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Soniya Ashraf

Alexandria, VA 22304 · home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
licensed capacity
9
open each week
5 days

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About Soniya Ashraf

Soniya Ashraf is a licensed home daycare in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 9 children, serving school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 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 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 3 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
9 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:00 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 capacity9 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

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State record

Inspection reports for Soniya Ashraf

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
9 children
Ages
School-age children
License number
#1109945
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Summary

13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 24, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 5 of 13 visits · 31 rules in all

  • Safety and hazards 15
  • Records and paperwork 11
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Sep 24, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Apr 28, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Oct 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Oct 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Apr 17, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Oct 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jul 1, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-A

      “Based on review of the attendance sheet and interview, the family day home did not keep a written record of children in attendance each day. Evidence: 1. The provider stated Child #3 arrived at 9:00am, but was not listed on the attendance sheet at approximately 10:45am.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on review, the provider did not obtain the parent's written acknowledgment of the receipt of the information required in this section. Evidence: 1. Child #3 (start date 6/05/2021) did not have the parent's written acknowledgment of the policy for administering medication.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of two children's records and interview, the records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Child #3 (start date 6/05/2021) did not have the child's proof of birth, previous daycares listed and authorization for emergency medical care”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-D

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, outdoor play equipment did not meet the all requirements. Evidence: 1. The swing seat in the backyard was made of wood and did not have flexible seats of rubber, canvas or nylon.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-C

      “Based on review, the provider did not document in the child's record the method of verification of the child's age and identity; and the names and locations of the previous child care programs and schools the child has attended. Evidence: 1. The provider stated she saw Child# 3's (start date 6/05/2021) proof of birth document, but did not document the information and stated the child did not have previous childcares.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-50-C

      “Based on observation, Information contained in a child's record was not kept privileged and confidential. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page from the inspection dated 5/02/2024 was posted on the wall. The supplemental page is considered confidential.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, the violation notice from the last inspection was not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: 1. The provider had the summary posted from the last inspection dated 5/02/2024, but did not have the violation notice posted.”
  10. May 2, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-440-B

      “Based on observation, Protective barriers or guardrails were not constructed to prevent a child from climbing over, crawling or falling through, or becoming entrapped. Evidence: 1. On the deck, a child protective gate was attached to the rails by the stairs with zip ties and was not attached correctly allowing the gate door to open easily and give children access to the stairs.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-330-A

      “Based on observation and interview, the provider did not have a landline telephone that did not require electricity to operate. Evidence: 1. The provider had a cordless telephone, but could not find her phone that did not require electricity to operate.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that unused electrical outlets accessible to children have child-resistant protective covers. Evidence: 1. Two unused outlets in the kitchen, 1 unused outlet in the family and 1 unused outlet in the playroom were not covered with protective covers.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were not stored away and kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. A wheel and tire cleaner and armor all car wash was under the kitchen sink in an unlocked cabinet. 2.A container of Tide laundry soap, scrubbing bubbles and Windex were under the sink in an unlocked lower bathroom cabinet. The bathroom is used by children. 3. A bag of miracle grow was on the deck where the children play outside.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-250-A

      “Based on observation, hanging items including window blind or curtain cords, appliance cords, and ropes shall be out of reach of children under five years of age. Evidence: 1. Multiple head phone wires with long cords were hanging on the wall near the crib in the playroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the family day home outside were not maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1. Visible broken glass was in the grass near the large tree swing in the backyard..”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation, the violation notice and summary from the last inspection was not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: 1. The last inspection from March 18, 2024 was not posted to include the summary and violation notice.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that prescription medications are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. A household member's prescription ointment was observed on a low shelf on the kitchen island, accessible to children.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on interview, the provider did not have a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. The provider did not have a carbon monoxide detector and the home was build before 2015.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “Based on review, the provider did not obtain the parent's written acknowledgment of the receipt of the information required in this section. Evidence: 1. Child #1's file (start date 8/21/2023) did not have the following forms signed: Information for Parent's form, the liability insurance declaration and the policy for administering medication form. 2. Child #2's file (start date 8/21/2023) did not have the following forms signed: The policy for administering medication form, the liability insurance declaration and provisions of the emergency plan”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of two children's records and interview, the records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Child #1's file (start date 8/21/2023) was missing two emergency contact addresses, written authorization for emergency medical care and written authorization to go off premises. The provider stated she takes the children off premises. 2. Child #2's file (start date 8/21/2023) was missing one emergency contact address and phone number, written authorization for emergency medical care and written authorization to go off premises.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of the provider's menu, it did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. The provider's menu was not dated for the current week.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-C

