Bright Start Learning Center
RANSON, WV·Child Care ProviderLicensed
Contact information
Address208 E 10TH AVE, RANSON, WV, 25438
CityRANSON, WV 25438
CountyJefferson
Phone(304) 725-8503
Operating details
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/20/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High0
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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208 E 10TH AVE, RANSON, WV, 25438, RANSON, WV 25438
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/20/2026
- High0
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk1/20/2026
That each staff member has a written plan for the completion of training that is agreed upon during orientation; and
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-01-20, ended 2026-03-20). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-22). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 1/22/2026
2025
- Medium risk2/19/2025
Use zones are extended by at least six feet in all directions from the perimeter of indoor climbing equipment, and the use zone surfacing is constructed of material that has an American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) rating for the critical fall height of the equipment. The use zone surfacing shall be securely fixed in place;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-02-19, ended 2025-06-24). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-06-24). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 6/24/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$821/month
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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: RANSON, Jefferson County
- Type: Child Care Provider
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