Ms. Sheila Johnson
Stafford, VA 22554 · preschool to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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The Goddard School is a licensed child care center in Stafford, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 136 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 52 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Wonder of Learning® |
| Daily life | Snacks provided |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Transportation | Transportation (After School Transportation; Before School Transportation) |
| Licensed capacity | 136 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
The Goddard School has not listed its tuition.
State record
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 11, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 13 of 14 visits · 52 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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8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Staff B employed for 5 months had a TB screening on file that was completed 3 months prior to employment.”
8VAC20-780-70
“The following staff records shall be kept for each staff person: Documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. 1. Staff B employed for 5 months did not have documentation of two or more references checked prior to employment. 2. Staff C, employed over 1 month, only had documentation for 1 reference being checked prior to employment.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) 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 the Stallions classroom there was a low cabinet that contained bleach water and it was not locked using a safe method that prevents access by children.”
8VAC20-780-450-A
“Cribs, cots, mats and beds used by children other than infants during the designated rest period or during evening and overnight care shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering which is open on three edges. In the Tigers classroom, Child C and Child D were observed resting on cots that did not have bottom covers.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) The diapering area shall have the following: A nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. The diapering pads in the Stallions, Pandas and Toucans classrooms were ripped no longer being nonabsorbent.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Disposable diapers shall be disposed of in a leakproof or plastic-lined storage system that is either foot-operated or used in such a way that neither the staff member's hand nor the soiled diaper touches an exterior surface of the storage system during disposal. The trash can in the Cubs classroom, used to dispose of diapers, was broken and no longer foot operated. Staff used their hands to lift and close the lid.”
8VAC20-780-510-E
“Long-term prescription drug use and over-the- counter medication may be allowed with written authorization from the child's physician and parent. Child E has a long term over the counter medication present at the center. There was no written authorization from the child's physician and parent.”
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Prepared infant formula shall be refrigerated, dated and labeled with the child's name. Child A and Child B’s bottles were observed with no dates.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center must request background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years prior to employment. The center did not request a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or the sex offender registry check from one state for Staff 1 employed over 4 months.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff who work directly with children must have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care which includes an in-person competency demonstration. 1. Staff #1 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration. 2. Staff 2 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff who work directly with children must have current certification in first aid, appropriate to the ages of children in care. 1. Staff #1 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in first aid. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration. 2. Staff #2 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in first aid. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration.”
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. 1. In the Lions Classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach and water on a high shelf unlocked. 2. In the Tigers Classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach and water on a high shelf unlocked.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“The diapering area shall have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing. The Toucans, Pandas and Stallons changing pads had rips causing them to no longer be non-absorbent.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to request an Out of State Child Abuse and Neglect Search prior to employment for any staff who has resided outside of Virginia within the last five years. Staff # 1 employed 12 days, documented on their sworn statement that they outside of Virginia within 5 years of hire. Staff #1 had no documentation available to demonstrate that an out-of-state search of the abuse and neglect registry was requested.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a Physician: Before the child's attendance Within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Child #1 (enrolled 35 days) did not have a physical examination on file.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include peeling paint and protruding nails. 1. In the Toucans Classroom the wooden kitchen playset had a protruding nail with a sharp edge accessible to children. 2. In the Toucans Classroom there is an area on the back wall with peeling paint.”
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Each report shall include the date of the physical examination and dates immunizations were received and shall be signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department. Child #1 (enrolled 35 days) did not have immunizations that were signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) When food is brought from home, the food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. 1. Child #2 had food brought from home that was not dated. 2. Child #3 had food brought from home that was not dated.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff who work directly with children must have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care which includes an in-person competency demonstration. 1. Staff #1 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration. 2. Staff 2 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff who work directly with children must have current certification in first aid, appropriate to the ages of children in care. 1. Staff #1 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in first aid. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration. 2. Staff #2 who was working with children at the time of the inspection does not have current certification in first aid. The certification on file was completed online and did not have an in-person competency demonstration.”