      “Repeat Violation Based on interview, the provider did not ensure that the emergency evacuation drill documentation included the minimum information. Evidence: 1. The provider stated she completed an emergency evacuation drill in April, but did not document the required information”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Repeat Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that they had a working battery operated weather band radio, and extra batteries. Evidence: 1. Observed that the provider had a portable weather band radio, but the provider did not have batteries in the radio to demonstrate that it was working.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-D

      “Based on observation, outdoor play equipment did not meet the all requirements. Evidence: 1. The swing seat in the backyard was made of wood and did not have flexible seats of rubber, canvas or nylon.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-760-A-1

      “Based on observation, the first aid kit did not contain the minimum requirements. Evidence: 1. The provider had a first aid kit that was missing the first aid instructional manual and assorted size bandages.”
Show 9 earlier visits
  1. May 2, 2024Inspection16 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-440-B

      “Based on observation, Protective barriers or guardrails were not constructed to prevent a child from climbing over, crawling or falling through, or becoming entrapped. Evidence: 1. On the deck, a child protective gate was attached to the rails by the stairs with zip ties and was not attached correctly allowing the gate door to open easily and give children access to the stairs.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-330-A

      “Based on observation and interview, the provider did not have a landline telephone that did not require electricity to operate. Evidence: 1. The provider had a cordless telephone, but could not find her phone that did not require electricity to operate.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that unused electrical outlets accessible to children have child-resistant protective covers. Evidence: 1. Two unused outlets in the kitchen, 1 unused outlet in the family and 1 unused outlet in the playroom were not covered with protective covers.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances, materials and supplies such as, but not limited to, cleaning agents, disinfectants, deodorizers, plant care chemicals, pesticides, and petroleum distillates were not stored away and kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. A wheel and tire cleaner and armor all car wash was under the kitchen sink in an unlocked cabinet. 2.A container of Tide laundry soap, scrubbing bubbles and Windex were under the sink in an unlocked lower bathroom cabinet. The bathroom is used by children. 3. A bag of miracle grow was on the deck where the children play outside.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-250-A

      “Based on observation, hanging items including window blind or curtain cords, appliance cords, and ropes shall be out of reach of children under five years of age. Evidence: 1. Multiple head phone wires with long cords were hanging on the wall near the crib in the playroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-240-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the family day home outside were not maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1. Visible broken glass was in the grass near the large tree swing in the backyard..”
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “Based on observation, the violation notice and summary from the last inspection was not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: 1. The last inspection from March 18, 2024 was not posted to include the summary and violation notice.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that prescription medications are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. A household member's prescription ointment was observed on a low shelf on the kitchen island, accessible to children.”
    • Safety and hazards

      22.1-289.058

      “Based on interview, the provider did not have a carbon monoxide detector. Evidence: 1. The provider did not have a carbon monoxide detector and the home was build before 2015.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-70-B

      “Based on review, the provider did not obtain the parent's written acknowledgment of the receipt of the information required in this section. Evidence: 1. Child #1's file (start date 8/21/2023) did not have the following forms signed: Information for Parent's form, the liability insurance declaration and the policy for administering medication form. 2. Child #2's file (start date 8/21/2023) did not have the following forms signed: The policy for administering medication form, the liability insurance declaration and provisions of the emergency plan”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of two children's records and interview, the records did not contain all required information. Evidence: 1. Child #1's file (start date 8/21/2023) was missing two emergency contact addresses, written authorization for emergency medical care and written authorization to go off premises. The provider stated she takes the children off premises. 2. Child #2's file (start date 8/21/2023) was missing one emergency contact address and phone number, written authorization for emergency medical care and written authorization to go off premises.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of the provider's menu, it did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. The provider's menu was not dated for the current week.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-C

      “Repeat Violation Based on interview, the provider did not ensure that the emergency evacuation drill documentation included the minimum information. Evidence: 1. The provider stated she completed an emergency evacuation drill in April, but did not document the required information”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Repeat Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that they had a working battery operated weather band radio, and extra batteries. Evidence: 1. Observed that the provider had a portable weather band radio, but the provider did not have batteries in the radio to demonstrate that it was working.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-800-500-D

      “Based on observation, outdoor play equipment did not meet the all requirements. Evidence: 1. The swing seat in the backyard was made of wood and did not have flexible seats of rubber, canvas or nylon.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-760-A-1

      “Based on observation, the first aid kit did not contain the minimum requirements. Evidence: 1. The provider had a first aid kit that was missing the first aid instructional manual and assorted size bandages.”
  2. Mar 18, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that prescription medications are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: observed on a low shelf on the kitchen island, accessible to children, a tub of ointment with a prescription label.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that hazardous substances were kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1) observed laundry detergent and disinfectant spray in an unlocked cabinet under the sink 2) observed air freshener accessible to children on a shelf in the family room”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “Based on review, the facility did not ensure that when meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period is posted. Evidence: reviewed the provider's menu and found that the substituted foods were not listed: the menu listed French toast and mangos for breakfast, but the provider served waffles and bananas.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that they had a working battery-operated flashlight, a working portable battery-operated weather band radio, and extra batteries. Evidence: observed that the provider had a flashlight that did not work and a portable weather band radio that did not work at the time of the inspection.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-C

