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Sparkles! at Fair Oaks

12001 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 220304.3· 42 reviews
licensed capacity
158
open each week
5 days

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About Sparkles! at Fair Oaks

Sparkles! at Fair Oaks is a licensed child care center in Fairfax, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 158 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 22 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMOpen until 7 PM

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
6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Licensed capacity
158 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Tuesday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Wednesday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Thursday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
Friday6:00 AM to 7:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity158 childrenFrom the state license
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Inspection reports for Sparkles! at Fair Oaks

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
158 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1048612
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Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 12 visits · 22 rules in all

  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Health, medication and illness 4
  • Staff training and qualifications 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Food and nutrition 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. May 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 13, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1

      “When an infant is placed in his crib, he shall be placed on his back. Child A was on the stomach at the time of inspection. Child A is too young to roll over in the crib.”
  3. Nov 13, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-370-1

      “When an infant is placed in his crib, he shall be placed on his back. Child A was on the stomach at the time of inspection. Child A is too young to roll over in the crib.”
  4. Apr 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “A written care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Child #3, who has been enrolled for 3 months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “The center may administer drugs only to the child identified on the prescription label in accordance with the prescriber's instructions pertaining to dosage, frequency and manner of administration. Child #3, who has been enrolled for 3 months and has a medication on site does not have the prescription label with the prescribers instructions pertaining to the manner of administration.”
  5. Apr 23, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “A written care plan is required for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Child #3, who has been enrolled for 3 months, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “The center may administer drugs only to the child identified on the prescription label in accordance with the prescriber's instructions pertaining to dosage, frequency and manner of administration. Child #3, who has been enrolled for 3 months and has a medication on site does not have the prescription label with the prescribers instructions pertaining to the manner of administration.”
  6. Aug 5, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete the annual health and safety update course. Evidence: The following staff were out of compliance with the health and safety update course: Staff A May 28, 2023, Staff B February 8, 2024, Staff C April 6, 2023, Staff D March 28, 2023, Staff E May 5, 2023, Staff F May 7, 2023, Staff G March 16, 2023, Staff H May 8, 2023, Staff I March 19, 2023, Staff J June 28, 2023, Staff K March 31, 2023Staff L March 10, 2023, Staff M May 3, 2023”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diapering requirements were not met.. Evidence: Infant 1a room hac no sink accessible to the diapering area. The staff member had to open a gate to enter another area to wash their hands.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, there were no protective covers on electrical outlets. Evidence: The preschool room 3 had a multiplug unit with no protective covers on it. The staff had used some tape to cover the outlets. Preschool 2b had two outlets with no protective covers.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, cleaning materials were in an area not locked and accessible to children. Evidence: Infant 2b room had bleach water under the changing table that was not locked. Preschool 2b had hand sanitizer out and accessible to children.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, equipment of the center was not maintained in a safe operable condition. Evidence: The toddler A classroom had a wall kickboard coming off the wall. The toddler B room had a faucet missing on the play sink.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, information was missing in children's files. Evidence: Child B was missing documentation of persons authorized to pick up. Child F was missing documentation of persons authorized to pick up and the addresses for the two emergency contacts.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on observation and record review, medication was at the center with an expired authorization. Evidence: Child H had an expired medication authorization of July 3, 2024 in the record. The medication was still at the center and had not been picked up by the parent and there was no new authorization provided.”
  7. Aug 5, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on record review, staff did not complete the annual health and safety update course. Evidence: The following staff were out of compliance with the health and safety update course: Staff A May 28, 2023, Staff B February 8, 2024, Staff C April 6, 2023, Staff D March 28, 2023, Staff E May 5, 2023, Staff F May 7, 2023, Staff G March 16, 2023, Staff H May 8, 2023, Staff I March 19, 2023, Staff J June 28, 2023, Staff K March 31, 2023Staff L March 10, 2023, Staff M May 3, 2023”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diapering requirements were not met.. Evidence: Infant 1a room hac no sink accessible to the diapering area. The staff member had to open a gate to enter another area to wash their hands.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, there were no protective covers on electrical outlets. Evidence: The preschool room 3 had a multiplug unit with no protective covers on it. The staff had used some tape to cover the outlets. Preschool 2b had two outlets with no protective covers.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, cleaning materials were in an area not locked and accessible to children. Evidence: Infant 2b room had bleach water under the changing table that was not locked. Preschool 2b had hand sanitizer out and accessible to children.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, equipment of the center was not maintained in a safe operable condition. Evidence: The toddler A classroom had a wall kickboard coming off the wall. The toddler B room had a faucet missing on the play sink.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, information was missing in children's files. Evidence: Child B was missing documentation of persons authorized to pick up. Child F was missing documentation of persons authorized to pick up and the addresses for the two emergency contacts.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-P

