Yes I have looked on the site. There are just so many that I prefer going based on a recommendation. With My older child I found there was a huge range in providers. I was shocked some even had a license and never would have left my child with them. Obviously always need to do your homework, but it was a total waste of time even visiting some places.

Time to start calling

are you familiar with this site?
http://www.dss.state.va.us/facility/search/licensed.cgi
you can put in the zip codes near you (don't just stick to the one) and go from there.

I talked to one provider near there who I thought was terrific. This was a few years ago but see if she's still in business. (we ended up using a daycare center closer to home.)
Dilek 571-276-0902 2821 Hogan Ct., Falls Church, VA (at Lee and Hyson)

We live in the greenway downs neightborhood (22042, between 50 and 29) and are looking for a home daycare close to our home. Does anyone have any suggestions?