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Norfolk, VA 23502 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 152
- open each week
- 6 days
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About Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool
Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool is a licensed child care center in Virginia Beach, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 152 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 37 rules across 7 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- Hours today
- 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 152 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
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| Tuesday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Sunday | 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 | 152 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
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State record
Inspection reports for Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License (Two Year)
- Capacity
- 152 children
- Ages
- Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
- License number
- #1106685
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 18, 2026: 11 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 11 visits · 37 rules in all
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 5
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 3
- Food and nutrition 3
- Background checks 2
- Safe sleep 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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Aug 18, 2026Inspection11 rules cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. In an infant room, there was a loose fitting crib sheet observed on a crib mattress. In a Pre-K classroom, there was peeling paint observed on two walls and chipped paint on the floor under the peeling paint.”
8VAC20-790-600-F
“Staff who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course. Staff #2 did not complete the department's health and safety update, which is required annually.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. TB documentation for Staff #1 was not completed within 30 days of the staff member's date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“Children's hands shall be washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before and after eating meals or snacks. In a toddler classroom, six children did not wash their hands before eating snack. In a school age classroom, 17 children did not wash their hands after eating snack.”
8VAC20-780-420-E-3
“Staff shall request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child's record is up to date. The records for Child #1 and Child #2 did not contain annual parent confirmation that the information in the records is up to date, as required.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In a toddler room, disinfectant spray and disinfectant cleaner were stored on a high shelf of an unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“The center shall obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. There was no documentation to show that immunizations were received before Child #3 attended the center.”
8VAC20-780-570-A
“When a child is placed in an infant seat or high chair, the protective belt shall be fastened securely. An infant was observed eating at a feeding seat; however, the protective belt was not fastened.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“The staff-to-children ratio 1:5 (staff:children) is required whenever children 16 months up to 24 months are in care. On the day of the inspection, a toddler classroom had one staff and six children in care.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-4
“The staff-to-children ratio 1:10 (staff:children) is required whenever children 3 year olds up to school age are in care. On the day of the inspection, a pre-k classroom had one staff and 11 children in care.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-3
“The staff-to-children ratio 1:8 (staff:children) is required whenever children 2 year olds are in care. On the day of the inspection, a two year old classroom had one staff and nine children in care.”
Feb 23, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. There was no documentation of an out of state sex offender check in the record of Staff #4 (employed for 10 months).”
8VAC20-780-130-E
“The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Immunization documentation for Child #2 and Child #3 show that the documentation was not received every six months, required for children under the age of two.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The record for Staff #3 did not include follow-up TB documentation, which is required every two years. The staff member was observed working on the day of the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. A current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions was not available in a pre-kindergarten classroom or in a two year old classroom.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The record for Staff #2 did not contain current first aid certification.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Repeat Violation Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain all the required information. The record for Child #1 did not contain all the required information.”
8VAC20-780-245-A
“Staff shall complete annually a minimum of 16 hours of training appropriate to the age of children in care. The record for Staff #5 show that only 15 hours of annual training was completed in 2025.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. The CPR certification for Staff #1 did not include an in-person competency demonstration, as required.”
Aug 25, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-780-260-B
“The center shall provide annual approval from the health department. On the day of the inspection, the annual health inspection documentation reviewed was expired.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Centers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. The criminal background check for Staff #1 (employed for one month) was not obtained prior to the employee's first day of employment, which is required.”
8VAC20-780-560-F
“When centers choose to provide meals or snacks, the following shall apply: a menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one-week period shall list any substituted food. On the day of the inspection, substituted food was served for lunch; however, the substituted food was no listed on the center's menu.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“When food is brought from home, the following shall apply: shall be clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. In a toddler classroom, five of five water bottles observed were not labeled to identify the owner of each water bottle.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Repeat Violation Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain all the required information. The record for Child #1 (enrolled for almost two years) did not contain all the required information.”
Aug 25, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
8VAC20-780-260-B
“The center shall provide annual approval from the health department. On the day of the inspection, the annual health inspection documentation reviewed was expired.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Centers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee's first day of employment. The criminal background check for Staff #1 (employed for one month) was not obtained prior to the employee's first day of employment, which is required.”