      “Based on observation and record review, medication was at the center with an expired authorization. Evidence: Child H had an expired medication authorization of July 3, 2024 in the record. The medication was still at the center and had not been picked up by the parent and there was no new authorization provided.”
  8. Feb 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  9. Feb 1, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Dec 12, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-B-2 Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews, the center did not inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurred while the child is under the supervision of the center and required outside medical attention. Evidence: 1. On 12/4/2023, Child #1 fell off the monkey bars at the center, resulting in an injury that required outside medical attention. 2. On 12/7/2023, Child #1's parent reported the injury to center staff in a note and verbally. Staff #1 confirmed that she spoke with the parent on 12/07/2023. 3. On 12/12/2023, the center informed the department's representative of the 12/4/2023 injury.”
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  1. Nov 13, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not obtain the fingerprint results for each staff member prior to the date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) had fingerprint results dated 9/12/2023.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not complete orientation training for each staff member prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) did not have record of completing orientation training.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-E

      “Based on review of staff records, staff did not complete orientation training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of the first day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) did not have record of completing orientation training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) .”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool 3 classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water and fabulosa cleaning spray was inside an upper cabinet. The safety lock was not latched.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the School age classroom, paint was chipping around the door border. 2. In the Pre-K classroom, one side of a cabinet handle was not attached to the cabinet under the sink and the wood of the cabinet was chipping in the right corner. 3. In the Preschool 2a classroom, the short door did not close properly and was splintering on the left side.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-570-E

      “Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. In the Infant 1A and 1B refrigerator, three bottles were labeled with the child's name, but did not have a date on each bottle.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, the center failed to cover all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age with child-resistant protective covers. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool 3 classroom, one electrical outlet was not covered near the blocks center and was unused.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not keep staff and children's records confidential. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page of the 7/13/2023 inspection was posted on the bulletin board and is considered confidential.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of three staff records, the center did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and that had been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) had a tuberculosis screening dated 6/07/2023 and was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-H

      “Based on observation, harmful craft materials were not stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. Four small bottles of craft paint were in a lower cabinet near the refrigerator in the Infant 1B classroom and were accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/21/2023) had documentation that two references were checked/obtained after employment on 8/24/2023 and 8/30/2023.”
  2. Nov 13, 2023Inspection11 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not obtain the fingerprint results for each staff member prior to the date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) had fingerprint results dated 9/12/2023.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on review of three staff records, the center did not complete orientation training for each staff member prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) did not have record of completing orientation training.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-E

      “Based on review of staff records, staff did not complete orientation training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) within 30 days of the first day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) did not have record of completing orientation training in first aid and cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) .”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool 3 classroom, a spray bottle of bleach water and fabulosa cleaning spray was inside an upper cabinet. The safety lock was not latched.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the School age classroom, paint was chipping around the door border. 2. In the Pre-K classroom, one side of a cabinet handle was not attached to the cabinet under the sink and the wood of the cabinet was chipping in the right corner. 3. In the Preschool 2a classroom, the short door did not close properly and was splintering on the left side.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-570-E

      “Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: 1. In the Infant 1A and 1B refrigerator, three bottles were labeled with the child's name, but did not have a date on each bottle.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, the center failed to cover all unused electrical outlets accessible to children under five years of age with child-resistant protective covers. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool 3 classroom, one electrical outlet was not covered near the blocks center and was unused.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not keep staff and children's records confidential. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page of the 7/13/2023 inspection was posted on the bulletin board and is considered confidential.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Repeat Violation Based on review of three staff records, the center did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and that had been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/28/2023) had a tuberculosis screening dated 6/07/2023 and was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-H

