Bailey’s Childcare and Learning Center
A child day center in Alexandria, Virginia 22312
6399 Little River Turnpike, Alexandria, Virginia 22312. (703) 942-8081.
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The short answer
- 13 deficiencies in the last three years
- Oct 272026 the latest visit on record
- 56 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?
24 inspections on record, the latest on Oct 27, 2026.
13 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
7 deficiencies in 5 months of the last 36. Last cited Oct 2026. The last 3 years, to Nov 5, 2026.
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| 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 |
Hover or focus a month to read it.
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.
Oct 27, 2026: subsidy health and safety inspection2 deficiencies
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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 #1, who had been employed for 7 days, has not had a central registry search requested prior to employment. The staff was present and supervised by 2 other staff members.”
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8VAC20-780-420-E-3
“Staff shall request at least annually parent confirmation that the required information in the child’s record is up to date. Up-to-date information is required to be requested from the parent for each child’s record at least annually. The information in the record of child #3 had not been updated and is overdue by two months.”
Mar 12, 2026: subsidy health and safety inspection2 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-160-C
“A tuberculosis (TB) screening is required every two years from the last screening. Staff #2 updated screening was due 2 months ago.”
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8VAC20-780-530-A-1
“Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) as appropriate to the age of the children in care from an organization such as the American Red Cross, American Heart Association, American Safety and Health Institute, or National Safety Council. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. Staff # 1, #2, #4 and #5 have taken recertification but the training did not include an in-person competency demonstration.”
Sep 29, 2025: subsidy health and safety inspection1 deficiency
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Staff who work directly with children shall, annually take the department’s health and safety 3 hour update course.
“Staff #1 has not completed the annual health and safety update course, the training was due 4 months ago.”
Mar 20, 2025: complaint inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-270-A
“The center shall ensure that areas and equipment of the center, inside and outside, are maintained in a clean, safe and operable condition. There was mouse droppings found on a child’s car seat which was stored in the outside utility closet.”
May 23, 2024: inspection1 deficiency
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8VAC20-780-60-A-7
“Based on a review of children records, 1 child’s record indicates allergies to food but does not address actions to take in an emergency situation. Evidence: Child # 4 record indicates food allergies, there are no instruction to the actions to take in an emergency situation.”
Nov 9, 2023: inspection6 deficiencies
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Based on observation, areas and equipment of the center were not kept in an operable condition.
“Evidence: The toilet seat located in the bathroom on the first floor was broken.”
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Based on observation, hazardous substances such as cleaning materials, were not kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
“Evidence: Cleaning supplies were in an unlocked cabinet located in the “2-3 years old” room and the “2 years old” room.”
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Based on observation, the restroom was missing required contents.
“Evidence: The restroom located on the first floor was missing paper towels.”
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Based on interview, staff did not properly change and dispose of the diapers of children in care.
“Evidence: 1) Staff A stated that she changed the pull up of a child inside the classroom and without a non-absorbent surface. 2) The pull up was located in the trashcan located in the classroom.”
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Based on record review, the center did not maintain a complete record for each child enrolled.
“Evidence: 1) The record of Child A was missing an area for “nick name” and the mother’s work phone number. 2) The record of Child B was missing an area for “nick name” and 1 of 2 required emergency contact addresses. 3) The record of Child C was missing an area for “nick name”, 1 of 2 required emergency contacts, employer number of both parents and the name and phone number of the physician.”
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Based on record review, staff records were missing required information.
“Evidence: 1) The record of Staff B was missing the address of an emergency contact. 2) The record of Staff C was missing their position.”
May 3, 2023: subsidy health and safety inspection1 deficiency
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Based on record review, staff did not complete the safety update course.
“Evidence: Staff A and B did not complete the safety update course for 2023.”
May 3, 2023: inspection5 deficiencies
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Based on record review, staff did not complete 16 hours of annual training.
“Evidence: 1. Staff A did not complete any hours of annual training in 2022. 2. Staff B completed 4 hours of annual training in 2022.”
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Based on observation, cleaning supplies were not kept in a locked place.
“Evidence: Cleaning supplies were found unlocked in both bathrooms that are occupied by children.”
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Based on observation, Children under 10 years of age were not always with actual sight and sound supervision.
