Child Development Center of Central W V, Inc.

BUCKHANNON, WVChild Care CenterLicensed

3.1based on state inspection data
Capacity98
Est. price$1,092/mo

Contact information

Address20 Camden Ave, Buckhannon, WV, 26201

CityBUCKHANNON, WV 26201

CountyUpshur

Phone(304) 473-8348

Operating details

Capacity98

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 3/18/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High8
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

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Location

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20 Camden Ave, Buckhannon, WV, 26201, BUCKHANNON, WV 26201

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  1. This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  2. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  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: 3/18/2026

  • High4
  • Medium-High3
  • Medium9
  • Medium-Low1
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk3/18/2026

    A search shall be done of the state-based child and adult abuse and neglect registries and protective services databases in each state where the staff member or volunteer resided during the preceding five years. The same search shall be done in the state where the staff member or volunteer currently resides, and shall be repeated every five years.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-18, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-02). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 4/2/2026
  2. Medium-High risk3/18/2026

    A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-18, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-18). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 3/18/2026
  3. Medium risk3/18/2026

    Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-18, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-02). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 4/2/2026

2025

  1. Medium risk6/27/2025

    A center shall require all staff to meet approved pre-service training requirements and pre-service education qualifications other than that noted in subdivision 8.6.c. Provided: Staff persons who have remained employed by the center since July 1, 2003 and have been in continuous employment in that position or one requiring greater qualifications in a child care setting since July 1, 1998, shall be considered to meet the qualification of their position except the requirement of approved pre-service training.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  2. Medium risk6/27/2025

    Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  3. High risk6/27/2025

    Brushing Teeth. A center shall provide appropriate opportunities for the children in care to have supervised practice of brushing teeth on a daily basis; and

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/23/2025
  4. High risk6/27/2025

    A center shall conduct a fire drill at least two times a month during its regular hours of operation, keeping a written record of the dates and times when fire drills are conducted.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/23/2025
  5. Medium risk6/27/2025

    A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  6. Medium risk6/27/2025

    Prior to caring for children, all current and potential staff are required to complete approved pre-service training. Prior to or during the first week of employment and prior to having sole responsibility for a group of children, a center shall provide orientation to the staff member that includes a review of:

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  7. Medium risk6/27/2025

    A center shall provide each new staff member with a notification letter that includes his or her effective date of hire, position title, qualifications, duties and responsibilities at the time of hiring.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  8. Medium-High risk6/27/2025

    A center shall secure from the employee a recent health assessment performed not more than 90 days prior to the date hired for the employee and signed by a licensed health care provider. The health assessment shall be on file no later than 30 days from the first date of employment. A health assessment for a volunteer shall be on file if the volunteer is scheduled to work at least 40 hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include:

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  9. Medium-High risk6/27/2025

    Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) and First Aid. Within three months of employment or use staff members shall have current CPR certification appropriate to the age of the children in care and current first aid training. Except in the first year of employment or use, training in CPR and First Aid is in addition to the requirement for annual professional development.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  10. Medium-Low risk6/27/2025

    A tuberculosis risk assessment that is repeated annually or a tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method, if a screening is indicated by the tuberculosis risk assessment.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  11. Medium risk6/27/2025

    Has a personally labeled toothbrush with bristles in good condition, that is stored in a sanitary manner so that it does not touch another toothbrush and that its bristles are exposed to the air to dry;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/23/2025
  12. Medium risk6/27/2025

    For a child of 25 months and over, a center shall ensure that the child:

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-23). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/23/2025
  13. Medium risk6/27/2025

    All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025
  14. High risk6/27/2025

    Abuse Recognition and Prevention. Within three months of employment or use, staff members shall have training in child abuse recognition and prevention. Training in child abuse recognition and prevention may be used to meet the requirement for annual professional development described in this section.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-06-27, ended 2025-07-31). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/22/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

21Total Violations
3Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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Estimated monthly cost

$1,092/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 West Virginia run about $747/month for infant care at a center (federal median)see daycare costs in West Virginia by age group.

About this daycare

  • Location: BUCKHANNON, Upshur County
  • Capacity: 98
  • Type: Child Care Center

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