Chesterbrook Academy #816
222 Spring Street, Herndon, VA
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YMCA of Metropolitan Washington - Reston is a licensed child care center in Reston, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 280 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 51 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 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 | 280 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
YMCA of Metropolitan Washington - Reston has not listed its tuition.
State record
14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 20, 2026: 8 rules cited
Rules cited on 10 of 14 visits · 51 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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8VAC20-780-240-B
“Staff shall complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff 5 has not completed orientation and has been employed for 17 days.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“A nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing shall be used. The diapering pad in Classroom A has spots of wear through the outer covering, rendering the surface no longer non-absorbent.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. 1. Chipping paint was observed on the lower wall in Classroom B. 2. The bench of one of the outdoor picnic tables is cracked and presents both a structural and pinching hazard.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff 1 has been employed for five years. Their record does not contain documentation that out-of-state background checks were requested.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“Staff shall have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff 4's CPR certification is expired by four months.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff 3's updated screening was due seven months ago.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“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. Staff 2's Tuberculosis screening was completed twelve months prior to hire.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff 3's updated screening was due seven months ago.”
8VAC20-780-50-A
“Staff and children's records shall be treated confidentially. Confidential information about a child was posted on a board in Classroom A.”
8VAC20-780-440-N
“Toys or objects hung over an infant in a crib and crib gyms that are strung across the crib may not be used for infants over five months of age or infants who are able to push up on their hands and knees. A sleeping outfit was observed draped over the rail of an occupied crib above an infant's head.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Children's records shall be maintained with all required information. Child 3's record did not contain a second emergency contact.”
8VAC20-780-50-A
“Staff and children's records shall be treated confidentially. Confidential information about a child was posted on a board in Classroom A.”
8VAC20-780-440-N
“Toys or objects hung over an infant in a crib and crib gyms that are strung across the crib may not be used for infants over five months of age or infants who are able to push up on their hands and knees. A sleeping outfit was observed draped over the rail of an occupied crib above an infant's head.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Children's records shall be maintained with all required information. Child 3's record did not contain a second emergency contact.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening conducted in the preceding 30 days at the time of employment. Staff 1 has been employed for seventeen days without documentation of a Tuberculosis screening.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“REPEAT VIOLATION SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY The licensee is required to obtain a sworn statement or affirmation disclosing whether staff members has ever been convicted of or is the subject of pending charges for any offense within or outside the Commonwealth and whether they have been the subject of a founded complaint of child abuse or neglect within or outside the Commonwealth prior to hire. Staff 1's sworn disclosure was completed one day after hire.”
8VAC20-780-550-G
“Documentation shall be maintained of emergency evacuation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown drills that includes: Identity of the person conducting the drill; 2. The date and time of the drill; 3. The method used for notification of the drill; 4. The number of staff participating; 5. The number of children participating; 6. Any special conditions simulated; 7. The time it took to complete the drill; 8. Problems encountered, if any; and 9. weather conditions The evacuation drill documentation for April 2025 only contained the date of the drill's occurrence.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“REPEAT VIOLATION SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions documented in the allergy plan. This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. THe allergy list posted in classrooms is not dated.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Staff who work alone with children should have 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. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. On March 20, 2025 Staff 1 was working alone with children. Staff 1's CPR certification expired on September 13, 2024.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“REPEAT VIOLATION The licensee shall obtain a sworn statement or affirmation, for all staff prior to hire, disclosing whether he has ever been convicted of or is the subject of pending charges for any offense within or outside the Commonwealth and whether he has been the subject of a founded complaint of child abuse or neglect within or outside the Commonwealth. Staff 1's sworn statement was completed 165 days after hire and assuming job responsibilities.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY REPEAT VIOLATION Staff shall complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff 1 received orientation training thirteen days after assuming job responsibilities.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening within the past thirty days prior to hire. Staff 1's Tuberculosis screening was obtained 168 days after hire.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“SYSTEMIC DEFICIENCY REPEAT VIOLATION The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which a staff member has resided in the preceding five years. The record for Staff 1 did not contain any background check findings from a state of prior residence. The required criminal record check has not been requested. The required central registry check was requested 217 days after hire.”
