Charlette Taylor
New Kent, VA 23124 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Stay & Play Childcare
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $60
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About Stay & Play Childcare
Stay & Play Childcare is a licensed child care center in New Kent, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care and full-time care. It lists weekly tuition from $60 to $239.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 7 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AMPosts tuition
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
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 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 |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, drop-in / hourly care, full-time care, part-time care and preschool |
| Daily life | Extended care: Early opening hours |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Stay & Play Childcare lists weekly tuition from $60 to $239.
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Age 3 (and potty trained) to start of kindergarten | $199 |
| Before and After School Care for K-5th grade, $60 for only one program | $60 |
| Before and After School Care for K-5th grade, $100 for both programs | $100 |
| Before and After School Care for NKCPS Preschool Students, $65 for only one program | $65 |
| Before and After School Care for NKCPS Preschool Students, $110 for both programs | $110 |
| Infants/Toddlers - birth to 24 months | $239 |
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| Preschool Only (Tue/Wed/Thu mornings 9am-noon) | $60 |
| School-age (must have started Kindergarten) | $145 |
| Two's - 24 to 36 months | $219 |
| Daily · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Daily holiday rate for K-5th grade, $35 if part of both B/A care (add-on to weekly plan) | $35 |
| Daily holiday rate for K-5th grade, $40 if only using one of the Before/After care (add-on to weekly plan) | $40 |
| Daily holiday rate for NKCPS Preschool students (add-on to weekly Before or After care plan) | $45 |
| Children over age 3 - hourly | $9.95 an hour |
| Toddlers - hourly | $10.95 an hour |
| Infants - hourly | $11.95 an hour |
12 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
State record
Inspection reports for Stay & Play Childcare
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 99 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1106467
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 28, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 7 rules in all
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Background checks 1
- 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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Apr 28, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-410-2 Complaint related: Yes
“The following actions or threats thereof are forbidden: enclosure in a space that the child cannot freely exit himself. Staff #1 and Staff #2 would enclose Child #1 in a cubby and place a chair in front of the cubby. Staff would sit in the chair to prevent Child #1 from leaving the cubby.”
8VAC20-780-410-3 Complaint related: Yes
“The following acts are forbidden: punishment by another child. Staff #1 told the children to take turns hitting Child #1 who was confined to a cubby.”
8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes
“Complaint Related: The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with those theses standards, the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department. On Page 2 of Policies and Procedures, titled Discipline and Guidance Practices states that "Stay & Play uses only positive methods of discipline and guidance by focusing on positive reinforcement, redirection and as a last resort, time-out. Stay & Play will not implement discipline measures that involve corporal punishment, isolation, or anything that may be detrimental to a child’s self-esteem." Staff #1 and Staff #2 participated in isolation measures for Child #1.”
Apr 28, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-410-2 Complaint related: Yes
“The following actions or threats thereof are forbidden: enclosure in a space that the child cannot freely exit himself. Staff #1 and Staff #2 would enclose Child #1 in a cubby and place a chair in front of the cubby. Staff would sit in the chair to prevent Child #1 from leaving the cubby.”
8VAC20-780-410-3 Complaint related: Yes
“The following acts are forbidden: punishment by another child. Staff #1 told the children to take turns hitting Child #1 who was confined to a cubby.”
8VAC20-780-40-E Complaint related: Yes
“Complaint Related: The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with those theses standards, the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department. On Page 2 of Policies and Procedures, titled Discipline and Guidance Practices states that "Stay & Play uses only positive methods of discipline and guidance by focusing on positive reinforcement, redirection and as a last resort, time-out. Stay & Play will not implement discipline measures that involve corporal punishment, isolation, or anything that may be detrimental to a child’s self-esteem." Staff #1 and Staff #2 participated in isolation measures for Child #1.”
Nov 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-70
“For staff hired after March 1, 1996, documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. Staff #4 had references dated 3 days after hire.”
Nov 10, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-70
“For staff hired after March 1, 1996, documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. Staff #4 had references dated 3 days after hire.”
Apr 23, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-340-A
“When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. On 4/10/2025, Staff #1 attempted to carry Child #1 (age 7 months) inside from the playground while in a booster seat. The child was not buckled in and the booster seat broke. Child #1 fell to the ground from approximately hip height to Staff #1. The warning label on the seat specifically stated to "never lift or carry child in booster seat".”
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Apr 10, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-B-1
“The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated eight days after their first day of employment.”
Dec 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
22.1-289.035-B-1
“The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who is currently working, was dated eight days after their first day of employment.”
Apr 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on record review and staff interview the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The director confirmed that Child #3 (start date 4/1/2024) did not have documentation of immunizations.”
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Oct 11, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure the current list of children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: The preschool 3 room had an allergy list hanging on the wall. The list was not kept confidential as staff confirmed that parents are allowed in the rooms when dropping off and picking up their children.”
8VAC20-780-570-H
“Based on observation and staff interview the center did not ensure that prepared baby food not consumed during that feeding by an infant may be used by that same infant later in the same day, and it shall be discarded by the end of the day or returned to the parent. Evidence: In the pre-toddler room staff confirmed that the bottle labeled with child #1's name was dated 10/9/2023 and was not discarded or returned to the parent at the end of the day.”
8VAC20-780-140-B
“(Repeat Violation) Based on staff interview and record review, the center did not ensure each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Staff confirmed that Child #1, start date 8/15/2022, did not have documentation of a physical.”
Jun 6, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure the diapering surface shall be used only for diapering or cleaning children. Evidence: The diaper pad in the Pre-Toddler room was observed during inspection with a plastic tray sitting on the diaper pad. The director confirmed that a plastic tray was placed directly on the diapering surface.”
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Based on observation and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure that prepared infant formula shall be refrigerated, dated and labeled with the child’s name. Evidence: In the infant room there were 2 bottles labeled with the name of child #6 but they were not dated. The director confirmed the bottles did belong to child #6 and were not dated.”
Mar 23, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure the documentation have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 was hired 02/09/2023 her most recent TB test is 10/13/2022. The TB test was not completed with in the last 30 calendar days of date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-570-A
“Based on observation and staff interview, the licensee did not ensure when a child is placed in an infant seat or high chair, the protective belt shall be fastened securely. Evidence: In the infant room, there was two infants that did not have protective belt fastened securley.”
8VAC20-780-140-B
“Based on staff interview and record review, the licensee did not ensure before the child's attendance; or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #3 start date 09/08/2022 did not have documentation of physical. Staff confirmed and contact parent and recieved during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation, the licensee did not ensure a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing should be used. Evidence: In the toddler classroom , the diaper surface had a 1 inch tear, which causes the surface to be absorbant.”
- Jun 14, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 3, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Stay & Play Childcare
Is Stay & Play Childcare licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Stay & Play Childcare last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 28, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Stay & Play Childcare had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 7 rules across 8 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 Stay & Play Childcare care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Stay & Play Childcare accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Stay & Play Childcare'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 Stay & Play Childcare cost?
Weekly tuition from $60 to $239, as it lists it.
What is Stay & Play Childcare's phone number?
(804) 557-3799.
Where is Stay & Play Childcare?
7770 Invicta Lane, New Kent, VA 23124. The nearest other daycare we list is Right at School, LLC - New Kent, 0.1 miles away.