      “Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they emergency evacuation and shelter in place drills included the minimum information. Evidence: reviewed the emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drill log and found that it was missing the following: 1) identity of the person conducting the drill, 2) method used for notification of the drill, 3) number of caregivers participating, 4) number of children participating, 5) any special conditions simulated, 6) problems encountered, if any, 7) and weather conditions.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they had signed authorization for emergency medical care. Evidence: reviewed 3 children's records and found that all 3 children did not have signed emergency medical authorization forms.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that unused electrical outlets accessible to children have child-resistant protective covers. Evidence: observed 2 uncovered electrical outlets along the kitchen island and 2 in the front family room.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-C

      “Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they documented the method of verification of the child's age and identity. Evidence: reviewed 3 children's records and found that Child 1 did not have documentation of proof of identity in the child's record.”
  3. Mar 18, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-730-D

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that prescription medications are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: observed on a low shelf on the kitchen island, accessible to children, a tub of ointment with a prescription label.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that hazardous substances were kept inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1) observed laundry detergent and disinfectant spray in an unlocked cabinet under the sink 2) observed air freshener accessible to children on a shelf in the family room”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-920

      “Based on review, the facility did not ensure that when meals or snacks are provided by the family day home, the menu for the current one-week period is posted. Evidence: reviewed the provider's menu and found that the substituted foods were not listed: the menu listed French toast and mangos for breakfast, but the provider served waffles and bananas.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-770

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that they had a working battery-operated flashlight, a working portable battery-operated weather band radio, and extra batteries. Evidence: observed that the provider had a flashlight that did not work and a portable weather band radio that did not work at the time of the inspection.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-830-C

      “Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they emergency evacuation and shelter in place drills included the minimum information. Evidence: reviewed the emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place drill log and found that it was missing the following: 1) identity of the person conducting the drill, 2) method used for notification of the drill, 3) number of caregivers participating, 4) number of children participating, 5) any special conditions simulated, 6) problems encountered, if any, 7) and weather conditions.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-60-B

      “Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they had signed authorization for emergency medical care. Evidence: reviewed 3 children's records and found that all 3 children did not have signed emergency medical authorization forms.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that unused electrical outlets accessible to children have child-resistant protective covers. Evidence: observed 2 uncovered electrical outlets along the kitchen island and 2 in the front family room.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-80-C

      “Based on review, the provider did not ensure that they documented the method of verification of the child's age and identity. Evidence: reviewed 3 children's records and found that Child 1 did not have documentation of proof of identity in the child's record.”
  4. May 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. May 25, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Jan 24, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “Based on record review, the record of a child was not reviewed annually by the parent. Evidence: The record of Child A was last reviewed 10/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-680-B

      “Based on observation, caregivers did not ensure that children's hands were washed before eating. Evidence: Caregiver A fed Child A without washing the hands of Child A.”
  7. Jan 24, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-800-780-B

      “Based on record review, the record of a child was not reviewed annually by the parent. Evidence: The record of Child A was last reviewed 10/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-680-B

      “Based on observation, caregivers did not ensure that children's hands were washed before eating. Evidence: Caregiver A fed Child A without washing the hands of Child A.”
  8. May 12, 2022Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-800-180-A

      “Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a repeat tuberculosis screening for each caregiver. Evidence: The tuberculosis screening of Caregiver A expired in 2021.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-280

      “Based on observation, potentially poisonous substances were not inaccessible to children. Evidence: Disinfectant wipes were on a table in the kitchen.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-800-320-B

      “Based on observation, child resistant protective covers were not installed on all unused electrical outlets. Evidence: Two unused electrical outlets located on the island in the kitchen were not covered with protective covers.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-800-960-G

      “Based on observation, a bottle was heated in a microwave oven. Evidence: Caregiver A heated a bottle in the microwave.”
  9. Jan 26, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

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 Soniya Ashraf

Is Soniya Ashraf licensed?

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

When was Soniya Ashraf last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Soniya Ashraf had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 5 of 13 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 Soniya Ashraf care for?

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

Does Soniya Ashraf accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Soniya Ashraf's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Soniya Ashraf cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (571) 501-1297 to ask.

What is Soniya Ashraf's phone number?

(571) 501-1297.

Where is Soniya Ashraf?

Alexandria, VA 22304. 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).