      “Based on observation, harmful craft materials were not stored in areas inaccessible to children. Evidence: 1. Four small bottles of craft paint were in a lower cabinet near the refrigerator in the Infant 1B classroom and were accessible to children.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 8/21/2023) had documentation that two references were checked/obtained after employment on 8/24/2023 and 8/30/2023.”
  3. Sep 12, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jul 13, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the large PreK1 & II classroom, bleach water and bleach bottle were inside a high cabinet above the microwave. The child proof cabinet lock was not fastened/locked.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas inside the center were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom connected to the Pre-K1 & II classroom, one tile was cracked.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diapering requirements were not all met. Evidence: 1. In the infant 1B classroom, the staff member's hand touched the exterior surface of the storage system used during disposal of a diaper, gloves and wipes. The staff member did not use the foot operated pedal to open the storage system. 2. In the infant 1B classroom, the sink was not accessible in the diaper area. The staff member had to open the gate to enter another area to get to the sink to wash hands.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on review of training, one staff did not complete the health and safety update course this year. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 took the health and safety update course on 6/06/2022, but did not take it in 2023.”
  5. Jul 13, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the large PreK1 & II classroom, bleach water and bleach bottle were inside a high cabinet above the microwave. The child proof cabinet lock was not fastened/locked.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas inside the center were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the bathroom connected to the Pre-K1 & II classroom, one tile was cracked.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diapering requirements were not all met. Evidence: 1. In the infant 1B classroom, the staff member's hand touched the exterior surface of the storage system used during disposal of a diaper, gloves and wipes. The staff member did not use the foot operated pedal to open the storage system. 2. In the infant 1B classroom, the sink was not accessible in the diaper area. The staff member had to open the gate to enter another area to get to the sink to wash hands.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on review of training, one staff did not complete the health and safety update course this year. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 took the health and safety update course on 6/06/2022, but did not take it in 2023.”
  6. May 3, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-N

      “Based on review of the medication log and interview, the center did not keep record of medication given to a child. Evidence: 1. A staff member stated Child #2 had an authorized medication given on 4/14/2023, but the staff member to not record it on the medication log for that day.”
  7. Mar 14, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain one staff members documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 2/23/2023) had completed a tuberculosis screening dated 6/02/2022, but it was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center did not have a physical examination and immunization documentation that had the date on each report and signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health depart- ment for each child. Evidence: 1. Child #4 (start date 1/04/2023) had an immunization record and physical, but it was not dated and signed by a physician and was not on the current form required by the Virginia Department of Health or a physician's form.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, one of five children's records did not have complete information. Evidence: 1. Child #2 (start date 4/18/2022) was missing one emergency contact name, address and phone number and the 2nd emergency contact address.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on staff record review, the center did not obtain a completed sworn statement or affirmation for an employee prior to the 1st day of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #6 (Date of hire 1/16/2023) had a sworn statement dated 1/17/2023.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside and outside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool 3A classroom, paint was chipping by the window. 2. In the Pre K1 &II classroom, paint was chipping near the closet door. The classroom door was difficult to open and close. 3. In the 2A classroom, paint was chipping by two windows. 4. In the Pre-K classroom, paint was chipping by the window. 5. On the playground, a tricycle was missing a foot pedal.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diaper changing requirements were not all met. Evidence: 1. In the Infant B classroom, the diaper changing pad had 3 approximately 1-2 inch tears on the white pad and one small hole. It was not a nonabsorbent surface for diapering.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. A can of Lysol, a bottle of bleach water and container of Swiffer wet mop replacements were inside an unlocked unlatched high cabinet. The lock had the key in it.”
  8. Mar 14, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of staff records, the center did not obtain one staff members documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 2/23/2023) had completed a tuberculosis screening dated 6/02/2022, but it was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center did not have a physical examination and immunization documentation that had the date on each report and signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health depart- ment for each child. Evidence: 1. Child #4 (start date 1/04/2023) had an immunization record and physical, but it was not dated and signed by a physician and was not on the current form required by the Virginia Department of Health or a physician's form.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, one of five children's records did not have complete information. Evidence: 1. Child #2 (start date 4/18/2022) was missing one emergency contact name, address and phone number and the 2nd emergency contact address.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on staff record review, the center did not obtain a completed sworn statement or affirmation for an employee prior to the 1st day of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #6 (Date of hire 1/16/2023) had a sworn statement dated 1/17/2023.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center inside and outside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Preschool 3A classroom, paint was chipping by the window. 2. In the Pre K1 &II classroom, paint was chipping near the closet door. The classroom door was difficult to open and close. 3. In the 2A classroom, paint was chipping by two windows. 4. In the Pre-K classroom, paint was chipping by the window. 5. On the playground, a tricycle was missing a foot pedal.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diaper changing requirements were not all met. Evidence: 1. In the Infant B classroom, the diaper changing pad had 3 approximately 1-2 inch tears on the white pad and one small hole. It was not a nonabsorbent surface for diapering.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. A can of Lysol, a bottle of bleach water and container of Swiffer wet mop replacements were inside an unlocked unlatched high cabinet. The lock had the key in it.”
  9. Dec 6, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Transportation

