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2640 Shirlington Road, Arlington, VA
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Tanzina Tania is a licensed home daycare in Arlington, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 4 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. As a home daycare, the provider shares the address with families when you call.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Setting | Family child care homeFrom the state license |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 4 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tanzina Tania has not listed its tuition.
State record
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 4, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 10 visits · 12 rules in all
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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8VAC20-800-70-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION: Before the childs first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writting. The record for Child #1 and #2, enrolled for 15 months, did not contain documentation that the parents were informed of the providers policy for termination of care.”
8VAC20-800-100-A
“The provider shall obtain documentation of a physical examination prior to a childs attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. The record for Child #1 and Child #2, enrolled for 15 months, did not contain a physical examination.”
8VAC20-800-420-B
“Entrance and exit ways shall be unobstructed and lighted with natural or electric lighting. The path to the primary emergency exit was obstructed by multiple items and large objects.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Before the childs first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writting. The record for Child #1, enrolled for 12 days, contained a medication policy and emergency preparedness plan that was blank, but signed by the parent. The Information for Parents form was missing required information.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“REPEAT VIOLATION A childs record shall contain the following: name, address, and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency; names of persons other than custodial parents who are authorized to pick up the child; and written authorization for emergency medical care. The record for Child #1, enrolled for 12 days, did not have two emergency contacts, an authorized pick up, or authorization for emergency medical care.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. The provider did not have documentation of attendance for July - October 2025.”
8VAC20-800-420-B
“Entrance and exit ways shall be unobstructed and lighted with natural or electric lighting. The path to the primary emergency exit was obstructed by multiple items and large objects.”
8VAC20-800-70-A
“Before the childs first day of attendance, parents shall be provided required information in writting. The record for Child #1, enrolled for 12 days, contained a medication policy and emergency preparedness plan that was blank, but signed by the parent. The Information for Parents form was missing required information.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“REPEAT VIOLATION A childs record shall contain the following: name, address, and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency; names of persons other than custodial parents who are authorized to pick up the child; and written authorization for emergency medical care. The record for Child #1, enrolled for 12 days, did not have two emergency contacts, an authorized pick up, or authorization for emergency medical care.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. The provider did not have documentation of attendance for July - October 2025.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The inspection report from the inspection conducted on 11/7/2024 was not posted. The signed Acknowledgment of Inspection from 6/30/2024 was posted.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“A childs record shall contain the following information: name, address, and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 and #2 had a parent listed as the second emergency contact.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. The provider did not have documentation of attendance prior to May 22, 2025. The provider stated attendance records are thrown away.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The inspection report from the inspection conducted on 11/7/2024 was not posted. The signed Acknowledgment of Inspection from 6/30/2024 was posted.”
8VAC20-800-60-B
“A childs record shall contain the following information: name, address, and telephone number of two designated persons to contact in case of an emergency if the parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #1 and #2 had a parent listed as the second emergency contact.”
8VAC20-800-50-A
“The family day home shall keep a written record of children in attendance each day. The provider did not have documentation of attendance prior to May 22, 2025. The provider stated attendance records are thrown away.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“A landline telephone, excluding a cordless or cell phone, shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day home's hours of operation. The family day home did not have a landline telephone.”
8VAC20-800-330-A
“A landline telephone, excluding a cordless or cell phone, shall be available, operable, and accessible during the family day home's hours of operation. The family day home did not have a landline telephone.”
8VAC20-800-240-A
“Based on observation, the provider did not ensure that the home is maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: While walking through the home, one of the stairs had a piece move away from the stair. The provider proceeded to place it back, but it was easily moved again.”
8VAC20-800-800-B
“Based on record review, the provider did not ensure that the emergency plan is updated as needed. Evidence: The emergency preparedness plan has not been updated for the new home. Items in the plan still reference the previous address and evacuation locations for that space. New information is needed for the new home.”
8VAC20-790-430-A-3
“Based on record review, the provider did not ensure a lockdown procedure was practice annually. Evidence: The last documented lockdown drill is dated 1/5/2022”
8VAC20-800-830-B
“Based on document review and interview, the provider did not ensure shelter in place procedures were practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The last documented date that a shelter-in-place drill was conducted was dated January 5 2022.”
8VAC20-790-430-A-3
“Based on record review, the provider did not ensure a lockdown procedure was practice annually. Evidence: The last documented lockdown drill is dated 1/5/2022”
8VAC20-800-830-B
“Based on document review and interview, the provider did not ensure shelter in place procedures were practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: The last documented date that a shelter-in-place drill was conducted was dated January 5 2022.”
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2640 Shirlington Road, Arlington, VA
Arlington, VA 22206 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Arlington, VA 22206 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Arlington, VA 22206 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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FAQ
Yes. Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists it as licensed and operating.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 4, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 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.
4, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.
Monday to Saturday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 600-1247 to ask.
(202) 600-1247.
Arlington, VA 22206. It is a home daycare, so the provider shares the street address with families directly.