Burgundy Farm Country Day School
A child day center in Alexandria, Virginia 22303
3700 Burgundy Road, Alexandria, Virginia 22303. (703) 960-3431.
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The short answer
- 40 deficiencies in the last three years
- Sep 302026 the latest visit on record
- 300 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?
11 inspections on record, the latest on Sep 30, 2026.
40 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
40 deficiencies in 7 months of the last 36. Last cited Sep 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.
Sep 30, 2026: inspection10 deficiencies
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The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years.
“Staff #1, employed for approximately 24 years, did not have documentation of the updated results of a criminal history record information check from another state the staff person lives in. It was dated 24 years ago.”
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Repeat Violation Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire.
“Staff #3, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by approximately 10 months.”
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After the first license, annual approval from the health department shall be provided, or approvals of a plan of correction, for meeting requirements for water supply; sewage disposal system; and food service, if applicable.
“The center had an inspection for the center’s pool, but did not have an inspection for the water supply and sewage disposal system.”
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The center shall develop written procedures for injury prevention.
“Staff stated they did not have written procedures for injury prevention and had not been updated at least annually based on documentation of injuries and a review of the activities and services.”
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The center shall develop written playground safety procedures which shall include provision for active supervision by staff to include positioning of staff in strategic locations, scanning play activities, and circulating among children; and method of maintaining resilient surface.
“Staff stated they did not have playground safety procedures that included all requirements..”
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Staff and children’s records shall be treated confidentially.
“The supplemental information page from the last inspection on 2/25/2026 was posted on the bulletin board. Information found on the Supplemental Information page is considered confidential and the document is not to be posted in the facility.”
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The center shall have a written emergency preparedness plan that addresses staff responsibility and facility readiness with respect to emergency evacuation and relocation, shelter-in-place, and lockdown. The plan, which shall be developed in consultation with local or state authorities and include all procedural components.
“The centers emergency preparedness plan did not address all required procedural components.”
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The center shall maintain a record of the dates of the practice drills for one year.
“Staff stated they did not have the record of the dates of the practice drills for one year. The center had June 2026, July 2026 and September 2026 drill record only.”
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Repeat Violation Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information.
“The record for Child #2, enrolled for three weeks, was missing the following required components: Name, address, and phone number of one additional designated people to call in an emergency if a parent cannot be reached. The record for Child #3 and Child #4, both enrolled for three weeks, were missing the following required components: addresses for both their designated people in an emergency.”
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Staff records shall be kept for each staff person that includes all required information.
“Staff #3, who has been working at the center for approximately 13 months, did not have documentation to demonstrate that the individual possesses the education required by the job position, and training as required in 8VAC20-780-240.”
Feb 25, 2026: inspection7 deficiencies
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The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee’s first day of employment.
“The sworn statement for Staff #1, who is currently working, was dated seven days after their first day of employment.”
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The center must obtain a completed national criminal background check prior to the employee’s first day of employment.
“Staff #1’s national criminal history background check results were received ten days after their first day of employment.”
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Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening at the time of employment and prior to coming into contact with the children.
“The screening for Staff #1 was completed one month after hire.”
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Staff are to complete the VDOE sponsored online orientation course within 90 days of hire.
“Staff #1, who is working with children, has not yet completed this course which is overdue by more than 3 months.”
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The center shall meet the proof of child identity and age requirements within seven days of initial attendance as stated in the Code of Virginia.
“Proof of identity for Child #5 was obtained ten days after initial attendance.”
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Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled that contains all of the required information.
The inspectors’ words, 115 words
“-The record for Child #1, enrolled for over five months, was missing the address of the second emergency contact. -The record for Child #2, enrolled for over five months, was missing the place of employment for one parent. -The record for Child #3, enrolled for over five months, was missing the home phone number for both parents, work phone number and place of employment for one parent. -The record for Child #4, enrolled for over two years, was missing the home phone number and work phone number for one parent, and the address of the second emergency contact. -The record for Child #5, enrolled for two weeks, was missing the address for two emergency contacts.”
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A written agreement between the parent and the center shall be in each child’s record by the first day of the child’s attendance. The agreement shall be signed by the parent and shall include the required information.
“Child #5, who was enrolled for two weeks, did not have a parental agreement available for review at the time of inspection.”
Sep 10, 2025: inspection2 deficiencies
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Each staff member shall submit documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening.
“Staff #1, employed for more than 4 years did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening. Staff #4, employed for more than 6 years did not have documentation of a negative tuberculosis screening.”
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When food is brought from home, the following shall apply: the food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner.
“Five lunch boxes brought from home were not labeled with the date or a way to identify the owner.”
