Luisa Cottle

813 South 22nd Street, South, Arlington, VA 22202
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

10 inspections on record

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

November 3, 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
Luisa Cottle
License number
1107446
Location
813 South 22nd Street, South, Arlington, VA 22202
Status
Not listed
Safety grade
C (Average), score 72.9/100
Inspection record
10 inspections, last inspected November 3, 2025
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average72.9 / 100
Health81/100
Safety60/100
Staffing80/100
Compliance71/100

27

Total Violations

Nov 3, 2025

Last Inspection

9

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (27)

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-780-BNov 3, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on November 3, 2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:45 a.m. and ended at 11:45 a.m. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 6 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 17. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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 November 10, 2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-800-BNov 3, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on November 3, 2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:45 a.m. and ended at 11:45 a.m. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 6 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 17. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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 November 10, 2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-80-ANov 3, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on November 3, 2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:45 a.m. and ended at 11:45 a.m. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 6 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 17. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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 November 10, 2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-800-210-ANov 3, 2025

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated and completed on November 3, 2025, as a part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:45 a.m. and ended at 11:45 a.m. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 6 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 17. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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 November 10, 2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-830-BJan 15, 2025

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on January 15, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:45am and ended at 11:45am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 7 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 21. The inspector reviewed 3 children's records and 2 caregivers' records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-800-90-AJan 15, 2025

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on January 15, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:45am and ended at 11:45am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 7 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 21. The inspector reviewed 3 children's records and 2 caregivers' records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-800-210-AJan 15, 2025

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on January 15, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:45am and ended at 11:45am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 7 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 21. The inspector reviewed 3 children's records and 2 caregivers' records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

SERIOUSSAFETY8VAC20-800-830-AJan 15, 2025

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on January 15, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:45am and ended at 11:45am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 7 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 21. The inspector reviewed 3 children's records and 2 caregivers' records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE22.1-289.011-FJan 15, 2025

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on January 15, 2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:45am and ended at 11:45am. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 7 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 21. The inspector reviewed 3 children's records and 2 caregivers' records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-780-BSep 19, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 19, 2024. The on-site inspection began at 10:35 AM and ended at 12:10 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 25. The inspector reviewed 5 children's records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-800-90-ASep 19, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 19, 2024. The on-site inspection began at 10:35 AM and ended at 12:10 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 25. The inspector reviewed 5 children's records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-800-90-CSep 19, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 19, 2024. The on-site inspection began at 10:35 AM and ended at 12:10 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 25. The inspector reviewed 5 children's records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-680-ASep 19, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 19, 2024. The on-site inspection began at 10:35 AM and ended at 12:10 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 25. The inspector reviewed 5 children's records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-680-BSep 19, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 19, 2024. The on-site inspection began at 10:35 AM and ended at 12:10 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 25. The inspector reviewed 5 children's records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-690-DSep 19, 2024

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on September 19, 2024. The on-site inspection began at 10:35 AM and ended at 12:10 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 8 children present and 2 caregivers; the point total was 25. The inspector reviewed 5 children's records and 2 caregiver records on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the home, 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

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-780-BApr 3, 2024

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted April 3, 2024 between 11:45am and 12:50pm. There were 8 children present with two (2) caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with age appropriate toys, diapering, sleeping, handwashing, looking at books, and eating lunch. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, required posted documents, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, evacuation drill logs, menu, attendance, child and caregiver records, and emergency procedures. There was no medication on site. 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. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. Sheila Nelson Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-800-90-CApr 3, 2024

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted April 3, 2024 between 11:45am and 12:50pm. There were 8 children present with two (2) caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with age appropriate toys, diapering, sleeping, handwashing, looking at books, and eating lunch. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, required posted documents, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, evacuation drill logs, menu, attendance, child and caregiver records, and emergency procedures. There was no medication on site. 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. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. Sheila Nelson Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.035-ANov 6, 2023