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. 1. In the Lions Classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach and water on a high shelf unlocked. 2. In the Tigers Classroom, there was a spray bottle of bleach and water on a high shelf unlocked.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“The diapering area shall have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing. The Toucans, Pandas and Stallons changing pads had rips causing them to no longer be non-absorbent.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to request an Out of State Child Abuse and Neglect Search prior to employment for any staff who has resided outside of Virginia within the last five years. Staff # 1 employed 12 days, documented on their sworn statement that they outside of Virginia within 5 years of hire. Staff #1 had no documentation available to demonstrate that an out-of-state search of the abuse and neglect registry was requested.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a Physician: Before the child's attendance Within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Child #1 (enrolled 35 days) did not have a physical examination on file.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include peeling paint and protruding nails. 1. In the Toucans Classroom the wooden kitchen playset had a protruding nail with a sharp edge accessible to children. 2. In the Toucans Classroom there is an area on the back wall with peeling paint.”
8VAC20-780-150-B
“Each report shall include the date of the physical examination and dates immunizations were received and shall be signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department. Child #1 (enrolled 35 days) did not have immunizations that were signed by a physician, his designee, or an official of a local health department.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“(REPEAT VIOLATION) When food is brought from home, the food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. 1. Child #2 had food brought from home that was not dated. 2. Child #3 had food brought from home that was not dated.”
8VAC20-780-350-I Complaint related: Yes
“For children ages 16 months through preschool age, during the designated rest period, when children are resting or in an inactive state, the following rest period ratios are permitted if the requirements of subsections J through N of this section are met: Children of preschool age: one staff per 20 children. On 11/17/2025 from approximately 1:40pm to 2:40pm, the Tigers classroom (Ages 3 ? -4 years) had 21 children with only 1 teacher supervising their rest period.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“When food is brought from home, the food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. 1. In the Infant 1 Room, Child A and Child B had snacks from home that were not labeled with name and date. 2. In the Pre-K Classroom, Child C, D E had lunch bags in their cubies with no dates. 3. In the School Age Classroom, Child F, G, H had lunch bags that were not labeled with names and dates.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. In the Toddler Classroom, the lower cabinet on the sink had peeling paint. The cabinet is accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“When food is brought from home, the food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. 1. In the Infant 1 Room, Child A and Child B had snacks from home that were not labeled with name and date. 2. In the Pre-K Classroom, Child C, D E had lunch bags in their cubies with no dates. 3. In the School Age Classroom, Child F, G, H had lunch bags that were not labeled with names and dates.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. In the Toddler Classroom, the lower cabinet on the sink had peeling paint. The cabinet is accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. The center only practiced one shelter-in-place drill from January 2024 to January 2025.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The written allergy list throughout the building did not include Child #1, with a diagnosed food allergy.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #2, enrolled for 2 days, was missing work phone number and place of employment of each parent. The record for Child #3, enrolled for 2 months, was missing the name, home address, and home phone number of one parent. The record for Child #4, enrolled for 3 years and 2 months was missing work phone number and place of employment of each parent. The record for Child #5, enrolled for 1 year and 2 months, was missing the name, home address, and home phone number of one parent.”
8VAC20-780-520-C
“When diaper ointment or cream is used these products do not need to be kept locked but shall be inaccessible to children. There were several tubes of diaper creams in a bin and topical skin lotion and handwash on a low bathroom sink in the Panda’s classroom, accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Shelter in place procedures shall be practiced a minimum of twice per year. The center only practiced one shelter-in-place drill from January 2024 to January 2025.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“The center is required to keep a current list of all known allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. The list must be dated and kept confidential. The written allergy list throughout the building did not include Child #1, with a diagnosed food allergy.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information. The record for Child #2, enrolled for 2 days, was missing work phone number and place of employment of each parent. The record for Child #3, enrolled for 2 months, was missing the name, home address, and home phone number of one parent. The record for Child #4, enrolled for 3 years and 2 months was missing work phone number and place of employment of each parent. The record for Child #5, enrolled for 1 year and 2 months, was missing the name, home address, and home phone number of one parent.”