22.1-289.035-B-3
“The licensee is required request the results of a central registry check for staff prior to employment. Staff 1's central registry check results were obtained 173 days after hire.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“The licensee shall obtain the results of a national criminal record check for all staff prior to hire. Staff 1's criminal record check results were received 14 days after the date of hire.”
8VAC20-780-530-A-2
“Staff who work alone with children shall have a current certification in first aid from an organization such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council. On March 20, 2025 Staff 1 was working alone with children. Staff 1's first aid certification expired on September 13, 2024.”
8VAC20-790-540-B-3
“REPEAT VIOLATION Children's records shall contain the name, address, and telephone number for each custodial parent's place of employment or school attendance, if applicable. Children 1, 2, 5 and 6's record did not contain the address, and telephone number for each custodial parent's place of employment or school attendance.”
8VAC20-780-430-B
“Materials and equipment available shall be age and stage appropriate for the children. A group of children, aged 2, were observed playing with kinetic sand that is not approved for use for children under the age of 3.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The licensee is to obtain a copy of the results of 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 4 does not have a sex offender registry check or the results of a child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, or more frequently as if recommended by a licensed physician or the local health department, staff members and individuals from independent contractors shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff 1's subsequent Tuberculosis screening was conducted 27 months after the initial screening.”
8VAC20-780-40-J
“Injury prevention procedures shall be updated at least annually based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services. Injury prevention procedures based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services was not available for review on the date of inspection.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“REPEAT VIOLATION The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. The allergy list was observed posted in accessible areas in Classrooms A and B. None of the posted allergy lists were dated. Two allergy lists were observed to be outdated and did not match the allergies included on the most current allergy list.”
8VAC20-780-50-A
“Staff and children's records shall be treated confidentially. The supplemental page from the most recent licensing inspection was posted in the facility. The page contains identifying information of students in the center.”
8VAC20-780-245-I
“Training on the center's emergency preparedness plan shall be completed annually and each time the plan is updated. Staff 1, 2, and 3's records show that they were last trained on the emergency preparedness plan over two years ago.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“After the first license, annual approval from the health department shall be provided, or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for: Water supply, sewage disposal system, and food service, if applicable. The most recent health and sanitation inspection was conducted 20 months ago.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Exposed landscape fabric was observed in open areas and under the play structure on the large playground creating a tripping hazard.”
8VAC20-780-550-F
“Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. The last documented lockdown drill was practiced over two years prior to the date of inspection.”
8VAC20-780-550-C
“Emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures or maps shall be posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children on each floor of each building. The posted emergency maps did not contain information about evacuation routes or shelter in place locations for Classroom F.”
8VAC20-790-540-B-3
“REPEAT VIOLATION Children's records shall contain the name, address, and telephone number for each custodial parent's place of employment or school attendance, if applicable. Children 1, 2, 5 and 6's record did not contain the address, and telephone number for each custodial parent's place of employment or school attendance.”
8VAC20-780-430-B
“Materials and equipment available shall be age and stage appropriate for the children. A group of children, aged 2, were observed playing with kinetic sand that is not approved for use for children under the age of 3.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The licensee is to obtain a copy of the results of 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 4 does not have a sex offender registry check or the results of a child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.”
8VAC20-780-160-C
“At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, or more frequently as if recommended by a licensed physician or the local health department, staff members and individuals from independent contractors shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff 1's subsequent Tuberculosis screening was conducted 27 months after the initial screening.”
8VAC20-780-40-J
“Injury prevention procedures shall be updated at least annually based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services. Injury prevention procedures based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services was not available for review on the date of inspection.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“REPEAT VIOLATION The center shall maintain, in a way that is accessible to all staff who work with children, a current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions This list shall be dated and kept confidential in each room or area where children are present. The allergy list was observed posted in accessible areas in Classrooms A and B. None of the posted allergy lists were dated. Two allergy lists were observed to be outdated and did not match the allergies included on the most current allergy list.”
8VAC20-780-50-A
“Staff and children's records shall be treated confidentially. The supplemental page from the most recent licensing inspection was posted in the facility. The page contains identifying information of students in the center.”
8VAC20-780-245-I
“Training on the center's emergency preparedness plan shall be completed annually and each time the plan is updated. Staff 1, 2, and 3's records show that they were last trained on the emergency preparedness plan over two years ago.”
