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Sherry Brown

Alexandria, VA 22306 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
10
open each week
5 days

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About Sherry Brown

Sherry Brown is a licensed home daycare in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 10 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. 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 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 41 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

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Type
Home daycare
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
10 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
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license
SettingFamily child care homeFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity10 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

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Inspection reports for Sherry Brown

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
10 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#900357
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Summary

11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 9, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 41 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 11
  • Safety and hazards 11
  • Background checks 7
  • Health, medication and illness 5
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Supervision and ratios 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. Jul 9, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The provider's current license was not posted on the licensed premises.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Wood burning fireplaces and associated chimneys must be inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. The annual inspection of the provider's wood burning fireplace is overdue by 13 months.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “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 children A and B were overdue for a parent’s signature for an annual review of the emergency contact information by 33 days.”
  2. Feb 3, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Wood burning fireplaces and associated chimneys must be inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. The annual inspection of the provider's wood burning fireplace is overdue by 7 months.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Caregivers who work directly with children must complete the department's annual health and safety update course. Caregiver #2's annual health and safety update course is overdue by 85 days.”
  3. Aug 4, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-A

      “Before the child's first day of attendance, parents must be provided in writing the provisions of the family day home's emergency preparedness and response plan. Child #5, enrolled for eleven months, was not provided in writing the provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Children's records are required to contain parental employment addresses, work phone numbers, and the name and policy number of the child's medical insurance. The records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were missing the employment information for one parent and the name and policy numbers of their medical insurance. The children had been enrolled for fifty-nine days.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period must be dated and be given to parents or posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. Provider's menu for the current week was not posted for the parents.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “Before the child's first day of attendance, the provider must obtain the parent's written acknowledgement of the receipt of the information regarding family day home operations and administration. There were no parent acknowledgements available for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4, who have been enrolled for two months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-690-E

      “Soiled disposable diapers and wipes must 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. The provider did not have a foot operated storage system for disposal of soiled diapers and wipes.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “The provider shall obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical exam record available for Child #3, who had been in care for 59 days.”
  4. Aug 4, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-A

      “Before the child's first day of attendance, parents must be provided in writing the provisions of the family day home's emergency preparedness and response plan. Child #5, enrolled for eleven months, was not provided in writing the provisions of the family day home’s emergency preparedness and response plan.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Children's records are required to contain parental employment addresses, work phone numbers, and the name and policy number of the child's medical insurance. The records for Child #1, Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4 were missing the employment information for one parent and the name and policy numbers of their medical insurance. The children had been enrolled for fifty-nine days.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “When meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period must be dated and be given to parents or posted or placed in an area accessible to parents. Provider's menu for the current week was not posted for the parents.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “Before the child's first day of attendance, the provider must obtain the parent's written acknowledgement of the receipt of the information regarding family day home operations and administration. There were no parent acknowledgements available for Child #2, Child #3, and Child #4, who have been enrolled for two months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-690-E

      “Soiled disposable diapers and wipes must 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. The provider did not have a foot operated storage system for disposal of soiled diapers and wipes.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “The provider shall obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. There was no physical exam record available for Child #3, who had been in care for 59 days.”
  5. Mar 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “The vendor must maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Child#1's attendance record did not document arrival and departure times.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-760-A-1

      “A first aid kit must contain the minimum emergency supplies and be accessible in the family day home, wherever children are in care. The first aid kit was missing adhesive tape.”
  6. Mar 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-790-180-B

      “The vendor must maintain a written hard copy record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Child#1's attendance record did not document arrival and departure times.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-760-A-1

      “A first aid kit must contain the minimum emergency supplies and be accessible in the family day home, wherever children are in care. The first aid kit was missing adhesive tape.”
  7. Nov 12, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “REPEAT VIOLATION The emergency evacuation procedures shall be practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care. Emergency evacuation drills for fire were not practiced in the months of August and September.”
  8. Aug 16, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the provider did not obtain central registry findings within 30 days of employment for all caregivers. Evidence: There is no documentation the provider submitted a central registry finding for caregiver #2 who's first day of employment was 06/27/2024.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review of emergency procedures, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider did not document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. Evidence: The emergency plan was last reviewed and updated on 01/10/23.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “Based on record review, the emergency evacuation procedures were not practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care. Evidence: Emergency evacuation drills for fire were not practiced in the months of May and July.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1's first day of attendance was in February 2023. 2. Child #1 did not have documentation of a physical examination.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-800-120-D

