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Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place
- licensed capacity
- 120
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $158
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About
About Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place
Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place is a licensed child care center in Charleston, West Virginia. It is licensed by the state, for up to 120 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Faith-based and Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and head start.
West Virginia Department of Human Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 66 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Preschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolFaith-based
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Two-, three- and four-year-olds (plus WV Pre-K children who will be four prior to July 1)
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 120 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Two-, three- and four-year-olds (plus WV Pre-K children who will be four prior to July 1) |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, head start, pre-k and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Christ Church United Methodist), Play-based |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum |
| Staff | Pre-K program led by a trained and certified teacher |
| Daily life | Potty training: Emphasis placed on self-care skills such as dressing, toilet training |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare) |
| More | Founded 1989 |
| Licensed capacity | 120 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kanawha County has a median price of $158 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$158
Home daycare$146
Toddler
Center$150
Home daycare$162
Preschool
Center$157
Home daycare$172
School age
Center$139
Home daycare$172
State record
Inspection reports for Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- Child Care Center license
- Capacity
- 120 children
- License number
- #30124477
Summary
8 visits with a cited rule in the last 3 years · Most recent May 15, 2026
66 rules cited in those visits. West Virginia Department of Human Services, Division of Early Care and Education publishes only visits where a rule was cited, so this record cannot show how often it was inspected.
- Staff training and qualifications 22
- Health, medication and illness 10
- Background checks 8
- Discipline and child guidance 7
- Supervision and ratios 6
- Records and paperwork 6
- Safety and hazards 4
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Other rules 1
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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May 15, 2026Inspection8 rules cited
A licensee shall provide all information requested by the Secretary.
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
Used only for children over the age of three years;
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 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.
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2026
Redirect the child to alternative behavior or other activities;
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
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;
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
Supervise with kindness, understanding and firmness;
Correction date in the state record: Jul 21, 2026
All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 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.
Correction date in the state record: Jul 9, 2026
Apr 15, 2026Inspection5 rules cited
Used only for children over the age of three years;
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Redirect the child to alternative behavior or other activities;
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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;
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Supervise with kindness, understanding and firmness;
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Mar 23, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Plastic bags, latex gloves and Styrofoam objects are not accessible to the child less than four years of age, and that balloons are completely prohibited in a center that serves children less than school age.
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
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;
Correction date in the state record: Apr 13, 2026
Nov 4, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
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.
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A center shall assign each group of children to a qualified staff member or team of qualified staff members, maintaining at all times the staff-to-child ratios required under this rule. When groups are combined, a center shall continue to maintain the staff-to-child ratios required under this rule.
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2026
A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 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.
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 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:
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026
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.
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 2026
All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 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.
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 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.
Correction date in the state record: Feb 3, 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.
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2026
Sep 24, 2025Inspection5 rules cited
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;
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
The children have adequate supervision at all times;
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Aug 27, 2025Inspection14 rules cited
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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:
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
Correction date in the state record: Aug 15, 2025
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:
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
All qualified staff shall apply for credentialing on the WV STARS Career Pathway.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
The location of the child's emergency information;
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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;
Correction date in the state record: Oct 14, 2025
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A fitness determination of eligibility from the WV CARES unit; and
Correction date in the state record: Oct 28, 2025
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Nov 21, 2024Inspection6 rules cited
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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:
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
Sep 12, 2024Inspection12 rules cited
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.
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
A positive inspection report from the State Fire Marshal following any changes to the center's operation and premises;
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A verification of the staff member's education and qualifications.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A center shall not have on the premises ferrets, birds, reptiles, including snakes, lizards and turtles, or any wild or dangerous animals.
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
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:
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
A current job description;
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
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.
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
Documentation that references have been verified including three references for the center director and two references for other staff members;
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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.
Correction date in the state record: Nov 21, 2024
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.
“Corrective action plan outcome: Not Achieved.”
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FAQ
Questions about Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place
Is Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place licensed?
Yes. West Virginia Department of Human Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place last inspected?
West Virginia Department of Human Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on May 15, 2026, with 8 rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 66 rules across 8 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 34 show a correction in the state record. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place care for?
120, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (304) 342-0192 to ask.
What is Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place's phone number?
(304) 342-0192.
Where is Christ Church Preschool - The Growing Place?
1221 Quarrier St, Charleston, WV 25301. The nearest other daycare we list is Sacred Heart Child Development Center, 0.3 miles away.