required to obtain documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Staff #5 is currently working and has a TB screening that was dated 3 days after their first day of employment.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observations, areas, and equipment inside and outside the center were not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the infant II classroom, there were soft blocks that were torn on the edges exposing the inside materials. 2. In the 4?s classroom, there was a blue plastic child size chair with a crack in the seat measuring 4-6 inches that can pinch, or scratch skin and snag clothing. There was a rug that had fraying edges, posing a trip hazard to the children.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation, 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: The allergy lists posted in the infant classroom posted on a wall uncovered. The list was not kept confidential.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observations, areas, and equipment inside and outside the center were not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the infant II classroom, there were soft blocks that were torn on the edges exposing the inside materials. 2. In the 4?s classroom, there was a blue plastic child size chair with a crack in the seat measuring 4-6 inches that can pinch, or scratch skin and snag clothing. There was a rug that had fraying edges, posing a trip hazard to the children.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation, 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: The allergy lists posted in the infant classroom posted on a wall uncovered. The list was not kept confidential.”
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation, the centers did not ensure that all first kits contain all the required items. Evidence: 1. The first aid kit located in the head start classroom contained 1 of 2 triangle bandages.”
8VAC20-780-540-C
“Based on observation, the centers did not ensure that all first kits contain all the required items. Evidence: 1. The first aid kit located in the head start classroom contained 1 of 2 triangle bandages.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on record review, the center did not maintain a complete written record of children's serious and minor injuries. Evidence: 1. The injury report for child # 6 dated 5/5/2023, did not contain the date and time that the parent was notified. 2. The injury report for child # 7 dated 4/11/2023, did not contain future action to prevent recurrence. 3. The injury report for child # 8 dated 3/14/2023, did not contain the date and time parent was notified, and the future action to prevent recurrence.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on record review, the center did not maintain a complete written record of children's serious and minor injuries. Evidence: 1. The injury report for child # 6 dated 5/5/2023, did not contain the date and time that the parent was notified. 2. The injury report for child # 7 dated 4/11/2023, did not contain future action to prevent recurrence. 3. The injury report for child # 8 dated 3/14/2023, did not contain the date and time parent was notified, and the future action to prevent recurrence.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure staff who work directly with children, obtained certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration; and shall have been completed within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3, hired 08/04/2022, did not contain documentation of completion of CPR, exceeding 90 days from hire. 2. The record for staff #4, hired 06/2912022, did not contain documentation of completion of CPR, exceeding 90 days from hire. 3. The administrator stated staff #3 and staff #4 had not completed certification in CPR.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to implement a procedure for staff and children to wash hands after diapering. Evidence: 1. The infant teacher was observed during diapering. The infant teacher did not wash her hands or the child's after diapering.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on review of staff records and interview, the center did not ensure staff who work directly with children, obtained certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration; and shall have been completed within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3, hired 08/04/2022, did not contain documentation of completion of CPR, exceeding 90 days from hire. 2. The record for staff #4, hired 06/2912022, did not contain documentation of completion of CPR, exceeding 90 days from hire. 3. The administrator stated staff #3 and staff #4 had not completed certification in CPR.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Based on observation and interview, the center failed to implement a procedure for staff and children to wash hands after diapering. Evidence: 1. The infant teacher was observed during diapering. The infant teacher did not wash her hands or the child's after diapering.”
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on a review of five staff records, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that within the first 90 days of employment all staff shall complete the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. One of five staff whose records were reviewed did not complete the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care staff within the first 90d days of employment. Staff #4 completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff on 10/2/2021. Staff #4 was employed on 6/1/2021.”
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on a review of five staff records, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that within the first 90 days of employment all staff shall complete the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. One of five staff whose records were reviewed did not complete the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care staff within the first 90d days of employment. Staff #4 completed the Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff on 10/2/2021. Staff #4 was employed on 6/1/2021.”
8VAC20-770-60-B
“Based on a review of four staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that one out of four staff had a completed sworn statement prior to hire. Evidence: 1) The record for Staff #2, hired on 09/27/21, contained a sworn statement that was dated 12/07/21. 2) During interview, a member of management reported the record for Staff #2 did not contain a sworn statement that was signed prior to hire. An employee or volunteer of a licensed or registered child welfare agency or of a family day home approved by a family day system must not be employed or provide volunteer service until the agency or home has the person's completed sworn statement or affirmation.”
8VAC20-770-60-B
“Based on a review of four staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that one out of four staff had a completed sworn statement prior to hire. Evidence: 1) The record for Staff #2, hired on 09/27/21, contained a sworn statement that was dated 12/07/21. 2) During interview, a member of management reported the record for Staff #2 did not contain a sworn statement that was signed prior to hire. An employee or volunteer of a licensed or registered child welfare agency or of a family day home approved by a family day system must not be employed or provide volunteer service until the agency or home has the person's completed sworn statement or affirmation.”
Reviews
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Richmond, VA 23219 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
2107 Jefferson Avenue, Richmond, VA
323 North 20th Street, Richmond, VA
2001 E. Broad Street, Richmond, VA
1708 North 22nd Street, Richmond, VA
2012 Selden Street, Richmond, VA
607 North 10th Street, Richmond, VA
Richmond, VA 23219 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
5 N 5th Street, Richmond, VA
FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 17, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 10 of 13 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.
112, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 565-5880 to ask.
(804) 565-5880.
929 North 26th Street, Richmond, VA 23223. The nearest other daycare we list is Central Montessori School of Virginia LLC - Infant/Tod Program, 0.5 miles away.