Precious Moments
ELKVIEW, WV·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4928 ELK RIVER RD S, ELKVIEW, WV, 25071
CountyKanawha
Phone(304) 988-6309
Operating details
Capacity60
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/12/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High1
- Medium15
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
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4928 ELK RIVER RD S, ELKVIEW, WV, 25071, ELKVIEW, WV 25071
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/12/2026
- High7
- Medium-High1
- Medium15
- Medium-Low2
- Low0
2026
- Medium risk6/12/2026
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 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - High risk6/12/2026
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 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/12/2026
A center shall require all staff to meet approved pre-service training requirements and pre-service education qualifications other than that noted in subdivision 8.6.c. Provided: Staff persons who have remained employed by the center since July 1, 2003 and have been in continuous employment in that position or one requiring greater qualifications in a child care setting since July 1, 1998, shall be considered to meet the qualification of their position except the requirement of approved pre-service training.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk6/12/2026
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 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - High risk6/12/2026
Prior to receiving the WV CARES fitness determination required under this rule on any staff member, a center shall have in place a safety plan that ensures that the staff member works under direct supervision and is not left alone with a child.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - High risk6/12/2026
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 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - High risk6/12/2026
Other than the exceptions cited in subdivision 8.4.e., a center shall ensure that a state and federal fingerprint-based criminal background investigation is performed on each staff member and volunteer pursuant to the provisions of the West Virginia Clearance for Access: Registry and Employment Screening Act (WV CARES), W. Va. Code §16-49-1 et seq., and W. Va. Code R. §69-10-1, et seq., and shall keep the following information on file:
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-06-12, ended 2026-07-13). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Not corrected - Medium risk4/20/2026
A center shall ensure that a common outdoor area is not regularly used at the same time by groups of school-age children and by groups five years of age and younger;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-19). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
A licensee shall post the license or certificate of approval in a conspicuous place in the center.
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-19). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-20). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/20/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-19). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/19/2026 - High risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-26). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/26/2026 - Medium-High risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/30/2026 - High risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/30/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-19). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
A fitness determination of eligibility from the WV CARES unit; and
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/30/2026 - Medium-Low risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/30/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-26). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/26/2026 - Medium-Low risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-19). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium risk4/20/2026
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 2026-04-20, ended 2026-06-11). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-05-19). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 5/19/2026 - Medium risk3/2/2026
A current job description;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-02, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium risk3/2/2026
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 2026-03-02, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-30). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/30/2026 - Medium risk3/2/2026
Have the parent clearly label each bottle of breast milk with the child's name, date expressed, date frozen if applicable, and date received;
Non-compliance cited by WV child care licensing (corrective action plan started 2026-03-02, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/1/2026 - High risk3/2/2026
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 2026-03-02, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Achieved (issue completed 2026-03-31). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 3/31/2026 - Medium risk3/2/2026
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 2026-03-02, ended 2026-04-02). Outcome: Not Achieved (issue completed 2026-04-01). Source: WV DoHS/DHHR Child Care Provider Search (corrective action plans).
Corrected 4/1/2026
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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
$1,092/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: ELKVIEW, Kanawha County
- Capacity: 60
- Type: Child Care Center
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