Valerie Knight
Norfolk, VA 23502 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Tia's Precious Love Childcare Center is a licensed child care center in Norfolk, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 41 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM.
Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 18 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Child care subsidy | Accepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license |
| Licensed capacity | 41 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tia's Precious Love Childcare Center has not listed its tuition.
State record
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 21, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 10 visits · 18 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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8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“The staff-to-children ratio for children from the age of birth up to 16 months is one staff member to four children. There were two staff members that were supervising a total of 11 children with the youngest child being 4 months old.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“The center shall obtain a copy of the results of a search of the central registry maintained pursuant to ? 63.2-1515 for any founded complaint of child abuse or neglect against him. The center did not obtain the Virginia Central Registry results for Staff #1 that was currently present working with children alone and has been working at the center for over 5 months.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent inspection summary from September 25, 2025, was not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.”
8VAC20-780-350-M
“One staff member shall not supervise more than one room or area during rest time. Two infant staff members supervising 7 infant children were also supervising the toddler classroom next door. There were 4 children that were all asleep in the toddler room and no staff member present.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“The staff-to-children ratio for children from the age of birth up to 16 months is one staff member to four children. There were two staff members that were supervising a total of 11 children with the youngest child being 4 months old.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“The center shall obtain a copy of the results of a search of the central registry maintained pursuant to ? 63.2-1515 for any founded complaint of child abuse or neglect against him. The center did not obtain the Virginia Central Registry results for Staff #1 that was currently present working with children alone and has been working at the center for over 5 months.”
22.1-289.011-F
“The license and any other documents required by the Superintendent shall be posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises. The most recent inspection summary from September 25, 2025, was not posted in a conspicuous place on the licensed premises.”
8VAC20-780-350-M
“One staff member shall not supervise more than one room or area during rest time. Two infant staff members supervising 7 infant children were also supervising the toddler classroom next door. There were 4 children that were all asleep in the toddler room and no staff member present.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“A copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #1, present at the center working with children, confirmed they lived outside of Virginia in the past five years and no background search for that state was conducted.”
22.1-289.035-A
“Repeat Violation The center is required to obtain background checks every five years. The most recent central registry check for Staff #2 was dated February 5, 2020, and has since expired.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. On the outdoor playground area were cracked wood pieces along the parameter of the mulch area, a pothole to the walkway, and broken concrete posing as a tripping and injury hazards to the children in care.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“A copy of the results of a criminal history record information check, a sex offender registry check, and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #1, present at the center working with children, confirmed they lived outside of Virginia in the past five years and no background search for that state was conducted.”
22.1-289.035-A
“Repeat Violation The center is required to obtain background checks every five years. The most recent central registry check for Staff #2 was dated February 5, 2020, and has since expired.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. On the outdoor playground area were cracked wood pieces along the parameter of the mulch area, a pothole to the walkway, and broken concrete posing as a tripping and injury hazards to the children in care.”
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 #1 did not have a copy of their additional immunizations after being at the center for 6 months. Their original immunization record at enrollment were the documents on file.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with these standards, the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department. Per the center’s medications policy and procedures, it states, ?We will not administer medication at this time.? The center has Child #1?s emergency prescriptive medication in their possession and the instructions on when to administer should the child have an allergic reaction.”
8VAC20-780-245-J-1
“To safely perform medication administration practices listed in 8VAC20-780-510, the administration shall be performed by a staff member who has satisfactorily completed a training program for this purpose approved by the Board of Nursing and taught by a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, doctor of medicine or osteopathic medicine, or pharmacist pursuant to ? 54.1- 3408 of the Code of Virginia. Child #1 is diagnosed with a severe food allergy and an emergency medication is prescribed. The center currently does not have any qualified staff members that are Medication Administration Training (MAT) trained and currently possesses the emergency prescription medication at the center.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening.”
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 #1 did not have a copy of their additional immunizations after being at the center for 6 months. Their original immunization record at enrollment were the documents on file.”
8VAC20-780-40-E
“The operational responsibilities of the licensee shall include ensuring that the center's activities, services, and facilities are maintained in compliance with these standards, the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards, and the terms of the current license issued by the department. Per the center’s medications policy and procedures, it states, ?We will not administer medication at this time.? The center has Child #1?s emergency prescriptive medication in their possession and the instructions on when to administer should the child have an allergic reaction.”
