Ridge Kids Academy Inc, Cabell Campus

When necessary and appropriate, other professionals also participate in the development and implementation of the plan and, when necessary, receive written reports of the child's progress; and

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

The requirement to report immediately any suspected incident of child abuse and neglect to the director or designated person-in-charge, and to Child Protective Services; or when the staff member believes that the director or designated person-in-charge would not or has failed to report the suspected incident to the Child Abuse Hotline, 1-800-352-6513; and

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Subjecting a child to physical punishment of any kind, including, but not limited to, shaking, striking, spanking, swatting, thumping, pinching, popping, shoving, spitting, biting, hair puling, yanking, slamming, excessive exercise or any cruel treatment that may cause pain;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Staff members cooperate in implementing the plan and keep on file at the center a copy of the plan, a record of the steps taken during implementation, and the child's progress in meeting the goals of the plan.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Prepare a child for his or her next activity a few minutes ahead of time, and allow the child a brief transition time before beginning the new activity;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Make eye contact with the child and kneel or sit beside the child whenever possible when speaking to the child;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Ensure that when it appears that a child is developing a pattern of unacceptable behavior, the staff member with the delegated responsibility for the child discusses the child's behavior in private with the director and informs the child's parents.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Ensure that the guidance, behavior management and discipline practices are constructive and educational in nature, appropriate to each child's age and circumstances, and in keeping with the center's policies and procedures;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Ensure that staff members are aware of behavior issues relating to an individual child, and treat behavior problems individually and in private;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A parent is given written communication about the circumstances necessitating the plan and is provided the opportunity to participate in the development of the plan. The center shall provide the parent with a copy of the completed plan and regular written reports of the child's progress;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-15, ended 2026-09-15). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall ensure that its attendance procedures include accounting for a child at all times and taking action when a child is lost on or off the premises.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-26, ended 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Periodically throughout the day, the staff member responsible for each group of children shall check the daily roster to ensure that all children are present or accounted for.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-26, ended 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall prepare a written, daily roster that includes the first and last names of each child in each group of children, the name of the staff member responsible for the group, and the space designated for use by the group both at the center and at off-site locations used during field trips.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-26, ended 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall keep each daily roster in a designated location where it is readily available in case of emergencies and can be used to confirm attendance following an evacuation from the premises or upon returning from a field trip.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-26, ended 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

The children have adequate supervision at all times;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-26, ended 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

A center shall separate indoor areas regularly occupied by older children from children 24 months of age and under;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-26, ended 2026-04-30). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

The children have adequate supervision at all times;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-02-17, ended 2026-03-20). Outcome: Pending. Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

For each singe-age group at a center, the center shall maintain the staff-to-child ratio and group size described in Table A of Appendix 78-1-E of this rule;

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

Providing a signed incident or accident report when an incident or accident resulted in first aid. The report shall include, at a minimum, the time, date, location, description of the incident or accident, the action taken and the name of the staff person responsible for the child at that time;

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-09-09, ended 2025-11-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-11-14). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Verbally report the occurrence within 24 hours or by the next work day to the Secretary, and before the end of the day, ensure that the staff member in charge prepares and signs a serious occurrence report; and

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-09-09, ended 2025-11-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-11-14). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

Complete a report of each serious occurrence ensuring that the report is signed by the staff member completing it and by the child's parent. Copies of the report are to be placed in the child's file and in a separate cumulative file maintained by the center.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-09-09, ended 2025-11-14). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2025-11-14). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

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 2025-08-08, ended 2026-01-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

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 2025-08-08, ended 2026-01-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

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 2025-08-08, ended 2026-01-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).

All qualified staff shall complete the approved training which is necessary to keep the credential current.

Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2025-08-08, ended 2026-01-13). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-01-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).