Discovery Kingdom , LLC

CHARLESTON, WVChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity133
Est. price$1,035/mo

Contact information

Address1400 Quarrier St, Charleston, WV, 25301

CityCHARLESTON, WV 25301

CountyKanawha

Phone(304) 345 5437

Operating details

Capacity133

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/20/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low3
  • Low0

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Location

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1400 Quarrier St, Charleston, WV, 25301, CHARLESTON, WV 25301

Questions to ask on a tour

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  1. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
  2. This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
  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: 8/20/2025

  • High3
  • Medium-High4
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low2
  • Low0

2025

  1. Medium-High risk8/20/2025

    Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-08-20, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2025-09-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  2. Medium-Low risk7/29/2025

    A center shall maintain a written record of the dates and times when vehicle evacuation drills are conducted.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-18). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/18/2025
  3. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    When it provides transportation according to a regular schedule, a center shall conduct a vehicle evacuation drill at least two times a year.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-18). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/18/2025
  4. Medium-Low risk7/29/2025

    A completed and signed WV CARES self-disclosure application and consent form. A copy of the form shall be on file and uploaded to the WV CARES system no later than the date of hire;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  5. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    Are in good repair and free of sharp points or corners, pinch or crush points, splinters, protruding nails or bolts, loose rusty parts, hazardous small parts that may be swallowed, identified poisons or paint that contains lead, and are regularly inspected by staff for potential hazards;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2025-09-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  6. Medium-High risk7/29/2025

    Ensure that the premises, furnishings, equipment and supplies are in good repair and present no hazard to the health and safety of the children;

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2025-09-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  7. High risk7/29/2025

    A licensee shall submit an application for renewal of a license or certificate of approval to the Secretary not less than 60 days prior to the expiration of the current license.

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2025-09-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 9/30/2025
  8. Medium risk7/29/2025

    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 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-08-29). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
  9. High risk7/29/2025

    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 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-08-29). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 8/29/2025
  10. High risk7/29/2025

    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 2025-07-29, ended 2025-09-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-07-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 7/15/2025
  11. Medium risk3/3/2025

    The parent has access to the center when his or her child is in attendance; and,

    Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-03-03, ended 2025-04-03). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-04-03). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

    Corrected 4/3/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

13Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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.

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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: CHARLESTON, Kanawha County
  • Capacity: 133
  • Type: Child Care Center

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