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The Vine Preschool

5614 Old Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 223095.0· 32 reviews
licensed capacity
40
open each week
5 days

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About The Vine Preschool

The Vine Preschool is a licensed child care center in Alexandria, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 40 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 28 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
40 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
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Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity40 childrenFrom the state license
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Inspection reports for The Vine Preschool

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
40 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1107712
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Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 12, 2026: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 9 visits · 28 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 11
  • Safety and hazards 5
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Food and nutrition 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Background checks 2
  • Safe sleep 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 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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  1. Jun 12, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Diaper changing surfaces shall be non absorbent. The diaper changing mat in the infant room was observed to have multiple tears, making the surface absorbent.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “When high chairs are used, children shall be buckled using safety straps. 8 infants were observed sitting in high chairs waiting for their lunch to be served. 8 out of 8 infants we not buckled into the chairs.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Staff records shall contain two references. Staff #4s record contains one reference.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-260-B

      “Annual approval from the health department shall be provided. The most recent inspection of the facility from the local health department was 7/16/2024.”
    • Safety and hazards

      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. A spray bottle labeled 'bleach/water' was observed on an open shelf in the preschool bathroom.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-3

      “Electrical outlets shall have protective covers. The outlet next to the sink in the preschool bathroom did not have protective covers.”
  2. Sep 11, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “If diaper ointment or cream is used, these products shall be inaccessible to children. Classroom #1 (ages 12-24 months) had multiple containers of diaper ointment and cream on the bottom shelf of the changing table that was accessible to children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “The center may administer prescription medication that would normally be administered by a parent or guardian to a child provided the center administers drugs only to the child identified on the prescription label in accordance with the prescriber's instructions pertaining to dosage, frequency, and manner of administration. Classroom #1 had a prescription cream, dated 2/5/25, with instructions to discard after 10 days, and parent authorization was accepted on 6/17/25.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-2

      “The required ratio for children ages 16 to 24 month is one staff per five children. During the inspection, Staff #2 was observed leaving classroom #2, which had seven children with one other staff (the youngest child 16 months old) for two to four minutes on three separate occasions.”
    • Background checks

      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 #3, employed for five years, did not have documentation of an out-of-state Child Abuse and Neglect search from one state. Staff #3 had move out of the state of Virginia approximately 12 months ago and request was submitted, but no follow up when the search was not received.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering surface shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Staff #2 cleaned the diaper changing surface and sprayed it with a bleach water solution, but did not allow it to dry for a period of at least two minutes.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-D

      “Each grouping of children shall have at least one staff regularly present who meets lead teacher qualifications. Classroom #1 did not have a qualified lead teacher with a group of six preschool children, ages 12-28 months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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. Child #1, who has been attending the center for three weeks, did not have an immunization record on file.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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. At approximately 8:45am on 09/11/25, there were six children present in classroom #1, but only five children were marked present on the attendance record.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #2 updated screening was due 11 months ago and Staff #4 updated screening was due 3 months ago. The updated screenings have not yet been completed.”
    • Food and nutrition

      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; and content. Classroom #3 had several containers of food that was not dated, and nine bottles that were not dated.”
  3. Sep 11, 2025Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “If diaper ointment or cream is used, these products shall be inaccessible to children. Classroom #1 (ages 12-24 months) had multiple containers of diaper ointment and cream on the bottom shelf of the changing table that was accessible to children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-I

      “The center may administer prescription medication that would normally be administered by a parent or guardian to a child provided the center administers drugs only to the child identified on the prescription label in accordance with the prescriber's instructions pertaining to dosage, frequency, and manner of administration. Classroom #1 had a prescription cream, dated 2/5/25, with instructions to discard after 10 days, and parent authorization was accepted on 6/17/25.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-2

      “The required ratio for children ages 16 to 24 month is one staff per five children. During the inspection, Staff #2 was observed leaving classroom #2, which had seven children with one other staff (the youngest child 16 months old) for two to four minutes on three separate occasions.”
    • Background checks