8VAC20-780-260-B
“After the first license, annual approval from the health department shall be provided, or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for: Water supply, sewage disposal system, and food service, if applicable. The most recent health and sanitation inspection was conducted 20 months ago.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Exposed landscape fabric was observed in open areas and under the play structure on the large playground creating a tripping hazard.”
8VAC20-780-550-F
“Lockdown procedures shall be practiced at least annually. The last documented lockdown drill was practiced over two years prior to the date of inspection.”
8VAC20-780-550-C
“Emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures or maps shall be posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children on each floor of each building. The posted emergency maps did not contain information about evacuation routes or shelter in place locations for Classroom F.”
8VAC20-780-70 Complaint related: Yes
“Staff records shall contain documentation to demonstrate the individual possesses the education, certification, and experience required by their job position. On January 29, 2025, Staff 2 was utilized as a program leader in Classroom A. Staff 2's record does not contain documentation of education or a certification qualifying them to act as a program leader.”
8VAC20-780-550-N Complaint related: Yes
“The center or other appropriate official shall notify the parent immediately if a child is lost. Child 1 was unaccounted for on January 29, 2025 from approximately 10:03am until 10:20am. Center management was made aware of the incident at 10:25am. The parent was notified at 2:06pm, approximately one hour and forty-five minutes after the child had been picked up for the day.”
8VAC20-780-80-B Complaint related: Yes
“Any suspected incident of child abuse shall be reported to Child Protective Services ( CPS ) immediately. No staff member reported an incident to CPS where a child was left unattended for approximately 17 minutes in a publicly accessible bathroom.”
8VAC20-780-340-D Complaint related: Yes
“In each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader or program director shall be regularly present. On January 29, 2025 Staff 1 was the sole staff member assigned to Classroom A in the morning. Staff 1 does not meet the qualifications of a program lead.”
8VAC20-780-340-F Complaint related: Yes
“Children under 10 years of age always shall be within actual sight and sound supervision of staff. 1. On January 29, 2025 Child 1 (4 years old) was left in a publicly accessible restroom for approximately seventeen minutes. At the time of the incident Staff 1 was supervising a group of children from outside of the restroom. Staff 1 then left to go to a scheduled activity with the group. Child 1 was inadvertently left in the restroom while Staff 1 and the other children transitioned to another activity. 2. Child 1 was alone for approximately seventeen minutes when a building employee found them crying and escorted them back to the Child Day Center.”
8VAC20-790-540-B-3
“Each child's record shall contain the Name, address, and telephone number for each custodial parent's place of employment or school attendance, if applicable. Children 2, 3, and 4's record did not contain the work addresses of each parent listed.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“The diapering surface shall be used exclusively for changing children. The diapering surface in the infant room was observed with papers and a personal bag on it.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“REPEAT VIOLATION When an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days shall be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Two medications for Child 6 had authorizations that expired the previous month. The medications were still present at the center.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“The center must obtain the results of a national criminal background check for staff prior to hire. The center did not obtain, for Staff 2, the results of a criminal record check or show documentation of a scheduled appointment for the staff to submit to fingerprinting. Staff 2 has been employed for 10 days.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“All staff shall provide a sworn statement or affirmation disclosing whether they has ever been convicted of or is the subject of pending charges for any offense within or outside the Commonwealth and whether they has been the subject of a founded complaint of child abuse or neglect within or outside the Commonwealth prior to hire. Staff 2 submitted the sworn statement 11 days after hire.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to obtain 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. On the date of inspection there was no documentation of the results or the request for the required checks for Staff 2's previous state of residence.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of hire. Staff 2 has been working for 10 days and does not have documentation of a negative Tuberculosis screening. Staff 1 was permitted to work for 7 days before a tuberculosis screening was obtained.”
22.1-289.035-A
“The center must obtain the results of a central registry background check for all staff every five years. A repeat background check for Staff 4 should have been obtained on 5/1/2023 to remain complaint. Staff 4 has been permitted to work for 16 months without the results of a new central registry check.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“REPEAT VIOLATION The center shall verify proof of a child's age and identity within 7 days of enrollment or notify local law-enforcement of the failure of a family to provide the requested information. Child 4 has been enrolled for 78 days and does not have either documentation that the child's age and identity was verified or documentation that local law-enforcement was notified.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“REPEAT VIOLATION Staff shall have an orientation on specific topics prior to working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff 2 has worked for 11 days before they signed off that they had completed the required orientation.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days of enrollment. Child 4's record did not contain documentation of a physical. The child has been enrolled for 78 days.”