8VAC20-780-560-F
“When centers choose to provide meals or snacks, the following shall apply: a menu listing foods to be served for meals and snacks during the current one-week period shall list any substituted food. On the day of the inspection, substituted food was served for lunch; however, the substituted food was no listed on the center's menu.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“When food is brought from home, the following shall apply: shall be clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. In a toddler classroom, five of five water bottles observed were not labeled to identify the owner of each water bottle.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Repeat Violation Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain all the required information. The record for Child #1 (enrolled for almost two years) did not contain all the required information.”
- Apr 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Mar 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-290-A-3
“Repeat Violation Electrical outlets shall have protective covers. In the infant feeding area, two outlets were missing protective outlet covers. Infants were observed eating in the area during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The record for Staff #1 did not include follow-up TB documentation, which is required every two years.”
Mar 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
8VAC20-780-290-A-3
“Repeat Violation Electrical outlets shall have protective covers. In the infant feeding area, two outlets were missing protective outlet covers. Infants were observed eating in the area during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The record for Staff #1 did not include follow-up TB documentation, which is required every two years.”
Oct 2, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #1, employed for four months, did not have current certification in CPR, which is required within 90 days of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care Staff #1, employed for four months, did not have current certification in first aid, which is required within 90 days of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. There were hazardous materials found that had manufacturers? labels stating, ?Keep Out of Reach of Children.? 1.In a hallway cabinet, there was bleach and wasp spray in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to children. 2.In the Pre-k 2 classroom, there were two containers of disinfectant wipes, unlocked and accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation Areas and equipment of the center, inside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. A carpet in the two-to three-year-old classroom was fraying, posing as a tripping hazard.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. There were six children in the Pre-K 1 classroom at the time of the inspection; however, only five children were signed in on the daily attendance.”
8VAC20-780-440-B
“Cribs, cots, rest mats, and beds shall be identified for use by a specific child. One of four cribs in the infant room did not identify which child uses the crib.”
8VAC20-780-340-D
“In each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader shall be regularly present. Record review and interview confirmed that Staff #1 does not meet qualifications of a program lead. The staff member was observed working alone in the two-year-old classroom throughout the inspection.”
Oct 2, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff #1, employed for four months, did not have current certification in CPR, which is required within 90 days of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care Staff #1, employed for four months, did not have current certification in first aid, which is required within 90 days of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. There were hazardous materials found that had manufacturers? labels stating, ?Keep Out of Reach of Children.? 1.In a hallway cabinet, there was bleach and wasp spray in an unlocked cabinet that was accessible to children. 2.In the Pre-k 2 classroom, there were two containers of disinfectant wipes, unlocked and accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation Areas and equipment of the center, inside, shall be maintained in a safe condition. A carpet in the two-to three-year-old classroom was fraying, posing as a tripping hazard.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. There were six children in the Pre-K 1 classroom at the time of the inspection; however, only five children were signed in on the daily attendance.”
8VAC20-780-440-B
“Cribs, cots, rest mats, and beds shall be identified for use by a specific child. One of four cribs in the infant room did not identify which child uses the crib.”
8VAC20-780-340-D
“In each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader shall be regularly present. Record review and interview confirmed that Staff #1 does not meet qualifications of a program lead. The staff member was observed working alone in the two-year-old classroom throughout the inspection.”
Jun 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
22.1-289.011-F
“Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that all required documents are posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: 1.The most recent inspection findings for the inspection completed on October 17, 2023, were not posted on the licensed premises. 2.The program director confirmed that the most recent inspection findings were not posted.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review and interview the center did not ensure that each child’s record contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #1 did not contain the work phone number for one parent. 2.The record for Child #2 not contain the name or work phone number for one parent. 3.The program director confirmed that the specified information was missing from Child #1 and Child #2?s records.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center are maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1.A window ledge in the Pre-k 1 classroom was peeling and crumbling. There were particles of paint from the ledge on the floor, accessible to children. 2. In the school age classroom an area of drywall was peeling and crumbling. There was residue from the drywall on the floor. a. The assistant director confirmed that the wall was peeling and crumbling and needed repair.”
