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Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center

4540 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA 224073.7· 25 reviews
licensed capacity
145
open each week
5 days

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About Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center

Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Fredericksburg, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 145 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 17 visits in the last 3 years and cited 46 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolAccepts child care subsidyOpens before 7 AM

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

From the state license. Ages it lists: 6 weeks to age 12
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
145 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 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
SundayTodayNot listed
From the state licenseHours it lists: “6:30am - 6:00pm”

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license. It lists: 6 weeks to age 12
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, preschool and toddler care
StaffAll staff trained in First Aid and CPR; on-going training through State classes, orientation videos, in-house training
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity145 childrenFrom the state license
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Inspection reports for Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
145 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1107531
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Summary

17 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 24, 2026: 6 rules cited

Rules cited on 14 of 17 visits · 46 rules in all

  • Health, medication and illness 18
  • Background checks 8
  • Records and paperwork 5
  • Safety and hazards 3
  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Building, equipment and play areas 3
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Safe sleep 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Other rules 2

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 24, 2026Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee's first day of employment. The central registry search for Staff #5 was requested three days late. The staff had been employed for seven days.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “(Repeat Violation) 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. During the inspection on 06/24/26, there were seven children present in the Infant classroom, but only six children signed into the written record of daily attendance for the group.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “The Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course shall be completed within 90 calendar days of employment. Staff #3, who has been employed for 117 days, has not completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-G

      “Medication shall be labeled with the child's name, the name of the medication, the dosage amount, and the time or times to be given. A prescription medication for Child #9 was observed on-site. The medication was not labeled with the dosage amount, and the times to be given.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “The center is required to ensure the center's own policies and procedures that are required by these standards are in compliance. The center's policy on methods to prevent use of outdated medication state: "Once medication expires our center will return all outdated medication back to the parents/guardians." During the inspection, a prescription medication belonging to Child #7 was on-site. The medication expired 18 months ago.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. The repeat TB for Staff #4 was over a month late.”
  2. Dec 23, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • 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. The record of Child #4 (21-month-old), who has been enrolled for 19 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations in the past 11 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “(Repeat Violation) Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the Twos classroom, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. The second reference in the record of Staff #2, who has been employed for over two months, was completed the day after the staff started employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The TB in the record of Staff #5, who has been employed for over eight months, was completed a day after the staff started employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-1

      “The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who has been employed for over two months, could not be located. Staff #3 was observed working with children during the inspection.”
    • 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 prior to employment. The out-of-state sex offender registry searche for Staff #2, who has been employed for over two months, has not been requested.”
  3. Dec 23, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
    • 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. The record of Child #4 (21-month-old), who has been enrolled for 19 months, did not have documentation of additional immunizations in the past 11 months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “(Repeat Violation) Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the Twos classroom, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Documentation of at least 2 references to character, reputation, and competency are to be checked prior to employment. The second reference in the record of Staff #2, who has been employed for over two months, was completed the day after the staff started employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The TB in the record of Staff #5, who has been employed for over eight months, was completed a day after the staff started employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-1

      “The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee's first day of employment. The sworn statement for Staff #3, who has been employed for over two months, could not be located. Staff #3 was observed working with children during the inspection.”
    • 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 prior to employment. The out-of-state sex offender registry searche for Staff #2, who has been employed for over two months, has not been requested.”
  4. Jul 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Jun 12, 2025Visit4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. The annual health and safety update course for Staff #7, who works directly with children and has been employed for over two years, is overdue by three months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the Twos classroom, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • 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. During the inspection on 06/12/25, there were 16 children present in the twos classroom, but only 11 children were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group. In the preschool classroom, 15 children were present, but only 14 were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The most recent TB in the record of Staff #2 was dated more than one month after their first day of employment. A previous TB in the file expired four months prior to the first day of employment.”
  6. Jun 12, 2025Visit4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. The annual health and safety update course for Staff #7, who works directly with children and has been employed for over two years, is overdue by three months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the Twos classroom, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • 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. During the inspection on 06/12/25, there were 16 children present in the twos classroom, but only 11 children were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group. In the preschool classroom, 15 children were present, but only 14 were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The most recent TB in the record of Staff #2 was dated more than one month after their first day of employment. A previous TB in the file expired four months prior to the first day of employment.”
  7. Jun 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. The annual health and safety update course for Staff #7, who works directly with children and has been employed for over two years, is overdue by three months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the Twos classroom, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • 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. During the inspection on 06/12/25, there were 16 children present in the twos classroom, but only 11 children were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group. In the preschool classroom, 15 children were present, but only 14 were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The most recent TB in the record of Staff #2 was dated more than one month after their first day of employment. A previous TB in the file expired four months prior to the first day of employment.”
  8. Jun 12, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-F