8VAC20-780-520-C
“When diaper ointment or cream is used these products do not need to be kept locked but shall be inaccessible to children. There were several tubes of diaper creams in a bin and topical skin lotion and handwash on a low bathroom sink in the Panda’s classroom, accessible to children.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #4, employed for 14 months, did not have documentation of requesting a criminal history check and staff #9, employed for three months, did not have documentation of requesting a criminal history, central registry or sex offender search from a different state.”
8VAC20-780-70
“(Repeat Violation) Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff #7, who has been actively working at the center for the past 4 months.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. There was a bottle of bleach water solution sitting on an open shelf in the wolves, lions and toucan classrooms.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“The required ratio for children ages 16 months to 24 months is one staff per five children. Two staff were observed supervising 16 children in the panda’s class where the youngest child in the group was 23 months of age.”
8VAC20-780-510-L
“Medication shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. A prescription topical ointment was in an unlocked cabinet in the lion’s classroom.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“(Repeat Violation) Children's records are required to contain the name, address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for child #6, enrolled for ten days, was missing proof of age and identity. The record for child #8, enrolled for eight months was missing the name, address and phone number for two emergency contacts.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“(Repeat Violation) (Systemic) A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The updated screening for staff #3 was due 4 months ago.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“(Systemic) Children's records are required to contain the name, address and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The records for child #1, attending for 2 years, child #3, attending for 1 day, child #6, attending for 1 month, and child #9, attending for 1 month were missing complete information for two emergency contacts.”
8VAC20-780-70
“(Repeat Violation) (Systemic) Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. Staff #4, who has been actively working at the center for the past 4 months, and staff # 8, who has been actively working for 1 month, did not have any completed reference verifications on file; staff #5, who has been actively working at the center for 1 month, only had one completed reference.”
8VAC20-780-240-A
“Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire. Staff #5, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by 10 months. Staff #7, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by 9 months.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Staff shall complete orientation training prior to working alone with children and no later than 7 days of hire. Staff #6, who has been working for 1 month, staff #7, who has been working for 1 year, and staff #8, who has been working for 1 month, did not have evidence they have received orientation training.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee's first day of employment. Staff #6, who has been employed for 1 month, did not have a central registry search requested. Staff #8 was employed for one day before a central registry search request was made.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“(Repeat Violation) (Systemic) Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The screening for staff #5 was completed nine months prior to hire; staff #7 had no documentation of screening and had been employed for one year; and staff #9 had no documentation of screening and had been employed for over five years.”
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. Staff #7, employed for one year, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check or criminal history check from a different state. Staff #8, employed for one month, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from a different state.”
22.1-289.036-B-2
“(Systemic) Based on review of two applicant records, it was determined that not all applicants had an Office of Background Investigations (OBI) fingerprinting-based criminal history record check, as required. Evidence: the record for applicant #2 did not contain a fingerprint determination letter.”
8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
“(Systemic) Based on review of two applicant records, it was determined that not all applicants had a sworn statement or an original central registry search report, as required. Evidence: the record for applicant #1 did not contain documentation of a central registry search report and the record for applicant #2 did not contain documentation of a sworn statement or a central registry search report.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“(Repeat violation, Systemic) Based on review of seven staff records, it was determined that not all staff had Central Registry Search results within thirty days of employment. Evidence: The record for staff #5 (Date of hire: 5/3/2024) and staff #6 (Date of hire: 5/9/2024) did not have documentation of a Central Registry search request. The record for staff #2 (Date of hire: 8/22/2024) had Central Registry search results dated: 1/31/2024”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of 12 child records, the facility failed to obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations prior to the child's first attendance. Evidence: the record for child #8 (date of first attendance: 5/28/2024) did not have documentation of immunizations.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of six staff records, the facility did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/ screening for all staff at the time of employment that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #2 (date of hire: 8/22/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 9/7/2023. The record for staff #6 (date of hire: 5/9/2024) had a TB test/screening dated: 3/22/2024.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/screening completed at least every two years from the date of the initial test or screening. Evidence: the record for staff #4 had a negative TB test/screening dated: 5/27/2022.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of documentation, and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain a current written list of children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: the written allergy list did not include child #4, with a diagnosed food allergy, or child #7, with a food sensitivity.”
