You can check online to see if your child's day care must be licensed and if it is. Here's where to look:
In Virginia:
Use the Virginia Department of Social Services' website to understand licensing rules and check on a license
Child Care Aware of Virginia also has good resources to find quality care.
In Maryland:
The Maryland Department of Education runs a site where you can learn more about child care and search inspection results.
In D.C.:
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The Office of the State Superintendent of Education Child Care Connections page will help you find a licensed day care provider.
