AlphaBEST @ Churchland Primary & Intermediate
A child day center in Portsmouth, Virginia 23703
5700 Hedgerow Lane, Portsmouth, Virginia 23703. (757) 807-0279.
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The short answer
- 10 deficiencies in the last three years
- Jan 222026 the latest visit on record
- 75 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?
18 inspections on record, the latest on Jan 22, 2026.
10 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
10 deficiencies in 4 months of the last 36. Last cited Jan 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.
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| 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.
Jan 22, 2026: subsidy health and safety inspection6 deficiencies
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22.1-289.018-A
“Licensees shall at all times afford the Superintendent reasonable opportunity to inspect all of their records. The record for staff #5 was not made available for inspection.”
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22.1-289.035-A
“The center shall repeat background checks for all staff every five years. The record for staff #1 had an expired sworn statement.”
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8VAC20-780-140-A
“Each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Child #1 did not have documentation of a physical examination have been enrolled at the center for approximately four months.”
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8VAC20-780-245-J-3
“REPEAT VIOLATION Any child for whom emergency medications (such as albuterol, glucagon, and epinephrine auto injector) have been prescribed shall always be in the care of a staff member who meets the requirements of the Medication Administration Training. The center had children’s medication on site and the two staff working at the center during the inspection did not have medication administration training.”
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8VAC20-790-600-D-1
“All staff who work directly with children shall have current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The record for staff #2 had an expired CPR certification.”
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8VAC20-790-600-D-2
“All staff who work directly with children shall have current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. The record for staff #2 had an expired First Aid training.”
Oct 17, 2025: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-245-J-3
“Any child for whom emergency medications (such as albuterol, glucagon, and epinephrine auto injector) have been prescribed shall always be in the care of a staff member who meets the requirements of the Medication Administration Training. The center had children’s medication on site and the two staff working at the center during the inspection did not have medication administration training.”
Oct 8, 2024: inspection2 deficiencies
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22.1-289.035-B-2
“Providers must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee’s first day of employment. Staff #1, who had been employed for 6 months, did not have a completed national criminal background check.”
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22.1-289.035-B-3
“The center must request a search of the central registry prior to the employee’s first day of employment. Staff #2, who had been employed for 1 year, did not have a central registry requested.”
Mar 14, 2024: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-270-A
“Based on observation, the center did not ensure areas and equipment of the center, inside shall be maintained in a safe and operable condition. Evidence: 1. A children’s table in the program has jagged and splintering edges on one corner. 2. Staff #1 confirmed the table has the jagged and splintering edges.”
Oct 5, 2023: inspection2 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-130-A
“8VAC20-780-130. A. Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure to that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and Child #2 (date of enrollment are both 9/05/2023) do not have their immunization documentation required prior to attendance in their records. 2. Staff #2 confirmed that Child #1and Child #2 do not have their immunization records in their case file.”
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8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on record review and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that each child shall have a physical examination by or under the direction of a physician before the child’s attendance or within 30 days after the first day of attendance. Evidence: 1. Child #1 and Child #2 (date of enrollment for both are 9/5/2023) do not have physical examination documentation in their record. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that Child #1 and Child #2 do not have physical examination documents in their record.”
Oct 17, 2022: inspection2 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-60-A
The inspectors’ words, 112 words
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined that the center did not ensure that a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the work phone number of each parent who has custody. Evidence: 1. Child #1 (date of enrollment 9/06/22) did not have their mother’s work phone number in their record. 2. Child #2 (date of enrollment 9/06/22) did not have their mother’s work phone number in their record. 3. Child #3 (date of enrollment 9/06/22) did not have their father’s work phone number in their record. 4. Staff #1 confirmed that Child #1, Child #2, and Child #2 did not have the work number of their custodial parent.”
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8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation and interview, it was determined the center did not ensure that the findings of the most recent inspection of the center were posted on the premises. Evidence: 1. The results from the most recently inspection was not posted in the center. 2. Staff #1 confirmed that the most recent inspection results was not posted in the center.”
Feb 1, 2022: inspection8 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-210-A-1
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that there was a program leader qualified with each group of children in care. Evidence: 1. Staff #2 and staff #3 were the only staff on duty during this inspection. 2. The records for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain documentation to demonstrate program leader qualifications. 3. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-245-L
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that there was at least one staff member on duty who has obtained within the last three years instruction in performing the daily health observation of children. Evidence: 1. 3 of 3 staff records reviewed did not contain documentation of daily health observation training. 2. Staff could not confirm that they had completed daily health observation training when asked during this inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that all hazardous substances were kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Evidence: 1. There were 9 different chemicals in containers on the floor in the gymnasium where children were in care. 2. Staff confirmed that there was no lock for the cabinet where chemicals are kept until one was brought to the center by staff during this inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-530-C
The inspectors’ words, 115 words
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that there were were at least two staff members trained in first aid, cardiopulmonary resuscitation, and rescue breathing as appropriate to the children in care who is on the premises during the center’s hours of operation and also one person on field trips and wherever children are in care. Evidence: 1. Records for staff #1, #2, and #3 did not contain documentation of current certification in CPR and First Aid. 2. Staff #2 and #3 were the only staff working at the center during this inspection. 3. Staff confirmed that they did not have current certification in CPR and First Aid.”
