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Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2
- licensed capacity
- 16
- open each week
- 5 days
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About Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2
Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 is a licensed child care center in Gate City, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 16 children, serving infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Infants
Ages served: infants, toddlers and preschoolers
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 16 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers and preschoolersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 16 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 16 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers and preschoolers
- License number
- #847061
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 22, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 6 visits · 3 rules in all
- Records and paperwork 2
- Health, medication and illness 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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- Jul 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Feb 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 29, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Apr 22, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Child # 2 who had been enrolled for 4 months did not have documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age.”
Oct 28, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.011-F
“The license is required to be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. There was not copy posted at the center.”
Mar 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-510-I
“Based on observation, the center did failed to administer prescription medication only those drugs that were dispensed from a pharmacy and maintained in the original, labeled container. Evidence: 1. There was an inhaler in the medication box in a plastic bag with the child's name on it and it was not in the original, labeled container.”
- Sep 11, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Sep 29, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 3, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
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- Oct 4, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2
Is Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on July 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 6 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 Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 care for?
16, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers and preschoolers.
Does Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 accept child care subsidies?
The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.
What are Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2 cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (276) 386-2858 to ask.
What is Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2's phone number?
(276) 386-2858.
Where is Shoemaker Early Head Start 1 and 2?
227 Bishop Street, Gate City, VA 24251. The nearest other daycare we list is Scott County Public School Head Start-Shoemaker #1 and #2, under 0.1 miles away.