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: the records for child #4, child #10 and child #12, with diagnosed food allergies, did not contain a written care plan with instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic to and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
8VAC20-780-70
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: The record for staff #6 did not contain documentation of two reference checks as required.”
8VAC20-780-245-J-3
“Based on review of documentation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to ensure that any child who has been prescribed emergency medication is always in the care of a staff member who meets the Medication Administration Training (MAT) requirements. Evidence: 1) child # 11 went on a field trip with emergency medication but no staff with the child had documentation of current MAT training. Child #14 has prescription Diazepam on site that is required to be administered rectally and no staff on site have the required MAT Rectal Medication Certificate.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to obtain documentation of annual approval from the health department. Evidence: the most recent documented health department inspection was dated: 3/10/2023.”
22.1-289.035-A
“(Repeat Violation, Systemic) Based on review of seven staff records, it was determined that not all staff had a repeat Central Registry Search every five years as required. Evidence: The record for staff #1 had a Central Registry search results letter dated: 12/19/2017.”
22.1-289.036-B-2
“(Systemic) Based on review of two applicant records, it was determined that not all applicants had an Office of Background Investigations (OBI) fingerprinting-based criminal history record check, as required. Evidence: the record for applicant #2 did not contain a fingerprint determination letter.”
8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
“(Systemic) Based on review of two applicant records, it was determined that not all applicants had a sworn statement or an original central registry search report, as required. Evidence: the record for applicant #1 did not contain documentation of a central registry search report and the record for applicant #2 did not contain documentation of a sworn statement or a central registry search report.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“(Repeat violation, Systemic) Based on review of seven staff records, it was determined that not all staff had Central Registry Search results within thirty days of employment. Evidence: The record for staff #5 (Date of hire: 5/3/2024) and staff #6 (Date of hire: 5/9/2024) did not have documentation of a Central Registry search request. The record for staff #2 (Date of hire: 8/22/2024) had Central Registry search results dated: 1/31/2024”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of 12 child records, the facility failed to obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations prior to the child's first attendance. Evidence: the record for child #8 (date of first attendance: 5/28/2024) did not have documentation of immunizations.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of six staff records, the facility did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/ screening for all staff at the time of employment that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #2 (date of hire: 8/22/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 9/7/2023. The record for staff #6 (date of hire: 5/9/2024) had a TB test/screening dated: 3/22/2024.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/screening completed at least every two years from the date of the initial test or screening. Evidence: the record for staff #4 had a negative TB test/screening dated: 5/27/2022.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on review of documentation, and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain a current written list of children's allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: the written allergy list did not include child #4, with a diagnosed food allergy, or child #7, with a food sensitivity.”
8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: the records for child #4, child #10 and child #12, with diagnosed food allergies, did not contain a written care plan with instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic to and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
8VAC20-780-70
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: The record for staff #6 did not contain documentation of two reference checks as required.”
8VAC20-780-245-J-3
“Based on review of documentation, and an interview with staff, the facility failed to ensure that any child who has been prescribed emergency medication is always in the care of a staff member who meets the Medication Administration Training (MAT) requirements. Evidence: 1) child # 11 went on a field trip with emergency medication but no staff with the child had documentation of current MAT training. Child #14 has prescription Diazepam on site that is required to be administered rectally and no staff on site have the required MAT Rectal Medication Certificate.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to obtain documentation of annual approval from the health department. Evidence: the most recent documented health department inspection was dated: 3/10/2023.”