8VAC20-790-540-B-3
“Each child's record shall contain the Name, address, and telephone number for each custodial parent's place of employment or school attendance, if applicable. Children 2, 3, and 4's record did not contain the work addresses of each parent listed.”
8VAC20-780-500-B
“The diapering surface shall be used exclusively for changing children. The diapering surface in the infant room was observed with papers and a personal bag on it.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“REPEAT VIOLATION When an authorization for medication expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Medications that are not picked up by the parent within 14 days shall be disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Two medications for Child 6 had authorizations that expired the previous month. The medications were still present at the center.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“The center must obtain the results of a national criminal background check for staff prior to hire. The center did not obtain, for Staff 2, the results of a criminal record check or show documentation of a scheduled appointment for the staff to submit to fingerprinting. Staff 2 has been employed for 10 days.”
22.1-289.035-B-1
“All staff shall provide a sworn statement or affirmation disclosing whether they has ever been convicted of or is the subject of pending charges for any offense within or outside the Commonwealth and whether they has been the subject of a founded complaint of child abuse or neglect within or outside the Commonwealth prior to hire. Staff 2 submitted the sworn statement 11 days after hire.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“The center is required to obtain 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. On the date of inspection there was no documentation of the results or the request for the required checks for Staff 2's previous state of residence.”
8VAC20-780-160-A
“Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of hire. Staff 2 has been working for 10 days and does not have documentation of a negative Tuberculosis screening. Staff 1 was permitted to work for 7 days before a tuberculosis screening was obtained.”
22.1-289.035-A
“The center must obtain the results of a central registry background check for all staff every five years. A repeat background check for Staff 4 should have been obtained on 5/1/2023 to remain complaint. Staff 4 has been permitted to work for 16 months without the results of a new central registry check.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“REPEAT VIOLATION The center shall verify proof of a child's age and identity within 7 days of enrollment or notify local law-enforcement of the failure of a family to provide the requested information. Child 4 has been enrolled for 78 days and does not have either documentation that the child's age and identity was verified or documentation that local law-enforcement was notified.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“REPEAT VIOLATION Staff shall have an orientation on specific topics prior to working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff 2 has worked for 11 days before they signed off that they had completed the required orientation.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“REPEAT VIOLATION Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days of enrollment. Child 4's record did not contain documentation of a physical. The child has been enrolled for 78 days.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that staff members had a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of hire. Evidence: Staff 1, 2, 6, and 7's records did not contain a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: Staff 1, 2, and 8's records did not contain documentation of a a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review and staff statement, the center failed to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: Evacuation drills were not conducted during March, April, or June of 2023.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on a review of medication and medication documentation, the center failed to obtain a new authorization or dispose of medication not picked up by the parent within fourteen days of the medication authorization. Evidence: 1. Child 10 had medication present in the center on the date of inspection. The authorization for the medication expired 8/30/2022. 2. Child 17 had medication present in the center on the date of inspection. The authorization for the medication expired 5/28/2023.”
8VAC20-780-510-N
“Based on a review of medication and medication documentation, the center failed to keep a record of medication given to children. Evidence: Child 17 had a medication authorization for a prescription medication to be administered daily between 5/18/2023-5/28/2023. Attendance records document the child was in attendance on 5/19, 5/22, 5/24, and 5/25. There is no documentation to support that the child received his medication on these dates.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on record review, staff did not complete an orientation of all required topics prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: Staff 2, 3, and 6, were hired after the orientation requirements changed in October 2021. The orientation the staff members received did not contain all required topics.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on record review, the center failed to keep the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions confidential. Evidence: Allergy lists were observed to be posted on public bulletin boards in the Yellow and Red classrooms.”
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: Child 1 and Child 2's records did not contain documentation that the center had verified proof of the child's identity.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician for each enrolled child. Evidence: The records for Child 1 and Child 2 did not contain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician for each enrolled child.”