      “Based on record review, the provider did not maintain the required background checks. Evidence: The provider did not maintain the documentation of a central registry background check results for Caregiver #1.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, the family day home was not equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1.A carbon monoxide detector was not installed at the time of inspection. 2. Provider showed a detector purchased. It was in the unopened box in a Ziplock bag.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, the license and other documents required by the Superintendent were not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued license and finding of the most recent inspection were not posted on the premises.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #2's first day of employment was 6/27/2024 and has lived outside of Virginia within the past five years. 2. Caregiver #2 does not have documentation of the results of a criminal history record check and the child abuse and neglect registry from any state outside of the commonwealth of Virginia.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation that a child has been adequately immunized prior to attending the family day home. Evidence: 1. Child #1's first day of attendance was in February 2023. 2. Child #1 did not have documentation of an immunization record.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-430-B

      “Based on observation, the required gates were not installed at stair openings. Evidence: The stairs to the second level and third level of the family day home are not blocked off with the required gates at the top or bottom of the stairs, making them accessible to the children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-150-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not have documentation to verify assistants are 16 years of age or older. Evidence: Caregiver #2 did not have documentation for age verification.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on record review and interview, caregivers did not complete the annual health and safety update course. Evidence: Caregiver #1's most recent health and safety course expired in May 2024.”
  9. Aug 16, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the provider did not obtain central registry findings within 30 days of employment for all caregivers. Evidence: There is no documentation the provider submitted a central registry finding for caregiver #2 who's first day of employment was 06/27/2024.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review of emergency procedures, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider did not document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan. Evidence: The emergency plan was last reviewed and updated on 01/10/23.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “Based on record review, the emergency evacuation procedures were not practiced monthly with all caregivers and children in care. Evidence: Emergency evacuation drills for fire were not practiced in the months of May and July.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-100-A

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a child's attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1's first day of attendance was in February 2023. 2. Child #1 did not have documentation of a physical examination.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-800-120-D

      “Based on record review, the provider did not maintain the required background checks. Evidence: The provider did not maintain the documentation of a central registry background check results for Caregiver #1.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, the family day home was not equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1.A carbon monoxide detector was not installed at the time of inspection. 2. Provider showed a detector purchased. It was in the unopened box in a Ziplock bag.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on observation, the license and other documents required by the Superintendent were not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued license and finding of the most recent inspection were not posted on the premises.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “REPEAT VIOLATION Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Evidence: 1. Caregiver #2's first day of employment was 6/27/2024 and has lived outside of Virginia within the past five years. 2. Caregiver #2 does not have documentation of the results of a criminal history record check and the child abuse and neglect registry from any state outside of the commonwealth of Virginia.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-90-A

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation that a child has been adequately immunized prior to attending the family day home. Evidence: 1. Child #1's first day of attendance was in February 2023. 2. Child #1 did not have documentation of an immunization record.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-430-B

      “Based on observation, the required gates were not installed at stair openings. Evidence: The stairs to the second level and third level of the family day home are not blocked off with the required gates at the top or bottom of the stairs, making them accessible to the children.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-800-150-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the provider did not have documentation to verify assistants are 16 years of age or older. Evidence: Caregiver #2 did not have documentation for age verification.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on record review and interview, caregivers did not complete the annual health and safety update course. Evidence: Caregiver #1's most recent health and safety course expired in May 2024.”
  10. Apr 25, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-510-A

      “Based on observation, children were not provided with individual cots for resting. Evidence: The cots were not identified for individual use.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-430-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, children under two years of age and children over two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision have access to stairs. Evidence: The stairs to the second level of the family day home are not blocked off at the top or bottom of the stairs, making them accessible to the children.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Based on review of fore safety procedures, the wood burning fireplace and associated chimney was not inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. Documentation of the inspection and cleaning was not maintained by the provider Evidence: Documentation of an annual inspection completed for the fireplace and associated chimney was not available for review.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the outdoor play area was not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: Observations of the outdoor play area which revealed the presence of hazardous items such as a substantially large, discarded TV and oversized ladders accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on record review, 3 children’s records were incomplete. Evidence: The records for child #2 and child #3 (first day of attendance was 2/21/2023) do not have documentation of an annual parental review of child’s record. The record for child #1 (under two years old) does not contain documentation of an updated immunization record every two years for children under the age of two. Immunization record in record was dated 9/23/2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-A

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider failed to maintain an up-tp-date record for each enrolled child. Evidence: Provider did not have a record available for review for child# 4 (first day of attendance 1/4/2020).”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-B

      “Based on record review of caregivers, the provider did not maintain a complete and updated record for all caregivers. Evidence: The record for caregiver #2 did not contain their address, emergency contact information and statement of health.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-940-B

