Chestnut Academy LLC

5005 South Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, VA 24572
C

Data Freshness & Provenance

Inspection coverage

14 inspections on record

Last refreshed

April 1, 2026

Latest inspection

February 9, 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
Chestnut Academy LLC
License number
1109652
Location
5005 South Amherst Highway, Madison Heights, VA 24572
Status
Not listed
Safety grade
C (Average), score 70.1/100
Inspection record
14 inspections, last inspected February 9, 2026
Provenance
Official state licensing inspections and DaycareCheck scoring. Last refreshed April 1, 2026.

Safety Scorecard

C
Average70.1 / 100
Health91/100
Safety100/100
Staffing0/100
Compliance85/100

Quality Rating

2 Stars

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

24

Total Violations

Feb 9, 2026

Last Inspection

39

Capacity

Violation Timeline

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

All Violations (24)

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-4Feb 9, 2026

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 02/09/2026 and completed on 02/09/2026. The on-site inspection began at 08:30 AM and ended at 10:35 AM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 14 children present and 7 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, measurements. A subsidy health and safety inspection (SHSI) was conducted in conjunction with the licensing inspection. Subsidy standards that are not covered in licensing standards were reviewed during this SHSI, and this single inspection report reflects findings related to licensing standards and subsidy standards. 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 02/17/2026. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website. Information gathered during the inspection determined noncompliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-160-AFeb 9, 2026

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 02/09/2026 and completed on 02/09/2026. The on-site inspection began at 08:30 AM and ended at 10:35 AM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 14 children present and 7 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, measurements. A subsidy health and safety inspection (SHSI) was conducted in conjunction with the licensing inspection. Subsidy standards that are not covered in licensing standards were reviewed during this SHSI, and this single inspection report reflects findings related to licensing standards and subsidy standards. 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 02/17/2026. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website. Information gathered during the inspection determined noncompliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-210-AFeb 9, 2026

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 02/09/2026 and completed on 02/09/2026. The on-site inspection began at 08:30 AM and ended at 10:35 AM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 14 children present and 7 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, measurements. A subsidy health and safety inspection (SHSI) was conducted in conjunction with the licensing inspection. Subsidy standards that are not covered in licensing standards were reviewed during this SHSI, and this single inspection report reflects findings related to licensing standards and subsidy standards. 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 02/17/2026. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website. Information gathered during the inspection determined noncompliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-560-FFeb 9, 2026

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 02/09/2026 and completed on 02/09/2026. The on-site inspection began at 08:30 AM and ended at 10:35 AM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 14 children present and 7 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site. This inspection included: document review, tour of the facility, interviews, measurements. A subsidy health and safety inspection (SHSI) was conducted in conjunction with the licensing inspection. Subsidy standards that are not covered in licensing standards were reviewed during this SHSI, and this single inspection report reflects findings related to licensing standards and subsidy standards. 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 02/17/2026. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website. Information gathered during the inspection determined noncompliance with applicable standards or law, and violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-160-AOct 7, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 10/07/2025 and 10/14/2025 and completed on 10/22/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:00 AM and ended at 12:15 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 20 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 6 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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 10/30/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-240-BOct 7, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 10/07/2025 and 10/14/2025 and completed on 10/22/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:00 AM and ended at 12:15 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 20 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 6 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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 10/30/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-330-BOct 7, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 10/07/2025 and 10/14/2025 and completed on 10/22/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:00 AM and ended at 12:15 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 20 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 6 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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 10/30/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-340-DOct 7, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 10/07/2025 and 10/14/2025 and completed on 10/22/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:00 AM and ended at 12:15 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 20 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 6 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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 10/30/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-350-COct 7, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 10/07/2025 and 10/14/2025 and completed on 10/22/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:00 AM and ended at 12:15 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 20 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 6 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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 10/30/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-450-AOct 7, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 10/07/2025 and 10/14/2025 and completed on 10/22/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:00 AM and ended at 12:15 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 20 children present and 4 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 6 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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 10/30/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

CRITICALSTAFFING8VAC20-780-500-AJun 26, 2025

An unannounced inspection was initiated on 05/29/2025 and completed on 06/26/2025 and in response to a complaint received by the licensing office on relating to allegations of programing. This inspection included observations and interviews. The preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation supports the allegation; therefore, the complaint is determined to be valid. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and the violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

CRITICALSTAFFING8VAC20-780-500-BJun 26, 2025

An unannounced inspection was initiated on 05/29/2025 and completed on 06/26/2025 and in response to a complaint received by the licensing office on relating to allegations of programing. This inspection included observations and interviews. The preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation supports the allegation; therefore, the complaint is determined to be valid. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standards or law and the violations are documented on the violation notice issued to the program.

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-2May 27, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 05/27/2025 and completed on 05/28/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:10 AM and ended at 12:12 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 26 children present and 5 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 9 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-70May 27, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 05/27/2025 and completed on 05/28/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:10 AM and ended at 12:12 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 26 children present and 5 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 9 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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.

MINORHEALTH8VAC20-780-570-HMay 27, 2025

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated on 05/27/2025 and completed on 05/28/2025. The on-site inspection began at 10:10 AM and ended at 12:12 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 26 children present and 5 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 9 staff on-site. This inspection included document review, tour of the facility and interviews. 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.

CRITICALSTAFFING8VAC20-780-350-B-1Apr 10, 2025

An unannounced inspection was initiated on 04/10/2025 and completed on 05/09/2025 in response to a complaint received by the licensing office on 04/08/2025 relating to allegations of supervision. This inspection included: interviews, and observations. The preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation supports the allegation; therefore, the complaint is determined to be valid. Information gathered during the inspection determined noncompliance with applicable standards or law and the 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 05/16/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

SERIOUSSTAFFING22.1-289.035-B-2Jul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

SERIOUSSTAFFING8VAC20-780-160-AJul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-70Jul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-270-AJul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORCOMPLIANCE8VAC20-780-330-BJul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-350-AJul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-350-CJul 24, 2024

An unannounced, on-site renewal inspection was initiated on 07/24/2024 and completed on 07/30/2024, as a part of the conditional licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 10:15 AM and ended at 1:45 PM. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 24 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 6 staff records on-site 07/24/2024. This inspection included: document review (i.e. Injury logs, policies and procedures, emergency drill logs, 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 deficient practice will be or has been corrected. Submit your POC within five (5) business days from today, which will be the close of business on 08/07/2024. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

MINORSTAFFING8VAC20-780-530-A-1Apr 8, 2024

An unannounced on-site non mandated monitoring inspection was conducted on 04/08/2024. There were 4 children, ages 2 months-3 years, and 4 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: hand washing, feeding infant and nap time. A total of 5 children?s records and 3 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 11:50 AM and departed at 1:50 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

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is Chestnut Academy LLC's safety grade?

Chestnut Academy LLC has a safety grade of C (Average) based on state inspection data. The composite score is 70.1 out of 100.

How many violations does Chestnut Academy LLC have?

Chestnut Academy LLC has 24 total violations on record, including 3 critical, 6 serious, and 15 minor.

When was Chestnut Academy LLC last inspected?

Chestnut Academy LLC was last inspected on February 9, 2026.

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