Children’s Int’l School -Alexandria
A child day center in Alexandria, Virginia 22314
25 South Quaker Lane, Alexandria, Virginia 22314. (703) 751-7266.
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The short answer
- 11 deficiencies in the last three years
- May 122026 the latest visit on record
- 63 children, its licensed capacity
Each figure’s source sits beside it, in its section below.
What these words mean4
- Inspection (survey)
- A visit by state inspectors, often unannounced, who check a place against the rules it must meet. For nursing homes and other places Medicare pays, CMS calls these visits surveys: a standard survey of a nursing home comes at least every 15 months, and a complaint survey whenever a complaint calls for one. Source: CMS; 42 CFR 488.308.
- Deficiency, citation, violation
- What inspectors write up when a place didn’t meet a rule: the rule, what they saw, and when. CMS calls it a deficiency; states may say citation or violation. It is the inspectors’ finding, not a court’s, and the place is usually asked for a plan to correct it. Source: CMS, statement of deficiencies (Form CMS-2567); each state’s licensing agency.
- Licence status
- Whether the state’s licence lets the place operate now, in the state’s own words: licensed, on probation (allowed to keep operating on conditions, after problems), provisional, pending or expired. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
- Capacity
- The most people the licence or certification lets the place care for at once: residents, children, beds or apartments, as the state counts them. It isn’t how many are there now. Source: Each state’s licensing agency.
What did inspectors find?
12 inspections on record, the latest on May 12, 2026.
11 violations cited in the last three years.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
When those deficiencies happened
11 deficiencies in 4 months of the last 36. Last cited May 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.
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| 2024 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2025 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
| 2026 | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov |
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Hearth Record drew this from the dates and levels in the source’s own records.
Each deficiency, in its source’s words
Grouped by visit, newest first, with the level its source gave it.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
May 12, 2026: subsidy health and safety inspection3 deficiencies
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The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee’s first day of employment and every five years thereafter.
“The sworn statement for Staff #4, who is currently working, is overdue by 23 months.”
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Areas and equipment inside of the center, shall be maintained in a safe condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, chipped or peeling paint.
“Peeling paint was observed on the walls in classroom #1 and #3 at a location within reach of the children.”
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The diapering area shall have a nonabsorbent surface for diapering or changing.
“The vinyl changing pad was observed to have numerous tears exposing the absorbent fiber fill on the inside.”
Sep 8, 2025: inspection4 deficiencies
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22.1-289.035-A
“The facility must obtain an updated Sworn Statement every five years, as required, for all staff. The sworn statement for Staff #3 was not updated every five years. The sworn statement on file had expired over three months ago.”
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8VAC20-780-520-C
“If diaper ointment or cream is used, the products shall be labeled with the child’s name. A tube of Neosporin was not label with a name.”
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8VAC20-780-520-D
“If insect repellent is used, the repellent shall be inaccessible to children. In classroom #1, there were four containers of insect repellent that were accessible to children.”
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8VAC20-780-80-A
“For each group of children, the center shall maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. There was no documentation on the arrival time of two children in classroom #1.”
Apr 14, 2025: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-260-B
“After the first license, annual approval from the health department shall be provided for meeting requirements for food service. The last documentation of the annual environmental sanitation inspection was in August 2023.”
Jan 22, 2024: inspection3 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-500-A
“Based on observation, the staff did not wash their hands with soap and running water before and after helping a child use the toilet. Evidence: Staff # 5 did not wash their hands before and after helping children use the toilet.”
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8VAC20-780-550-E
“Based on record review, shelter in place procedures were not practiced a minimum of twice a year. Evidence: There was one documentation of a shelter-in-place procedure on 9/29/23.”
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8VAC20-780-550-F
“Based on record review and interview, lockdown procedures were not practiced at least annually. Evidence: 1. No documentation for a lockdown procedure practiced. 2. The center director acknowledged there was not a separate lockdown procedure practiced.”
Aug 24, 2023: inspection5 deficiencies
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8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review and interview, the licensed child day program did not have a central registry finding within the 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record for Staff #4 (DOH 6/28/23) did not contain a Virginia Central Registry finding. 2. The director confirmed that Staff #4 did not have a Central Registry finding in their record.”
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8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. The record for Child #3 (date of enrollment 06/26/23) did not have documentation of a physical examination by a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance.”
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8VAC20-780-510-E
“Based on review of medications and authorizations, the center’s procedures did not meet requirements to administer medication. Evidence: Child #4 had an emergency allergy medication on site but did not have the physician’s authorization as required for long-term prescriptions.”
