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Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Shaista Mirza is a licensed home daycare in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 12 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care and toddler care. It says it provides meals. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Newborns to under 3 years old |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Programs | Infant care and toddler care |
| Staff | First aid and CPR trained, MAT trained, continuing education child development classes |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Languages | Hindi and basic sign language |
| Licensed capacity | 12 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Shaista Mirza has not listed its tuition.
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 26, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 5 of 7 visits · 22 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.
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22.1-289.035-A
“Providers are required to obtain a completed Sworn Statement every five years. Caregiver A's repeat sworn statement was overdue by 2 weeks.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“The provider shall obtain for each caregiver a current Report of Tuberculosis Screening form, every two years. Caregiver A's subsequent screening results were overdue by 2 weeks.”
8VAC20-800-200-A
“The provider must orient assistants by the end of their first week of assuming job responsibilities. Assistant Caregiver #1 provided care for children for one year without receiving orientation.”
8VAC20-800-120-B
“Providers must maintain a record for each caregiver. Caregiver #1 who has been caring for children for one year did not have completed reference verifications on file with date of contact, signature of person who completed the reference check, and the relationship of reference for Caregiver #1.”
8VAC20-800-960-C
“The provider shoudl ensure high chairs, infant carrier seats, or feeding tables with safety waist and crotch straps fastened according to the manufacturer's instructions should be used for children under 12 months of age who were not held while being fed. Staff #1 placed a 19 month old in high chair for lunch.”
8VAC20-800-690-E
“The provider should ensure soiled disposable diapers and wipes should be disposed of in a leak-proof or plastic lined storage system that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the caregiver's hand nor the soiled diaper or wipe touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Staff #1 touched three doorknobs after diaper changing three children. Staff #1 disposed all the diapers in a plastic bag which was on the floor. and used hands to lift trash can lid to dispose of diaper.”
8VAC20-800-780-A
“Annually, the provider shall review with the parent the emergency contact information required in each child’s record to ensure the information is correct and shall obtain the parents signed acknowledgment of the review. Records for Child #2 not have a parent’s signature for an annual review of the emergency contact information. Child #2 had been in care for over a year.”
8VAC20-800-90-C
“Documentation of additional immunizations is required once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child #2, 22 months old, last documented immunization was over 19 months ago.”
8VAC20-790-480-B
“Based on observation and interviews, the provider did not ensure equipment and materials used by a child should be appropriate to the age, size, ability, and interest of the child. A 19 month old was placed in a highchair for lunch time. Provider acknowledged this child is self-feed by staff.”
8VAC20-800-680-A
“Staff shall wash hands with soap and running water before and after a diaper change. Staff #1 did not wash hands before or after changing a child’s diaper.”
8VAC20-800-530-F
“No soft bedding of any kind shall be used under or around infants including, but not limited to, pillows, quilts, comforters, sheepskins, or stuffed toys. Child A had a blanket covered over bouncer while sleeping.”
8VAC20-800-520-A
“Cribs shall be provided for children from birth through 12 months of age and for children over 12 months of age who are not developmentally ready to sleep on a cot, rest mat, or bed. Child A was sleeping in a bouncer.”
8VAC20-800-680-A
“Based on observation, the caregiver did not maintain washing their hands with liquid soap and warm running water before preparing and serving food and before feeding or helping children with feeding. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 and 2 did not wash hands before serving food for the children. Staff were observing self-feeding one child with a banana and then self-feed another child.”
8VAC20-800-480-B
“Based on observation and interviews, the provider did not ensure equipment and materials used by a child should be appropriate to the age, size, ability, and interest of the child. Evidence: 1. Four two-year-old children were placed in highchairs for lunch time. Provider acknowledged these children are self-feed by staff.”
8VAC20-800-480-A
“Based on observation during circle time, staff did not provide a sufficient quantity and variety of play materials and equipment that shall be readily accessible to children. Evidence: In circle time, 9 out of the 11 children were playing with blocks and one pushed toy. The children grabbed and shoved each other for the push a large sit on car onto a few children. Staff did not provide a variety of play materials to play with until suggested by Licensing.”
8VAC20-800-690-E
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure soiled disposable diapers and wipes shall be disposed of in a leak-proof or plastic lined storage system that is either foot operated or used in such a way that neither the caregiver's hand nor the soiled diaper or wipe touches the exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. Evidence: 1. Staff 2 touched three doorknobs and used hands to lift trash can lid to dispose of diaper.”
8VAC20-800-730-D
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure medications for caregivers were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. Staff 1 medication stored prescription were on a shelf in an area accessible to children. The medication was removed from the shelf and placed in a closet. The closet door did not securely close and was not locked.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation of the physical plant, areas of the home were not maintained in a clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1.Two rest mats were torn, and the rips exposed absorbent pad so rest mats could not be cleaned and sanitized. 2. The round carpet had ends that were bent upward and posed a tripping hazard.”
8VAC20-800-130
“Based on observation and interviews, an assistant caregiver did not meet general qualifications for caregivers. Evidence 1. Staff 1 and Staff 2 were unable to speak to Licensing in English. Provider acknowledged that Staff 1 and 2 spoke limited English and would be unable to communicate effectively with emergency personnel.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on children records review, 1 out 3 records, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #2 (date of enrollment 2/10/2022) did not have a physical examination in record available for review.”
8VAC20-800-690-D
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure the diapering surface was nonabsorbent and washable. Evidence: 1. The changing pad had a large hole in the top corner, exposing the absorbent cushion.”
8VAC20-800-630-A
“Based on observation and interview, staff did not provide behavioral guidance that is constructive in nature and age and stage appropriate to redirect children to appropriate behavior. Evidence: 1. Child 2 (two-year-old) repeatedly ran around the classroom falling on children including infants, push other children, and ran pushing children away from toys, and into the children, which included two infants being hit by the car. Staff only said no and then grabbed child by the arm to either pull child away or force child to sit down.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“Based on children records, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #2 did not a have a physical examination in the record prior to a attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance.”
22.1-289.036-B-4
“Based on records review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a central registry results. Evidence: 1 Household members #1 and #2 central registry results expired on 8/21/2022.”
8VAC20-800-210-A
“Evidence: 1. Staff #1 did not complete 16 hours of annual training. 2. Staff #2 did not complete 16 hours of annual training.”
8VAC20-800-180-A
“Evidence: 1. Household member #1 Tuberculosis Screening expired on 2/7/2020.”
8VAC20-800-120-B
“Evidence: 1. Staff #3 did not have documentation of two or more references before employment.”
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Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
7932 Jannalee Ave, Alexandria, VA
Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Alexandria, VA 22306 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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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 August 26, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 5 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.
12, the licensed capacity on the state record.
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 660-1688 to ask.
(703) 660-1688.
Alexandria, VA 22306. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.