      “Based on observation and provider statement, an operable thermometer was not available to monitor refrigerator and freezer compartment temperatures. Evidence: Provider confirmed she does not have a thermometer for the fridge where food is stored.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review of emergency procedures, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider did not document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan Evidence: The emergency plan was last reviewed and updated on 01/10/23.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider did not obtain a central registry sear finding within 30 days of employment for all caregivers. Evidence: There is no documentation the provider submitted a central registry finding for caregiver #2 (first day of employment 04/01/2024).”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider failed to obtain a sworn statement or affirmation prior to first day of employment. Evidence: Caregiver #2 (first day of employment 4.1 2024), does not have documentation of a completed sworn statement or affirmation prior to first day of employment.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on observation the family day home was not equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: A carbon monoxide detector was not observed. Provider confirmed there isn?t a carbon monoxide detector in the home.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from any state in which the individual has resided int he preceding five years. Evidence: Caregiver #2 (first day of employment 4/1/2024) has lived outside Virginia within the past five years. does not documentation that the provider obtained a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from any state in which the individual has resided int he preceding five years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation, the license and other documents required by the Superintendent were not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued license and finding of the most recent inspection were not posted on the premises.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider did not ensure all caregivers submit to fingerprinting prior to first day of employment. Evidence: Caregiver #2 (first day of employment 4/1/2024), does not have documentation of an eligible fingerprint prior to first day of employment.”
Show 10 earlier visits
  1. Apr 25, 2024Inspection15 rules cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-510-A

      “Based on observation, children were not provided with individual cots for resting. Evidence: The cots were not identified for individual use.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-430-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, children under two years of age and children over two years of age who are not developmentally ready to climb or descend stairs without supervision have access to stairs. Evidence: The stairs to the second level of the family day home are not blocked off at the top or bottom of the stairs, making them accessible to the children.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-G

      “Based on review of fore safety procedures, the wood burning fireplace and associated chimney was not inspected annually by a knowledgeable inspector to verify that the devices are properly installed, maintained, and cleaned as needed. Documentation of the inspection and cleaning was not maintained by the provider Evidence: Documentation of an annual inspection completed for the fireplace and associated chimney was not available for review.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the outdoor play area was not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: Observations of the outdoor play area which revealed the presence of hazardous items such as a substantially large, discarded TV and oversized ladders accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on record review, 3 children’s records were incomplete. Evidence: The records for child #2 and child #3 (first day of attendance was 2/21/2023) do not have documentation of an annual parental review of child’s record. The record for child #1 (under two years old) does not contain documentation of an updated immunization record every two years for children under the age of two. Immunization record in record was dated 9/23/2023.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-A

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider failed to maintain an up-tp-date record for each enrolled child. Evidence: Provider did not have a record available for review for child# 4 (first day of attendance 1/4/2020).”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-120-B

      “Based on record review of caregivers, the provider did not maintain a complete and updated record for all caregivers. Evidence: The record for caregiver #2 did not contain their address, emergency contact information and statement of health.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-940-B

      “Based on observation and provider statement, an operable thermometer was not available to monitor refrigerator and freezer compartment temperatures. Evidence: Provider confirmed she does not have a thermometer for the fridge where food is stored.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-800-B

      “Based on record review of emergency procedures, the provider did not review the emergency plan at least annually and update the plan as needed. The provider did not document in writing each review and update to the emergency plan Evidence: The emergency plan was last reviewed and updated on 01/10/23.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider did not obtain a central registry sear finding within 30 days of employment for all caregivers. Evidence: There is no documentation the provider submitted a central registry finding for caregiver #2 (first day of employment 04/01/2024).”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider failed to obtain a sworn statement or affirmation prior to first day of employment. Evidence: Caregiver #2 (first day of employment 4.1 2024), does not have documentation of a completed sworn statement or affirmation prior to first day of employment.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on observation the family day home was not equipped with a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: A carbon monoxide detector was not observed. Provider confirmed there isn?t a carbon monoxide detector in the home.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider did not obtain a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from any state in which the individual has resided int he preceding five years. Evidence: Caregiver #2 (first day of employment 4/1/2024) has lived outside Virginia within the past five years. does not documentation that the provider obtained a copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry from any state in which the individual has resided int he preceding five years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation, the license and other documents required by the Superintendent were not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: The most recently issued license and finding of the most recent inspection were not posted on the premises.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on record review of caregiver records, the provider did not ensure all caregivers submit to fingerprinting prior to first day of employment. Evidence: Caregiver #2 (first day of employment 4/1/2024), does not have documentation of an eligible fingerprint prior to first day of employment.”
  2. Sep 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 1 of 1 children's records is incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 was missing the health policy number.”
  3. Sep 15, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 1 of 1 children's records is incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 was missing the health policy number.”
  4. Apr 17, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on training documentation, the provider has not completed the department's annual health and safety update. Evidence: The health and safety update was not been completed for the previous year.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Based on record review and provider statement, attendance is not maintained as each child arrives and departs. Evidence: The provider completes the attendance for all children in advance before they arrive and does not document time in and time out.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 3 children's records were incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 and Child #2 were missing medical insurance policy number. Child #2 was missing an updated immunization record (last updated 2/2022) Child #1 was missing documentation of an annual update”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the outside storm door was not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: The storm door glass was shattered and multiple small shards of glass were hanging on the top of the door frame.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-290