8VAC20-780-245-J-1
“To safely perform medication administration practices listed in 8VAC20-780-510, the administration shall be performed by a staff member who has satisfactorily completed a training program for this purpose approved by the Board of Nursing and taught by a registered nurse, licensed practical nurse, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, doctor of medicine or osteopathic medicine, or pharmacist pursuant to ? 54.1- 3408 of the Code of Virginia. Child #1 is diagnosed with a severe food allergy and an emergency medication is prescribed. The center currently does not have any qualified staff members that are Medication Administration Training (MAT) trained and currently possesses the emergency prescription medication at the center.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 has an expired tuberculosis screening.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 tuberculosis screening expired on March 31, 2023.”
8VAC20-780-440-G
“Cribs shall be used for children under 12 months of age and for children over 12 months of age who are not developmentally ready to sleep on a cot or mat. Child #1 (age 17 months) was observed sleeping in a crib.”
8VAC20-780-440-E
“There shall be at least 12 inches of space between occupied rest mats. In the preschool room, 3 children that were napping did not have 12 inches of space between them.”
8VAC20-780-210-A
“Program leaders shall have fulfilled a high school program completion. All staff records reviewed were program leaders that did not have documentation of a high school program completion.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 tuberculosis screening expired on March 31, 2023.”
8VAC20-780-440-G
“Cribs shall be used for children under 12 months of age and for children over 12 months of age who are not developmentally ready to sleep on a cot or mat. Child #1 (age 17 months) was observed sleeping in a crib.”
8VAC20-780-440-E
“There shall be at least 12 inches of space between occupied rest mats. In the preschool room, 3 children that were napping did not have 12 inches of space between them.”
8VAC20-780-210-A
“Program leaders shall have fulfilled a high school program completion. All staff records reviewed were program leaders that did not have documentation of a high school program completion.”
8VAC20-780-245-A
“Caregivers shall complete a minimum of 16 hours of training annually, appropriate to the age of children in care. Staff #4 did not obtain the required hours in 2023.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #2 screening was dated July 14, 2021, and Staff #3?s was dated November 22, 2021. Both staff were present and working at the center.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“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 is required. A child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a written care plan in their file.”
8VAC20-780-245-A
“Caregivers shall complete a minimum of 16 hours of training annually, appropriate to the age of children in care. Staff #4 did not obtain the required hours in 2023.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #2 screening was dated July 14, 2021, and Staff #3?s was dated November 22, 2021. Both staff were present and working at the center.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“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 is required. A child with a diagnosed food allergy did not have a written care plan in their file.”
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that all employees shall undergo a background check every five years thereafter. Evidence: 1. In reviewing staff records, 2 of 4 staff records had expired background checks. a. Staff #1 expired on August 29, 2018. b. Staff #2 expired on September 12, 2018. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2, the owners, confirmed their criminal background checks are expired.”
22.1-289.035-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that all employees shall undergo a background check every five years thereafter. Evidence: 1. In reviewing staff records, 2 of 4 staff records had expired background checks. a. Staff #1 expired on August 29, 2018. b. Staff #2 expired on September 12, 2018. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2, the owners, confirmed their criminal background checks are expired.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that 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. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (hire date of 06/01/2023) has a tuberculosis screening dated for June 13, 2022, which is outside of the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that they did not have a recent tuberculosis screening this year of 2023. 3. Staff #3, owner, confirmed that there was no recent tuberculosis screening completed for Staff #1 within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that staff complete a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 (date of hire 8/24/22) did not have results of the Virginia Central Registry and no follow up call to obtain the results were conducted. 2. Staff #3 confirmed that there were no results for Staff #2?s Virginia Central Registry result.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. Evidence: 1. In the infant room, the diaper changing pad had tears to the waterproof lining making it a nonabsorbent surface. 2. The children’s bathroom diaper changing pad, has tears to the waterproof lining making it a nonabsorbent surface. 3. Infant staff confirmed that there were tears to the diaper changing pads.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that for each group of children, they maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. There are no daily attendance written records in each group of children’s classrooms. 2. All 4 classroom teachers and assistances confirmed that they did not have a daily written attendance record in their classroom. 3. Staff #1 and Staff #2, owners of the center, confirmed that there are no daily attendance records in each group of the children’s classroom.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the staff-to-children ratios for the ages of 16 months up to 24 months is one staff to five children. Evidence: 1. At 9am, in the toddler room which is the age range of 16 months to 24 months, there was one staff member for six children which is outside of the required ratio of 1:5 (staff:children). 2. Staff #1 confirmed that there was one staff for six children with the age range of 16 months to 24 months. Staff #1 confirmed the classroom was out of ratio.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that they maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence. The record shall include the following any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury. Evidence: 1. The incident report written on March 2, 2023, did not have documented on the form of the future action to prevent recurrences of the injury. 2. Staff #2 confirmed that the future action to prevent recurrences of the injury were not written in the incident report date March 2, 2023.”
