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Skipwith Academy (#50)

7344 Townes Road, Richmond, VA 232264.6· 28 reviews
licensed capacity
120
open each week
5 days

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About Skipwith Academy (#50)

Skipwith Academy (#50) is a licensed child care center in Richmond, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Montessori approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and preschool. It says it provides meals.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsMontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: school-age children

From the state license. Ages it lists: 3 weeks - 12 years
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Type
Child care center
Ages
School-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
120 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 licenseHours it lists: “7am - 6pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesSchool-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 3 weeks - 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachMontessori
EnrichmentMath, art, music, foreign language
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetySecure keypad entry systems, Outdoor playground
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Assistance it acceptsChild Care Aware of America / NACCRRA military families
TransportationTransportation (Transportation to and from area public schools)
AccreditationCognia (AdvancED) accredited
MoreFounded 1996
Licensed capacity120 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Skipwith Academy (#50) has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Skipwith Academy (#50)

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
120 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#934669
See the state's record

Summary

10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 22, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 10 visits · 1 rule in all

  • Safety and hazards 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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See all 17 visits
  1. Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In classroom 3, two air freshener spray cans were observed on a shelf that was unlocked and accessible to children.”
  6. May 28, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In classroom 3, two air freshener spray cans were observed on a shelf that was unlocked and accessible to children.”
  7. Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Nov 7, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Apr 4, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Apr 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 6, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jan 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Dec 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A canister of odor/disinfectant spray was observed unlocked on the console of the bus used to transport children. There were no children on the bus at the time of the observation.”
  5. Dec 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A canister of odor/disinfectant spray was observed unlocked on the console of the bus used to transport children. There were no children on the bus at the time of the observation.”
  6. Jun 21, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In classroom #3, classroom #4 and classroom #7 chipped and peeling paint was observed. 3. On the playground, nail heads were protruding out and several areas had broken and splintered areas on the wooded fence. At the top of the fence, sharp edges were not covered which could snag skin.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on a review of staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening (TB) at the time of employment and prior to coming in contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #6 (start date: 6/20/22) did not have documentation of the TB screening or test at time of employment.”
  7. Jun 21, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In classroom #3, classroom #4 and classroom #7 chipped and peeling paint was observed. 3. On the playground, nail heads were protruding out and several areas had broken and splintered areas on the wooded fence. At the top of the fence, sharp edges were not covered which could snag skin.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on a review of staff records, the center did not ensure that each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening (TB) at the time of employment and prior to coming in contact with children. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #6 (start date: 6/20/22) did not have documentation of the TB screening or test at time of employment.”

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 Skipwith Academy (#50)

Is Skipwith Academy (#50) licensed?

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

When was Skipwith Academy (#50) last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Skipwith Academy (#50) had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 2 of 10 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 Skipwith Academy (#50) care for?

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

Does Skipwith Academy (#50) accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Skipwith Academy (#50)'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 Skipwith Academy (#50) cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 282-5519 to ask.

What is Skipwith Academy (#50)'s phone number?

(804) 282-5519.

Where is Skipwith Academy (#50)?

7344 Townes Road, Richmond, VA 23226. The nearest other daycare we list is Epiphany Lutheran Church, 0.3 miles away.

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