      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 #3, employed for five years, did not have documentation of an out-of-state Child Abuse and Neglect search from one state. Staff #3 had move out of the state of Virginia approximately 12 months ago and request was submitted, but no follow up when the search was not received.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “The diapering surface shall be cleaned with soap and at least room temperature water and sanitized after each use. Staff #2 cleaned the diaper changing surface and sprayed it with a bleach water solution, but did not allow it to dry for a period of at least two minutes.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-D

      “Each grouping of children shall have at least one staff regularly present who meets lead teacher qualifications. Classroom #1 did not have a qualified lead teacher with a group of six preschool children, ages 12-28 months.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      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. Child #1, who has been attending the center for three weeks, did not have an immunization record on file.”
    • Records and paperwork

      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. At approximately 8:45am on 09/11/25, there were six children present in classroom #1, but only five children were marked present on the attendance record.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #2 updated screening was due 11 months ago and Staff #4 updated screening was due 3 months ago. The updated screenings have not yet been completed.”
    • Food and nutrition

      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; and content. Classroom #3 had several containers of food that was not dated, and nine bottles that were not dated.”
  4. May 7, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The findings from the most recent inspection, dated 07/02/2024, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-B

      “Cribs shall be identified for use by a specific child. One crib was not label with the child's name.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child #3, age 21 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations once every six months. The last documentation on file was dated over seven months ago.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. A practice evacuation drill was not conducted for January 2025.”
  5. May 7, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Records and paperwork

      22.1-289.011-F

      “The license and any other documents required shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The findings from the most recent inspection, dated 07/02/2024, were not posted in a conspicuous place on the premises.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-B

      “Cribs shall be identified for use by a specific child. One crib was not label with the child's name.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “The center shall obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Child #3, age 21 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations once every six months. The last documentation on file was dated over seven months ago.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-550-D

      “The center shall implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. A practice evacuation drill was not conducted for January 2025.”
  6. Jul 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review and interview, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #3 (date of enrollment 6/28/22) did not have documentation of a physical examination. 2. The director reviewed the file, and confirmed there was no physical examination in the file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing. Evidence: The documentation of a TB screening results for Staff #1 was dated 6/29/22.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to chipped or peeling paint; or visible cracks. Evidence: The left side wall in the Preschool bathroom had a large area of peeling paint”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-L

      “Based on observation, comforters cannot be used by children under two years of age. Evidence: Child #2 (age 14 months) in the Infant classroom had a pink blanket covering while sleeping in a crib.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, electrical outlets did not have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: An electrical outlet in the Todd's 2 (Little Ducks) classroom did not have protective covers on the outlet.”
  7. Jul 2, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review and interview, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #3 (date of enrollment 6/28/22) did not have documentation of a physical examination. 2. The director reviewed the file, and confirmed there was no physical examination in the file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening at least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing. Evidence: The documentation of a TB screening results for Staff #1 was dated 6/29/22.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to chipped or peeling paint; or visible cracks. Evidence: The left side wall in the Preschool bathroom had a large area of peeling paint”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-L

      “Based on observation, comforters cannot be used by children under two years of age. Evidence: Child #2 (age 14 months) in the Infant classroom had a pink blanket covering while sleeping in a crib.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-290-A-3

      “Based on observation, electrical outlets did not have protective covers that are of a size that cannot be swallowed by children. Evidence: An electrical outlet in the Todd's 2 (Little Ducks) classroom did not have protective covers on the outlet.”
  8. Mar 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on record review, the facility did not follow requirements for using diaper ointment or cream. REPEAT VIOLATION. Evidence: The facility did not obtain written authorization for diaper cream ointment for child #4 and #5.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of tuberculosis screening of each staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The documentation of a TB screening was dated 08/01/23 and the date of hire for Staff #1 was 07/25/23.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain Criminal History Records check prior to the 1st day of employment. Evidence: 1. The documentation for the Criminal History Records check is dated 08/09/23 and date of hire for Staff #1 was 07/25/23.”
  9. Mar 25, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on record review, the facility did not follow requirements for using diaper ointment or cream. REPEAT VIOLATION. Evidence: The facility did not obtain written authorization for diaper cream ointment for child #4 and #5.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of tuberculosis screening of each staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: The documentation of a TB screening was dated 08/01/23 and the date of hire for Staff #1 was 07/25/23.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-2

