Step By Step Early Learning Center

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 10/23/2025, as part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 09:12 AM and ended at 11:45 AM. The inspectors reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 52 children present and 9 staff. The inspectors reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, a tour of the facility, interviews, observations, and measurements. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard 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 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 10/23/2025, as part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 09:12 AM and ended at 11:45 AM. The inspectors reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 52 children present and 9 staff. The inspectors reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, a tour of the facility, interviews, observations, and measurements. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard 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 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 10/23/2025, as part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 09:12 AM and ended at 11:45 AM. The inspectors reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 52 children present and 9 staff. The inspectors reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, a tour of the facility, interviews, observations, and measurements. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard 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 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 10/23/2025, as part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 09:12 AM and ended at 11:45 AM. The inspectors reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 52 children present and 9 staff. The inspectors reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, a tour of the facility, interviews, observations, and measurements. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard 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 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 10/23/2025, as part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 09:12 AM and ended at 11:45 AM. The inspectors reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 52 children present and 9 staff. The inspectors reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, a tour of the facility, interviews, observations, and measurements. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard 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 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 10/23/2025, as part of the licensure period. The on-site inspection began at 09:12 AM and ended at 11:45 AM. The inspectors reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 52 children present and 9 staff. The inspectors reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. This inspection included document review, a tour of the facility, interviews, observations, and measurements. Information gathered during the inspection determined non-compliance with applicable standard 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 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.

An announced focused inspection was initiated and completed on 08/06/2025. The virtual record review inspection began at 3:30 pm and ended at 4:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. The inspector reviewed 4 staff records. This inspection included document review 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.

An unannounced inspection was initiated on 05/06/2025 and completed on 05/09/2025 in response to a complaint received by the licensing office on 04/23/2025 relating to allegations of staffing and supervision. The inspection included interviews and observations. The preponderance of evidence gathered during the investigation supports the allegations; 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. 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 05/16/2025. A POC submitted after this date will not appear on the public website.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, on-site monitoring inspection was initiated and completed on 05/06/2025. The on-site inspection began at 9:30 am and ended at 1:15 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 51 children present and 8 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records and 5 staff records on-site. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced, onsite renewal inspection was initiated and completed on 11/13/2024. The on-site inspection began at 9:15 am and ended at 1:00 pm. The inspector reviewed compliance in the areas listed above. There were 45 children present and 9 staff. The inspector reviewed 5 children?s records, 5 staff records and 1 applicant record. The 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.

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 01/18/2024. There were 42 children, ages 8 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities and nap time. A total of 5 children?s records and 4 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. The inspector arrived at 12 PM and departed at 2:05 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 01/18/2024. There were 42 children, ages 8 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities and nap time. A total of 5 children?s records and 4 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. The inspector arrived at 12 PM and departed at 2:05 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 01/18/2024. There were 42 children, ages 8 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities and nap time. A total of 5 children?s records and 4 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. The inspector arrived at 12 PM and departed at 2:05 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/19/2023. There were 55 children, ages 6 months-12 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, movie time and lunch. A total of 4 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 12/1/2022. There were 42 children, ages 4 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: arrival, free choice breakfast, large motor and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 8:20 AM and departed the program at 11:30 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

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 12/1/2022. There were 42 children, ages 4 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: arrival, free choice breakfast, large motor and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 8:20 AM and departed the program at 11:30 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

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 12/1/2022. There were 42 children, ages 4 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: arrival, free choice breakfast, large motor and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 8:20 AM and departed the program at 11:30 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

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 12/1/2022. There were 42 children, ages 4 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: arrival, free choice breakfast, large motor and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 8:20 AM and departed the program at 11:30 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

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 12/1/2022. There were 42 children, ages 4 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: arrival, free choice breakfast, large motor and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 8:20 AM and departed the program at 11:30 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

An unannounced on-site renewal inspection was conducted on 12/1/2022. There were 42 children, ages 4 months-5 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: arrival, free choice breakfast, large motor and circle time. A total of 5 children?s records and 5 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector arrived at 8:20 AM and departed the program at 11:30 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/13/2022. There were 18 children, ages 3 months-2 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, large motor play, nap and lunch. A total of 5 children?s records and 4 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

An unannounced on-site monitoring inspection was conducted on 07/13/2022. There were 18 children, ages 3 months-2 years, and 8 staff members present during the inspection. The inspector observed the following: free choice activities, large motor play, nap and lunch. A total of 5 children?s records and 4 staff records, were reviewed. The inspector discussed the following with staff: attendance requirements, playground safety. 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

This inspection was conducted by licensing staff using an alternate remote protocol, including telephone contacts, documents review, interviews and a virtual tour of the program. A monitoring inspection was initiated on 12/09/2021 and concluded on 12/27/2021. The director was contacted by email to initiate the inspection. There were 33 children present and 8 staff. The inspector emailed the director a list of items required to complete the inspection. The Inspector reviewed 3 children?s records and 2 staff records, along with any requested program records submitted by the facility to determine if required documentation was complete. New requirements became effective on October 13, 2021. The facility has not yet complied with the following requirements: written procedures for prevention of shaken baby, abusive head trauma, coping with crying babies, safe sleeping practices and SIDS awareness. The facility is to review the new requirements and work with their assigned inspector to ensure future compliance. 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.