22.1-289.035-A
“(Repeat Violation, Systemic) Based on review of seven staff records, it was determined that not all staff had a repeat Central Registry Search every five years as required. Evidence: The record for staff #1 had a Central Registry search results letter dated: 12/19/2017.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2 Complaint related: No
“(Repeat Violation) Based on review of two staff records, it was determined that not all staff had an original central registry report within 30 days of employment, and no documented follow up was conducted. Evidence: the record for staff #2 (date of hire: 11/7/2022) did not contain documentation of a central registry search report or follow up.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In eight out of eight classrooms, there was a bottle of bleach water solution in in unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-780-550-F
“Based on review of documentation, not all lockdown drills were practiced at least annually as required. Evidence: The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on: 8/11/2021.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had Central Registry Search results within thirty days of employment. Evidence: The record for staff #1 (Date of hire: 4/24/2023), staff #3 (Date of hire: 5/25/2023) and staff #5 (Date of hire: 5/1/2023) did not have documentation of a Central Registry search request.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that Out of State background checks (Sex Offender Registry search and Child Abuse and Neglect search) were not conducted as required for staff who indicated they have lived outside of Virginia in the past five years. Evidence: the record for staff #1, (Date of hire: 4/24/2023), who indicated that they have lived out of the state of Virginia in the past five years, had no documentation of an out of state sex offender registry search or an out of state child abuse and neglect search request.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had an Office of Background Investigations (OBI) fingerprinting-based criminal history record check prior to their first day of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #3 (date of rehire: 5/25/2023) had a fingerprint determination letter dated: 8/19/2019 and staff #5 (date of hire: 5/1/2023) had a fingerprint determination letter dated: 5/10/2023.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on review of six staff records, the facility did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/ screening for all staff at the time of employment that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #1 (date of hire: 4/24/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 11/29/2022. The record for staff #3 (date of rehire: 5/25/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 10/5/2021. The record for staff #5 (date of hire: 5/1/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 5/12/2023.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“Based on review of five child records, the facility failed to meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia. Evidence: the record for child #1, child #3 and child #4 did not contain documentation of proof of child identity and age.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: 1) The record for staff #2 did not contain documentation of two reference checks as required; 2) The records for staff #2, staff #3, and staff #4 did not contain documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education or certification required by the (lead teacher) job position; 3) The records for staff #1 and staff #5 did not contain documentation of orientation training as required.”
22.1-289.035-A
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had a repeat Central Registry Search every five years as required. Evidence: The record for staff #6 had a Central Registry search results letter dated: 12/19/2017.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In eight out of eight classrooms, there was a bottle of bleach water solution in in unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-780-550-F
“Based on review of documentation, not all lockdown drills were practiced at least annually as required. Evidence: The last documented lockdown drill was conducted on: 8/11/2021.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had Central Registry Search results within thirty days of employment. Evidence: The record for staff #1 (Date of hire: 4/24/2023), staff #3 (Date of hire: 5/25/2023) and staff #5 (Date of hire: 5/1/2023) did not have documentation of a Central Registry search request.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that Out of State background checks (Sex Offender Registry search and Child Abuse and Neglect search) were not conducted as required for staff who indicated they have lived outside of Virginia in the past five years. Evidence: the record for staff #1, (Date of hire: 4/24/2023), who indicated that they have lived out of the state of Virginia in the past five years, had no documentation of an out of state sex offender registry search or an out of state child abuse and neglect search request.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had an Office of Background Investigations (OBI) fingerprinting-based criminal history record check prior to their first day of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #3 (date of rehire: 5/25/2023) had a fingerprint determination letter dated: 8/19/2019 and staff #5 (date of hire: 5/1/2023) had a fingerprint determination letter dated: 5/10/2023.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on review of six staff records, the facility did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/ screening for all staff at the time of employment that was completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #1 (date of hire: 4/24/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 11/29/2022. The record for staff #3 (date of rehire: 5/25/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 10/5/2021. The record for staff #5 (date of hire: 5/1/2023) had a TB test/screening dated: 5/12/2023.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“Based on review of five child records, the facility failed to meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia. Evidence: the record for child #1, child #3 and child #4 did not contain documentation of proof of child identity and age.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all records contained all required information. Evidence: 1) The record for staff #2 did not contain documentation of two reference checks as required; 2) The records for staff #2, staff #3, and staff #4 did not contain documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education or certification required by the (lead teacher) job position; 3) The records for staff #1 and staff #5 did not contain documentation of orientation training as required.”
