Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School

1701 N Bryan Street, Arlington, VA 22201
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

12 inspections on record

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

November 5, 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
Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School
License number
1105962
Location
1701 N Bryan Street, Arlington, VA 22201
Status
Not listed
Safety grade
C (Average), score 76.6/100
Inspection record
12 inspections, last inspected November 5, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average76.6 / 100
Health81/100
Safety91/100
Staffing56/100
Compliance75/100

Quality Rating

2 Stars

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

27

Total Violations

Nov 5, 2025

Last Inspection

70

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (27)

MINORSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-1Nov 5, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/05/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:05 AM and ended at 12:50 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, 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 business days from today, which will be the close of business on 11/13/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-60-A-8Nov 5, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/05/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:05 AM and ended at 12:50 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, 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 business days from today, which will be the close of business on 11/13/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-510-FNov 5, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/05/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:05 AM and ended at 12:50 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, 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 business days from today, which will be the close of business on 11/13/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-510-INov 5, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/05/2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:05 AM and ended at 12:50 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, 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 business days from today, which will be the close of business on 11/13/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-40-EJun 2, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 6/2/25, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 12:30 pm and ended at 2:53 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 68 children present and 15 staff. The inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, tour of the facility, interviews 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 sign and return all pages to me within 5 business days. which would be close of business on June 12, 2025.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-50-AJun 2, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 6/2/25, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 12:30 pm and ended at 2:53 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 68 children present and 15 staff. The inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, tour of the facility, interviews 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 sign and return all pages to me within 5 business days. which would be close of business on June 12, 2025.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-80-AJun 2, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 6/2/25, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 12:30 pm and ended at 2:53 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 68 children present and 15 staff. The inspector reviewed 6 children?s records and 3 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, tour of the facility, interviews 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 sign and return all pages to me within 5 business days. which would be close of business on June 12, 2025.

MINORSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-1Nov 13, 2024

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/24, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:10 AM and ended at 1:30 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 4 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, a tour of the facility, interviews 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 11/22/24. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

CRITICALSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-4Nov 13, 2024

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/24, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:10 AM and ended at 1:30 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 4 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, a tour of the facility, interviews 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 11/22/24. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-160-ANov 13, 2024

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/24, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:10 AM and ended at 1:30 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 4 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, a tour of the facility, interviews 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 11/22/24. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-540-CNov 13, 2024

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/24, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 11:10 AM and ended at 1:30 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 62 children present and 17 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 4 staff records on-site. This inspection included; document review, a tour of the facility, interviews 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 11/22/24. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-60-A-8Apr 16, 2024

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today. All rooms were in ratio during the inspection. Children were observed finishing lunch ,washing hands, listening to stories, and preparing for rest time. Emergency evacuation drills, cot spacing, top and Bottom covers for resting children, bathroom supplies and first aid supplies were all in compliance today. 1 staff and 3 child records were reviewed today. If you have questions about this inspection you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov. LI was present today from 12:35PM - 1:45PM Please submit your plan of correction within 5 business days in order for it to be included on the website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-60-A-8Dec 6, 2023

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Observed 7 classrooms in the center with direct care staff in ratio for supervision. Children were waking up from rest time, transition to hand washing and afternoon snack (animal crackers and fruit). Reviewed medication on-site, training for staff, 1 newly hired staff record and a sample of children's records as well physical space and emergency preparation. 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 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, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-240-BDec 6, 2023

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Observed 7 classrooms in the center with direct care staff in ratio for supervision. Children were waking up from rest time, transition to hand washing and afternoon snack (animal crackers and fruit). Reviewed medication on-site, training for staff, 1 newly hired staff record and a sample of children's records as well physical space and emergency preparation. 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 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, 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-PDec 6, 2023

An unannounced monitoring visit was conducted. Observed 7 classrooms in the center with direct care staff in ratio for supervision. Children were waking up from rest time, transition to hand washing and afternoon snack (animal crackers and fruit). Reviewed medication on-site, training for staff, 1 newly hired staff record and a sample of children's records as well physical space and emergency preparation. 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 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, Children?s Inspector Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of School Readiness 703-314-0860 ann.dramstad@doe.virginia.gov

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-780-40-IMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-60-AMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORCOMPLIANCE22.1-289.011-FMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-40-EMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-80-AMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

SERIOUSSAFETY8VAC20-780-260-AMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-420-E-3May 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-540-AMay 17, 2023

An unannounced renewal inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. Injury reports, Emergency evacuation drills, first aid supplies, emergency supplies, menu, and the playground are all in compliance today. 5 child and 4 staff/Board officer records were reviewed. Violations were reviewed with the Director during the exit interview. Children were observed participating in a wide variety of activities, eating breakfast, and transitioning to the outside. LI was present today from 8:26AM -11:25AM. If you have questions regarding this inspection, you may contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-40-EFeb 3, 2023

An in person monitoring inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. The playground was not in use during the inspection due to inclement weather conditions. 3 child records, 2 staff records, injury reports, emergency evacuation drills, emergency supplies, medications were all inspected today. See Violation Notice for non-compliances cited. Children were observed participating in a variety of activities, washing hands, eating snack, playing in the "gym". If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov. LI was present today from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-80-AFeb 3, 2023

An in person monitoring inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. The playground was not in use during the inspection due to inclement weather conditions. 3 child records, 2 staff records, injury reports, emergency evacuation drills, emergency supplies, medications were all inspected today. See Violation Notice for non-compliances cited. Children were observed participating in a variety of activities, washing hands, eating snack, playing in the "gym". If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov. LI was present today from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-270-AFeb 3, 2023

An in person monitoring inspection was conducted today. All rooms are in ratio during the inspection. The playground was not in use during the inspection due to inclement weather conditions. 3 child records, 2 staff records, injury reports, emergency evacuation drills, emergency supplies, medications were all inspected today. See Violation Notice for non-compliances cited. Children were observed participating in a variety of activities, washing hands, eating snack, playing in the "gym". If you have questions regarding this inspection, please contact me at (703) 479-4678 or at Sarah.Marbert@doe.virginia.gov. LI was present today from 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

MINORCOMPLIANCE22VAC40-185-270-AMay 26, 2021

A monitoring inspection was conducted on 5/26/21. Due to the COVID 19 pandemic the inspector was not on site and the inspection was conducted via video application as well as email and phone correspondence. During the virtual observation there were 35 children supervised by 8 staff. The facility, 3 staff records, 3 children?s records, evacuation drills, emergency supplies, medication and policies were inspected. Children were observed playing freely and participating in circle time and eating lunch of Quinoa and vegetable soup with fruit and milk. There was an adequate supply of books, toys, and materials for the children. Areas of non- compliance are indicated in the violation notice If you have any questions regarding this inspection, please contact Sharlene Sawyer at sharlene.sawyer@dss.virginia.gov or (571) 835.5505 .

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School's safety grade?

Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 76.6 out of 100.

How many violations does Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School have?

Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School has 27 total violations on record, including 1 critical, 2 serious, and 24 minor.

When was Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School last inspected?

Early Steps Bilingual Pre-School was last inspected on November 5, 2025.

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