      “Staff who work directly with children shall complete the department's health and safety update course annually. The annual health and safety update course for Staff #7, who works directly with children and has been employed for over two years, is overdue by three months.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. In the Twos classroom, cleaning materials were observed in an unlocked cabinet in the bathroom.”
    • 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. During the inspection on 06/12/25, there were 16 children present in the twos classroom, but only 11 children were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group. In the preschool classroom, 15 children were present, but only 14 were singed into the written record of daily attendance for the group.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Each staff member and individual from an independent contractor shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. The most recent TB in the record of Staff #2 was dated more than one month after their first day of employment. A previous TB in the file expired four months prior to the first day of employment.”
  9. Dec 12, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #1, employed for more than seven months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state and no documentation of requesting a central registry check or criminal history check from a different state.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “The center is to maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries that contains all of the required information. Two injury reports reviewed were missing any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-F

      “Medication authorizations shall be available to staff during the entire time it is effective. A prescription medication was observed on-site for Child #6 and a prescription medication was observed on-site for Child #7, but no written parental authorization was present for these medications.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The TB in the record of Staff #2 was dated three months prior to the date of employment and the TB in the record of Staff #5 was dated two months prior to the date of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “(Repeat Violation) 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 #5, who has been attending for more than two months, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “For staff hired before July 1, 2024, the center must obtain the results of a central registry search within 30 days of employment. The central registry search in the record of Staff #1 was obtained more than 90 days after the date of employment.”
  10. Dec 12, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “(Repeat Violation) The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #1, employed for more than seven months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state and no documentation of requesting a central registry check or criminal history check from a different state.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-550-P

      “The center is to maintain a written record of children's serious and minor injuries that contains all of the required information. Two injury reports reviewed were missing any future action to prevent recurrence of the injury.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-F

      “Medication authorizations shall be available to staff during the entire time it is effective. A prescription medication was observed on-site for Child #6 and a prescription medication was observed on-site for Child #7, but no written parental authorization was present for these medications.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) screening must be submitted at the time of employment, before coming into contact with children, and shall have been completed within the last 30 days of the date of employment. The TB in the record of Staff #2 was dated three months prior to the date of employment and the TB in the record of Staff #5 was dated two months prior to the date of employment.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “(Repeat Violation) 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 #5, who has been attending for more than two months, did not have documentation of an immunization record on file.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “For staff hired before July 1, 2024, the center must obtain the results of a central registry search within 30 days of employment. The central registry search in the record of Staff #1 was obtained more than 90 days after the date of employment.”
Show 16 earlier visits
  1. Aug 27, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Jul 30, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jun 24, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of five staff records, the facility failed to obtain an updated Sworn Statement every 5 years, as required, for all staff. Evidence: the record for staff #5 had a sworn statement dated: 5/31/2016.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that protective belts were not used for infant seats. Evidence: A table was observed in the toddler room that had eight bucket seats on the table. The protective belts were not observed in five of the eight bucket seats.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-1

      “Based on observation, the facility did not maintain the staff-to-children ratio of one staff for every four children birth to 16 months of age. Evidence: there were nine infants and two staff in the infant room, after one staff left the room to enter the adjoining bathroom. When the bathroom door closed, the staff did not have sight/sound supervision of the infants, therefore is not counted in the ratio.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-A

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined that not all children were provided with a crib. Evidence: Six infants were observed in the infant room that were under 12 months of age. Four cribs were observed in the infant room. Two children in attendance, and one child not in attendance do not have a designated crib assigned to them and staff stated that they sleep in swings/bouncy chairs.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of five staff records, it was determined that not all staff had documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/screening completed within 30 days of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #2 (date of hire: 5/9/2024) had a TB test/screening dated: 2/28/2024.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on review of five staff records, it was determined that no out of state child abuse and neglect search was requested within 30 days of hire, and no out of state criminal history name check was conducted prior to hire, for all staff who stated they have lived outside of Virginia in the past five years. Evidence: the record for staff #4, (Date of hire: 3/27/2023), who indicated that they have lived out of the state of Virginia in the past five years, had no documentation of an out of state central registry search request or an out of state criminal history name check.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that handwashing procedures are followed as required. Evidence: 1) In the infant room, two infants were observed eating in a high chair, and their hands were not washed afterwards. Two other infants were observed being fed a bottle, and their hands were not washed before or afterwards. 2) In the infant room, a child was observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed afterwards. 3) Staff in the infant room did not wash their hands before and after completing a diaper change, before feeding a child a bottle, or before preparing bottles.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on observation, the facility did not ensure all areas of the center, inside and out, were maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1) In the infant classroom, there was one crib with a loose fitting sheet. Loose crib sheets are a suffocation hazard and increase the risk of sudden unexplained infant death. 2) On the playground, there was a rock climbing wall with missing screws, protruding screws, cracked and deteriorating splintered wood and a wood plank coming loose. 3) On the playground, the surrounding fence had multiple broken pickets, one that caused a gap in the fence where a child could potentially fit through. Staff stated that it has been broken, with the gap, for approximately one week.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of five staff records, it was determined that not all staff had documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/screening completed at least every two years from the date of the initial test or screening. Evidence: the record for staff #3 had a negative TB test/screening dated: 6/23/2021. The record for staff #5 had a negative TB test/screening dated: 2/21/2022.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “Based on observation, review of documentation and interview, the facility failed to ensure their operational responsibilities adhered to the standards and terms of the current license. Evidence: children and staff were observed in a part of the building that was not licensed for child care. The facility did not have an occupancy permit or fire inspection indicating that the new space was safe, and the space was not measured for capacity by the licensing inspector.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and staff interview, not all diapering procedures were followed, as required. Evidence: 1) In the two year old classroom, not all children younger than three years are diapered on a changing table or countertop designated for changing. Staff stated that the children (all age two) have their diapers/pullups changed while they are standing up in the bathroom. 2) In the infant classroom, staff were observed during a diaper change and they failed to clean and sanitize the diapering surface afterwards.”
  4. Jun 24, 2024Inspection11 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of five staff records, the facility failed to obtain an updated Sworn Statement every 5 years, as required, for all staff. Evidence: the record for staff #5 had a sworn statement dated: 5/31/2016.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-570-A

      “Based on observation of the toddler room it was determined that protective belts were not used for infant seats. Evidence: A table was observed in the toddler room that had eight bucket seats on the table. The protective belts were not observed in five of the eight bucket seats.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-1

      “Based on observation, the facility did not maintain the staff-to-children ratio of one staff for every four children birth to 16 months of age. Evidence: there were nine infants and two staff in the infant room, after one staff left the room to enter the adjoining bathroom. When the bathroom door closed, the staff did not have sight/sound supervision of the infants, therefore is not counted in the ratio.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-440-A

      “Based on observation and interview it was determined that not all children were provided with a crib. Evidence: Six infants were observed in the infant room that were under 12 months of age. Four cribs were observed in the infant room. Two children in attendance, and one child not in attendance do not have a designated crib assigned to them and staff stated that they sleep in swings/bouncy chairs.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-A

      “Based on review of five staff records, it was determined that not all staff had documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/screening completed within 30 days of employment. Evidence: the record for staff #2 (date of hire: 5/9/2024) had a TB test/screening dated: 2/28/2024.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on review of five staff records, it was determined that no out of state child abuse and neglect search was requested within 30 days of hire, and no out of state criminal history name check was conducted prior to hire, for all staff who stated they have lived outside of Virginia in the past five years. Evidence: the record for staff #4, (Date of hire: 3/27/2023), who indicated that they have lived out of the state of Virginia in the past five years, had no documentation of an out of state central registry search request or an out of state criminal history name check.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that handwashing procedures are followed as required. Evidence: 1) In the infant room, two infants were observed eating in a high chair, and their hands were not washed afterwards. Two other infants were observed being fed a bottle, and their hands were not washed before or afterwards. 2) In the infant room, a child was observed during a diaper change and their hands were not washed afterwards. 3) Staff in the infant room did not wash their hands before and after completing a diaper change, before feeding a child a bottle, or before preparing bottles.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on observation, the facility did not ensure all areas of the center, inside and out, were maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1) In the infant classroom, there was one crib with a loose fitting sheet. Loose crib sheets are a suffocation hazard and increase the risk of sudden unexplained infant death. 2) On the playground, there was a rock climbing wall with missing screws, protruding screws, cracked and deteriorating splintered wood and a wood plank coming loose. 3) On the playground, the surrounding fence had multiple broken pickets, one that caused a gap in the fence where a child could potentially fit through. Staff stated that it has been broken, with the gap, for approximately one week.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “(Repeat Violation) Based on review of five staff records, it was determined that not all staff had documentation of a negative tuberculosis (TB) test/screening completed at least every two years from the date of the initial test or screening. Evidence: the record for staff #3 had a negative TB test/screening dated: 6/23/2021. The record for staff #5 had a negative TB test/screening dated: 2/21/2022.”
    • Other rules

      8VAC20-780-40-E

      “Based on observation, review of documentation and interview, the facility failed to ensure their operational responsibilities adhered to the standards and terms of the current license. Evidence: children and staff were observed in a part of the building that was not licensed for child care. The facility did not have an occupancy permit or fire inspection indicating that the new space was safe, and the space was not measured for capacity by the licensing inspector.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and staff interview, not all diapering procedures were followed, as required. Evidence: 1) In the two year old classroom, not all children younger than three years are diapered on a changing table or countertop designated for changing. Staff stated that the children (all age two) have their diapers/pullups changed while they are standing up in the bathroom. 2) In the infant classroom, staff were observed during a diaper change and they failed to clean and sanitize the diapering surface afterwards.”
  5. Feb 21, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to maintain a current written list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions as required. Evidence: the allergy list was dated: 8/17/2023, and did not include all children with allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. The allergy list in the school-age classroom was posted outside of the class, and not kept confidential.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that children wash their hands as required. Evidence: In the school-age classroom, children didn?t wash their hands after eating snack.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, not all records contained all required information. Evidence: the records for child #2 and child #3, with diagnosed food allergies, did not contain a written care plan that included instructions from a physician regarding the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on review of documentation, and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: there was no attendance record in the school age classroom, and ten children observed in the classroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, it was determined that not all areas inside the center were maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: In the infant classroom, there were three cribs with loose fitting sheets. Loose crib sheets are a suffocation hazard and increase the risk of sudden unexplained infant death.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the facility did not obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: the record for child #4 (start date: 10/19/2023) did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on record review, the facility failed to obtain an updated Sworn Statement or repeat Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search results every 5 years, as required, for all staff. Evidence: the record for staff #2 had Central Registry Search results dated: 7/30/2018 and a sworn statement dated: 7/13/2018.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, the facility did not obtain documentation of a physical examination within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: the record for child #3 (start date: 5/16/2022) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that resilient surfacing is under all climbing apparatus and playground equipment with moving parts. Evidence: there was less than 2? of resilient surfacing under and around the playground equipment. The bicycle ring did not have a fall zone of 6 feet with resilient surfacing.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, not all staff had documentation of a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test/screening at least every two years from the date of the initial test/screening. Evidence: The record for staff #2 had documentation of a negative TB test/screening dated: 6/23/2021.”
  6. Feb 21, 2024Inspection10 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-40-M

      “Based on review of documentation, the facility failed to maintain a current written list of children’s allergies, sensitivities and dietary restrictions as required. Evidence: the allergy list was dated: 8/17/2023, and did not include all children with allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions. The allergy list in the school-age classroom was posted outside of the class, and not kept confidential.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-A

      “Based on observation, the facility failed to ensure that children wash their hands as required. Evidence: In the school-age classroom, children didn?t wash their hands after eating snack.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, not all records contained all required information. Evidence: the records for child #2 and child #3, with diagnosed food allergies, did not contain a written care plan that included instructions from a physician regarding the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-80-A

      “Based on review of documentation, and staff interview, the facility failed to maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: there was no attendance record in the school age classroom, and ten children observed in the classroom.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, it was determined that not all areas inside the center were maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: In the infant classroom, there were three cribs with loose fitting sheets. Loose crib sheets are a suffocation hazard and increase the risk of sudden unexplained infant death.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the facility did not obtain documentation that each child has received immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: the record for child #4 (start date: 10/19/2023) did not contain documentation of immunizations.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on record review, the facility failed to obtain an updated Sworn Statement or repeat Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search results every 5 years, as required, for all staff. Evidence: the record for staff #2 had Central Registry Search results dated: 7/30/2018 and a sworn statement dated: 7/13/2018.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, the facility did not obtain documentation of a physical examination within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: the record for child #3 (start date: 5/16/2022) did not contain documentation of a physical examination.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation, the facility did not ensure that resilient surfacing is under all climbing apparatus and playground equipment with moving parts. Evidence: there was less than 2? of resilient surfacing under and around the playground equipment. The bicycle ring did not have a fall zone of 6 feet with resilient surfacing.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-160-C

      “Based on record review, not all staff had documentation of a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test/screening at least every two years from the date of the initial test/screening. Evidence: The record for staff #2 had documentation of a negative TB test/screening dated: 6/23/2021.”
  7. Jan 19, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-400-B Complaint related: Yes

      “Based on interviews and a review of a video recording, it was determined that staff did not use behavioral guidance intended to redirect children to appropriate behavior. Evidence: In the school age classroom, on 12/21/2023, staff #1 did not intervene to stop two children who were engaged in inappropriate behavior for approximately 20-25 minutes.”
    • Supervision and ratios

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

      “Based on multiple interviews, documentation, and a review of a video recording, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure the children's care, protection, and guidance. Evidence: 1) Between approximately 4:30-5:00pm on 12/21/2023, in the school age classroom, staff #1 was observed sitting at a desk scrolling on their phone while child #1 (age 8) and child #2 (age 10) were inappropriately touching each other. 2) The children were observed on the rug laying close to each other, and moving, while under their coats and a blanket for approximately 20-25 minutes. 3) When staff #1 finally intervened, both children were observed to have their pants down. 4) Staff stated that they intervened as soon as they realized there was inappropriate behavior.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: No

      “Based on review of a video recording, and observation of the classroom, it was determined that the facility failed to ensure that children under ten years of age are always within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. Evidence: 1) Between approximately 4:00-5:00pm on 12/21/2023, staff #1 was observed walking in and out of the school age classroom three different times, leaving children out of sight and sound supervision for approximately 15-30 seconds each time. 2) Staff #1 was observed walking around the classroom cleaning, and in the book shelf/cubby area in the back corner of the room two different times, leaving children on the carpet without sight supervision for approximately one to two minutes each time. 3) When staff #1 discovered the actions of child #1 and child #2 on the carpet, they took the children to the front office leaving the other 14 children alone in the classroom and out of sight and sound supervision of staff for approximately one minute. The youngest child present was five years old.”
  8. May 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure diapering surfaces shall be cleaned with soap and water and sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. In the Infant/Toddler classroom there was no soap and water available to clean the diaper changing surface between diaper changes. Staff confirmed soap and water was not available. 2.In the two year classroom there was no soap and water or sanitizing spray available to clean the diaper changing surface between diaper changes. Staff confirmed soap and water was not available.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on review of two staff records, the center did not have documentation that staff completed orientation training no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: The record for Staff #1, with a start date of 5/3/23 did not contain documentation of completed orientation training as of 5/18/23”
  9. May 18, 2023Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation and interview, the center did not ensure diapering surfaces shall be cleaned with soap and water and sanitized after each use. Evidence: 1. In the Infant/Toddler classroom there was no soap and water available to clean the diaper changing surface between diaper changes. Staff confirmed soap and water was not available. 2.In the two year classroom there was no soap and water or sanitizing spray available to clean the diaper changing surface between diaper changes. Staff confirmed soap and water was not available.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-B

      “Based on review of two staff records, the center did not have documentation that staff completed orientation training no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: The record for Staff #1, with a start date of 5/3/23 did not contain documentation of completed orientation training as of 5/18/23”
  10. Mar 1, 2023Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidance

      8VAC20-780-370-5 Complaint related: No

      “Based on staff interviews, the center did not ensure that infants were protected from older children. Evidence: On 2/27/2023 Staff #1 and Staff #2 were present with approximately five to seven children ages 6 months to 2 years old in the Infant/Toddler Classroom. At approximately 7:55am, Staff #2 left the room to assist in the front office. Staff #1 took Child #3 into the infant side of the room to complete a diaper change, leaving the gate open which separates the infant and toddler play spaces. While Staff #1 was completing Child #3?s diaper change, Child #2 (Age 2) went to the infant area and scratched Child #1?s (Age 6 Months) face leaving approximately 16 scratches on the left side of the child’s face, breaking the skin in several areas.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-1 Complaint related: No

      “Based on record review and staff interviews, the center did not ensure that the required ratio of 1 staff to 4 children for children ages birth to 16 months was maintained. Evidence: On 2/27/2023 from approximately 7:55am to 8:00am Staff #1 was present with approximately five to seven children between the ages of six months and two years old in the Infant/Toddler Classroom.”
  11. Nov 3, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #3 (Start Date: 7/31/22) did not have immunizations on file.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-E

      “Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that mattresses are covered with a waterproof material which can be cleaned and sanitized. Evidence: The crib mattress for Child #6 has tears on all four sides of the mattress exposing the foam filling and making it no longer waterproof or able to be cleaned and sanitized.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain a physical examination for each child within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #2 (Start Date: 5/13/22) and Child #4 (Start Date: 7/11/22) did not have physical examinations on file.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain the results of a Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search for all staff within 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (Date of Hire: 7/10/2022) did not have Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search results on file.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of viewing proof of age and identity for all children. Evidence: Child #1 (Start Date: 10/25/22) and Child #4 (Start Date: 7/11/22) did not have documentation that birth certificates were reviewed.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain repeat Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search results every 5 years for all staff. Evidence: Staff #2 (Date of Hire: 5/22/2014) had Virginia Central Registry results on file dated 6/14/2017.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that resilient surfacing is under all climbing apparatuses. Evidence: A freestanding slide, approximately 2 feet in height, was on top of pavement with no resilient surfacing underneath.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that areas of the center were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: The linoleum flooring outside the school age classroom is coming up and creating a gap between the other flooring throughout the rest of the hallway creating a tripping hazard.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “Based on record review, the center has not obtained an annual fire inspection. Evidence: The most recent fire inspection on file was dated 10/21/2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not ensure that all staff complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored Preservice orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (Date of Hire: 7/10/22) did not have documentation of completing Preservice Training.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (Date of Hire: 7/10/22) did not have reference checks on file.”
  12. Nov 3, 2022Inspection11 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #3 (Start Date: 7/31/22) did not have immunizations on file.”
    • Safe sleep

      8VAC20-780-450-E

      “Based on observation and staff interview, the center did not ensure that mattresses are covered with a waterproof material which can be cleaned and sanitized. Evidence: The crib mattress for Child #6 has tears on all four sides of the mattress exposing the foam filling and making it no longer waterproof or able to be cleaned and sanitized.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-140-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain a physical examination for each child within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: Child #2 (Start Date: 5/13/22) and Child #4 (Start Date: 7/11/22) did not have physical examinations on file.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain the results of a Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search for all staff within 30 days of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (Date of Hire: 7/10/2022) did not have Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search results on file.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of viewing proof of age and identity for all children. Evidence: Child #1 (Start Date: 10/25/22) and Child #4 (Start Date: 7/11/22) did not have documentation that birth certificates were reviewed.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain repeat Virginia Child Abuse and Neglect Central Registry search results every 5 years for all staff. Evidence: Staff #2 (Date of Hire: 5/22/2014) had Virginia Central Registry results on file dated 6/14/2017.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-330-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that resilient surfacing is under all climbing apparatuses. Evidence: A freestanding slide, approximately 2 feet in height, was on top of pavement with no resilient surfacing underneath.”
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that areas of the center were maintained in a safe condition. Evidence: The linoleum flooring outside the school age classroom is coming up and creating a gap between the other flooring throughout the rest of the hallway creating a tripping hazard.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-260-A

      “Based on record review, the center has not obtained an annual fire inspection. Evidence: The most recent fire inspection on file was dated 10/21/2021.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Based on record review, the center did not ensure that all staff complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored Preservice orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (Date of Hire: 7/10/22) did not have documentation of completing Preservice Training.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-70

      “Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (Date of Hire: 7/10/22) did not have reference checks on file.”
  13. May 18, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that areas inside the center are maintained in a clean and safe condition. Evidence: 1. In the 2's bathroom between the two toilets, the cove base has detached from the wall and was observed laying on the floor revealing chipped paint and crumbling drywall. 2. In the 3's room, a hole in the drywall approximately 6" in size was observed just above the cove base and to the left of the doorway exiting the classroom. 3. In the Preschool room, to the left when entering the classroom along the numbers wall and between the toy shelves, the cove base was observed detached from the wall revealing crumbling drywall.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing is used. Evidence: A small tear, approximately 1" in size, was observed on the changing pad in the Infants room revealing the foam filling making the surface absorbent.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Toddlers room, multiple bottles of cleaning solution and degreasing cleaners were observed in the unlocked cabinet beneath the sink in the classroom. 2. In the Toddlers unlocked bathroom, multiple bottles of bleach were observed on the floor of the bathroom. In addition, bottles of bleach and other cleaning supplies were located on shelves in the unlocked bathroom.”
  14. May 18, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that areas inside the center are maintained in a clean and safe condition. Evidence: 1. In the 2's bathroom between the two toilets, the cove base has detached from the wall and was observed laying on the floor revealing chipped paint and crumbling drywall. 2. In the 3's room, a hole in the drywall approximately 6" in size was observed just above the cove base and to the left of the doorway exiting the classroom. 3. In the Preschool room, to the left when entering the classroom along the numbers wall and between the toy shelves, the cove base was observed detached from the wall revealing crumbling drywall.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-500-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing is used. Evidence: A small tear, approximately 1" in size, was observed on the changing pad in the Infants room revealing the foam filling making the surface absorbent.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, the center did not ensure that hazardous substances, such as cleaning materials, are kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the Toddlers room, multiple bottles of cleaning solution and degreasing cleaners were observed in the unlocked cabinet beneath the sink in the classroom. 2. In the Toddlers unlocked bathroom, multiple bottles of bleach were observed on the floor of the bathroom. In addition, bottles of bleach and other cleaning supplies were located on shelves in the unlocked bathroom.”
  15. Nov 3, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  16. Nov 3, 2021InspectionNo 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 Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center licensed?

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

When was Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on June 24, 2026, with 6 rules cited. It lists 17 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 46 rules across 14 of 17 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 Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center care for?

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

Does Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center'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 Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (540) 412-0771 to ask.

What is Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center's phone number?

(540) 412-0771.

Where is Tiny Toes Creative Learning Center?

4540 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22407. The nearest other daycare we list is The Little Academy, 0.1 miles away.

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