2 Questions re: starting an unlicensed day care at home in Virginia.?
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to get the official confirmation and make sure that you do not run afoul of the law, I suggest you check with the agency licensing daycares in Virginia. Ask for their policies on unlicensed daycares:
Virginia Department of Social Services
Division of Licensing Programs
7 North Eighth Street
Richmond, VA 23219
Phone: 800-543-7545 (within state)
or 804-662-9743 (nationwide)
Fax: 804-662-9743
Web site: http://www.dss.state.va.us/division/lice.
According to the Virginia Department of Social Services
http://www.dss.virginia.gov/facility/chi.
"The Code of Virginia mandates the licensure of family day homes that provide care for six to twelve children (exclusive of the provider's own children and any children who reside in the home)."
From the above, I would surmise that you can run an unlicensed daycare if you have 5 or less children. But I suggest you call them and verify
Another thing to consider in starting a day care in your home is what does your home owners insurance policy state? You may not be covered if a child gets injured on your property. You'd be better off in that regard going through whatever licensing process your state requires. But do check your policy.
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