22.1-289.035-A
“(Systemic) Based on review of six staff records, it was determined that not all staff had a repeat Central Registry Search every five years as required. Evidence: The record for staff #6 had a Central Registry search results letter dated: 12/19/2017.”
8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: Yes
“Based on interviews it was determined that staff did not always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of children under their supervision. Evidence: On 01/30/2023 staff could not explain how child A (Age 4) woke up from nap with a round, blistered mark on their right nostril. Staff confirm that child A did not have a mark on their face before nap. Staff were not able to provide an explanation as to how Child A sustained the injury to their nose. Child A did not articulate how the mark came to appear on their nose.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on review of daily attendance records it was determined that not all attendance records documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: The following classrooms did not have all children accounted on their attendance records: 1.) Toddler Room: Child A was not marked as present on attendance. 2.) Two year old room: Child B and Child C were not marked as present on attendance. 3.) Four year old room: Child D was not marked as present on attendance.”
8VAC20-780-520-C
“Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that not all requirements for diaper cream were met. Evidence: Diaper cream was observed in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: Yes
“Based on interviews it was determined that staff did not always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of children under their supervision. Evidence: On 01/30/2023 staff could not explain how child A (Age 4) woke up from nap with a round, blistered mark on their right nostril. Staff confirm that child A did not have a mark on their face before nap. Staff were not able to provide an explanation as to how Child A sustained the injury to their nose. Child A did not articulate how the mark came to appear on their nose.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on review of daily attendance records it was determined that not all attendance records documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: The following classrooms did not have all children accounted on their attendance records: 1.) Toddler Room: Child A was not marked as present on attendance. 2.) Two year old room: Child B and Child C were not marked as present on attendance. 3.) Four year old room: Child D was not marked as present on attendance.”
8VAC20-780-520-C
“Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that not all requirements for diaper cream were met. Evidence: Diaper cream was observed in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: Yes
“Based on interviews it was determined that staff did not always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of children under their supervision. Evidence: On 01/30/2023 staff could not explain how child A (Age 4) woke up from nap with a round, blistered mark on their right nostril. Staff confirm that child A did not have a mark on their face before nap. Staff were not able to provide an explanation as to how Child A sustained the injury to their nose. Child A did not articulate how the mark came to appear on their nose.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on review of daily attendance records it was determined that not all attendance records documented the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: The following classrooms did not have all children accounted on their attendance records: 1.) Toddler Room: Child A was not marked as present on attendance. 2.) Two year old room: Child B and Child C were not marked as present on attendance. 3.) Four year old room: Child D was not marked as present on attendance.”
8VAC20-780-520-C
“Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that not all requirements for diaper cream were met. Evidence: Diaper cream was observed in an unlocked cabinet under the changing table accessible to children.”
8VAC20-780-340-A Complaint related: No
“Based on interviews it was determined that staff did not always ensure the care, protection, and guidance of children under their supervision. Evidence: Staff could not provide an explanation regarding a dislocated left clavicle with a fracture sustained by child A (Age 17 Months) during child care hours. It was discovered through interviews that child A arrived at the day care around 9:00 am with a happy disposition. The child appeared normal throughout the day until they woke up from nap. It was reported that child A fell asleep on their back without incident at around 12:20 pm. Child A was reported to have been sleeping on their cot with a pacifier in their mouth, blanket placed over their torso, and dressed in a long sleeved shirt, legging type pants, and a onesie under the long sleeve shirt. Staff A went on break at approximately 12:45 pm leaving the children in the class under the supervision of staff B. When staff A returned from break they noticed that child A's cot had been moved and child A was still sleeping but now positioned on their stomach with their long sleeved shirt removed. Staff B reported to staff A that child A had woke up and that they had attempted to rock the child back to sleep next to their cot and that child A later fell back to sleep. It is not determined how child A's long sleeve shirt was removed. Child A reportedly woke up around 3:00 pm crying and appeared to be in distress. Staff A diapered child A, attempted to console them and offer them a snack. When child A was still observed to be in distress, staff A assessed the child to investigate the source of their distress. Staff noticed that child A appeared to flinch when their left arm and shoulder area was touched. Staff A notified management and requested that they notify child A's parent. Child A was picked up around 4:15 and was taken for medical evaluation. It was later determined by emergency room medical personnel that child A had a dislocated left clavicle with a fracture.”