      “Based on observation, sharp kitchen utensils were not inaccessible to children. Evidence: The children were upstairs upon arrival and had access to a kitchen knife on the counter.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-430-A

      “Based on observation, children under two years of age had access to stairs. Evidence: A child under two years of age had access to stairs on multiple levels of the townhouse as no gates were in place to prevent the child climbing or falling down the steps.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “Based on record review and provider statement, monthly evacuation drills were not conducted. Evidence: No drills were conducted the months of February and March 2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-680-B

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that children wash their hands after diapering. Evidence: The provider changed a child's diaper after it was soiled and the child did not wash their hands.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-690-D

      “Based on provider statement, the diaper surface is not non-absorbent. Evidence: The Provider stated that she changes diapers on a blanket.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 3 children's records were incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 and Child #2 were missing medical insurance policy number. Child #2 was missing an updated immunization record (last updated 2/2022) Child #1 was missing documentation of an annual update”
  5. Apr 17, 2023Inspection10 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on training documentation, the provider has not completed the department's annual health and safety update. Evidence: The health and safety update was not been completed for the previous year.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Based on record review and provider statement, attendance is not maintained as each child arrives and departs. Evidence: The provider completes the attendance for all children in advance before they arrive and does not document time in and time out.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 3 children's records were incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 and Child #2 were missing medical insurance policy number. Child #2 was missing an updated immunization record (last updated 2/2022) Child #1 was missing documentation of an annual update”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, the outside storm door was not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: The storm door glass was shattered and multiple small shards of glass were hanging on the top of the door frame.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-290

      “Based on observation, sharp kitchen utensils were not inaccessible to children. Evidence: The children were upstairs upon arrival and had access to a kitchen knife on the counter.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-800-430-A

      “Based on observation, children under two years of age had access to stairs. Evidence: A child under two years of age had access to stairs on multiple levels of the townhouse as no gates were in place to prevent the child climbing or falling down the steps.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-A

      “Based on record review and provider statement, monthly evacuation drills were not conducted. Evidence: No drills were conducted the months of February and March 2023.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-680-B

      “Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that children wash their hands after diapering. Evidence: The provider changed a child's diaper after it was soiled and the child did not wash their hands.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-690-D

      “Based on provider statement, the diaper surface is not non-absorbent. Evidence: The Provider stated that she changes diapers on a blanket.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on record review, 3 children's records were incomplete. Evidence: Child #1 and Child #2 were missing medical insurance policy number. Child #2 was missing an updated immunization record (last updated 2/2022) Child #1 was missing documentation of an annual update”
  6. Sep 8, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on provider statement, the required annual health and safety update training has not been completed within the past year. Evidence: The provider did not complete the 3 hour required training since 2020.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-790

      “Based on observation and provider statement, the poison control number was not posted. Evidence: The poison control sticker with the listed phone number was not visible close to the telephone.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-I

      “Based on observation and provider statement, the Family Day Home did not have a fire extinguisher. Evidence: The provider stated that an active fire extinguisher was not available for fire safety and prevention.”
  7. Sep 8, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on provider statement, the required annual health and safety update training has not been completed within the past year. Evidence: The provider did not complete the 3 hour required training since 2020.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-790

      “Based on observation and provider statement, the poison control number was not posted. Evidence: The poison control sticker with the listed phone number was not visible close to the telephone.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-I

