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Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg

120 N. Madison Street, Petersburg, VA 23803
licensed capacity
150
open each week
5 days

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About Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg

Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg is a licensed child care center in Petersburg, Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 150 children, serving 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 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

School-ageAccepts child care subsidy

Ages served: preschoolers and school-age children

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Type
Child care center
Ages
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

AgesPreschoolers 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

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State record

Inspection reports for Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License (Two Year)
Capacity
150 children
Ages
Preschoolers and school-age children
License number
#781377
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Summary

13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 1, 2026: 1 rule cited

Rules cited on 6 of 13 visits · 10 rules in all

  • Background checks 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 2
  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • 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. Apr 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
    • 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. Staff #1, employed for 10 months, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check or a criminal history check from one state.”
  2. Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Mar 31, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Repeat Violation Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. A storage cabinet that contained hazardous substances such as "Pine Glo", spray paint, lighter fluid, room deodorant, charcoal, "Ajax", and sunscreen, was not able to be locked. The cabinet was in the classroom that was being utilized by children.”
    • 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. Staff #7, employed for more than 6 months, had documentation of requesting a criminal records check from another state 5 months after employment.”
  5. Mar 31, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Repeat Violation Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, insecticides, and pesticides shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. A storage cabinet that contained hazardous substances such as "Pine Glo", spray paint, lighter fluid, room deodorant, charcoal, "Ajax", and sunscreen, was not able to be locked. The cabinet was in the classroom that was being utilized by children.”
    • 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. Staff #7, employed for more than 6 months, had documentation of requesting a criminal records check from another state 5 months after employment.”
  6. Aug 23, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Aug 1, 2024Visit7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on record review, and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in first aid. Evidence: The record for staff #2, date of employment 04/17/2024, did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. Interview with administration confirmed that staff #2 does not have current certification in first aid..”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on record review, and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: The record for staff #2, date of employment 04/17/2024, did not contain documentation of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Interview with administration confirmed that staff #2 does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to maintain a complete record for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1.The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/24, did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “Based on record review, observation, and interview, the center failed to obtain a copy of the results of a search of the central registry background check for all staff. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3, date of employment 05/17/2024, did not contain the results of a search of the central registry background check. Staff #3 was observed working with children. 2. The record for staff #4, date of employment 05/17/2024, did not contain the results of a search of the central registry background check. Staff #4 was observed working with children. 3. Interview with administration confirmed that a central registry background check was not requested for staff #3 or staff #4.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on documentation review, and record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence. 1. The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/24, stated that the child has a food allergy. 2. Child #7 is listed on the center allergy list. 3. The record did not contain a written care plan to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, and interview, the center failed to ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There were 2 spray bottles with liquid in them and labeled disinfectant unlocked on a desk. The staff used the spray bottle to clean and sanitize the tables before the children sat down to eat lunch. 2. Interview with administration confirmed that the spray bottles were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/2024, did not contain documentation that the child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health.”
  8. Aug 1, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on record review, and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in first aid. Evidence: The record for staff #2, date of employment 04/17/2024, did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. Interview with administration confirmed that staff #2 does not have current certification in first aid..”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on record review, and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: The record for staff #2, date of employment 04/17/2024, did not contain documentation of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Interview with administration confirmed that staff #2 does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to maintain a complete record for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1.The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/24, did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “Based on record review, observation, and interview, the center failed to obtain a copy of the results of a search of the central registry background check for all staff. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3, date of employment 05/17/2024, did not contain the results of a search of the central registry background check. Staff #3 was observed working with children. 2. The record for staff #4, date of employment 05/17/2024, did not contain the results of a search of the central registry background check. Staff #4 was observed working with children. 3. Interview with administration confirmed that a central registry background check was not requested for staff #3 or staff #4.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on documentation review, and record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence. 1. The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/24, stated that the child has a food allergy. 2. Child #7 is listed on the center allergy list. 3. The record did not contain a written care plan to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, and interview, the center failed to ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There were 2 spray bottles with liquid in them and labeled disinfectant unlocked on a desk. The staff used the spray bottle to clean and sanitize the tables before the children sat down to eat lunch. 2. Interview with administration confirmed that the spray bottles were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/2024, did not contain documentation that the child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health.”
  9. Aug 1, 2024Inspection7 rules cited
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-2

      “Based on record review, and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in first aid. Evidence: The record for staff #2, date of employment 04/17/2024, did not contain documentation of current certification in first aid. Interview with administration confirmed that staff #2 does not have current certification in first aid..”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-790-600-D-1

      “Based on record review, and interview, the center failed to ensure that all staff who work directly with children shall have within 90 days of the date of employment current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Evidence: The record for staff #2, date of employment 04/17/2024, did not contain documentation of current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation. Interview with administration confirmed that staff #2 does not have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.”
    • Records and paperwork

      8VAC20-780-60-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to maintain a complete record for each enrolled child. Evidence: 1.The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/24, did not contain the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-3

