STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox

185 Learning Lane, Appomattox, VA 24522
B

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

9 inspections on record

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

August 21, 2025

Provenance

Virginia licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring

Quick Facts

These facts are normalized from the official record so they can be quoted directly.

Updated April 1, 2026

Provider
STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox
License number
1107866
Location
185 Learning Lane, Appomattox, VA 24522
Status
Not listed
Safety grade
B (Good), score 82.4/100
Inspection record
9 inspections, last inspected August 21, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

B
Good82.4 / 100
Health84/100
Safety84/100
Staffing70/100
Compliance99/100

Quality Rating

2 Stars

Rated by Virginia Quality Birth to Five (VQB5 Level), the state quality rating and improvement system.

10

Total Violations

Aug 21, 2025

Last Inspection

20

Capacity

Violation Timeline

Violations by month over the last 3 years, colored by severity.

All Violations (10)

SERIOUSSAFETY8VAC20-780-260-AAug 21, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 9/3/2025 and completed on 9/3/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 9:04AM and ended at 10:18AM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 14 children present and 3 staff. The inspector reviewed 3 children?s records on site on 9/3/2025 and 4 staff records electronically on 8/21/2025. This inspection included - document review, tour of the facility, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

SERIOUSHEALTH8VAC20-780-260-BAug 21, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 9/3/2025 and completed on 9/3/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 9:04AM and ended at 10:18AM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 14 children present and 3 staff. The inspector reviewed 3 children?s records on site on 9/3/2025 and 4 staff records electronically on 8/21/2025. This inspection included - document review, tour of the facility, and observations. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-4Apr 10, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 04/10/2024. There were 15 children, ages 3 years-5 years, and 3 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities classroom, and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 1 staff record, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 9:30 AM and departed at 10:40 AM. Kelly Campbell Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education Phone# 540-309-2494 Kelly.campbell @doe.virginia.gov

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-40-NDec 5, 2023

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 12/05/2023. There were 15 children, ages 3 years--5 years, and 3 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, large motor play outside, and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 3 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with cleaning tables once a day. The inspector arrived at 10 AM and departed at 11:45 PM. Kelly Campbell Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education Phone# 540-309-2494 Kelly.campbell @doe.virginia.gov

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-150-BMay 2, 2023

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 05/02/2023. There were 15 children, ages 3 years--5 years, and 3 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, large motor play outside, and lunch. A total of 3 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. The inspector arrived at 10AM and departed at 12 PM. Kelly Campbell Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education Phone# 540-309-2494 Kelly.campbell @doe.virginia.gov

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-40-NMay 2, 2023

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 05/02/2023. There were 15 children, ages 3 years--5 years, and 3 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, large motor play outside, and lunch. A total of 3 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. The inspector arrived at 10AM and departed at 12 PM. Kelly Campbell Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education Phone# 540-309-2494 Kelly.campbell @doe.virginia.gov

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.035-AApr 28, 2022

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 04/28/2021 . There were 12 children, ages 3 years- 5 years, and 4 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: morning snack, free choice activities, large motor play inside, and center play. A total of 4 children?s records and 3 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety.

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-770-40-C-1-aApr 28, 2022

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 04/28/2021 . There were 12 children, ages 3 years- 5 years, and 4 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: morning snack, free choice activities, large motor play inside, and center play. A total of 4 children?s records and 3 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-60-AApr 28, 2022

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 04/28/2021 . There were 12 children, ages 3 years- 5 years, and 4 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: morning snack, free choice activities, large motor play inside, and center play. A total of 4 children?s records and 3 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety.

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-780-270-AApr 28, 2022

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 04/28/2021 . There were 12 children, ages 3 years- 5 years, and 4 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: morning snack, free choice activities, large motor play inside, and center play. A total of 4 children?s records and 3 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox's safety grade?

STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox has a safety grade of B (Good) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 82.4 out of 100.

How many violations does STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox have?

STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox has 10 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 7 serious, and 3 minor.

When was STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox last inspected?

STEPS - Head Start & Childcare-Appomattox was last inspected on August 21, 2025.

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