      8VAC20-780-580-C

      “Based on the interview, the center did not ensure that during transportation of children Virginia state statutes about safety belts and child restraints are followed as required by ?? 46.2-1095 through 46.2-1100 of the Code of Virginia. Evidence: 1. The VA statutes require that children under the age of 8 years be properly secured in a child safety seat or booster seat. 2. On November 21, 2022, Staff #2 drove three children (ages 5 years, 5 years and 7 years) to elementary school in their personal vehicle and did not put the children in child restraints. The children were secured in the vehicle only with seat belts. 3. Staff #2 states, ?I took 3 children to school in my personal car and did not put them in car seats or booster seats. I didn?t have keys to the van? and ?did not feel comfortable driving the van.?”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “Based on interviews and documentation reviewed, staff failed to always ensure the care, protection and guidance of two children. Evidence: 1. The center had a medication authorization form to give medication each day to Child #1 (3 years old) in the morning prior to nap effective 9/30/2022 to 9/30/2023. Staff #1 stated Child #1 was not given medication on the following days: September 30, October 3, 4, 5, 10 and 31. November 3, 7, 9, 10, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23 and 28. The medication logs confirmed that the medication was not given on these days. 2. The center had a medication authorization form to give medication each day to Child #2 (4 years old) in the morning prior to nap effective 9/30/2022 to 9/30/2023. Staff #1 stated Child #2 was not given medication on the following days: September 30, October 3, 4, 5, 10, 24, 27, 28, 31, November 1, 2, 3, 4, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 21, 22, 23, 28. The medication logs confirmed that the medication was not given on these days. 3. Staff #1 stated ?I got busy and forgot. I asked the teacher to help remind me and just forgot.? 4. Parent of Child #1 and Child #2 stated ?They did not notify me of any missed medication in the last month or so. I wasn?t aware until [Child #2] told me and I asked the center for the log.? Parent of Child #1 and Child #2 stated the medication is a preventative medication that is needed in order to keep the children from having a relapse with their condition (reactive airway disease).”
  10. Oct 18, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-A

      “Based on observation, Staff and children's records were not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page from the 7/19/2022 inspection was posted on the parent bulletin board. This page is considered confidential.”
  11. Oct 18, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-50-A

      “Based on observation, Staff and children's records were not treated confidentially. Evidence: 1. The supplemental page from the 7/19/2022 inspection was posted on the parent bulletin board. This page is considered confidential.”
  12. Jul 19, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  13. Jun 22, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  14. Mar 30, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center had immunization reports that were not signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department or dated. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 11/15/2021) had an immunization record that was not signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department or dated.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain the central registry report within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 1/24/2022) had a central registry report dated 3/23/2022.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review, the center did not have a completed sworn statement or affirmation prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (Date of hire 3/25/2021) had a sworn statement signed on 3/30/2021.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain the fingerprint results prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (Date of hire 3/25/2021) had fingerprint results dated 3/31/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center did not have documentation of a physical in each child's file prior to or within 30 days of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 11/15/2021) did not have a physical in the child's file.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on review, two center staff did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 9/23/2022) did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 2. Staff #4 (Date of hire 2/28/2014) did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on training review, Staff who work directly with children did not complete the department's health and safety update course for 2022. Evidence: 1. Staff A completed the health and safety update course 3/19/2021, but did not complete it for 2022. 2. Staff B completed the health and safety update course 10/02/2019, but did not complete it for 2022.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on review, two center staff did not have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 9/23/2022) did not have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. 2. Staff #4 (Date of hire 2/28/2014) did not have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care.”
  15. Mar 30, 2022Inspection8 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-150-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center had immunization reports that were not signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department or dated. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 11/15/2021) had an immunization record that was not signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department or dated.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain the central registry report within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (Date of hire 1/24/2022) had a central registry report dated 3/23/2022.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B

      “Based on record review, the center did not have a completed sworn statement or affirmation prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (Date of hire 3/25/2021) had a sworn statement signed on 3/30/2021.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not obtain the fingerprint results prior to date of hire. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (Date of hire 3/25/2021) had fingerprint results dated 3/31/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center did not have documentation of a physical in each child's file prior to or within 30 days of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 11/15/2021) did not have a physical in the child's file.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on review, two center staff did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 9/23/2022) did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). 2. Staff #4 (Date of hire 2/28/2014) did not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Based on training review, Staff who work directly with children did not complete the department's health and safety update course for 2022. Evidence: 1. Staff A completed the health and safety update course 3/19/2021, but did not complete it for 2022. 2. Staff B completed the health and safety update course 10/02/2019, but did not complete it for 2022.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on review, two center staff did not have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 9/23/2022) did not have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. 2. Staff #4 (Date of hire 2/28/2014) did not have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care.”
  16. Nov 15, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-185-150-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center did not have a physical examination and immunization documentation that had the date on each report and signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department for each child. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 9/06/2021) had an immunization record that was not stamped or signed and did not have a physical on file. 2. Child #2 (start date 1/04/2021) had an immunization record and physical that was not stamped or signed.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22VAC40-80-120-E-2