8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“Based on record review, the center failed to ensure that staff members had a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care within 90 days of hire. Evidence: Staff 1, 2, 6, and 7's records did not contain a current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: Staff 1, 2, and 8's records did not contain documentation of a a central registry finding within 30 days of employment or volunteer service.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review and staff statement, the center failed to implement a monthly practice evacuation drill. Evidence: Evacuation drills were not conducted during March, April, or June of 2023.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on a review of medication and medication documentation, the center failed to obtain a new authorization or dispose of medication not picked up by the parent within fourteen days of the medication authorization. Evidence: 1. Child 10 had medication present in the center on the date of inspection. The authorization for the medication expired 8/30/2022. 2. Child 17 had medication present in the center on the date of inspection. The authorization for the medication expired 5/28/2023.”
8VAC20-780-510-N
“Based on a review of medication and medication documentation, the center failed to keep a record of medication given to children. Evidence: Child 17 had a medication authorization for a prescription medication to be administered daily between 5/18/2023-5/28/2023. Attendance records document the child was in attendance on 5/19, 5/22, 5/24, and 5/25. There is no documentation to support that the child received his medication on these dates.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on record review, staff did not complete an orientation of all required topics prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: Staff 2, 3, and 6, were hired after the orientation requirements changed in October 2021. The orientation the staff members received did not contain all required topics.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on record review, the center failed to keep the current written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions confidential. Evidence: Allergy lists were observed to be posted on public bulletin boards in the Yellow and Red classrooms.”
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: Child 1 and Child 2's records did not contain documentation that the center had verified proof of the child's identity.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician for each enrolled child. Evidence: The records for Child 1 and Child 2 did not contain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician for each enrolled child.”
8VAC20-780-240-A
“Based on record review, staff did not complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Staff 1, hired 6/17/2022, did not have a certificate of completion on file for the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review, children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 1's record did not contain the name, address, and phone number for one of two required emergency contacts.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation, the center did not maintain a staff accessible written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in a confidential location. Evidence: The Purple and Red classrooms had a current allergy list posted on an open bulletin board.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“Based on record review, the center did not 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 5 does not contain documentation that the child's age and identity was verified.”
8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
“Based on record review and staff statement, a renewal agent did not complete a Sworn Statement or Affirmation within 30 days of being appointed to the position. Evidence: Applicant 5 is listed on the renewal application dated 2/14/2023. As of 3/27/2023 no sworn statement or affirmation was produced and email correspondence states that the document has not been received by the center.”
22.1-289.036-B-2
“Based on record review and staff statement, not all renewal applicants have a national criminal record check on file within 30 days of being appointed to their position. Evidence: Applicant 5 is listed on the renewal application dated 2/14/2023. As of 3/27/2023 no criminal background check was produced and email correspondence states that the results have not been received.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review, not all renewal applicants had completed a central registry check withing the previous five years. Evidence: Applicant 1's Central Registry Check was last conducted 1/31/2018.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review, out of state background checks were not conducted for employees who have resided in a state other than Virginia within five years preceding their hire date. Evidence: Staff 3's record did not contain documentation of a criminal record check or a central registry check from a state the employee has listed as a previous state of residence.”
22.1-289-036-B-4
“Based on record review and staff statement, a renewal agent did not have the results of a central registry check within 30 days service. Evidence: Applicant 5 is listed on the renewal application dated 2/14/2023. As of 3/27/2023 no central registry background check was produced and email correspondence states that the results have not been received.”
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Based on observation, infant bottles were not dated and labeled with the child's name. Evidence: 1. On the date of inspection 4 infant bottles were observed in the 'Purple Room" refrigerator with no labeled date. 2. On the date of inspection 4 infant bottles were observed in the 'Purple Room" refrigerator with no labeled name.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on record review, the written record of serious and minor injuries did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 8's record had one incident report that did not list the aid given to the student and one incident report that did not document how to prevent the incident from future occurances.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on record review, medication was present in the center more than 14 days after the medication authorization expiration. Evidence: 1. Child 1 has two medications present at the center, the expiration for each medication authorization from the parents expired on 8/30/2022. 2. Child 4's has a medication present at the center and the authorization expired on 8/30/2022.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“Based on observation, when food was brought from home it was not properly labeled. Evidence: Two lunch bags were observed on the cubbies in the hallway without a labeled date.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on record review, staff members did not complete an orientation prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. Staff 1's record has no documentation of orientation training. 2. Staff 5's record has a blank copy of the orientation form, with no dates or signatures to verify completion.”