A renewal inspection was conducted today between 9:25am and 11:25am. There were 8 children present, with 2 caregivers supervising. Children were observed playing with various age-appropriate toys, eating snack, diapering, handwashing and bottle feeding. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. A total of 4 child records and 2 caregiver records were reviewed. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, nutrition, special care and emergencies. There was no medication on-site at the time of inspection. 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. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.036-ANov 6, 2023

A renewal inspection was conducted today between 9:25am and 11:25am. There were 8 children present, with 2 caregivers supervising. Children were observed playing with various age-appropriate toys, eating snack, diapering, handwashing and bottle feeding. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. A total of 4 child records and 2 caregiver records were reviewed. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, nutrition, special care and emergencies. There was no medication on-site at the time of inspection. 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. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-760-A-1Nov 6, 2023

A renewal inspection was conducted today between 9:25am and 11:25am. There were 8 children present, with 2 caregivers supervising. Children were observed playing with various age-appropriate toys, eating snack, diapering, handwashing and bottle feeding. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. A total of 4 child records and 2 caregiver records were reviewed. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, nutrition, special care and emergencies. There was no medication on-site at the time of inspection. 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. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-800-90-ANov 6, 2023

A renewal inspection was conducted today between 9:25am and 11:25am. There were 8 children present, with 2 caregivers supervising. Children were observed playing with various age-appropriate toys, eating snack, diapering, handwashing and bottle feeding. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. A total of 4 child records and 2 caregiver records were reviewed. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programming, nutrition, special care and emergencies. There was no medication on-site at the time of inspection. 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. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact the Licensing Inspector, Sheila Nelson at sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation during this inspection. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-780-BFeb 8, 2023

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted February 8, 2023 between 1:10 pm and 2:10pm. There were 4 children present with 2 caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with various age-appropriate toys, diapering procedures, and preparing for naptime. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, medication, fire drill log, menu, first aid supplies, attendance, child and caregiver records, and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the programs. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-800-BFeb 8, 2023

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted February 8, 2023 between 1:10 pm and 2:10pm. There were 4 children present with 2 caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with various age-appropriate toys, diapering procedures, and preparing for naptime. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, medication, fire drill log, menu, first aid supplies, attendance, child and caregiver records, and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the programs. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov. Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORSAFETY8VAC20-800-780-BOct 4, 2022

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today between 11:35 AM and 1:00 PM. There were 7 children present with 2 caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with pretend food and utensils, preparing for lunch, eating lunch, and sleeping. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, child and staff records, evacuation log, menu, attendance, first aid supplies and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the programs. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-800-90-AOct 4, 2022

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today between 11:35 AM and 1:00 PM. There were 7 children present with 2 caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with pretend food and utensils, preparing for lunch, eating lunch, and sleeping. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, child and staff records, evacuation log, menu, attendance, first aid supplies and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the programs. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-320-BOct 4, 2022

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today between 11:35 AM and 1:00 PM. There were 7 children present with 2 caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with pretend food and utensils, preparing for lunch, eating lunch, and sleeping. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, child and staff records, evacuation log, menu, attendance, first aid supplies and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the programs. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-800-680-AOct 4, 2022

An unannounced monitoring inspection was conducted today between 11:35 AM and 1:00 PM. There were 7 children present with 2 caregivers supervising within the supervision guidelines. The children were observed playing with pretend food and utensils, preparing for lunch, eating lunch, and sleeping. Positive interactions were observed during this inspection. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas of administration, physical plant, staffing and supervision, programing, child and staff records, evacuation log, menu, attendance, first aid supplies and emergency procedures. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and violations were documented on the violation notice issued to the programs. If you have any questions regarding this inspection, contact sheila.nelson@ doe.virginia.gov Thank you for your cooperation. Sheila Nelson License Inspector Virginia Department of Education Office of Child Care Health and Safety Division of Early Childhood Care and Education 804-629-7489

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Luisa Cottle's safety grade?

Luisa Cottle has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 72.9 out of 100.

How many violations does Luisa Cottle have?

Luisa Cottle has 27 total violations on record, including 0 critical, 3 serious, and 24 minor.

When was Luisa Cottle last inspected?

Luisa Cottle was last inspected on November 3, 2025.

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