Kiddie Castle
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.4 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.3 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Kentucky ALL STARS rating of Level 4 (out of 5). Structural quality reflects Kentucky's licensing baseline. Kentucky caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:14. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 15 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- Kentucky ALL STARS Level 4 (Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Daycare
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- Not Available
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 10 Toddlers 1:6 12 Preschool 1:14 28
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 2 inspections since 2024, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (2), Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (1), and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Jul 15, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Harmful Items Inaccessible345
922 KAR 2:100 - Section 12. The General Requirements of the Family Child-Care Home Environment. (3) The areas of the home that are accessible to children in care shall be free from items harmful to children including: (a) Cleaning supplies, poisons, paints, and insecticides; (b) Knives, scissors, and sharp objects; (c) Power tools, lawn mowers, hand tools, nails, and other equipment; (d) Matches, cigarettes, lighters, combustibles, flammable liquids, and all fire hazards; (e) Plastic bags; and (
- Outdoor Stationary Equipment530
922 KAR 2:100 - Section 12. The General Requirements of the Family Child-Care Home Environment. (15) Outdoor stationary play equipment shall be: (a) Securely anchored; (b) Developmentally appropriate; and (c) Safe. Findings: Based on observation, the facility failed to assure compliance with regulatory requirements. The outdoor playhouse had a piece of splintering wood and an exposed nail. Equipment Not In Compliance
- Toys535
922 KAR 2:100 - Section 12. The General Requirements of the Family Child-Care Home Environment. (9) Equipment and toys shall be: (a) Designated by the manufacturer as developmentally appropriate to the age of children in care; (b) In sufficient quantity for the number of children in care; and (c) Safe, sound, clean, and in good repair. Findings: Based on observation, the center failed to assure compliance with regulatory requirements. There was chipping paint on a metal tricycle used on the outs
Jun 17, 20242 Findings2 Important
- Outdoor Play Area Safe525
922 KAR 2:100 - Section 12. The General Requirements of the Family Child-Care Home Environment. (13) An outdoor play area shall be free of unavoidable danger or risk. Findings: General: Based on observation, a portion of chain-link fence surrounding the playground was sagging and loose in the middle. This area of the fence was above a drop to the lower yard of approximately twelve (12) foot and presented a fall hazard. Equipment In Compliance Transportation In Compliance Food Service/Food Progra
- Immunization730
922 KAR 2:100 - Section 19. Records. (1) A provider shall maintain: (a) A current immunization certificate for each child in care within thirty (30) days of the child’s enrollment, unless an attending physician or the child's parent objects to the immunization of the child pursuant to KRS 214.034; Findings: General: Based on review of documentation, two (2) children’s files reviewed contained immunization records that were not current. Written Documentation In Compliance Posted/Available Documen