8VAC20-780-410-1
“Based on interviews and video footage, staff roughly handled a child and restricted a child's movement through binding. Evidence: On March 8th at approximately 10:50 am, Staff 2 witnessed Staff 1 roughly grabbing Child 8 and forcing the child into a chair. The child was observed struggling to get away.”
8VAC20-780-240-A
“Based on record review, staff did not complete the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Staff 1, hired 6/17/2022, did not have a certificate of completion on file for the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course.”
8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review, children's records did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 1's record did not contain the name, address, and phone number for one of two required emergency contacts.”
8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on observation, the center did not maintain a staff accessible written list of all children's allergies, sensitivities, and dietary restrictions in a confidential location. Evidence: The Purple and Red classrooms had a current allergy list posted on an open bulletin board.”
8VAC20-780-40-G
“Based on record review, the center did not 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 5 does not contain documentation that the child's age and identity was verified.”
8VAC20-770-40-D-1-a
“Based on record review and staff statement, a renewal agent did not complete a Sworn Statement or Affirmation within 30 days of being appointed to the position. Evidence: Applicant 5 is listed on the renewal application dated 2/14/2023. As of 3/27/2023 no sworn statement or affirmation was produced and email correspondence states that the document has not been received by the center.”
22.1-289.036-B-2
“Based on record review and staff statement, not all renewal applicants have a national criminal record check on file within 30 days of being appointed to their position. Evidence: Applicant 5 is listed on the renewal application dated 2/14/2023. As of 3/27/2023 no criminal background check was produced and email correspondence states that the results have not been received.”
22.1-289.036-A
“Based on record review, not all renewal applicants had completed a central registry check withing the previous five years. Evidence: Applicant 1's Central Registry Check was last conducted 1/31/2018.”
22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review, out of state background checks were not conducted for employees who have resided in a state other than Virginia within five years preceding their hire date. Evidence: Staff 3's record did not contain documentation of a criminal record check or a central registry check from a state the employee has listed as a previous state of residence.”
22.1-289-036-B-4
“Based on record review and staff statement, a renewal agent did not have the results of a central registry check within 30 days service. Evidence: Applicant 5 is listed on the renewal application dated 2/14/2023. As of 3/27/2023 no central registry background check was produced and email correspondence states that the results have not been received.”
8VAC20-780-570-E
“Based on observation, infant bottles were not dated and labeled with the child's name. Evidence: 1. On the date of inspection 4 infant bottles were observed in the 'Purple Room" refrigerator with no labeled date. 2. On the date of inspection 4 infant bottles were observed in the 'Purple Room" refrigerator with no labeled name.”
8VAC20-780-550-P
“Based on record review, the written record of serious and minor injuries did not contain all required information. Evidence: Child 8's record had one incident report that did not list the aid given to the student and one incident report that did not document how to prevent the incident from future occurances.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on record review, medication was present in the center more than 14 days after the medication authorization expiration. Evidence: 1. Child 1 has two medications present at the center, the expiration for each medication authorization from the parents expired on 8/30/2022. 2. Child 4's has a medication present at the center and the authorization expired on 8/30/2022.”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“Based on observation, when food was brought from home it was not properly labeled. Evidence: Two lunch bags were observed on the cubbies in the hallway without a labeled date.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on record review, staff members did not complete an orientation prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: 1. Staff 1's record has no documentation of orientation training. 2. Staff 5's record has a blank copy of the orientation form, with no dates or signatures to verify completion.”