8VAC20-780-80-B-2
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that attendance records reports be filed and maintained shall inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurs while the child is under the supervision of the center and requires outside medical attention. Evidence: 1. The incident report dated, March 2, 2023, stated that the mother took the child to the emergency room based on the injury observed on their child. 2 Staff #2 confirmed that they were aware that the child’s mother took the child to the emergency and did not inform the department’s representative of the injury to the child that occurred while the child was under the supervision of the center.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the areas and equipment of the center be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the infant room, 5 of the 8 cribs observed had crib sheets that were too loose and not fitted to the mattress. This poses as a suffocation hazard to the infants in care. 2. In the playground, the plastic climbing apparatus had steps that were broken and cracked. This poses as an injury and pinching hazard to the children in care. 3. Throughout the building inside and outside, there were areas of peeling paint at the height level of the children in care. The peeled paint was observed on the floor in reach of children. 4. Throughout the building, there are carpet areas that have carpet tearing and shredding which poses as a tripping hazard to children.”
8VAC20-780-80-A
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that for each group of children, they maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. There are no daily attendance written records in each group of children’s classrooms. 2. All 4 classroom teachers and assistances confirmed that they did not have a daily written attendance record in their classroom. 3. Staff #1 and Staff #2, owners of the center, confirmed that there are no daily attendance records in each group of the children’s classroom.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the staff-to-children ratios for the ages of 16 months up to 24 months is one staff to five children. Evidence: 1. At 9am, in the toddler room which is the age range of 16 months to 24 months, there was one staff member for six children which is outside of the required ratio of 1:5 (staff:children). 2. Staff #1 confirmed that there was one staff for six children with the age range of 16 months to 24 months. Staff #1 confirmed the classroom was out of ratio.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that they maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries in which entries are made the day of occurrence. The record shall include the following any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury. Evidence: 1. The incident report written on March 2, 2023, did not have documented on the form of the future action to prevent recurrences of the injury. 2. Staff #2 confirmed that the future action to prevent recurrences of the injury were not written in the incident report date March 2, 2023.”
8VAC20-780-80-B-2
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that attendance records reports be filed and maintained shall inform the department's representative as soon as practicable, but not to exceed two business days, of any injury to a child that occurs while the child is under the supervision of the center and requires outside medical attention. Evidence: 1. The incident report dated, March 2, 2023, stated that the mother took the child to the emergency room based on the injury observed on their child. 2 Staff #2 confirmed that they were aware that the child’s mother took the child to the emergency and did not inform the department’s representative of the injury to the child that occurred while the child was under the supervision of the center.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the areas and equipment of the center be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the infant room, 5 of the 8 cribs observed had crib sheets that were too loose and not fitted to the mattress. This poses as a suffocation hazard to the infants in care. 2. In the playground, the plastic climbing apparatus had steps that were broken and cracked. This poses as an injury and pinching hazard to the children in care. 3. Throughout the building inside and outside, there were areas of peeling paint at the height level of the children in care. The peeled paint was observed on the floor in reach of children. 4. Throughout the building, there are carpet areas that have carpet tearing and shredding which poses as a tripping hazard to children.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the finding of the most recent inspection of the facility was posted on the premises of the facility. Evidence: 1. The last inspection from May 12, 2022, was not posted on the premises of the facility. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the last inspection was not posted on the premises of the facility.”
8VAC20-780-550-I
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a 911 or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center be posted in a visible place at each telephone. Evidence: 1. There is no visible posting of 911, poison control, fire and emergency medical services at the front desk telephone. 2. Staff #2 confirmed there is no posting by the front desk telephone.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that at least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate to the age of the children in care from an organization such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 and Staff #2 both have expired First Aid and CPR certificates with the expiration date of 10/24/2022. 2. Staff #6 has an expired First Aid and CPR certificate with the expiration date of November 2021. 3. Staff #2 confirmed that not all staff members are fully trained and have their First Aid and CPR certificate.”