8VAC20-780-270-A Complaint related: Yes
“Based on observation of the infant room it was determined that not all areas of the center are maintained in clean and safe condition. Evidence: The Licensing Inspector observed black mold under the top cabinet, located to the left of the microwave.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of a central registry check within the first 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff A (start date: 10/13/2021), Staff B (start date: 02/01/2022), and Staff C (start date: 05/10/2022) did not have documentation of a central registry check on file.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on review of five children's records it was determined that not all records contained the required information. Evidence: The records for child A and child B (start date: 03/01/2022) did not contain documentation of the name and telephone number of the children's physician.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation of the playground it was determined that not all areas were in clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: There are two large birds nest attached to the entryway outside of the door to the playground. Bird excrement was observed on the ground and wall below the nest.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of two children's records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of immunization records before the first date of attendance. Evidence: Child A and Child B (start date: 03/01/2022) did not have documentation of immunizations on file.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on review of five children's records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of a physical within the first 30 days of enrollment. Evidence: Child A and Child B (start date: 03/01/2022) did not have documentation of a physical on file.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of a central registry check within the first 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff A (start date: 10/13/2021), Staff B (start date: 02/01/2022), and Staff C (start date: 05/10/2022) did not have documentation of a central registry check on file.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on review of five children's records it was determined that not all records contained the required information. Evidence: The records for child A and child B (start date: 03/01/2022) did not contain documentation of the name and telephone number of the children's physician.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation of the playground it was determined that not all areas were in clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: There are two large birds nest attached to the entryway outside of the door to the playground. Bird excrement was observed on the ground and wall below the nest.”
8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on review of two children's records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of immunization records before the first date of attendance. Evidence: Child A and Child B (start date: 03/01/2022) did not have documentation of immunizations on file.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on review of five children's records it was determined that not all records contained documentation of a physical within the first 30 days of enrollment. Evidence: Child A and Child B (start date: 03/01/2022) did not have documentation of a physical on file.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 5 children ages 16 months - 2 years. Evidence: Two staff members were observed caring for 15 children in the toddler room with ages ranging from 16 months - 2 years.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation of the playground it was determined that not all areas were in clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The drain box on the right side of the playground has sharp edges protruding from the ground that could snag skin or cause a tripping hazard. 2. The lumber barrier around the playground structure has a nail protruding (4 threads) that could snag skin or cause a tripping hazard. 3. There is a large birds nest attached to a wind chime outside of the door to the playground. Bird excrement was observed on the ground and wall below the nest.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on interviews and review of attendance records it was determined that not all attendance records documented the arrival of children as it occurred. Evidence: There were 8 children observed in the older infant room with only 4 children checked in on the daily attendance record. The time of arrival for child A, B, C, and D were not documented on the attendance record.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 5 children ages 16 months - 2 years. Evidence: Two staff members were observed caring for 15 children in the toddler room with ages ranging from 16 months - 2 years.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation of the playground it was determined that not all areas were in clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The drain box on the right side of the playground has sharp edges protruding from the ground that could snag skin or cause a tripping hazard. 2. The lumber barrier around the playground structure has a nail protruding (4 threads) that could snag skin or cause a tripping hazard. 3. There is a large birds nest attached to a wind chime outside of the door to the playground. Bird excrement was observed on the ground and wall below the nest.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on interviews and review of attendance records it was determined that not all attendance records documented the arrival of children as it occurred. Evidence: There were 8 children observed in the older infant room with only 4 children checked in on the daily attendance record. The time of arrival for child A, B, C, and D were not documented on the attendance record.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 5 children ages 16 months - 2 years. Evidence: Two staff members were observed caring for 15 children in the toddler room with ages ranging from 16 months - 2 years.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation of the playground it was determined that not all areas were in clean, safe, and operable condition. Evidence: 1. The drain box on the right side of the playground has sharp edges protruding from the ground that could snag skin or cause a tripping hazard. 2. The lumber barrier around the playground structure has a nail protruding (4 threads) that could snag skin or cause a tripping hazard. 3. There is a large birds nest attached to a wind chime outside of the door to the playground. Bird excrement was observed on the ground and wall below the nest.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on interviews and review of attendance records it was determined that not all attendance records documented the arrival of children as it occurred. Evidence: There were 8 children observed in the older infant room with only 4 children checked in on the daily attendance record. The time of arrival for child A, B, C, and D were not documented on the attendance record.”