8VAC20-780-410-1
“Based on interviews and video footage, staff roughly handled a child and restricted a child's movement through binding. Evidence: On March 8th at approximately 10:50 am, Staff 2 witnessed Staff 1 roughly grabbing Child 8 and forcing the child into a chair. The child was observed struggling to get away.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Based on record review shelter-in-place procedures were not practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: One shelter-in-place drill was documented in 2022.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review, an evacuation drill was not practiced monthly. Evidence: There was no documentation of a monthly evacuation drill conducted from July through December of 2022.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review, an evacuation drill was not practiced monthly. Evidence: There was no documentation of a monthly evacuation drill conducted from July through December of 2022.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on a review of medication and documentation, medication was not picked up within 14 days of the medication authorization's date of expiration. Medications that were not picked up were not disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Evidence: 1. Child 7's medications was present at the center on the date of inspection. The written authorizations for the medications expired on 8/30/2022. 2. Child 8's medication was present at the center on the date of inspection. The written authorization for the medication expired on 10/14/2022. 3. Child 9's medication was present at the center on the date of inspection. The written authorization for the medication expired on 8/30/2022.”
8VAC20-780-510-N
“Based on record review, a record of medication given to children was not kept. Evidence: Child 8 had a medication that was instructed to be administered one time per day between 10/6/2022 and 10/14/2022. There was no record that the child had received the medication on any of the dates authorized.”
8VAC20-780-510-L
“Based on observation, medication was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A prescription ointment was observed in an open basket containing diaper ointment in the Blue room.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Blue room the was air freshener stored above the toilet paper dispenser and on an open shelf.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in as clean and operable condition. Evidence: The backsplash behind the sink in the Red room was observed to have peeling paint and signs of water damage.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on record review, staff did not complete orientation training in subsection prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: There is no documentation that Staff 5 has received an orientation. Staff 5 was hired in 10/2022.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, each child did not have documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician. Evidence: Child 2 and Child 3's record did not contain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, each child did not have documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician. Evidence: Child 2 and Child 3's record did not contain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician.”
8VAC20-780-130-E
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: Child 5's record contains an immunization record that was last updated when the child was six months old. Child 5 was aged 21 months on the date of inspection.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review, two staff did not not have a the results of a central registry background check within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: Staff 3 and Staff 5's records did not contain the results of a Virginia central registry check. Both staff members have been employed for a period of more than 30 days.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review, one staff member did not have the results of a national criminal background check by their first date of employment. Evidence: On the date of inspection there were no criminal background checks available for review for Staff 5.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review, one staff record di not contain all required information. Evidence: Staff 5's record did not contain the name and contact information of a person to contact in the event of emergency.”
8VAC20-780-550-E
“Based on record review shelter-in-place procedures were not practiced a minimum of twice per year. Evidence: One shelter-in-place drill was documented in 2022.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review, an evacuation drill was not practiced monthly. Evidence: There was no documentation of a monthly evacuation drill conducted from July through December of 2022.”
8VAC20-780-550-D
“Based on record review, an evacuation drill was not practiced monthly. Evidence: There was no documentation of a monthly evacuation drill conducted from July through December of 2022.”
8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on a review of medication and documentation, medication was not picked up within 14 days of the medication authorization's date of expiration. Medications that were not picked up were not disposed of by the center by either dissolving the medication down the sink or flushing it down the toilet. Evidence: 1. Child 7's medications was present at the center on the date of inspection. The written authorizations for the medications expired on 8/30/2022. 2. Child 8's medication was present at the center on the date of inspection. The written authorization for the medication expired on 10/14/2022. 3. Child 9's medication was present at the center on the date of inspection. The written authorization for the medication expired on 8/30/2022.”
8VAC20-780-510-N
“Based on record review, a record of medication given to children was not kept. Evidence: Child 8 had a medication that was instructed to be administered one time per day between 10/6/2022 and 10/14/2022. There was no record that the child had received the medication on any of the dates authorized.”
8VAC20-780-510-L
“Based on observation, medication was not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: A prescription ointment was observed in an open basket containing diaper ointment in the Blue room.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: In the Blue room the was air freshener stored above the toilet paper dispenser and on an open shelf.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, areas of the center were not maintained in as clean and operable condition. Evidence: The backsplash behind the sink in the Red room was observed to have peeling paint and signs of water damage.”
8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on record review, staff did not complete orientation training in subsection prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: There is no documentation that Staff 5 has received an orientation. Staff 5 was hired in 10/2022.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, each child did not have documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician. Evidence: Child 2 and Child 3's record did not contain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician.”
8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, each child did not have documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician. Evidence: Child 2 and Child 3's record did not contain documentation of a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician.”