8VAC20-780-290-A-3
“Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that electrical outlets have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1.An electrical outlet in the infant feeding area was missing an outlet cover. 2.An electrical outlet in the Sparkling 2-3 year-old classroom was missing an outlet cover. 3.The assistant director confirmed that two outlet covers in the areas mentioned were missing.”
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Jun 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
22.1-289.011-F
“Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that all required documents are posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. Evidence: 1.The most recent inspection findings for the inspection completed on October 17, 2023, were not posted on the licensed premises. 2.The program director confirmed that the most recent inspection findings were not posted.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review and interview the center did not ensure that each child’s record contain all the required information. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #1 did not contain the work phone number for one parent. 2.The record for Child #2 not contain the name or work phone number for one parent. 3.The program director confirmed that the specified information was missing from Child #1 and Child #2?s records.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Repeat Violation Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that areas and equipment of the center are maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: 1.A window ledge in the Pre-k 1 classroom was peeling and crumbling. There were particles of paint from the ledge on the floor, accessible to children. 2. In the school age classroom an area of drywall was peeling and crumbling. There was residue from the drywall on the floor. a. The assistant director confirmed that the wall was peeling and crumbling and needed repair.”
8VAC20-780-290-A-3
“Based on observation and interview the center did not ensure that electrical outlets have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: 1.An electrical outlet in the infant feeding area was missing an outlet cover. 2.An electrical outlet in the Sparkling 2-3 year-old classroom was missing an outlet cover. 3.The assistant director confirmed that two outlet covers in the areas mentioned were missing.”
Oct 17, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that where playground equipment is provided resilient surfacing is in compliance with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials. Evidence: 1 - There is climb and slide on the playground however, there is not any resilient surface under around and into the fall/use zone of the equipment. 2 - Staff #1 confirmed that there was not any resilient under and around the climb and slide equipment.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview the center failed to ensure that each staff member submits documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening prior to coming in contact with children. Evidence: 1 - Staff #2 did not have any documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening on file. a. Staff #2 has documented date of hire as October 7, 2023. b. Staff #2 was present providing direct to children enrolled in the program. 2 - Staff #1 confirmed that there was not documentation of tuberculosis screening in the record of Staff #2.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that the diaper changing surface is nonabsorbent. Evidence: The diaper changing pad in the boys bathroom is torn and had a hole in the covering. Therefore, the surface was absorbent rather than nonabsorbent.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment are maintained in safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1 - On the playground there was a storage unit that is missing it's top and doors and therefore, is unstable and poses a toppling hazard. 2 - There was peeling paint throughout the center with in reach of children including but not limited to the toddler room the cafeteria and the school age room. 3 - There was a cracked plastic chair in the four year old room. Children were present being cared for this room during the inspection. 4 - In the two-year old Child #1 picked up a tiny blue bead was holding it in her hand. The bead poses a choking hazard. Staff #3 was unaware that the child had the bead until it was point out to her.”
Oct 17, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
8VAC20-780-330-B
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that where playground equipment is provided resilient surfacing is in compliance with minimum safety standards when tested in accordance with the procedures described in the American Society for Testing and Materials. Evidence: 1 - There is climb and slide on the playground however, there is not any resilient surface under around and into the fall/use zone of the equipment. 2 - Staff #1 confirmed that there was not any resilient under and around the climb and slide equipment.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview the center failed to ensure that each staff member submits documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening prior to coming in contact with children. Evidence: 1 - Staff #2 did not have any documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening on file. a. Staff #2 has documented date of hire as October 7, 2023. b. Staff #2 was present providing direct to children enrolled in the program. 2 - Staff #1 confirmed that there was not documentation of tuberculosis screening in the record of Staff #2.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that the diaper changing surface is nonabsorbent. Evidence: The diaper changing pad in the boys bathroom is torn and had a hole in the covering. Therefore, the surface was absorbent rather than nonabsorbent.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment are maintained in safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1 - On the playground there was a storage unit that is missing it's top and doors and therefore, is unstable and poses a toppling hazard. 2 - There was peeling paint throughout the center with in reach of children including but not limited to the toddler room the cafeteria and the school age room. 3 - There was a cracked plastic chair in the four year old room. Children were present being cared for this room during the inspection. 4 - In the two-year old Child #1 picked up a tiny blue bead was holding it in her hand. The bead poses a choking hazard. Staff #3 was unaware that the child had the bead until it was point out to her.”
