Kanawha Valley Enrichment Center
SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address261 Staunton Ave, South Charleston, WV, 25303
CitySOUTH CHARLESTON, WV 25303
CountyKanawha
Phone(304) 414 4420
Operating details
Capacity166
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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261 Staunton Ave, South Charleston, WV, 25303, SOUTH CHARLESTON, WV 25303
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/13/2026
- High1
- Medium-High2
- Medium5
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- Medium-High risk3/13/2026
Readily available at all times, including in the outdoor activity area, on all field trips away from the center and in each vehicle provided by the center for the transportation of children.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-06-05). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 6/5/2026 - High risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-06-05). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 6/5/2026 - Medium risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-06-05). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 6/5/2026 - Medium-High risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - Medium risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - Medium risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - Medium-Low risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - Medium risk3/13/2026
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 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - Medium risk3/13/2026
A center shall document that preservice training and orientation training was provided by having the staff member and center director sign a statement acknowledging receiving both preservice and orientation training and shall keep the statement in the staff member's file.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-13, ended 2026-04-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$1,035/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: SOUTH CHARLESTON, Kanawha County
- Capacity: 166
- Type: Child Care Center
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