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain Criminal History Records check prior to the 1st day of employment. Evidence: 1. The documentation for the Criminal History Records check is dated 08/09/23 and date of hire for Staff #1 was 07/25/23.”
  10. Jul 13, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 7/22/22) did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, two of four children's records did not have documentation of child's updates and confirmation of up-to-date. information. Evidence: 1. Child #2's record did not contain an annual update confirming the child's information. The last update was received on 8/1/22. 2. Child # 3's record did not contain annual update confirming the child's information. The last update was received on 9/7/21.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-H

      “Based on observation and interview, cosmetics, medication, or other harmful agents were stored in areas, purses, or pockets accessible to children. Evidence: 1. In the Busy Bees classroom, a blue storage cabinet was unlocked and had staff purses/bags sitting on the bottom shelf accessible to children. 2. A purse/bag on the bottom shelf was opened with a large bottle of Vitamin B-12 inside. 3. The inspector and director observed the unlocked cabinet with a large bottom of vitamin B-12 sitting in an open purse/bag on the bottom shelf. 4. The purse/bag was confirmed by the director to belong to staff #6.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diapering surface was not sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. Staff #6 did not sanitized the diapering surface after changing a child's diaper.”
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  1. Jul 13, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (start date 7/22/22) did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, two of four children's records did not have documentation of child's updates and confirmation of up-to-date. information. Evidence: 1. Child #2's record did not contain an annual update confirming the child's information. The last update was received on 8/1/22. 2. Child # 3's record did not contain annual update confirming the child's information. The last update was received on 9/7/21.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-H

      “Based on observation and interview, cosmetics, medication, or other harmful agents were stored in areas, purses, or pockets accessible to children. Evidence: 1. In the Busy Bees classroom, a blue storage cabinet was unlocked and had staff purses/bags sitting on the bottom shelf accessible to children. 2. A purse/bag on the bottom shelf was opened with a large bottle of Vitamin B-12 inside. 3. The inspector and director observed the unlocked cabinet with a large bottom of vitamin B-12 sitting in an open purse/bag on the bottom shelf. 4. The purse/bag was confirmed by the director to belong to staff #6.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the diapering surface was not sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. Staff #6 did not sanitized the diapering surface after changing a child's diaper.”
  2. Mar 27, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The large cabinet in the Little Ducks classroom (ages 2-3 years) was unlocked with a bottle of bleach water solution sitting on the bottom shelf.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to maintain and keep a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Evidence: Child #2 did not have documentation of viewing proof of ID and age in their file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #1 (date of enrollment 8/1/22) did not have documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician at the time of inspection (3/27/23).”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: Child #4 (DOB 10/25/21) record did not have additional immunizations. Last update was 4/26/22.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, children's hands were not washed with soap and running water after toileting and any contact with blood, feces, or urine. Evidence: 1. The inspector observed four children's hands were not washed after diapering in the Caterpillar's classroom. 2. Staff #5 did not wash Child #6 and Child #3 hands after diapering. 3. Staff #6 did not wash Child #8 hands after diapering. 4. Staff #7 did not wash Child #7 hands after diapering.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the staff did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after each use. Evidence: 1. Staff #5 did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after diapering Child #3 and Child #6. Staff #5 only used a bleach solution to clean the diapering surface. 2. Staff #6 did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after diapering Child #8. Staff #6 only used a bleach solution to clean the diapering surface. 3. Staff #7 did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after diapering Child #7. Staff #7 only used a bleach solution to clean the diapering surface.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-370-5