Feb 24, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that prepared infant formula is dated. Evidence: 1 - There were seven infant bottles in the infant room. However, none of the bottles were dated as required. 2 ? Staff #2, who was present in the infant room during the inspection, confirmed that the bottles were not labeled with the date.”
8VAC20-780-350-M
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that one staff member does not supervise more than one room or area during rest time. Evidence: 1 - During nap time there was one staff member supervising children in two different areas. a. There was chair in the doorway between the toddler room and the infant room. Staff #5, who was present, stated that she sat in the chair to supervise both groups of children during nap time.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“Evidence: 1 ? There were seven children ages 12 months to 24 months in care napping with one staff member. The ages and number of children present require two staff be present. 2 ? Staff #5, who was present during the inspection, confirmed that there were seven children in her care.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observations and interview the center failed to ensure that areas are maintained in safe operable conditions. Evidence: 1 - There was peeling paint and plaster throughout the center including areas within reach of children in the infant room and the school age room. 2 ? The banister outside the school age room door that leads to the outside and would be used as an emergency exit was broken and coming apart. 3 ? Staff #1 confirmed that there was peeling paint and plaster throughout the center and the banister was not in operable condition.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that attendance is maintained as required. Evidence: 1 ? There was not any attendance available for the toddler classroom during the inspection. 2 ? Staff #6 stated that the attendance sheet had got wet during the day and was not available”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview the center failed to ensure that tuberculosis screenings are obtained within required time frames. Evidence: 1 ? There was not any documentation of tuberculosis screening in the record of Staff #3. a. The documented date of hire for Staff #3 is July 23, 2020. 2 ? Staff #1 confirmed that there was not any documentation of tuberculosis screening in the record of Staff #3”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review and interview the center failed to ensure that background checks are obtained within the required time frames. Evidence: 1 ? The record for Staff #4 contains a fingerprint background check dated October 18, 2022. However, the documented date of hire for Staff #4 is October 10, 2022. Therefore, the background check was not obtained prior to hire as required. 2 ? Staff #1 confirmed that the date on the fingerprint background check for Staff #4 is after the documented date of hire.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on observations and interview the center failed to ensure that the operational responsibilities of the licensee including ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with the terms of the current license issued by the department. Evidence: Staff #1 stated that children under the age of 2.5 years were cared for in a room that does not have direct egress to outside as required by the terms of license and the Certificate of Occupancy.”
Feb 24, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that prepared infant formula is dated. Evidence: 1 - There were seven infant bottles in the infant room. However, none of the bottles were dated as required. 2 ? Staff #2, who was present in the infant room during the inspection, confirmed that the bottles were not labeled with the date.”
8VAC20-780-350-M
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that one staff member does not supervise more than one room or area during rest time. Evidence: 1 - During nap time there was one staff member supervising children in two different areas. a. There was chair in the doorway between the toddler room and the infant room. Staff #5, who was present, stated that she sat in the chair to supervise both groups of children during nap time.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“Evidence: 1 ? There were seven children ages 12 months to 24 months in care napping with one staff member. The ages and number of children present require two staff be present. 2 ? Staff #5, who was present during the inspection, confirmed that there were seven children in her care.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observations and interview the center failed to ensure that areas are maintained in safe operable conditions. Evidence: 1 - There was peeling paint and plaster throughout the center including areas within reach of children in the infant room and the school age room. 2 ? The banister outside the school age room door that leads to the outside and would be used as an emergency exit was broken and coming apart. 3 ? Staff #1 confirmed that there was peeling paint and plaster throughout the center and the banister was not in operable condition.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that attendance is maintained as required. Evidence: 1 ? There was not any attendance available for the toddler classroom during the inspection. 2 ? Staff #6 stated that the attendance sheet had got wet during the day and was not available”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview the center failed to ensure that tuberculosis screenings are obtained within required time frames. Evidence: 1 ? There was not any documentation of tuberculosis screening in the record of Staff #3. a. The documented date of hire for Staff #3 is July 23, 2020. 2 ? Staff #1 confirmed that there was not any documentation of tuberculosis screening in the record of Staff #3”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review and interview the center failed to ensure that background checks are obtained within the required time frames. Evidence: 1 ? The record for Staff #4 contains a fingerprint background check dated October 18, 2022. However, the documented date of hire for Staff #4 is October 10, 2022. Therefore, the background check was not obtained prior to hire as required. 2 ? Staff #1 confirmed that the date on the fingerprint background check for Staff #4 is after the documented date of hire.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“Based on observations and interview the center failed to ensure that the operational responsibilities of the licensee including ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with the terms of the current license issued by the department. Evidence: Staff #1 stated that children under the age of 2.5 years were cared for in a room that does not have direct egress to outside as required by the terms of license and the Certificate of Occupancy.”
