Regular Child Care Center
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YMCA-Parkersburg Child Care Center
Parkersburg, WV
· Wood County
1800 30th St,
Parkersburg, WV 26104
Quick Facts
Capacity
312 children
Age Range
2 Years 0 Months - 13 Years 0 Months
Subsidized Program
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Contact Information
📞 (304) 485-5585
Licensed Regular Child Care Center
Active License
Active Through
Jan 28, 2028
Issued By
West Virginia Department of Health And Human Resources
Licensor
APRIL SKIDMORE
District Office
West Virginia Dept of Health & Human Resources - Division of Early Care and Education
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About the Provider
Welcome to YMCA Child Care!! The YMCA is dedicated to providing high-quality, affordable child care that develops children to their fullest potential. Nationally, the YMCA is the largest provider of child care. Ages and classes available are: YMCA Preschool (ages 2-5) Wood County Pre-K (held in collaboration with the Wood County Board of Education) YMCA School Age (Grades K-5) School's Out Days
Hours of Operation
- Days of Operation Monday - Friday
- Open HoursMonday through Thursday from 5:00 am to 10:00 pm Friday 5:00 am to 9:00 pm Saturday 7:00 am to 8:00 pm Sunday 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm
Inspection/Report History
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| Corrective Action Plan Start | Corrective Action Plan End | Outcome Code | Issue Completed Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A physical examination, including vision and hearing screening; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: All staff in positions that are not qualified staff positions shall have training within the first three months of employment related to their responsibilities, renew child abuse and neglect recognition every three years and keep first aid and CPR certification current. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 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. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 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. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A significant health history which the center needs to know in order to protect the health of the employee or the health and safety of children in care; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A statement that the prospective staff member has no known condition or disease which would interfere with the proper care of children; and | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 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. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 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. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A procedure for maintaining a written record of the dates and times when the practice sessions are conducted; and | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A procedure for practicing moving to the safe location within a center at least two times a year; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A procedure for practicing relocation with staff members two times per year; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: Submission of an emergency and disaster evacuation plan to the Director of the Office of Emergency Services in the county where the center is located or any other designated authority with a procedure to submit any changes to that plan by December 31 of each year; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: The location of a center's first aid kit and other emergency supplies; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: The location of the child's emergency information; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: The name, address and telephone number of a health professional or facility available to provide medical consultation to the center; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: The name, address, telephone number and location of the emergency facility to be used when a center cannot reach the child's parent or licensed health care provider, or when transporting the ill or injured child to the preferred hospital could result in a serious delay in obtaining medical attention; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: The procedures to be followed; | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 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. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: Prior to caring for children, all current and potential staff are required to complete approved pre-service training. Prior to or during the first week of employment and prior to having sole responsibility for a group of children, a center shall provide orientation to the staff member that includes a review of: | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 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: | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: A center shall maintain a written record of the dates and times when vehicle evacuation drills are conducted. | |||
| 2025-12-17 | 2026-01-16 | Achieved | 2026-01-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: When it provides transportation according to a regular schedule, a center shall conduct a vehicle evacuation drill at least two times a year. | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Not Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g. 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 forty (40) hours per month in the center. The health assessment shall include | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Not Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.7.d. All staff in positions that are not qualified staff positions shall have training within the first six (6) months of employment related to their responsibilities, renew child abuse and neglect recognition every three years and keep first aid and CPR certification current | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Not Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g.4. 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 | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 13.5.h.4. Plastic bags, latex gloves and styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child less than four (4) years of age, and that balloons are completely prohibited in a center that serves children less than school age | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 13.7. Storage of Equipment, Materials and Supplies. A center shall provide storage for equipment, materials and supplies that includes: | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 19.4.a. A center shall prepare a written, daily roster that includes the first and last names of each child in each group of children, 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 | |||
| 2024-02-20 | 2025-12-17 | Achieved | 2024-03-30 |
| Non Compliance Code: 13.1.d. 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 | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g. Employee and some volunteers have a recent health assessment on file within 30 days | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g.4. Health assessment includes TB risk assessment | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.7.d. Non qualified staff have training within the first 6 months | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 13.1.d. In good repair and are regularly inspected | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 13.5.h.4. Plastic bags, latex gloves and Styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child under 4 years of age | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 13.7. The center provides storage for equipment, materials and supplies | |||
| 2024-02-20 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 19.4.a. Center has written, daily roster that includes names of each child used during field trips | |||
| 2024-01-16 | 2024-01-31 | Achieved | 2024-01-31 |
| Non Compliance Code: 10.1.a. Children have adequate supervision | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-01-31 |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.4.e. Child's health insurance coverage and policy number | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-01-31 |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.4.i. Parent consent for photographs, or audio or video recordings | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-01-31 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.6.a. Monitor and implement training and maintaining training records | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-06 |
| Non Compliance Code: 10.3.c. Groups of children are assigned a qualified staff member | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-06 |
| Non Compliance Code: 14.1.d. Is posted in clear view. | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 15.1. Child Immunization Records | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-06 |
| Non Compliance Code: 15.4.h.4. A center shall store all medication in its original bottle or package | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-06 |
| Non Compliance Code: 19.4.a. Center has written, daily roster that includes names of each child used during field trips | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-01-31 |