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not provide awake infants a change in play space at least every 30 minutes or more often as determined by the individual infant's needs. Evidence: 1) The licensing inspector observed all the children in the Caterpillar / Infant classroom (ages 11-15 months) were confined for 35 minutes. Seven children were in high chairs and 3 children were in bouncers from 8:45am - 9:20am. 2) Seven children were confined in high chairs as they were waiting for breakfast. Breakfast arrived at 9:20am. 3. Staff #7 stated the children were sitting in the high chairs because they were waiting on breakfast and it was late.”
  3. Mar 27, 2023Inspection7 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The large cabinet in the Little Ducks classroom (ages 2-3 years) was unlocked with a bottle of bleach water solution sitting on the bottom shelf.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to maintain and keep a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain documentation of viewing proof of the child's identity and age. Evidence: Child #2 did not have documentation of viewing proof of ID and age in their file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #1 (date of enrollment 8/1/22) did not have documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician at the time of inspection (3/27/23).”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-E

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: Child #4 (DOB 10/25/21) record did not have additional immunizations. Last update was 4/26/22.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, children's hands were not washed with soap and running water after toileting and any contact with blood, feces, or urine. Evidence: 1. The inspector observed four children's hands were not washed after diapering in the Caterpillar's classroom. 2. Staff #5 did not wash Child #6 and Child #3 hands after diapering. 3. Staff #6 did not wash Child #8 hands after diapering. 4. Staff #7 did not wash Child #7 hands after diapering.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the staff did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after each use. Evidence: 1. Staff #5 did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after diapering Child #3 and Child #6. Staff #5 only used a bleach solution to clean the diapering surface. 2. Staff #6 did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after diapering Child #8. Staff #6 only used a bleach solution to clean the diapering surface. 3. Staff #7 did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after diapering Child #7. Staff #7 only used a bleach solution to clean the diapering surface.”
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-370-5

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not provide awake infants a change in play space at least every 30 minutes or more often as determined by the individual infant's needs. Evidence: 1) The licensing inspector observed all the children in the Caterpillar / Infant classroom (ages 11-15 months) were confined for 35 minutes. Seven children were in high chairs and 3 children were in bouncers from 8:45am - 9:20am. 2) Seven children were confined in high chairs as they were waiting for breakfast. Breakfast arrived at 9:20am. 3. Staff #7 stated the children were sitting in the high chairs because they were waiting on breakfast and it was late.”
  4. Oct 18, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-B

      “Based on observation and record review, the facility did not obtain written parent authorization as required for prescription and nonprescription medication. Evidence: There was no written authorization for topical cream ointment for child #7. .”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the staff did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after each use. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 did not use soap and water to clean the diapering area (located in hallway) after each use. 2. Staff #4 only wiped the diaper area with a bleach solution. 3. Infant class (age birth-16 months) did not use soap and water to clean the diapering area.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-1

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was posted Evidence: 1. The results for the most recent inspection (7/7/2022) were not posted in the center. 2. The director confirmed that the most recent inspection results were not posted but were in a binder.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, staff did not submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening every 2 years from the date of the initial screening or testing. Evidence: Staff #2 (DOH 9/20/20) most recent TB screening is dated 10/6/20 (expired 10/6/22).”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of tuberculosis screening of each staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: TB documentation of test or screening is dated 10/1/22 for Staff #4 (DOH 9/27/22)”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a physical examination for each child by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: At the time of inspection (10/18/22) Child #4 (date of enrollment 8/1/22) does not have a physical examination on file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, the staff did not wash their hands with soap and running water after any contact with body fluids. Evidence: Staff #5 did not wash their hands after cleaning a child’s nose.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-B

      “Based on observation, cots were not identified for use by a specific child. Evidence: The cots in the Panda’s class (3 year olds) were not labeled for a specific child.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The Infant class (age birth ? 16 months) had bottles of bleach water solution on changing table and counter when not being used for diapering or cleaning.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child #4 has a documented allergy and did not have a written allergy/medication plan.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not maintain a written list of all children’s allergies and the list was not kept in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. All classrooms (3/3) did not have a posted allergy list. 2. Child #2 has documented allergy. 3. Child #4 has a documented allergy. 4. The director confirmed they did not have an allergy list for their classrooms.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-D