Jun 22, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment are maintained in safe condition. Evidence: 1 - The infant room the direct egress to outside is blocked by plastic safety fencing, an infant crib and stacked infant care equipment. 2 - There is peeling paint on the walls throughout the center. The peeling paint is within reach of children. 3 - A storage closet in the infant/toddler wing is stacked with equipment that poses toppling hazards. The closet is unlocked and the contents accessible to children in care. 4 - In the lunch room area ther eis dangling cord to an electronic speaker. The cord poses a toppling hazard. Additionally, speaker is located and above and near the sink. 5 - In the sink area of the cafeteria where children are served lunch there are a large number of what appear to be fruit flies. a. Staff report that flies are a result of sink not working properly.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that the diaper changing surface is used only for diaper changing. Evidence: In the infant room there were what appeared to craft items stored on the diaper changing table.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on documentation review and interview the center failed to ensure that for each group of children a written record that documents the arrival and departure of each child as it occurs is maintained in writing. Evidence: 1 - There is not a written attendance record for the toddler group with staff 2 or the infant toddler group with staff 3. 2 - Staff 2 stated that the attendance sheet had got wet earlier and was sent to the front office and was never returned to the classroom. 2 - Staff 3 stated the attendance sheet she had did not include the time of arrival or departure. 3 - There is no arrival time documented on the attendance sheets in the four/five year old room or the school age room.”
Jun 22, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation the center failed to ensure that areas and equipment are maintained in safe condition. Evidence: 1 - The infant room the direct egress to outside is blocked by plastic safety fencing, an infant crib and stacked infant care equipment. 2 - There is peeling paint on the walls throughout the center. The peeling paint is within reach of children. 3 - A storage closet in the infant/toddler wing is stacked with equipment that poses toppling hazards. The closet is unlocked and the contents accessible to children in care. 4 - In the lunch room area ther eis dangling cord to an electronic speaker. The cord poses a toppling hazard. Additionally, speaker is located and above and near the sink. 5 - In the sink area of the cafeteria where children are served lunch there are a large number of what appear to be fruit flies. a. Staff report that flies are a result of sink not working properly.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation and interview the center failed to ensure that the diaper changing surface is used only for diaper changing. Evidence: In the infant room there were what appeared to craft items stored on the diaper changing table.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on documentation review and interview the center failed to ensure that for each group of children a written record that documents the arrival and departure of each child as it occurs is maintained in writing. Evidence: 1 - There is not a written attendance record for the toddler group with staff 2 or the infant toddler group with staff 3. 2 - Staff 2 stated that the attendance sheet had got wet earlier and was sent to the front office and was never returned to the classroom. 2 - Staff 3 stated the attendance sheet she had did not include the time of arrival or departure. 3 - There is no arrival time documented on the attendance sheets in the four/five year old room or the school age room.”
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Questions about Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool
Is Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool licensed?
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool last inspected?
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on August 18, 2026, with 11 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 37 rules across 10 of 11 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 Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool care for?
152, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Does Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool accept child care subsidies?
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
What are Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool's hours?
Monday to Saturday, 5:30 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 201-3099 to ask.
What is Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool's phone number?
(757) 201-3099.
Where is Steppin Stones Academy and Preschool?
665 Newtown Road, Virginia Beach, VA 23462. The nearest other daycare we list is Mimmie's Learning Academy, 0.3 miles away.