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8VAC20-780-550-A
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that there was a written emergency preparedness plan that addresses staff responsibility and facility readiness with respect to emergency evacuation and relocation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown. Evidence: 1. There was no emergency preparedness plan available during this inspection. 2. Staff confirmed that there was no emergency preparedness plan available during this inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the record for each child enrolled contained all of the required components. Evidence: 1. The record for child #2 (enrolled 9/14/21) did not contain the addresses of the two required emergency contacts and proof of age and identification. 2. 3 of 3 children’s records did not contain documentation of previous or concurrent day care or schools attended by the child. 3. Staff confirmed this information was not available during this inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-70
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff record contained all of the required information. Evidence: 1. 3 of 3 staff records reviewed did not contain documentation of emergency contacts, qualifications, and orientation training. 2. Staff confirmed that these documents were not available during this inspection.”
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8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that the findings of the most recent inspection of the center were posted on the premises. Evidence: 1. The results for the most recent inspection was not posted in the center. 2. Staff confirmed that the most recent inspection results were not posted.”
Oct 8, 2021: subsidy health and safety inspection1 deficiency
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22VAC40-665-580-B
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff member who work directly with children completed the required Virginia Preservice Training for Child Care staff within the first 90 days of employment. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of the Virginia Preservice Training in the record for Staff #1. 2. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during the inspection.”
Oct 1, 2021: inspection7 deficiencies
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22VAC40-185-130-A
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required by the State Board of Health before the child can attend the center. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of immunization for child #1, child #2, and child #3. 2. Staff confirmed that there was no immunization documentation available for child #1,child #2, and child #3 during this inspection. 3. Child #1, child #2, and child #3 were in attendance during this inspection.”
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22VAC40-185-140-A
The inspectors’ words, 105 words
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure each child had a physical exam by or under the direction of a physician within the required time frame. Evidence: 1. There was no documentation of physical exam for child #1(enrolled 9/8/21). 2.There was no documentation of physical exam for child #2(enrolled 9/6/21). 3. There was no documentation of physical exam for child #3(enrolled 9/7/21). 4. Staff confirmed that there was no physical exam documentation available for child #1, child #2, and child #3 during this inspection. 5. Child #1, child #2 and child #3 were in attendance during this inspection.”
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22VAC40-185-50-B
The inspectors’ words, 164 words
“Based on observation, interview, and record review it was determined the center did not maintain and make accessible records and reports on children and staff. Evidence: 1. The center failed to make accessible the required documents to initiate and complete the required inspection within the required time frame. 2. This inspector provided the center with the initial inspection request on 10/01/21. Inspector did not receive the requested information by the required 10/4/21. This inspector followed up on 10/6/21 and 10/8/21 regarding the initial inspection request. These documents were received on 10/8/21. 3. The record review request was sent on 10/8/21. Records were not made accessible by the required 10/12/21. Inspector followed up on 10/12/21, 10/21/21, 10/28/21, and 11/3/21. 4. As of 11/3/21 many of the documents requested were not received electronically and were unavailable during the virtual tour. 5. Inspector emailed and spoke with site director, area director, and regional manager in attempts to gain access to the documents needed to complete the inspection.”
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22VAC40-185-540-E
“Based on observation and interview it was determined the center did not have the required nonmedical emergency supplies. Evidence: 1. Staff reported there was no battery operated flashlight available during the inspection. 2. Staff reported there was no battery operated radio available during the inspection.”
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22VAC40-185-60-A
The inspectors’ words, 111 words
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each child enrolled in the program had a record that contained all of the required components. Evidence: 1. There were no addresses for the required emergency contacts for child #1 or #3. 2. One of the two required emergency contacts for child #2 did not contain the address. 3. The record for child #1, child #2, and child #3 did not contain documentation of previous and concurrent child day care and schools attended by the child. 4. Staff confirmed that this information was not in the record. 5. These children were in attendance during this inspection.”
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22VAC40-185-70-A
The inspectors’ words, 102 words
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each staff record contained all of the required components. Evidence: 1. The staff record for staff #1 did not contain documentation of the date of hire, the 2 required reference checks, and written information to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education, orientation training, staff development, certification, and experience required by the job position(program lead). 2. The record for staff #2 and staff #3 did not contain the orientation training required by the job position. 3. Staff confirmed that these records were not available during this inspection.”
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22VAC40-191-60-C-2
“Based on record review and interview it was determined the center did not ensure that each employee had a central registry finding within 30 days of employment. Evidence: 1. The record for staff #1 did not contain documentation of central registry findings. 2. Staff confirmed that this documentation was not available during this inspection.”
All 18 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
|---|---|---|
| Jan 22, 2026 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 6 violations cited |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 17, 2025 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Mar 13, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 8, 2024 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Oct 8, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Mar 14, 2024 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Oct 5, 2023 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 5, 2023 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Oct 17, 2022 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 17, 2022 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Feb 1, 2022 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Feb 1, 2022 | Inspection | 8 violations cited |
| Oct 8, 2021 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Oct 1, 2021 | Inspection | 7 violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Day Center: Two Year license, expires Mar 2, 2028.
- A current subsidy provider.
- Ages: 4 years - 12 years.
- Capacity: 75 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 88 child care providers in the City of Portsmouth, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 12; this one had 10.
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 |
|---|---|
| AlphaBEST @ Churchland Primary & Intermediate This child care provider | 10 |
| La Petite Academy #7139 | 20 |
| Mrs. Sheran Oliver | 12 |
| Christopher Academy | 4 |
| Dana Harris | 15 |
| LaShama Porter | 10 |
| Small Voices’ Academy | 15 |
| Raquel Owens | 42 |
| Sweethaven Baptist Church | 0 |
| Ms. Sonitha Blizzard | 5 |
| Scharlese Hicks | 12 |
| YMCA Child Care at Portsmouth YMCA | 47 |
| Ms. Clara Robinson | 5 |
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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Replies
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