May 19, 2025: inspection1 deficiency
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Repeat violation
“The center is required to obtain a search of the child abuse and neglect registry or equivalent registry from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #2, employed for more than 3 years, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check from one state.”
Feb 19, 2025: inspection6 deficiencies
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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 more than 2 years did not have a central registry search on record.”
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Repeat violation
“The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years. Staff #3, employed for more than 3 years, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check, criminal history check, and a sex offender check from one state.”
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Repeat violation
“At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, staff members shall obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Staff #1 had a TB test that was expired for less than a week. Staff #2 had a TB test that was expired for over 3 years. Staff #4 had a TB test that was expired for 6 weeks.”
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Repeat violation
“Staff shall complete orientation training prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Staff #2 has been employed for more than 2 years and did not have orientation on record.”
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Repeat violation
“Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: Documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age. Child #3 has been enrolled for more than 6 months and did not have documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”
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Repeat violation
“The following staff records shall be kept for each staff person: Documentation that 2 or more references were checked before employment, telephone number of a person to be notified in an emergency, and documentation of education. Staff #2, who was been employed for more than 2 years, did not have documentation of reference verification and an emergency contact. Staff #4, who has been employed for over a year, did not have documentation of reference verification.”
Sep 26, 2024: inspection12 deficiencies
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The center is required to have employees undergo a background check every five years.
“The most recent central registry check for staff #2 was overdue by 1 year. The most recent criminal history check for staff #2 was overdue by 1 year and 1 month.”
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The center is required to obtain a completed sworn statement prior to the employee’s first day of employment.
“The sworn statement for Staff #2, who is currently working, was not available during inspection.”
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The center is required to obtain background checks from any state in which the individual has resided in the preceding five years.
“Staff #1, employed for approximately 3 years, did not have documentation of requesting a central registry check or criminal history check from one state.”
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Child day programs that serves preschool-age children shall be equipped with at least one carbon monoxide detector.
“The JK building did not have a carbon monoxide detector during the inspection.”
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REPEAT VIOLATION At least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, or more frequently as if recommended by a licensed physician or the local health department.
“Staff #1had a TB test that was expired for 2 years. Staff #2 did not have a TB test available during the inspection.”
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Staff shall complete orientation training in subsection C of this section prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities.
“Staff #1 who was working for approximately three years did not have an orientation on record. Staff #2 who was working for approximately 14 years did not have an orientation on record.”
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Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children.
“There were 3 cans of Lysol unlocked in the upper bathroom cabinet. There were Clorox wipes unlocked under the sink in the main room.”
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Cribs, cots, mats and beds used by children other than infants during the designated rest period or during evening and overnight care shall have linens consisting of a top cover and a bottom cover or a one-piece covering which is open on three edges.
“Six children did not have a bottom cover. Three children did not have a top cover.”
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Emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place procedures or maps shall be posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children on each floor of each building.
“An emergency evacuation and shelter-in-place map was not available.”
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When food is brought from home, the following shall apply: The food container shall be sealed and clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner.
“Nine lunch boxes were not labeled with the child’s name or date.”
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REPEAT VIOLATION Each center shall maintain and keep at the center a separate record for each child enrolled which shall contain the following information: Documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.
“Child #3 and child #5 were enrolled for approximately 3 weeks and did not have documentation of viewing proof of the child’s identity and age.”
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The center should obtain a complete staff record for each person.
“Staff #1 who was working for 3 years was missing 2 references and proof of education. Staff #2 who was working for approximately 14 years did not have a staff record available during the inspection.”
Feb 29, 2024: inspection2 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-160-C
“Repeat Violation Based on a review of staff records, the CDC did not ensure repeat Tuberculosis screenings or tests were completed every 2 years. Evidence: Staff #2 had a TB test that expired on 05/04/2021.”
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8VAC20-780-60-A
“Based on a review of child records, the CDC did not ensure each record contained all of the required information. Evidence: Child #1 did not have documentation of proof of identity available during the inspection.”
Sep 20, 2023: inspection5 deficiencies
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22.1-289.035-A
“Based on a review of staff records, the CDC did not ensure all employees had repeat background checks every five years. Evidence: Staff #3 did not have results of a current central registry search on record during the inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on a review of staff records, the CDC did not ensure all employees had a TB test or screening at least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing. Evidence: Staff #2 had TB results dated 6/19/2021 (expired 6/19/2023) Staff #3 did not have TB results in their record.”
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8VAC20-780-210-A
“Based on a review of records, the CDC did not ensure program leaders had required documentation to be in the program leader role. Evidence: Staff in the extended day program did not have documentation of program leader qualifications.”