      “Based on observation, insect repellent was accessible to children. Evidence: Insect repellent was in an open hallway cubby accessible to children.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-570-E

      “Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: Ten (10) prepared infant bottles in the refrigerator were not dated.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on record review and observation, the facility did not follow requirements for using diaper ointment or cream. Evidence: 1. Facility did not obtain written authorization for diaper cream ointment for child #2, #3, #5, #6, and #7 2. Five diaper ointments were not in the original container and were not labeled with a child’s name.”
  5. Oct 18, 2022Inspection14 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-B

      “Based on observation and record review, the facility did not obtain written parent authorization as required for prescription and nonprescription medication. Evidence: There was no written authorization for topical cream ointment for child #7. .”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the staff did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water after each use. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 did not use soap and water to clean the diapering area (located in hallway) after each use. 2. Staff #4 only wiped the diaper area with a bleach solution. 3. Infant class (age birth-16 months) did not use soap and water to clean the diapering area.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-820-120-E-1

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was posted Evidence: 1. The results for the most recent inspection (7/7/2022) were not posted in the center. 2. The director confirmed that the most recent inspection results were not posted but were in a binder.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, staff did not submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis (TB) screening every 2 years from the date of the initial screening or testing. Evidence: Staff #2 (DOH 9/20/20) most recent TB screening is dated 10/6/20 (expired 10/6/22).”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of tuberculosis screening of each staff at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. Evidence: TB documentation of test or screening is dated 10/1/22 for Staff #4 (DOH 9/27/22)”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a physical examination for each child by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: At the time of inspection (10/18/22) Child #4 (date of enrollment 8/1/22) does not have a physical examination on file.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, the staff did not wash their hands with soap and running water after any contact with body fluids. Evidence: Staff #5 did not wash their hands after cleaning a child’s nose.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-B

      “Based on observation, cots were not identified for use by a specific child. Evidence: The cots in the Panda’s class (3 year olds) were not labeled for a specific child.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: The Infant class (age birth ? 16 months) had bottles of bleach water solution on changing table and counter when not being used for diapering or cleaning.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child #4 has a documented allergy and did not have a written allergy/medication plan.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not maintain a written list of all children’s allergies and the list was not kept in each room or area where children are present. Evidence: 1. All classrooms (3/3) did not have a posted allergy list. 2. Child #2 has documented allergy. 3. Child #4 has a documented allergy. 4. The director confirmed they did not have an allergy list for their classrooms.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-D

      “Based on observation, insect repellent was accessible to children. Evidence: Insect repellent was in an open hallway cubby accessible to children.”
    • Food and nutrition

      8VAC20-780-570-E

      “Based on observation, prepared infant formula was not dated. Evidence: Ten (10) prepared infant bottles in the refrigerator were not dated.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-520-C

      “Based on record review and observation, the facility did not follow requirements for using diaper ointment or cream. Evidence: 1. Facility did not obtain written authorization for diaper cream ointment for child #2, #3, #5, #6, and #7 2. Five diaper ointments were not in the original container and were not labeled with a child’s name.”
  6. Jul 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Jul 7, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Jan 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Jan 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited

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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Is The Vine Preschool licensed?

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

When was The Vine Preschool last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 12, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has The Vine Preschool had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 28 rules across 9 of 9 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 Vine Preschool care for?

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

Does The Vine Preschool accept child care subsidies?

Yes. The state record says it accepts child care subsidies.

What are The Vine Preschool's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does The Vine Preschool cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 780-1800 to ask.

What is The Vine Preschool's phone number?

(703) 780-1800.

Where is The Vine Preschool?

5614 Old Mill Road, Alexandria, VA 22309. The nearest other daycare we list is Epiphany Lutheran Church of Mount Vernon, 0.2 miles away.

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