ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall

5711 S. 4th Street, Arlington, VA 22204
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Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

11 inspections on record

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

February 17, 2026

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
ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall
License number
861757
Location
5711 S. 4th Street, Arlington, VA 22204
Status
Not listed
Safety grade
A (Excellent), score 90.8/100
Inspection record
11 inspections, last inspected February 17, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

A
Excellent90.8 / 100
Health100/100
Safety94/100
Staffing78/100
Compliance87/100

16

Total Violations

Feb 17, 2026

Last Inspection

20

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (16)

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-320-BSep 2, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on Deptember 2, 2025 and completed on September 2, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 am and ended at 10:45 am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 staff. The inspector reviewed 2 children?s records and 2 staff records on-site on September 2, 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. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on September 9, 2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE22.1-289.057-AFeb 5, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on February 5, 2025, and completed on February 11, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:20 am and ended at 9:50 am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 staff. The inspector reviewed 2 children records and 2 staff records on-site on February 5, 2025. This inspection included document review and tour of the facility. 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. Please complete the plan of correction (POC) and date to be corrected sections for each violation cited on the violation notice. Specify how the violation will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on February 18, 2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-780-280-BFeb 9, 2024

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted. Preschool children were directly supervised by 2 staff and in ratio for supervision. The children were participating in an art project with a County art staff member working on a Valentine home with colors to represent family members. Children transitioned from art to hand washing and snack (bought from home). Emergency drills, staff trainings, first aid supplies and emergency supplies were current. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-550-AFeb 9, 2024

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted. Preschool children were directly supervised by 2 staff and in ratio for supervision. The children were participating in an art project with a County art staff member working on a Valentine home with colors to represent family members. Children transitioned from art to hand washing and snack (bought from home). Emergency drills, staff trainings, first aid supplies and emergency supplies were current. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-780-550-PFeb 9, 2024

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted. Preschool children were directly supervised by 2 staff and in ratio for supervision. The children were participating in an art project with a County art staff member working on a Valentine home with colors to represent family members. Children transitioned from art to hand washing and snack (bought from home). Emergency drills, staff trainings, first aid supplies and emergency supplies were current. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Please be aware that the plan of correction must be provided within 5 business days of receipt of the inspection notes if you want it displayed on the website. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Licensing Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-130-AJul 5, 2023

An unannounced renewal study was conducted at the site. Sixteen children with 3 staff and 1 volunteer were present during the summer tot camp. Children were observed transitioning from water play and changing clothes,making an ice cream art project and free play. No emergency medication was reported to be on-site this week for camp. Emergency preparation for drills, trainings and supplies are complete. Reviewed 3 records, physical plant, staff information and background checks for staff and administrative staff off site at the main park and recreation location. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-60-AJul 5, 2023

An unannounced renewal study was conducted at the site. Sixteen children with 3 staff and 1 volunteer were present during the summer tot camp. Children were observed transitioning from water play and changing clothes,making an ice cream art project and free play. No emergency medication was reported to be on-site this week for camp. Emergency preparation for drills, trainings and supplies are complete. Reviewed 3 records, physical plant, staff information and background checks for staff and administrative staff off site at the main park and recreation location. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-60-A-8Jul 5, 2023

An unannounced renewal study was conducted at the site. Sixteen children with 3 staff and 1 volunteer were present during the summer tot camp. Children were observed transitioning from water play and changing clothes,making an ice cream art project and free play. No emergency medication was reported to be on-site this week for camp. Emergency preparation for drills, trainings and supplies are complete. Reviewed 3 records, physical plant, staff information and background checks for staff and administrative staff off site at the main park and recreation location. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-40-EFeb 7, 2023

A self report was received by the Fairfax Licensing office from the program administration concerning care of children. Based on staff interviews, record review and observations of the playground, violations were found. Non-compliances with applicable standards or law were documented on the Violation Notice. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov 703-314-0860

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-340-AFeb 7, 2023

A self report was received by the Fairfax Licensing office from the program administration concerning care of children. Based on staff interviews, record review and observations of the playground, violations were found. Non-compliances with applicable standards or law were documented on the Violation Notice. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov 703-314-0860

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-340-FFeb 7, 2023

A self report was received by the Fairfax Licensing office from the program administration concerning care of children. Based on staff interviews, record review and observations of the playground, violations were found. Non-compliances with applicable standards or law were documented on the Violation Notice. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov 703-314-0860

MINORSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-2Feb 8, 2022

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Nine children were present with two staff. One staff has all necessary trainings (FA/CPR/MAT and DHO). No medication was reported to be on-site. observed children reading, transition to hand washing and snack as well as free play. Snack is bought from home. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-270-AFeb 8, 2022

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Nine children were present with two staff. One staff has all necessary trainings (FA/CPR/MAT and DHO). No medication was reported to be on-site. observed children reading, transition to hand washing and snack as well as free play. Snack is bought from home. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-290-A-3Feb 8, 2022

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Nine children were present with two staff. One staff has all necessary trainings (FA/CPR/MAT and DHO). No medication was reported to be on-site. observed children reading, transition to hand washing and snack as well as free play. Snack is bought from home. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-780-550-CFeb 8, 2022

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Nine children were present with two staff. One staff has all necessary trainings (FA/CPR/MAT and DHO). No medication was reported to be on-site. observed children reading, transition to hand washing and snack as well as free play. Snack is bought from home. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-780-550-PFeb 8, 2022

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Nine children were present with two staff. One staff has all necessary trainings (FA/CPR/MAT and DHO). No medication was reported to be on-site. observed children reading, transition to hand washing and snack as well as free play. Snack is bought from home. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the program. Feel free to contact me if you need any assistance. Ann Dramstad, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall's safety grade?

ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall has a safety grade of A (Excellent) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 90.8 out of 100.

How many violations does ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall have?

ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall has 16 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 2 serious, and 14 minor.

When was ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall last inspected?

ARLINGTON Parks and Recreation at Carlin Hall was last inspected on February 17, 2026.

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