Mrs. Monique Booker
Roanoke, VA 24017 · school-age only · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Small Steps Learning Academy
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
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About
About Small Steps Learning Academy
Small Steps Learning Academy is a licensed child care center in Salem, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM
Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Small Steps Learning Academy has not listed its tuition.
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State record
Inspection reports for Small Steps Learning Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 120 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1107252
Summary
12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 12 visits · 1 rule in all
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 22 visits
- Jul 1, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 13, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 14, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jul 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. The bottom right hinge was not attached to the cabinet door on the right above the sink in the 2 ? year old room. The bottom right corner of the cabinet door would pull away from the cabinet when opened.”
Jul 8, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. The bottom right hinge was not attached to the cabinet door on the right above the sink in the 2 ? year old room. The bottom right corner of the cabinet door would pull away from the cabinet when opened.”
Show 12 earlier visits
- Jan 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The boys bathroom in the last preschool room on the left side of the hallway contained a Swiffer mop with cleaning solution located on the right side of the bathroom entrance. No children were observed in the area but it was accessible to children.”
Jul 12, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, the center failed to ensure that hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The boys bathroom in the last preschool room on the left side of the hallway contained a Swiffer mop with cleaning solution located on the right side of the bathroom entrance. No children were observed in the area but it was accessible to children.”
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- May 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Nov 22, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 1, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on review of staff records the facility failed to maintain complaince with this standard as required. Evidence: Staff record #1 did not have an updated PPD /TB test. The previous one had expired as of 11/05/2021.”
May 5, 2022Complaint investigation1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes
“Based on discussions with administration the facility failed to maintain compliance with this standard as required related to walking field-trips. Evidence: The preschool classroom walked to the convenience store, located at the edge of their property, to obtain a surprise snack item from the store owner on 4-8-22. The parents were not notified of this outing until after the outing had occurred. Field-trip standards require that parents be notified prior to any field-trip.”
- Dec 10, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 10, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Small Steps Learning Academy
Is Small Steps Learning Academy licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Small Steps Learning Academy last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Small Steps Learning Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 2 of 12 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 Small Steps Learning Academy care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Small Steps Learning Academy accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Small Steps Learning Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Small Steps Learning Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 904-6808 to ask.
What is Small Steps Learning Academy's phone number?
(540) 904-6808.
Where is Small Steps Learning Academy?
2131 Apperson Drive, Salem, VA 24153. The nearest other daycare we list is Roanoke Valley Children's Academy, 0.4 miles away.