“Evidence: 7 Children were out of actual sight and sound supervision for approximately 1 minute when Staff A took 1 child to the restroom.”
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Based on observation, 911 and poison control numbers were not posted near each phone.
“Evidence: The 911 and poison control numbers were not posted at the telephone located at the door of the “Toddlers” room.”
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Based on record review, children’s records were missing required information.
“Evidence: The records of children A-C were missing a signature on the first page of the health documents.”
Jan 12, 2023: complaint inspection13 deficiencies
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Based on record reviews, the sworn statement of Staff D was not completed prior to the first day of employment.
“Evidence: Staff D did not have a sworn statement on file. Staff D was hired 01/09/2023.”
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Based on record review, central registry search results were not complete within 30 days of employment.
“Evidence: 1. The central registry search results for Staff A were completed on 12/07/2021. Staff A was hired 05/10/2021. 2. The central registry search results for Staff D were completed on 11/22/2021. Staff D was hired 08/11/2021.”
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Based on record review, each child did not have a physical examination on file.
“Evidence: Child A (age 2) did not have a physical exam on file.”
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Based on record review, documentation of tuberculosis screening was not submitted at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with children.
“Evidence: Staff D did not have documentation of a tuberculosis screening. Staff D was hired 01/09/2023.”
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Based on record review, the documentation of tuberculosis screening was not completed within the last 30 calendar days of the date of employment.
“Evidence: The tuberculosis screening of Staff C was completed 03/26/2021.”
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Based on interview, staff were not capable of communicating effectively orally.
The inspectors’ words, 99 words
“Evidence: 1. Staff A works with children in the Toddlers 1 class and Staff C works with children in the Toddlers class. 2. Staff A and Staff C were unable to effectively communicate orally as applicable to their job responsibilities. 3. Staff B stated she uses a translator from her other facility to communicate with Staff A and Staff C. 4. A translator was required to interview Staff A and C for this investigation. 5. Staff B confirmed that the children who do not speak Spanish are unable to communicate their wants and needs to Staff A and C.”
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Based on record review, orientation was not completed prior to working alone with children and within seven days of the first day of employment.
“Evidence: Staff D did not have documentation of orientation on file. Staff D was hired 01/9/2023.”
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Based on interview, in each grouping of children at least one staff member who meets the qualifications of a program leader was not regularly present.
“Evidence: Staff B stated that from October 2022 until January 2023, a program leader was not regularly present with the Toddlers 1 group (ages 2 and 3 years).”
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Based on observation, interview and documentation reviewed, the center’s own policies and procedures regarding discipline were not adhered to.
“Evidence: 1. The facility’s discipline policy states ?we do not?use any strategy that?forces a child?. 2. On 12/14/2022, in the Toddlers 1 classroom, when Child A (age 2 years) tried to get up to leave circle time, Staff A forced the child back to the circle by grabbing him by the arm and dragging him along the floor. 3. Staff B confirmed the incident occurred and that it resulted in Staff A receiving a written reprimand which stated in part, Staff A ?grabbed a child in the wrong way?.”
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Based on observation, interview and documentation reviewed, behavioral guidance was not constructive in nature, or age and stage appropriate.
The inspectors’ words, 98 words
“Evidence: 1. A video recorded on 12/14/2022 in the Toddlers 1 classroom showed the following: a. While the group was sitting in circle time, Child A (age 2 years) tried to get up to leave the area. b. Staff A pulled the right arm of Child A and dragged him along the floor back to the circle. 2. Staff B confirmed the incident occurred and that it resulted in Staff A receiving a written reprimand. 3. Staff A received a written reprimand for this incident which stated in part, Staff A ?grabbed a child in the wrong way?”
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Based on record review, a minor injury report was missing required information.
“Evidence: A minor injury report reviewed in the file of Child A was missing the following required information: 1. future action to prevent the injury 2. name child involved in injury 3. treatment of injury 4. parent notification date.”
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Based on record review, a child’s record was missing required information.
“Evidence: The record of Child A (age 2) was missing the following required information: 1. Father’s residential information 2. Father’s employment information 3. Employer phone number of the mother 4. Start date.”
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Based on record reviews, staff records were missing required information.