8VAC20-780-410-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that actions or threats thereof are forbidden where children are enclosure in a small confined space or any space that a child cannot freely exit himself. Evidence: 1. The licensing inspector observed six children in a classroom that were strapped in their own separate feeding chairs in which the children could not freely exit themselves. There was no food or activity on the feeding chairs. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2 confirmed strapping the children in their own feeding chair as this helps contain the children in one room prior to other staff coming for their shift.”
8VAC20-780-350-C
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the staff-to-children ratio and group size applicable to the youngest child in the group shall apply to the entire group. Evidence: 1. Licensing inspector observed 18 children, from the ages 16 months to 3 years old, to one staff member during an unannounced visit to the center. The ratio requirements would be one staff member to five children based on the age range. 2. Staff #1 , owner of the center, confirmed that the ratio requirements during the morning hours are not met and are challenging approximately once or twice a week.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that Staff-to-children ratio requirements are implemented when children are in care. Evidence: 1. During the morning part of the inspection, the infant room, from the age of birth to 16 months, ratio was one staff member to six infants where the ratio requirements are one staff member to four infant children. 2. Towards the latter part of the inspection, the infant room, from the age of birth to 16 months, was observed again approximately an hour and a half later and the ratio in the room was two staff members to nine infants. The ratio requirements are one staff to four children for the infant room. 3. Staff #1 and Staff#2, owners of the center, confirmed that ratio requirements during the morning hours are not met once or twice a week.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“During record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent to initial licensure that an annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: 1) There is no record or documentation of an annual health inspection for the past 12 months. The last know date of the health inspection is from the initial inspection with the date of 6/15/2018. 2) Staff #2 confirmed no inspection was conducted the past 12 months.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff shall be evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician’s designee, or an official of the local health department. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (date of hire 9/08/2022) does not have a TB screening statement in their record. 2. Staff #4 (date of hire 9/12/2022) has a TB screening statement in their record dated, 10/21/22, which is after the required timeframe. 3. Staff #5 (date of hire 7/28/22) has a TB screening statement in their record dated, 7/16/2021, which was not completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. 4. Staff #2 confirmed that Staff #3 does not have a TB screening completed prior to coming in contact with children and that Staff #4 has a TB screening statement after the date of hire. Staff #2 confirmed Staff #3 has a TB screening prior to the required timeframe of 30 days prior of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that staff records shall have documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (date of hire 09/08/2022) did not have documentation of two reference checks in their record. 2. Staff #2 confirmed that there were no references checks documented to the record for Staff #3.”
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. Staff #5 (date of hire 7/28/22) does not have the Virginia Preservice Training completed. 2. Staff #2 confirmed Staff #5 does not have their Virginia Preservice Training completed.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval that staff have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #5, (date of hire: 7/28/2022) does not have a CPR certification. 2. Staff #1 confirmed Staff #5 does not have a current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the finding of the most recent inspection of the facility was posted on the premises of the facility. Evidence: 1. The last inspection from May 12, 2022, was not posted on the premises of the facility. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the last inspection was not posted on the premises of the facility.”
8VAC20-780-550-I
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a 911 or local dial number for police, fire and emergency medical services and the number of the regional poison control center be posted in a visible place at each telephone. Evidence: 1. There is no visible posting of 911, poison control, fire and emergency medical services at the front desk telephone. 2. Staff #2 confirmed there is no posting by the front desk telephone.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that at least one staff in each classroom or area where children are present have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate to the age of the children in care from an organization such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 and Staff #2 both have expired First Aid and CPR certificates with the expiration date of 10/24/2022. 2. Staff #6 has an expired First Aid and CPR certificate with the expiration date of November 2021. 3. Staff #2 confirmed that not all staff members are fully trained and have their First Aid and CPR certificate.”
8VAC20-780-410-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that actions or threats thereof are forbidden where children are enclosure in a small confined space or any space that a child cannot freely exit himself. Evidence: 1. The licensing inspector observed six children in a classroom that were strapped in their own separate feeding chairs in which the children could not freely exit themselves. There was no food or activity on the feeding chairs. 2. Staff #1 and Staff #2 confirmed strapping the children in their own feeding chair as this helps contain the children in one room prior to other staff coming for their shift.”
