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Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education

1841 Explorer Street, Reston, VA 20190
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days
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About Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education

Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education is a licensed child care center in Reston, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children, serving infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 5 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsSchool-ageAccepts child care subsidy

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

From the state license
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Type
Child care center
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
150 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
From the state license

Programs

Programs and care

AgesInfants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age childrenFrom the state license
Child care subsidyAccepts state child care subsidiesFrom the state license
Licensed capacity150 childrenFrom the state license

Cost

Tuition and costs

Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education has not listed its tuition.

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State record

Inspection reports for Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
150 children
Ages
Infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#1081652
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Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 22, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 8 of 14 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Background checks 3
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Records and paperwork 1

For comparison: 91% of Virginia daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 8.

A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.

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  1. Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Sep 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Jul 22, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-560-P

      “When a child has a diagnosed food allergy, the child shall not be served any food identified in the written allergy care plan. On July 15, 2026, at approximately 9:15 a.m., Child 1 (19 months old) was served a food identified in the child's written allergy care plan as an allergen and required staff to administer emergency medication and have Child 1 seek outside medical care.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care, protection, and guidance. 1. On July 15, 2026, at approximately 9:15 a.m., Child 1 (19 months old) was served a known allergen despite classroom staff having been provided the allergen-free substitute meal and the child's food allergies being identified on the posted allergy lists in the classroom and food preparation area. 2. At approximately 10:30 a.m., the parent of Child 1 was notified that the child had vomited. Staff did not recognize the vomiting as a symptom of allergen exposure and did not inform the parent that Child 1 had been served a known allergen. 3. At approximately 12:00 p.m., staff observed Child 1 itching. At that time, Staff 4 realized that Child 1 had been served a food containing a known allergen. 4. Staff administered Child 1's prescribed emergency medication, notified the parent of the allergen exposure, and Child 1 was transported by the parent to receive outside medical care.”
  4. Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Mar 3, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  6. Nov 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. 1. A bicycle and scooter on the playground were observed to have rusted. 2. Along the back playground fence is an area of ripped and exposed landscaping fabric above holes, presenting a tripping hazard.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-2

      “The staff-to-children ratio for children aged 16 to 24 months is 1:5. Two children aged 22 months were observed in a grouping of 8 children with one staff member. The children had been moved from their primary classroom for part of the morning and lunch.”
  7. Nov 7, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. 1. A bicycle and scooter on the playground were observed to have rusted. 2. Along the back playground fence is an area of ripped and exposed landscaping fabric above holes, presenting a tripping hazard.”
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-350-B-2

      “The staff-to-children ratio for children aged 16 to 24 months is 1:5. Two children aged 22 months were observed in a grouping of 8 children with one staff member. The children had been moved from their primary classroom for part of the morning and lunch.”
  8. Mar 12, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratios

      8VAC20-780-340-A

      “When staff are supervising children, they shall always ensure their care and protection. On March 10, 2025 Staff 1 failed to fasten the stroller safety strap for Child 1 (8.5 months old). Child 1 fell out of the stroller striking their face on the concrete sustaining minor injuries.”
  9. Feb 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Feb 3, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Show 12 earlier visits
  1. Aug 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Prior to hire, the center is required to request a criminal record check from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. A criminal record check was not requested for Staff 7 prior to hire.”
  2. Aug 22, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Prior to hire, the center is required to request a criminal record check from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. A criminal record check was not requested for Staff 7 prior to hire.”
  3. Nov 30, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-2

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain the results of a national criminal background check for one of the listed renewal applicants. Evidence: Applicant 4's record did not contain the results of a national criminal background check.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a

      “Based on record review, the licensee failed to obtain the renewal applicant's sworn statement or affirmation or the search of Virginia's central registry. Evidence: Applicant 4's record did not contain the results of a central registry background check for Virginia, or a sworn statement or affirmation by the applicant.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-40-G

      “Based on record review, the center failed to meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia. Evidence: The record for Child 7 did not contain documentation that the child's age and identity had been verified by the child day center.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “Based on a review of medication, the center did not follow its procedures to administer medication. Evidence: Child 11 has a written authorization to administer Diphenhydramine, however the medication present for the child on the date of inspection was Diphenhydramine and Phenylephrine.”
  4. Nov 30, 2023Inspection4 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.036-B-2

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain the results of a national criminal background check for one of the listed renewal applicants. Evidence: Applicant 4's record did not contain the results of a national criminal background check.”
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a

      “Based on record review, the licensee failed to obtain the renewal applicant's sworn statement or affirmation or the search of Virginia's central registry. Evidence: Applicant 4's record did not contain the results of a central registry background check for Virginia, or a sworn statement or affirmation by the applicant.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-40-G

      “Based on record review, the center failed to meet the proof of child identity and age requirements as stated in ? 22.1-289.049 of the Code of Virginia. Evidence: The record for Child 7 did not contain documentation that the child's age and identity had been verified by the child day center.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-510-E

      “Based on a review of medication, the center did not follow its procedures to administer medication. Evidence: Child 11 has a written authorization to administer Diphenhydramine, however the medication present for the child on the date of inspection was Diphenhydramine and Phenylephrine.”
  5. Aug 8, 2023VisitNo rules cited
  6. Dec 28, 2022VisitNo rules cited
  7. Aug 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Three sections of the vinyl baseboard was observed to be peeling or missing in the Pre K classroom. 2. Floor carpeting was observed to be frayed at the seam in the Junior Kindergarten classroom.”
  8. Aug 3, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areas

      8VAC20-780-270-A

      “Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. Three sections of the vinyl baseboard was observed to be peeling or missing in the Pre K classroom. 2. Floor carpeting was observed to be frayed at the seam in the Junior Kindergarten classroom.”
  9. Apr 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  10. Apr 28, 2022InspectionNo rules cited
  11. Dec 14, 2021InspectionNo rules cited
  12. Dec 14, 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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FAQ

Questions about Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education

Is Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education licensed?

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

When was Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on September 22, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 8 of 14 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 Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education care for?

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

Does Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 787-0533 to ask.

What is Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education's phone number?

(703) 787-0533.

Where is Winwood Children's Center III, Operated by Cadence Education?

1841 Explorer Street, Reston, VA 20190. The nearest other daycare we list is KinderCare Learning Centers #1542, 0.4 miles away.

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