      “Based on observation, the center did not have the most recent findings of the most recent inspection posted. Evidence: 1. The center had the inspection findings dated 2/03/2021 posted, but did not have the inspection findings posted for the inspection dated 3/26/21.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-191-60-C-2

      “Based on review of 6 staff records, the center did not obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 6/09/2021) had the central registry findings dated 7/20/2021. 2. Staff # 2 (Date of hire 9/07/2021) had the central registry findings dated 11/14/2021. The center documented a follow up on 11/01/2021. 3. Staff #3 (Date of hire 6/13/2021) had the central registry findings dated 7/20/2021.”
    • Background checks

      63.2(17)-1720.1-B-2

      “Based on review of six staff records, the center did not have the fingerprint results prior to the 1st day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 6/09/2021) had fingerprint results dated 6/11/2021. 2. Staff #2 (Date of hire 9/07/2021) had fingerprint results dated 9/09/2021. 3. Staff #3 (Date of hire 6/13/2021) had fingerprint results dated 6/21/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have documentation submitted of a tuberculosis test or screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 6/09/2021) had a tuberculosis test or screening dated 6/14/2021. 2. Staff #2 (Date of hire 9/07/2021) had a tuberculosis test or screening dated 9/27/2021. 3. Staff #3 (Date of hire 6/13/2021) had a tuberculosis test or screening dated 7/02/2021.”
  17. Nov 15, 2021Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-185-150-B

      “Based on review of five children's records, the center did not have a physical examination and immunization documentation that had the date on each report and signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department for each child. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 9/06/2021) had an immunization record that was not stamped or signed and did not have a physical on file. 2. Child #2 (start date 1/04/2021) had an immunization record and physical that was not stamped or signed.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22VAC40-80-120-E-2

      “Based on observation, the center did not have the most recent findings of the most recent inspection posted. Evidence: 1. The center had the inspection findings dated 2/03/2021 posted, but did not have the inspection findings posted for the inspection dated 3/26/21.”
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-191-60-C-2

      “Based on review of 6 staff records, the center did not obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 6/09/2021) had the central registry findings dated 7/20/2021. 2. Staff # 2 (Date of hire 9/07/2021) had the central registry findings dated 11/14/2021. The center documented a follow up on 11/01/2021. 3. Staff #3 (Date of hire 6/13/2021) had the central registry findings dated 7/20/2021.”
    • Background checks

      63.2(17)-1720.1-B-2

      “Based on review of six staff records, the center did not have the fingerprint results prior to the 1st day of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 6/09/2021) had fingerprint results dated 6/11/2021. 2. Staff #2 (Date of hire 9/07/2021) had fingerprint results dated 9/09/2021. 3. Staff #3 (Date of hire 6/13/2021) had fingerprint results dated 6/21/2021.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      22VAC40-665-540-A

      “Based on review of five staff records, the center did not have documentation submitted of a tuberculosis test or screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (Date of hire 6/09/2021) had a tuberculosis test or screening dated 6/14/2021. 2. Staff #2 (Date of hire 9/07/2021) had a tuberculosis test or screening dated 9/27/2021. 3. Staff #3 (Date of hire 6/13/2021) had a tuberculosis test or screening dated 7/02/2021.”

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 Sparkles! at Fair Oaks

Is Sparkles! at Fair Oaks licensed?

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

When was Sparkles! at Fair Oaks last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sparkles! at Fair Oaks had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 22 rules across 9 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 Sparkles! at Fair Oaks care for?

158, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

Does Sparkles! at Fair Oaks accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Sparkles! at Fair Oaks' hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 7:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Sparkles! at Fair Oaks cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 502-8100 to ask.

What is Sparkles! at Fair Oaks' phone number?

(703) 502-8100.

Where is Sparkles! at Fair Oaks?

12001 Lee Highway, Fairfax, VA 22030. The nearest other daycare we list is SACC at Eagle View, 0.2 miles away.

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