8VAC20-780-350-C
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the staff-to-children ratio and group size applicable to the youngest child in the group shall apply to the entire group. Evidence: 1. Licensing inspector observed 18 children, from the ages 16 months to 3 years old, to one staff member during an unannounced visit to the center. The ratio requirements would be one staff member to five children based on the age range. 2. Staff #1 , owner of the center, confirmed that the ratio requirements during the morning hours are not met and are challenging approximately once or twice a week.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that Staff-to-children ratio requirements are implemented when children are in care. Evidence: 1. During the morning part of the inspection, the infant room, from the age of birth to 16 months, ratio was one staff member to six infants where the ratio requirements are one staff member to four infant children. 2. Towards the latter part of the inspection, the infant room, from the age of birth to 16 months, was observed again approximately an hour and a half later and the ratio in the room was two staff members to nine infants. The ratio requirements are one staff to four children for the infant room. 3. Staff #1 and Staff#2, owners of the center, confirmed that ratio requirements during the morning hours are not met once or twice a week.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“During record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent to initial licensure that an annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: 1) There is no record or documentation of an annual health inspection for the past 12 months. The last know date of the health inspection is from the initial inspection with the date of 6/15/2018. 2) Staff #2 confirmed no inspection was conducted the past 12 months.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that staff shall be evaluated by a health professional and be issued a statement that the individual is determined to be free of communicable tuberculosis (TB). Documentation of the screening shall be submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children. The documentation shall have been completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment and be signed by a physician, physician’s designee, or an official of the local health department. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (date of hire 9/08/2022) does not have a TB screening statement in their record. 2. Staff #4 (date of hire 9/12/2022) has a TB screening statement in their record dated, 10/21/22, which is after the required timeframe. 3. Staff #5 (date of hire 7/28/22) has a TB screening statement in their record dated, 7/16/2021, which was not completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. 4. Staff #2 confirmed that Staff #3 does not have a TB screening completed prior to coming in contact with children and that Staff #4 has a TB screening statement after the date of hire. Staff #2 confirmed Staff #3 has a TB screening prior to the required timeframe of 30 days prior of the date of employment.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that staff records shall have documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment or volunteering. Evidence: 1. Staff #3 (date of hire 09/08/2022) did not have documentation of two reference checks in their record. 2. Staff #2 confirmed that there were no references checks documented to the record for Staff #3.”
8VAC20-790-600-B
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that within the first 90 days of employment or subsidy vendor approval all staff who work directly with children shall complete Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care Staff. Evidence: 1. Staff #5 (date of hire 7/28/22) does not have the Virginia Preservice Training completed. 2. Staff #2 confirmed Staff #5 does not have their Virginia Preservice Training completed.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the vendor did not ensure that within 90 days of the date of employment or 90 days from subsidy vendor approval that staff have a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #5, (date of hire: 7/28/2022) does not have a CPR certification. 2. Staff #1 confirmed Staff #5 does not have a current CPR certification.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“During record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent to initial licensure that an annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: 1) There is no record or documentation of an annual health inspection for the past year. 2) The center’s director, Staff #1, confirmed no inspection was conducted the past year.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“During interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: 1) The center’s director, Staff #1, stated that the center did not implement a monthly practice drill, this year of 2022. The last fire drill was conducted December 2021.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“During observation, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the children's hands were washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before eating meals. Evidence: 1) The seven children in the two year old classroom were observed in play time and transitioned to lunch during the time of the inspection. The children did not wash their hands prior to eating their lunch. 2) Staff # 2 confirmed that the children’s hands were not washed before eating lunch.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“During observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the Staff-to-children ratio and group size requirements were in compliance. Evidence: 1) The infant room had five children under the age of 16 months old, with one staff member to supervise. The youngest child in the infant room was six months old. 2) Staff #3 confirmed they are aware that the ratio for an infant room is one staff member for every four children. Staff #3 acknowledged the infant room was not within Staff-to-children ratio and group size requirements.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“During observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were locked in a place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1) The infant room has an unlocked bottle of disinfectant cleaner beside the sink. There are five infants currently in care. 2) The one year old room with five children in care has an aerosol disinfectant spray can that on the label had a precautionary statement, ?Hazards to Humans,? that is unlocked on a shelf accessible to children. 3) The two year old room with seven children in care has an aerosol spray can of disinfectant and a bottle of disinfectant wipes in a cabinet that is unlocked. 4) The preschool room with seven children currently in care has two unlocked bottles of disinfectant wipes on the shelf in reach of children. 