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8VAC20-780-510-P
“Based on review of the medication being stored at the center, it was determined that the licensee did not ensure that when an authorization expires, the parent shall be notified that the medication needs to be picked up within 14 days or the parent must renew the authorization. Evidence: The medication authorization for child #5 was expired (expired November 2022), but the medication was still at the center.”
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8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review, staff records did not have documentation that two or more references as to character and reputation as well as competency were checked before employment. Evidence: The records for Staff #4 (DOH 6/28/23) did not have documentation of two (2) or more references before employment. 2. The Director acknowledged there was only one (1) reference check for Staff #4.”
Mar 16, 2023: inspection7 deficiencies
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22.1-289.035-A
“Based on record review, the provider did not obtain documentation for a 5 year repeat check. Evidence: 1. Staff #3’s record did not have documentation of a 5 year criminal history repeat check. 2. The last documentation of a criminal history check expired on 3/10/2022.”
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22.1-289.035-B-4
“Based on record review, the child day center did not obtain a copy of the results of an out-of-state sex offender registry check and a search of the child abuse and neglect registry by the end of the 30th day of employment. Evidence: Staff #5 (DOH 10/17/22) did not have documentation of out-of-state sex offender registry check nor an out-of-state child abuse and neglect registry search.”
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8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review, staff record did not contain documentation of a negative tuberculosis test or screening at the time of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 date of hire is 9/9/22 and at the time of inspection (3/16/22) there is no documentation of a TB test/screening on file.”
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8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on record review, 1 of 5 staff records did not contain documentation of a current TB test or screening, conducted every two years from the date of the first initial screening or test. Evidence: Staff #3 (DOH 09/1989) most recent documented TB test was dated 10/14/2010. (expired: 10/14/2012).”
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8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure the areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, shall be maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. Unsafe conditions shall include, but not be limited to, splintered, cracked or otherwise deteriorating wood; chipped or peeling paint; visible cracks, bending or warping, rusting or breakage of any equipment; head entrapment hazards; and protruding nails, bolts or other components that could entangle clothing or snag skin. Evidence: There was chipped and peeling paint above the sink in the children’s restroom.”
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8VAC20-780-510-G
The inspectors’ words, 107 words
“Based on observation and interview, medication was not labeled with the child’s name, the name of the medication, the dosage amount and the time or times to be given. Evidence: 1. A bottle of Hyland’s Cough & Mucus syrup was in a plastic bag with dispensers and not label with a child’s name. 2. Staff #2 stated the Hyland’s Cough & Mucus syrup belong to Child #4. 3. An epi-pen for Child #1 was in a clear plastic baggie, and not labeled with the name of the medication, the dosage and the time or times. 4. The provider acknowledge the epi-pen for Child #1 was not labeled.”
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8VAC20-780-520-C
The inspectors’ words, 92 words
“Based on record review and interview, the center failed to obtain written parent authorization noting any known adverse reaction shall be obtained. Evidence: 1. Child #1 did not have parent authorization on file for Eucerin ointment. 2. Child #5 did not have parent authorization on file for Aquaphor ointment 2. Child #6 did not have parent authorization on file for Aquaphor ointment 3. Child #7 did not have parent authorization on file for Aquaphor ointment 4. The provider acknowledged there were not written parent authorizations for Child #1, #5, #6, and #7.”
Oct 13, 2022: inspection12 deficiencies
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22.1-289.035-B-2
“Based on record review, the provider did not obtain a criminal history record check prior to the 1st day of their employment. Evidence: Staff #2 (DOH 9/1/22) does not have documentation of criminal history check in file.”
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8VAC20-770-60-C-2
“Based on record review, the central registry finding was not received within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. Staff #1 (DOH 9/19/22) did not have central registry results within 30 days of employment. 2. Staff #2 (DOH 9/19/22) did not have central registry result within 30 days of employment.”
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8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review, staff record did not contain documentation of a negative Tuberculosis (TB) test or screening at the time of employment. Evidence: Record for Staff #2 (DOH 9/1/22) has no documentation of a TB test/screening at the time of inspection (10/13/22).”
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8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on record review, the documentation of tuberculosis (TB) screening was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment. Evidence: Staff #1 (DOH 9/1/22) TB screening was conducted on 2/4/22.”
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8VAC20-780-280-B
The inspectors’ words, 108 words
“Based on observation, potentially poisonous materials were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. Open shelves under the sink in Pre-K class have potentially poisonous materials that are accessible to children. There is only a curtain covering the materials. 2. Open shelves under the sink in the older 3?s class have potentially poisonous materials that are accessible to children. There is only a curtain covering the materials. 3. A Staff purse with medication inside was accessible to children. 4. The 2?s class has an unlocked cabinet under the sink with bottles of bleach and cleaning products inside.”