      “Based on observation and provider statement, the Family Day Home did not have a fire extinguisher. Evidence: The provider stated that an active fire extinguisher was not available for fire safety and prevention.”
  8. Jun 13, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on record review, the provider did not have documentation of obtaining the annual subsidy update course (3 hours) Evidence: The provider did not obtain the annual subsidy update training for 2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Based on record review, the assistant was missing the VA Preservice Training within 90 days of employment. Evidence: No certificate was available to verify that the assistant had completed the training within 90 days.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on observation, the Provider failed to renew her CPS check prior to expiration. Evidence: The Provider's CPS clearance check expired 12/2021 and a new one has not been obtained prior to expiration.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-590-A

      “Based on observation an infant is not placed on their back when sleeping. Evidence: During the inspection an infant fell sleep and was placed on their stomach on the provider's lap.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-A

      “Based on record review, child #1 parent did not have all required information prior to the child attending the Family Day Home. Evidence: 1. Child #1 was missing a signed acknowledgement of the home's medication policy, liability declaration, provision of emergency relocation, transportation permission and authorization to apply topical creams. 2. Child #2 was missing the transportation permission form.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Based on observation, unused outlets covers were missing protective covers. Evidence: Two outlets were missing covers in the daycare space in the basement.”
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-800-990-B

      “Based on provider statement, the provider did not ensure that all required items were in the while transporting children. Evidence: The provider stated no first aid kit and provider information (provider's address and phone number, written permission to transport as well as emergency information for children) were in the car.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-4

      “Based on record review and provider statement, an out of state Central Registry check has not been obtained within 45 days of employment. Evidence: The assistant lives out of state within the past 5 years and does not have a CPS check-hired September 2021.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and statement, a caregiver is missing a Virginia Central Registry Check. Evidence: Assistant is missing required VA CPS check within 30 days of employment. Hired September 2021.”
  9. Jun 13, 2022Inspection9 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-F

      “Based on record review, the provider did not have documentation of obtaining the annual subsidy update course (3 hours) Evidence: The provider did not obtain the annual subsidy update training for 2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-250-B

      “Based on record review, the assistant was missing the VA Preservice Training within 90 days of employment. Evidence: No certificate was available to verify that the assistant had completed the training within 90 days.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on observation, the Provider failed to renew her CPS check prior to expiration. Evidence: The Provider's CPS clearance check expired 12/2021 and a new one has not been obtained prior to expiration.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-800-590-A

      “Based on observation an infant is not placed on their back when sleeping. Evidence: During the inspection an infant fell sleep and was placed on their stomach on the provider's lap.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-A

      “Based on record review, child #1 parent did not have all required information prior to the child attending the Family Day Home. Evidence: 1. Child #1 was missing a signed acknowledgement of the home's medication policy, liability declaration, provision of emergency relocation, transportation permission and authorization to apply topical creams. 2. Child #2 was missing the transportation permission form.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Based on observation, unused outlets covers were missing protective covers. Evidence: Two outlets were missing covers in the daycare space in the basement.”
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-800-990-B

      “Based on provider statement, the provider did not ensure that all required items were in the while transporting children. Evidence: The provider stated no first aid kit and provider information (provider's address and phone number, written permission to transport as well as emergency information for children) were in the car.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-4

      “Based on record review and provider statement, an out of state Central Registry check has not been obtained within 45 days of employment. Evidence: The assistant lives out of state within the past 5 years and does not have a CPS check-hired September 2021.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and statement, a caregiver is missing a Virginia Central Registry Check. Evidence: Assistant is missing required VA CPS check within 30 days of employment. Hired September 2021.”
  10. Sep 23, 2021Inspection4 rules cited
    • Background checks

      63.2-1720.1-B-4

      “Based on provider statement, background checks for any individual who lives out of state within the last 5 years has not been requested. Evidence: Assistant #1 is missing the copy of the results of a sex offender registry check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22VAC40-111-120-A

      “Based on provider statement and record review, an assistant is missing a reference. Evidence: Assistant #1 is missing one of two references prior to hire (8/2021)”
    • Safety and hazards

      22VAC40-111-800-B

      “Based on the provider statement, the emergency plan has not been reviewed annually. Evidence: Documentation of the last review was 2018.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22VAC40-111-70-A

      “Based on record review and provider statement, the parent of an enrolled child has not been given all required written information. Evidence: Child #1 is missing the Provision of Emergency Relocation form that is signed by the parent.”

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 Sherry Brown

Is Sherry Brown licensed?

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

When was Sherry Brown last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on July 9, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sherry Brown had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 41 rules across 11 of 11 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 Sherry Brown care for?

10, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve school-age children.

Does Sherry Brown accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Sherry Brown'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 Sherry Brown cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 765-0820 to ask.

What is Sherry Brown's phone number?

(703) 765-0820.

Where is Sherry Brown?

Alexandria, VA 22306. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.

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