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The Lovettsville School House

5 N. Berlin Turnpike, Lovettsville, VA 201804.1· 7 reviews
licensed capacity
38
open each week
5 days

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About The Lovettsville School House

The Lovettsville School House is a licensed child care center in Lovettsville, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 38 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 4 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageMeals provided

Ages served: infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Licensed capacity
38 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “Mon, Fri: 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
ProgramsInfant care, preschool and toddler care
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
Licensed capacity38 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

The Lovettsville School House has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for The Lovettsville School House

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
38 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1109257
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Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 27, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 5 visits · 4 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 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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See all 12 visits
  1. May 27, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Dec 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 4, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-G

      “Documentation shall be maintained of emergency evacuation (fire drills), shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills. The fire drill conducted in May 2025 was not recorded on the center's posted log.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering surface shall not be used for children's activities. The daily attendance chart, blocks, and a story book was observed not in use on the diapering surface.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-210-A-4-b

      “Within six months before being promoted or beginning work or one month after being promoted or beginning work, a minimum of 24 hours of training shall be received related to the care of children. Staff #2 completed 20 hours of training during the 6 month period prior to their promotion on 05/12/2025.”
  4. Nov 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jan 31, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “Based on a review of medications, one prescription medication was not in the original, labeled container. Evidence: Child #1's Epi-pen was not in the original container, with a label attached.”
  6. Oct 26, 2023Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on a review of records, one child record did not contain documentation of a completed physical within 30 days of first attendance. Evidence: Child 1's record did not contain a completed physical. (Date of enrollment: 3/6/23)”
  7. Apr 3, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “Based on a review of injury reports, all required components were not documented. Evidence: 10 reports were reviewed. *1 report did not include the date and time of parent notification. *3 reports did not include documentation of the time of parent notification. *3 reports did not include documentation of the date, time or method of parent notification.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-370-5

      “Based on a review of records, one child records does not include documentation of 30 minutes of time spent on their stomach. Evidence: 1 record reviewed for a child that requires time spent on their stomach, did not include documentation of 30 minutes of time spent on their stomach. 20 of the 30 required minutes was documented.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on a review of records, one child record did not contain documentation of an immunization record before the child can attend the center. Evidence: 1 of 3 records reviewed did not contain an immunization record before the child attended the center. It was confirmed that the record was not present at the center when it was asked for by the LI, and the child present. (Child 1)”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on a review of records, one staff record does not contain documentation of references prior to employment. Evidence: 1 of 3 records reviewed did not obtain references prior to employment. Staff B- (DOH: 6/6/22) *Reference #1 is dated 6/8/22 *Reference #2 is dated 8/5/22”
  8. Jan 25, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on a review of records, one staff record does not contain documentation of an accurate Sworn Disclosure Statement (SDS). Evidence: Staff A's SDS does not disclose all residences outside the state of Virginia.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on multiple staff interviews, it was determined that a child under 10 was not kept in actual sight and sound supervision. Evidence: An infant in the Ducklings room was not kept in actual sight and sound supervision when the child was sleeping in a crib in the classroom while the remainder of the class went outdoors. A staff member inside the facility was supposed to be checking on the child every 15 minutes.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-355-B-2 Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on direct observation, a ratio of 1 staff to 5 children was not maintained in the Toddler/2's room. Evidence: On 1/25/2023 the Bunnies room (ages 16 months to 24 months) was observed by the LI, out of ratio at 7:1.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on a review of documentation, the center did not maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries. Evidence: When asked for injury reports for specific children, the reports could not be located.”
  9. Nov 14, 2022Inspection2 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on a review of records, one child record does not contain documentation of all required component. Evidence: 1 of 2 child records reviewed did not contain documentation of a second emergency contact's name, address, phone number. (Child 1)”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Based on a review of records, one staff record does not contain documentation of completion of the required orientation course within 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1 of 3 staff records reviewed did not contain documentation of the Preservice 1- hour course within 90 days of employment. The course certificate is dated 11/14/2022. (Staff A: Date of Hire: 7/7/22).”
  10. Oct 24, 2022Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-C Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on multiple staff statements, when children are in mixed age groups, the staff -to-child ratio has not been applied to the youngest age in the group. Evidence: On multiple occasions, in the morning and late afternoon, the Ducklings (infants) are often combined with the Bunnies (Toddler/2's) class. The ratio of 1 staff to 4 children has not been maintained. There have been up to 5 children in the combined age group on different days.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-360-A Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on multiple staff statements, daily activities for age groups are not age and stage appropriate and allowing for curiosity and exploration. Evidence: The infants are often combined in the Toddler/2's room in the morning and afternoons. The toys, games and activities in the Toddler/2's room are not age appropriate for Infants.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-2 Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on observation, one classroom on the playground did not maintain a ratio of 1 staff to 5 children for a group that included children aged 16 months to 24 months. Evidence: The Bunnies (Toddlers/2's) classroom was observed on the playground with 7 children and one staff. The group included 2 children aged 16 months to 24 months. (Child 1, 2)”
Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Aug 11, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Based on a review of medications, one prescription medication is not labeled with the child' name, the name of the medication, the dosage amount and the time or times to be given. Evidence: One child's prescription medication is not in a container with the label showing the child's name, name of the medication, dosage and time to be administered. (Child 1)”
  2. Jun 9, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A-1

      “Based on a review of records, staff records do not contain documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The TB results on file are dated 6/7/2022. The date of employment is documented as 6/6/22. (Staff #1)”

Copied from Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2012. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about The Lovettsville School House

Is The Lovettsville School House licensed?

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

When was The Lovettsville School House last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on May 27, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Lovettsville School House had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 4 rules across 2 of 5 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 The Lovettsville School House care for?

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

Does The Lovettsville School House accept child care subsidies?

The state record does not list it as accepting subsidies. Ask the provider directly.

What are The Lovettsville School House's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Lovettsville School House cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 579-8933 to ask.

What is The Lovettsville School House's phone number?

(540) 579-8933.

Where is The Lovettsville School House?

5 N. Berlin Turnpike, Lovettsville, VA 20180. The nearest other daycare we list is Lovettsville Little Learners, 0.2 miles away.

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