22VAC40-185-350-E-2
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 5 children ages 16 months - 2 years. Evidence: Two staff members were observed caring for 12 children in the toddler room with ages ranging from 16 months - 2 years. Based on the attendance record and staff interview it was determined that the classroom was not in ratio from approximately 10:00 am - 11:00 am.”
22VAC40-191-60-C-2
“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that staff were still permitted to work at the facility when documentation of a central registry check was not on file within the first 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff A (start date: 11/06/2020), did not have documentation of a central registry check on file and were still permitted to work at the facility. This is a repeat violation, administration states the central registry check for staff A was obtained however, misplaced.”
22VAC40-185-350-E-1
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 4 children ages birth to 16 months. Evidence: One staff member was observed caring for five children in the older infant room with ages ranging from 12 months - 16 months. Based on the attendance record and staff interview it was determined that the classroom was not in ratio from approximately 10:30 am - 11:00 am.”
63.2(17)-1720.1-B-4
“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that administration failed to request out of state central registry checks, out of state criminal history checks, and out of state sex offender checks within the first thirty days of employment for staff indicating that they have lived outside of Virginia within the last five years. Evidence: Staff A (start date: 11/06/2020) who indicated living outside of Virginia within the last five years did not have documentation on file that an out of state central registry check, sex offender check, or criminal history check had been requested. This is a repeat violation.”
22VAC40-185-350-E-2
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 5 children ages 16 months - 2 years. Evidence: Two staff members were observed caring for 12 children in the toddler room with ages ranging from 16 months - 2 years. Based on the attendance record and staff interview it was determined that the classroom was not in ratio from approximately 10:00 am - 11:00 am.”
22VAC40-191-60-C-2
“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that staff were still permitted to work at the facility when documentation of a central registry check was not on file within the first 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff A (start date: 11/06/2020), did not have documentation of a central registry check on file and were still permitted to work at the facility. This is a repeat violation, administration states the central registry check for staff A was obtained however, misplaced.”
22VAC40-185-350-E-1
“Based on observation and interviews with administration it was determined that the facility failed to maintain a ratio of one staff to 4 children ages birth to 16 months. Evidence: One staff member was observed caring for five children in the older infant room with ages ranging from 12 months - 16 months. Based on the attendance record and staff interview it was determined that the classroom was not in ratio from approximately 10:30 am - 11:00 am.”
63.2(17)-1720.1-B-4
“Based on review of three staff records it was determined that administration failed to request out of state central registry checks, out of state criminal history checks, and out of state sex offender checks within the first thirty days of employment for staff indicating that they have lived outside of Virginia within the last five years. Evidence: Staff A (start date: 11/06/2020) who indicated living outside of Virginia within the last five years did not have documentation on file that an out of state central registry check, sex offender check, or criminal history check had been requested. This is a repeat violation.”
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Stafford, VA 22554 · preschool to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
29 Green Spring Drive, Stafford, VA
107 Northampton Boulevard, Stafford, VA
75 Dunn Drive, Stafford, VA
95 Dunn Drive, Suite 101, Stafford, VA
25 Travis Lane, Stafford, VA
473 Garrisonville Road, Stafford, VA
8 Dorothy Lane, Stafford, VA
24 Center Street, Suite 105, Stafford, VA
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 11, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 52 rules across 13 of 14 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.
136, 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 Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:30 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 288-1515 to ask.
(540) 288-1515.
301 Highpointe Boulevard, Stafford, VA 22554. The nearest other daycare we list is KinderCare Learning Center, 0.5 miles away.