| Non Compliance Code: 20.4.c.2. Outdoor environment is clear of hazards | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.a. Written notification to staff regarding position, qualifications, and duties | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.b.2. New employees evaluated initially, at 3-months, 6-months, and 12-months | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-15 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.d. Center personnel files includes | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Not Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g. Employee and some volunteers have a recent health assessment on file within 30 days | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Not Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g.4. Health assessment includes TB risk assessment | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.6.f.2. Abuse Recognition and Prevention | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-11 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.d.1. Current job description: | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-11 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.d.2. Two written references (3 for Director); | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.6.e. Center documents orientation training | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.7.b. Qualified staff apply for WV STARS Career Pathway | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 15.2. Child Health Assessment | |||
| 2024-01-11 | 2024-02-20 | Not Achieved | 2024-02-20 |
| Non Compliance Code: 13.5.h.4. Plastic bags, latex gloves and Styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child under 4 years of age | |||
| 2023-12-20 | 2024-01-19 | Achieved | 2024-01-19 |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.6. Center has developed a plan for exchange of information with parents | |||
| 2022-08-25 | 2022-09-28 | Achieved | 2022-09-28 |
| Non Compliance Code: 23.1. Centers which operate school-age programs shall comply | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 22.8. When the center owns the vehicle, a weekly safety check is conducted and recorded | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 14.1.b. Is based on knowledge of child development and needs of children. | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 15.4.h.15. A center shall post the "Seven Rights of Medication Administration" | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 19.6.g.2. Location of center's first aid kit and emergency supplies | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 20.4.c.2. Outdoor environment is clear of hazards | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 6.3.a.3.G. Periodic performance evaluations | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.d.2. Two written references (3 for Director); | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.4.c. A criminal background investigation (CIB) check or FBI check on staff and volunteers | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.4.d. Completed, signed, and dated Authorization and Release for Protective Service Record Check on file | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.g.2. Health assessment includes physical exam, vision and hearing screening, | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 13.4.i.4. Bedding covers all sleeping surfaces before use | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 13.5.h.4. Plastic bags, latex gloves and Styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child under 4 years of age | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 14.1. The center has a written daily schedule that: | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 14.1.a. Reflects goals & objectives in statement of purpose | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 19.4.a. Center has written, daily roster that includes names of each child used during field trips | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 19.8.a.3. Location of passenger log and children's emergency information | |||
| 2022-01-12 | Pending | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 19.10.a. Equipped with band aids, a non mercury thermometer, gauze, and pencil and paper | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 14.1.d. Is posted in clear, public view. | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.4.c. The names, addresses and telephone numbers of at least one (1) additional individual who can assume responsibility if the center cannot locate the parent | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 19.7.b. A center shall conduct a fire drill at least two (2) times a month during its regular hours of operation, keeping a written record of the dates and times when fire drills are conducted. | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Not Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 13.1.d. 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 | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.c.2. On all newly employed staff members and staff members new to their positions, initially, at three (3) months, six (6) months, and twelve (12) months. | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 14.5. Staffing Pattern. A center shall arrange its staffing pattern so that each child has a primary care giver who is a qualified staff member. Staff members shall interact personally with the infant, toddler, and child under school age by: | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.1.b. The center shall ensure the parent has access to a copy of this rule | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Not Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 19.6.e. For a non medical emergency that identifies staff members responsible for implementing the plan and includes:19.6.e.7. A procedure for practicing moving to the safe location within a center at least two (2) times a year, or when the center operates a summer recreation camp program, at least every two (2) weeks and, within the first two (2) days of each enrollment cycle; | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 4.2.a.3. A positive inspection from the county Department of Health, including the Department of Health Child Care Center Inspection Report and the Department of Health Inspection Report for Food Service Establishments | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 19.10.a. Equipped with band aids, a non mercury thermometer, gauze, tape, scissors, tweezers, disposable nonporous gloves, a first aid guide, the telephone number of a poison control center, coins for a pay telephone, and pencil and paper; and | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 11.8.a. Providing to each child's parent written copies and an oral explanation of a center's policies on behavior management and the reporting of child abuse and neglect, and updating parents on policy changes when they occur;11.8.b. Obtaining a signed and dated acknowledgment that the center has explained the policies and provided the parent with a copy. The statement shall bear the child's name, the date of enrollment, and, if different, the date the parent signs the statement; and | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 11.7.b. Obtaining a signed and dated acknowledgment that the staff member has read and understands the policies or revised policies; and11.7.c. Placing the signed acknowledgment statement in the staff member's file. | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | ||
| Non Compliance Code: 11.6.a. The definition of child abuse and neglect | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 11.6.c. A statement posted at the center in clear public view stating that the center reports suspected child abuse and neglect to Child Protective Services. | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 11.7.a. Providing each staff member a copy of its policies on behavior management and the reporting of child abuse and neglect, and providing revised policies when changes occur | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Not Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 11.6.b. The requirement to report immediately, in accordance with W. Va. Code 49-6A-1 et seq., 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 | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.1.a.5.B. The parent has access to the center when his or her child is in attendance; and | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 19.6.a. For medical and non medical emergencies and for situations that could pose a hazard to staff and children, including, a fire, storm, flood, chemical spill, power failure, bomb threat or kidnaping; | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.3.e.2. Written references, including three (3) references for the center director and two (2) references for other staff members | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.4.n. The name and telephone number of the school-age child's school | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 7.4.f. A signed permission from the parent for emergency medical treatment and transportation | |||
| 2007-12-13 | Not Achieved | 2007-12-13 | |
| Non Compliance Code: 8.5.f. Prior to employing staff, a center shall have on file a recent health assessment signed by a licensed health care provider that includes: 8.5.f.1. A health history; 8.5.f.2. A physical examination; 8.5.f.3. A statement that the prospective staff member is physically and emotionally capable of caring for children; and 8.5.f.4. A tuberculosis screening by the Mantoux method that is repeated annually. | |||
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