“Evidence: 1. The record of Staff A (hired 05/10/2021) and C (hired 08/11/2021) were missing proof of reference checks. 2. The record of Staff D (hired 01/09/2023) was missing the following: a. An emergency contact b. Proof of age c. Proof of reference checks d. A complete application.”
Nov 30, 2022: inspection3 deficiencies
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Based on in interview, proof of liability insurance was not available.
“Evidence: Staff A stated she did not have the liability information.”
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Based on observation, the facility was operating outside of the terms of the license.
“Evidence: Staff A and a child were located in a space not approved within the terms of the license.”
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Based on observation, the findings of the most recent inspection were not posted.
“Evidence: The findings of the most recent inspection were located in a file cabinet and not posted.”
May 4, 2022: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place.
“Evidence: Cleaning materials were located in a bin in the Caterpillar 2 room.”
Apr 28, 2022: subsidy health and safety inspection1 deficiency
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Based on record review, the Virginia Pre-Service training was not complete by all staff.
“Evidence: Staff A, B and C were missing the Virginia Pre-Service Training.”
Apr 28, 2022: inspection6 deficiencies
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Based on interview, there was not 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: When asked which staff obtained daily health observation training, Staff D stated no one.”
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Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place.
“Evidence: Hazardous cleaning liquid was unlocked in a bucket in the Caterpillar 1 and Caterpillar 2 rooms.”
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Based on observation, children and staff records were not treated confidentially.
“Evidence. Children and Staff records were located on a shelf in the corner of the Butterflies classroom.”
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Based on observation, the first aid kit did not have all of the required components.
“Evidence: The first Aid kit was missing scissors and activated charcoal.”
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Based on record review, the record of each child was not complete.
“Evidence: Child A was missing the employer, the employer number and employer address of both parents. Child B did not have documentation of proof of identification.”
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Based on record review, the record of each staff was not complete.
“Evidence: 1. Staff A,B and C were missing an emergency contact. 2. Staff A and B were missing proof of identification and proof of orientation. 3. Staff C was missing 2 required references, proof of orientation and job title.”
Dec 8, 2021: inspection1 deficiency
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Based on observation, hazardous substances were not kept in a locked place.
“Evidence: 1) Cleaning liquid containing bleach was located on the shelf in the classroom. 2) Cleaning substances were in an unlocked closet in the hallway.”
Sep 29, 2021: inspection2 deficiencies
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Based on interview, the facility did not have a qualified director on site.
“Evidence: Staff A stated the program director was not in the center consistently for the past two weeks.”
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Based on interview, the facility did not have a complete first aid kit.
“Evidence: The first aid kit was missing 2 of 2 required triangle bandages.”
All 24 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Oct 27, 2026 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Mar 12, 2026 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Sep 29, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Complaint inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Mar 20, 2025 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Oct 15, 2024 | Inspection | No violations cited |
| May 23, 2024 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| May 23, 2024 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Nov 9, 2023 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Nov 9, 2023 | Inspection | 6 violations cited |
| May 3, 2023 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 1 violation cited |
| May 3, 2023 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Jan 12, 2023 | Complaint inspection | 13 violations cited |
| Nov 30, 2022 | Inspection | 3 violations cited |
| May 4, 2022 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Apr 28, 2022 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Apr 28, 2022 | Inspection | 6 violations cited |
| Dec 8, 2021 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
| Dec 8, 2021 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Sep 29, 2021 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Nov 30, 2020 | Subsidy health and safety inspection | No violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Day Center: Two Year license, expires Nov 17, 2027.
- A current subsidy provider.
- Ages: 2 months - 12 years 11 months.
- Capacity: 56 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?
- 2 complaint inspections on record.
- 1 complaint allegation published with Virginia’s findings, 1 of them found valid.
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.
| Date | What | Detail |
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| Mar 20, 2025 | Complaint | Allegation: Physical Plant. Virginia’s finding: Reported/Valid. |
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?
- Comparisons appear once all of Fairfax County’s providers are read.
Virginia Department of Education, Search for Child Day Care: each inspection’s page, with its violations. Checked Nov 5, 2026. Updated weekly.
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.
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This copy of the record was made on Nov 5, 2026.
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