8VAC20-780-130-E
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain documentation of additional immunizations once every six months for children under the age of two years. Evidence: Child 5's record contains an immunization record that was last updated when the child was six months old. Child 5 was aged 21 months on the date of inspection.”
8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review, two staff did not not have a the results of a central registry background check within 30 days of employment or volunteer service. Evidence: Staff 3 and Staff 5's records did not contain the results of a Virginia central registry check. Both staff members have been employed for a period of more than 30 days.”
22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review, one staff member did not have the results of a national criminal background check by their first date of employment. Evidence: On the date of inspection there were no criminal background checks available for review for Staff 5.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review, one staff record di not contain all required information. Evidence: Staff 5's record did not contain the name and contact information of a person to contact in the event of emergency.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the 2 year old classroom, an air freshener spray was on top of a high cabinet, but was not kept locked. 2. In the 4 year old classroom, an air freshener spray was in an unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-780-260-A
“Based on interview, the center could not provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction. Evidence: 1. Staff A stated she did not have a copy of the annual fire inspection report during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler classroom, an outlet was loose on the wall. 2. On the playground, the large gate had rust on it. 3. In the 4 year old classroom, the lower sink cabinet corner was chipped and the play kitchen sink was missing a part..”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“Based on observation, the center failed to clearly date and label food containers when food is brought from home. Evidence: 1. Two food items from a child's home in the infant classroom refrigerator were not labeled with the child's name and date.”
8VAC20-780-245-L
“Based on interview the center did not have at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. Evidence: 1. Staff A stated they did not have anyone current in daily health observation.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation and interview, the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. Evidence: 1. The center had the inspection dated 11/10/2020 posted. The last inspection was on 3/01/2021 and was not posted.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (date of hire 9/08/2012) did not have documentation of two or more references in the staff file. 2. Staff #1 (date of hire 2/03/2021), Staff #2 (date of hire 9/21/2013) and Staff #5 (date of hire 3/29/2021) did not have documentation of orientation training.”
8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. In the 2 year old classroom, an air freshener spray was on top of a high cabinet, but was not kept locked. 2. In the 4 year old classroom, an air freshener spray was in an unlocked cabinet.”
8VAC20-780-260-A
“Based on interview, the center could not provide to the licensing representative an annual fire inspection report from the appropriate fire official having jurisdiction. Evidence: 1. Staff A stated she did not have a copy of the annual fire inspection report during the inspection.”
8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside were not maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. In the Toddler classroom, an outlet was loose on the wall. 2. On the playground, the large gate had rust on it. 3. In the 4 year old classroom, the lower sink cabinet corner was chipped and the play kitchen sink was missing a part..”
8VAC20-780-560-G
“Based on observation, the center failed to clearly date and label food containers when food is brought from home. Evidence: 1. Two food items from a child's home in the infant classroom refrigerator were not labeled with the child's name and date.”
8VAC20-780-245-L
“Based on interview the center did not have at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. Evidence: 1. Staff A stated they did not have anyone current in daily health observation.”
8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation and interview, the findings of the most recent inspection of the facility was not posted. Evidence: 1. The center had the inspection dated 11/10/2020 posted. The last inspection was on 3/01/2021 and was not posted.”
8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review, staff records did not include all required information. Evidence: 1. Staff #4 (date of hire 9/08/2012) did not have documentation of two or more references in the staff file. 2. Staff #1 (date of hire 2/03/2021), Staff #2 (date of hire 9/21/2013) and Staff #5 (date of hire 3/29/2021) did not have documentation of orientation training.”
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222 Spring Street, Herndon, VA
Reston, VA 20190 · infants to school-age · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
1841 Explorer Street, Reston, VA
12005 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA
1802 Old Reston Avenue, Reston, VA
12700 Sunrise Valley Drive, Reston, VA
530 Huntmar Park Drive, Herndon, VA
1700 Wainwright Drive, Reston, VA
432 Van Buren Street, Herndon, VA
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 July 20, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 51 rules across 10 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.
280, 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, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. These are the hours on the state record. Holiday hours can differ.
It has not listed its tuition. Call (703) 318-5308 to ask.
(703) 318-5308.
12196 Sunset Hills Road, Reston, VA 20190. The nearest other daycare we list is Chesterbrook Academy #816, 0.5 miles away.