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8VAC20-780-240-B
“Based on a review of staff records, the CDC did not ensure orientation was documented prior to the staff member working alone with children and no later than seven days of the date of assuming job responsibilities. Evidence: Staff #4 (date of hire 5/27/23) and staff #5 (date of hire 5/15/2022) did not have orientation documented in their record.”
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8VAC20-780-550-C
“Based on observation, the CDC did not ensure the emergency evacuation map was posted in a location conspicuous to staff and children in each building. Evidence: There was no emergency evacuation map posted in the building where the children are.”
Feb 8, 2023: inspection3 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-130-A
“Based on a review of child files, the center did not obtain documentation that each child has received the immunizations required before the child can attend the center. Evidence: Child #2 and child #3 did not have documentation of immunizations on file during the inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-140-A
“Based on a review of child files, each child did not have a physical examination by or under the director of a physician. Evidence: Child # 2 did not have a physical examination on file during the inspection.”
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8VAC20-780-160-C
“Based on a review of staff files, at least every two years from the date of the first initial screening or testing, staff member did not obtain and submit the results of a follow-up tuberculosis screening. Evidence: Staff #1 had a TB test dated 12/06/2020 during the inspection.”
Sep 13, 2022: inspection3 deficiencies
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8VAC20-780-280-B
“Based on observation, cleaning materials were not kept in a locked lace using a safe locking method. Evidence: A container of Clorox wipes were in an unlocked upper bathroom cabinet.”
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8VAC20-780-450-A
“Based on observation, mats used by children during the designated rest period did not have linens consisting of a bottom cover. Evidence: The mats in the classroom did not have a bottom cover.”
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8VAC20-780-550-G
“Based on observation and staff interview, documentation was not maintained of emergency evacuation drills. Evidence: The staff member verified that the drills were done but not documented.”
Jun 6, 2022: inspection5 deficiencies
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22.1-289.035-A
“Based on a review of records, a staff record does not contain documentation of repeated background searches. Evidence: A staff member who was observed alone with a group of children during the inspection, does not have repeated background search documents available for review. (Staff 1)”
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22.1-289.058
“Based on staff statement and an inspection of the building, there is no Carbon Monoxide detector in a building built before 2015 that is used for preschoolers. Evidence: The Jr. Kindergarten building does not have a Carbon Monoxide detector in use.”
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8VAC20-780-160-A
“Based on a review of records, one staff record does not contain documentation of a current TB screening result. Evidence: 1 of 3 staff records reviewed did not contain documentation of a current Tb screening. (Staff 1)”
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8VAC20-780-560-G
“Based on direct observation, food containers brought from home are not clearly dated and labeled in a way that identifies the owner. Evidence: 2 of 2 lunch boxes inspected did not have today’s date on the container.”
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8VAC20-820-120-E-2
“Based on observation certain documents related to the terms of the license were not posted. Evidence: The findings of the most recent inspection were not posted or available for review.”
All 11 visits on record
| Date | Visit | What the record says |
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| Sep 30, 2026 | Inspection | 10 violations cited |
| Feb 25, 2026 | Inspection | 7 violations cited |
| Sep 10, 2025 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| May 19, 2025 | Inspection | 1 violation cited |
| Feb 19, 2025 | Inspection | 6 violations cited |
| Sep 26, 2024 | Inspection | 12 violations cited |
| Feb 29, 2024 | Inspection | 2 violations cited |
| Sep 20, 2023 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
| Feb 8, 2023 | Inspection | 3 violations cited |
| Sep 13, 2022 | Inspection | 3 violations cited |
| Jun 6, 2022 | Inspection | 5 violations cited |
Is it licensed?
- Child Day Center: Two Year license, expires Sep 30, 2027.
- Ages: 3 years 9 months - 12 years 11 months.
- Capacity: 300 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 1353 child care providers in Fairfax County, the middle value for violations cited in the last three years was 7; this one had 40.
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 |
|---|---|
| Childtime Learning Center - Huntington | 30 |
| Lucia Martinez | 35 |
| Friba Nezami | 5 |
| MARIA VASQUEZ DE LOZANO | 1 |
| Sandi Yesmina Rivas De Lemus | 21 |
| Marzia Amin | 3 |
| Burgundy Farm Country Day School This child care provider | 40 |
| The Brooksfield School | 3 |
| Tysons Corner Children’s Center -Spring Hill | 9 |
| Common Ground Child Care | 41 |
| Teddy Bear Day Care of University Mall | 24 |
| Grasshopper Green and Kenwood School | 7 |
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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