      “Based on record review, observation, and interview, the center failed to obtain a copy of the results of a search of the central registry background check for all staff. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #3, date of employment 05/17/2024, did not contain the results of a search of the central registry background check. Staff #3 was observed working with children. 2. The record for staff #4, date of employment 05/17/2024, did not contain the results of a search of the central registry background check. Staff #4 was observed working with children. 3. Interview with administration confirmed that a central registry background check was not requested for staff #3 or staff #4.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-60-A-8

      “Based on documentation review, and record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence. 1. The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/24, stated that the child has a food allergy. 2. Child #7 is listed on the center allergy list. 3. The record did not contain a written care plan to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction.”
    • Safety and hazards

      8VAC20-780-280-B

      “Based on observation, and interview, the center failed to ensure that hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There were 2 spray bottles with liquid in them and labeled disinfectant unlocked on a desk. The staff used the spray bottle to clean and sanitize the tables before the children sat down to eat lunch. 2. Interview with administration confirmed that the spray bottles were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.”
    • Health, medication and illness

      8VAC20-780-130-A

      “Based on record review, the center failed to obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: The record for child #7, date of enrollment 05/14/2024, did not contain documentation that the child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health.”
  10. Apr 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Show 9 earlier visits
  1. Apr 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Nov 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Nov 20, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 4, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Nov 23, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for three (3) staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment:10/6/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 11/8/2022. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 10/3/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 11/8/2022. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 6/3/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 7/31/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the findings were not obtained within 30 days of employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to complete an out of state child abuse and neglect search request by the end of the 30th day of employment for one (1) staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 6/3/2022) contained a sworn statement which indicated that the staff resided outside of Virginia within the preceding five (5) years. The record did not contain an out of state child abuse and neglect registry request. 2. Administration acknowledged the request had not been made within the 30 days.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that one (1) staff completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (date of employment:6/3/2022) did not contain documentation of the completion of the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation. 2. Administration acknowledged that the course was not completed.”
  7. Nov 23, 2022Inspection3 rules cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain a central registry finding for three (3) staff by the end of the 30th day of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #1 (date of employment:10/6/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 11/8/2022. The record of staff #4 (date of employment: 10/3/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 11/8/2022. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 6/3/2022) contained a central registry finding dated 7/31/2022. 2. Administration acknowledged that the findings were not obtained within 30 days of employment.”
    • Background checks

      22.1-289.035-B-4

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure to complete an out of state child abuse and neglect search request by the end of the 30th day of employment for one (1) staff as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (date of employment: 6/3/2022) contained a sworn statement which indicated that the staff resided outside of Virginia within the preceding five (5) years. The record did not contain an out of state child abuse and neglect registry request. 2. Administration acknowledged the request had not been made within the 30 days.”
    • Staff training and qualifications

      8VAC20-780-240-A

      “Based on a review of five (5) staff records and interview, the center did not ensure that one (1) staff completed the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation course within 90 calendar days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #5 (date of employment:6/3/2022) did not contain documentation of the completion of the Virginia Department of Education-sponsored orientation. 2. Administration acknowledged that the course was not completed.”
  8. Mar 23, 2022Inspection1 rule cited
    • Background checks

      8VAC20-770-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure that one staff had the results of a central registry background check within 30 days of employment as required. Evidence: 1. The record of staff #2 (DOH:2/7/2022) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. 2. Administration acknowledged it was not received within the required time frame.”
  9. Nov 8, 2021Inspection2 rules cited
    • Background checks

      22VAC40-191-60-C-2

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure to obtain the results of a central registry finding within 30 days of employment for two staff. Evidence: 1. The records of staff #1 (DOH: 09/15/2021) and staff #2 (DOH: 09/27/2021) did not contain the results of a central registry background check. 2. Administration acknowledged that the results were not received during the required time frame.”
    • Records and paperwork

      22VAC40-185-60-A

      “Based on record review and interview, the center did not ensure to maintain a separate record for each child enrolled which contained all of the required information. Evidence: 1. The record of child #1 (DOE: 09/7/2021) was missing the name, address, and phone number of two designated people to call in an emergency if a parent could not be reached. The record of child #1 contained documentation of written agreements between the parent and center that were signed after enrollment on 11/05/2021. The record of child #2 (DOE:09/20/2021) was missing one of the two designated contacts and contained documentation of written agreements that were signed after enrollment on 10/26/2021. 3. Administration acknowledged that both records were incomplete.”

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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Questions about Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg

Is Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg licensed?

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

When was Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg last inspected?

Virginia Department of Education, Office of Child Care Health and Safety lists the most recent visit on April 1, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 6 of 13 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 Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg care for?

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

Does Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg accept child care subsidies?

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

What are Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg'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 Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (804) 474-4405 to ask.

What is Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg's phone number?

(804) 474-4405.

Where is Young Men's Christian Association of Greater Richmond-Petersburg?

120 N. Madison Street, Petersburg, VA 23803. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Joseph Catholic Church, 0.2 miles away.

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