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Childery

The Ark ChildCare Center #2

Data last updated · May 2026

Quality Indicators

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  • Overall Quality
    3 / 5
  • Process Quality
    3 / 5
  • Structural Quality
    3 / 5

Why this rating

This daycare earned 3 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a Kentucky ALL STARS rating of Level 3 (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 3 (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
AgeMax ratioMax group
Infants1:510
Toddlers1:612
Preschool1:1428

Teacher Credentials

Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
High School Diploma

Inspection History

3 Inspection Visits Since 2023 · 8 Findings
8 Important

Across 3 inspections since 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), Building & Premises Safety (2), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). None of the 8 findings were critical.

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  1. Oct 7, 20252 Findings2 Important
    • Training435

      922 KAR 2:090. Section 11. Staff Requirements. (16) In accordance with KRS 199.896(15) and (16), a staff person with supervisory authority over a child shall complete the following: (a) Six (6) hours of cabinet-approved orientation completed within the first three (3) months of employment in a child-care program covering the following topics: 1. Federal minimum health and safety requirements established in 45 C.F.R. 98.41 related to: a. Prevention and control of infectious diseases, including im

    • