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342 8th ST, NE, Washington, DC
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UPO @ Miner Elementary School is a licensed child care center in Washington, District of Columbia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 32 children, serving infants and toddlers.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning made 2 visits in the last 3 years and cited 14 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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| Ages | Infants and toddlersFrom the state license |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 32 childrenFrom the state license |
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UPO @ Miner Elementary School has not listed its tuition.
State record
2 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 29, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 2 visits · 14 rules in all · 12 corrected
For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16.
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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121.2
“Failure to ensure minimum adult-to-child ratios shall be met at all times, including non-peak hours, during nap or rest periods, and in vehicles during transport”
141.4
“Failure of a Licensee to ensure that positive behavior support or discipline shall not include any of the following methods of discipline and the use of any of them by the Licensee, and the staff members, is prohibited: (a) Physical harm, including but not limited to, punching, pinching, shaking, shoving, pushing, spanking, striking, kicking, biting, yanking, strangling, kneeing, poking, or plucking; (b) Fear, shaming, intimidation, or humiliation; (c) Derogatory remarks or profane language; (d) Confinement in a locked room or an enclosed area where a child cannot be seen or supervised by Facility staff; (e) Force feeding against a child’s will; (f) Withholding of food, water, rest, toilet use, outdoor activities, or outdoor play; or (g) Physical or chemical restraints.”
123.5
“Failure to provide toilet paper, soap and single-use paper towels.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
124.10
“Failure to ensure that electrical outlets have appropriate child-proof protective outlet covers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
122.18
“Failure to maintain hot and cold running water under pressure at one hundred degrees Fahrenheit (100°F).”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
144.2
“Failure to post in all food preparation, diapering, toileting areas, and other designated hand washing areas.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
145.2
“Failure to store soiled diapers and training pants in designated and labeled containers.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
124.8
“Failure to install finger-pinch protection devices.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
122.19
“Failure to ensure that the Facility’s premises remain clear of insects, rodents, and other pests.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2025
124.6
“Failure to ensure that all floors, walls, and ceilings are in good repair and easy to clean when soiled.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 20, 2026
150.4
“Failure to maintain a first aid kit that meets the requirements.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 23, 2026
123.6
“Failure to provide at least one (1) changing table for every ten (10) children.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
126.1
“Failure to provide a variety and sufficient quantities of materials, equipment, and supplies for indoor and outdoor activities.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
122.14
“Failure to ensure that waste receptacles have a hands-free opening mechanism.”
Correction date in the state record: Jan 22, 2026
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FAQ
Yes. Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists it as licensed and operating.
Office of the State Superintendent of Education, Division of Early Learning lists the most recent visit on May 29, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 2 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 14 rules across 2 of 2 visits in the last 3 years; 12 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 98% of District of Columbia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 16. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
32, the licensed capacity on the state record. It is licensed to serve infants and toddlers.
Its hours are not listed. Call (202) 445-4042 to confirm.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (202) 445-4042 to ask.
(202) 445-4042.
601 15th ST, NE, Washington, DC 20002.