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8VAC20-780-290-A-3
“Based on observation, the electrical outlets did not have protective covers. Evidence: 1. The 3-4?s class had an electrical outlet without protective cover in an area used by children. 2. The 2?s class had an electrical outlet in the block area without a protective cover.”
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8VAC20-780-40-M
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child #2 did not have a written allergy plan with instruction from the physician.”
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Based on observation and interview, staff did not clean the diapering surface with soap and water and then sanitize after each use.
“Evidence: 1. A cleaning bottle that contained soap and water was not available. 2. Staff #3 acknowledged wiping the diapering surface only with a bleach solution.”
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8VAC20-780-510-G
“Based on observation, medication was not labeled with the name of the medication, the dosage amount, and the time or times to be given. Evidence: Medication (Auri-9) had a handwritten label with name of child #2 on it.”
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8VAC20-780-520-C
“Based on record review, the center did not obtain written parent authorization noting any known adverse reactions if diaper ointment or cream is used. Evidence: Child #2 had no written parent authorization for diaper ointment.”
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8VAC20-780-60-A-8
“Based on record review, the center failed to obtain a written care plan for each child with a diagnosed food allergy, to include instructions from a physician regarding the food to which the child is allergic and the steps to be taken in the event of a suspected or confirmed allergic reaction. Evidence: Child #2 did not have a written allergy plan with instruction from the physician.”
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8VAC20-780-80-A
The inspectors’ words, 99 words
“Based on observation and interview, the center did not maintain a written record of daily attendance that documents the arrival and departure of each child in care as it occurs. Evidence: 1. The Pre-K class had 12 children in attendance at the time of inspection (10/13/22) and no documentation of their arrival in the center for the day. 2. The Twos class had 9 children in attendance at the time of inspection (10/13/22) and no documentation of their arrival in the center for the day. 3. Staff #4 acknowledged no documentation of attendance had been completed for the day.”
All 12 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| May 12, 2026 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 3 violations cited |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Inspection | 4 violations cited |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Apr 14, 2025 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Aug 21, 2024 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Jan 22, 2024 | Inspection | 3 violations cited |
| Aug 24, 2023 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Mar 16, 2023 | Inspection | 7 violations cited |
| Oct 13, 2022 | Inspection | 12 violations cited |
| Jun 2, 2022 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Nov 30, 2021 | Inspection | No violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Day Center: Two Year license, expires May 25, 2027.
- Ages: 2 years - 12 years 11 months.
- Capacity: 63 children.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
Has Virginia acted against it?
- 0 complaint inspections on record.
- No complaint allegations published with findings.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations and Search for Child Day Care: each complaint’s page, with its allegations and findings. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
Who does the caring?
- Virginia doesn’t publish staffing levels for individual providers. State rules set staff-to-child ratios by age.
Who owns it?
- Virginia’s search doesn’t list owners.
How is it rated?
- Virginia’s search doesn’t show a quality rating.
How does it compare nearby?
- Among 171 child care providers in the City of Alexandria, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 7; this one had 11.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
| Place | Violations cited in the last three years |
|---|---|
| Hopkins House - Helen Day Preschool Academy | 61 |
| Children’s Int’l School -Alexandria This child care provider | 11 |
| Washington Street United Methodist Church | 0 |
| The Campagna Center - Lyles Crouch | 4 |
| Potomac Crescent Waldorf School | 11 |
| Innovation Station Child Development Center | 47 |
| American Day School #1 | 14 |
| Tiny Tots Playroom | 2 |
| American Day School 2 | 9 |
| Great Beginnings Early Learning Center | 30 |
| Blue Bird of Alexandria | 1 |
| The Del Ray Montessori School | 3 |
What the record doesn’t say
- Virginia doesn’t grade how serious a violation is, so no severity is shown.
- Virginia publishes a complaint’s allegations and findings only when its inspection found a violation and the records are linked.
- Virginia doesn’t publish staffing levels or owners for individual providers.
- A plan of correction sent late, or not at all, isn’t online: Virginia says to ask the inspector.
- Virginia’s pages show about the last five years of inspections; for older ones, Virginia says to contact the licensing inspector.
- Virginia says this information may not be accurate, up to date or complete, and shouldn’t be the only source in choosing care.
Sources
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each facility’s page.
Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations.
Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
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Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each complaint’s page, with its allegations and findings.
Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly. No open licence; Virginia allows non-commercial use, so Care Ledger shows it free.
If you believe something here is wrong, a correction starts with the agency whose record this copies: Virginia Department of Education. Virginia’s own record is on legacy.dss.virginia.gov. If Hearth Record copied something wrongly, it will fix it and log the correction publicly, with its date: how corrections work.
This copy of the record was made on Nov 5, 2026.
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