5) Staff #1 confirmed that the above cleaning solution all contained a hazardous cleaning material and that they were not appropriately stored and locked.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“During record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent to initial licensure that an annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: 1) There is no record or documentation of an annual health inspection for the past year. 2) The center’s director, Staff #1, confirmed no inspection was conducted the past year.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“During interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: 1) The center’s director, Staff #1, stated that the center did not implement a monthly practice drill, this year of 2022. The last fire drill was conducted December 2021.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“During observation, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the children's hands were washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before eating meals. Evidence: 1) The seven children in the two year old classroom were observed in play time and transitioned to lunch during the time of the inspection. The children did not wash their hands prior to eating their lunch. 2) Staff # 2 confirmed that the children’s hands were not washed before eating lunch.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“During observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the Staff-to-children ratio and group size requirements were in compliance. Evidence: 1) The infant room had five children under the age of 16 months old, with one staff member to supervise. The youngest child in the infant room was six months old. 2) Staff #3 confirmed they are aware that the ratio for an infant room is one staff member for every four children. Staff #3 acknowledged the infant room was not within Staff-to-children ratio and group size requirements.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“During observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were locked in a place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1) The infant room has an unlocked bottle of disinfectant cleaner beside the sink. There are five infants currently in care. 2) The one year old room with five children in care has an aerosol disinfectant spray can that on the label had a precautionary statement, ?Hazards to Humans,? that is unlocked on a shelf accessible to children. 3) The two year old room with seven children in care has an aerosol spray can of disinfectant and a bottle of disinfectant wipes in a cabinet that is unlocked. 4) The preschool room with seven children currently in care has two unlocked bottles of disinfectant wipes on the shelf in reach of children. 5) Staff #1 confirmed that the above cleaning solution all contained a hazardous cleaning material and that they were not appropriately stored and locked.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“During record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that subsequent to initial licensure that an annual approval from the health department was provided. Evidence: 1) There is no record or documentation of an annual health inspection for the past year. 2) The center’s director, Staff #1, confirmed no inspection was conducted the past year.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“During interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that they implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: 1) The center’s director, Staff #1, stated that the center did not implement a monthly practice drill, this year of 2022. The last fire drill was conducted December 2021.”
8VAC20-780-500-A
“During observation, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the children's hands were washed with soap and running water or disposable wipes before eating meals. Evidence: 1) The seven children in the two year old classroom were observed in play time and transitioned to lunch during the time of the inspection. The children did not wash their hands prior to eating their lunch. 2) Staff # 2 confirmed that the children’s hands were not washed before eating lunch.”
8VAC20-780-350-B-1
“During observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that the Staff-to-children ratio and group size requirements were in compliance. Evidence: 1) The infant room had five children under the age of 16 months old, with one staff member to supervise. The youngest child in the infant room was six months old. 2) Staff #3 confirmed they are aware that the ratio for an infant room is one staff member for every four children. Staff #3 acknowledged the infant room was not within Staff-to-children ratio and group size requirements.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“During observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were locked in a place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1) The infant room has an unlocked bottle of disinfectant cleaner beside the sink. There are five infants currently in care. 2) The one year old room with five children in care has an aerosol disinfectant spray can that on the label had a precautionary statement, ?Hazards to Humans,? that is unlocked on a shelf accessible to children. 3) The two year old room with seven children in care has an aerosol spray can of disinfectant and a bottle of disinfectant wipes in a cabinet that is unlocked. 4) The preschool room with seven children currently in care has two unlocked bottles of disinfectant wipes on the shelf in reach of children. 5) Staff #1 confirmed that the above cleaning solution all contained a hazardous cleaning material and that they were not appropriately stored and locked.”
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Norfolk, VA 23502 · infants to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
6646 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA
Norfolk, VA 23502 · toddlers to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
6644 E Virginia Beach Blvd, Norfolk, VA
Norfolk, VA 23502 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Norfolk, VA 23502 · toddlers to preschool · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Norfolk, VA 23502 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
931 Glenrock Road, Norfolk, VA
Norfolk, VA 23502 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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 January 21, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 18 rules across 10 of 10 visits in the last 3 years. For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
41, 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 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (757) 916-8042 to ask.
(757) 916-8042.
5685 East Virginia Beach Boulevard, Norfolk, VA 23502. The nearest other daycare we list is Smiling Faces Learning Academy, 0.5 miles away.