Denbigh Christian Academy

NEWPORT NEWS, VAChild Day CenterLicensed

2.7based on state inspection data
Capacity200
Hours6:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday
Est. price$899/mo

Contact information

Address1233 Shields Road, NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23608

CityNEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608

CountyNEWPORT NEWS

Phone(757) 874-8661

Operating details

Hours6:00 am - 6:00 pm, Monday - Friday

Capacity200

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High5
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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Location

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1233 Shields Road, NEWPORT NEWS, VA, 23608, NEWPORT NEWS, VA 23608

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  3. Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
  4. Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/12/2026

  • High2
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. Medium-High riskStandard 86/12/2026

    8VAC20-780-280-B

    Hazardous substances such as cleaning materials shall be kept in a locked place using a safe locking method that prevents access by children. Two containers of disinfectant wipes with the warning labels, "Keep out of reach of children," were unlocked in the four and five year old and the two year old classroom, within reach of children. A container of disinfectant wipes with the warning labels, "Keep out of reach of children," were unlocked in on top of the diapering station in the girls bathroom.

    Not corrected
  2. High riskStandard 86/12/2026

    8VAC20-790-600-D-1

    Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) appropriate to the ages of children in care. The training shall include an in-person competency demonstration. Staff#3 did not have current certification documentation of a cardiopulmonary resuscitation in the file during the inspection.

    Not corrected
  3. Medium-High riskStandard 86/12/2026

    8VAC20-790-600-D-2

    Current certification in first aid appropriate to the ages of children in care. Staff#3 did not have documentation for current certification in first aid appropriate in the file during this inspection.

    Not corrected
  4. Medium-High riskStandard 84/13/2026

    8VAC20-780-60-A-8

    A written care plan is required 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. Child #6, who has been enrolled for over one year, has a diagnosed food allergy and did not have a written care plan in their file.

    Not corrected
  5. High riskStandard 84/13/2026

    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 were two sink basins in the bathroom showing visible rusting and deterioration along the front edge, with areas of chipped and corroded surface.

    Not corrected

2025

  1. Medium riskStandard 83/3/2025

    8VAC20-780-500-C

    When toilet chairs are used, they shall be emptied promptly, cleaned and sanitized after each use. A child-sized toilet chair in one of the bathrooms was observed to have urine in the bowl.

    Not corrected

Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

13Total Violations
5Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$899/month

This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.

Typical prices in Virginia run about $1,267/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in Virginia by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: NEWPORT NEWS, NEWPORT NEWS County
  • Capacity: 200
  • Type: Child Day Center

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