Ridge Kids Academy, Inc.
BARBOURSVILLE, WV·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address60 Victory Place Dr, Barboursville, WV, 25504
CountyCabell
Phone(304) 733-6267
Operating details
Capacity313
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/6/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High5
- Medium9
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
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Location
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60 Victory Place Dr, Barboursville, WV, 25504, BARBOURSVILLE, WV 25504
Questions to ask on a tour
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- This facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- 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
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 7/6/2026
- High4
- Medium-High2
- Medium4
- Medium-Low1
- Low0
2026
- High risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/6/2026
Electrical Outlet. A center shall ensure that when an electrical outlet within reach of a child younger than school age is not in use, it is protected by a cover.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-06-24). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/6/2026
A center shall provide a minimum of 35 square feet per child of usable indoor space that is approved by the Secretary for daily program activities. A center shall make the rooms and areas of the center that are not approved for a childs use inaccessible to the children.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-06-24). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium-Low risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/6/2026
Products containing potentially hazardous chemicals, including identified poisons, medications, certain cleaning supplies, and art supplies, not clearly labeled as "nontoxic," are inaccessible to the children in a locked cabinet away from food, and when possible, stored in their original containers and never in containers originally designed for food; and
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium-High risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - High risk7/6/2026
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 2026-07-06, ended 2026-08-06). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected
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.
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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: BARBOURSVILLE, Cabell County
- Capacity: 313
- Type: Child Care Center
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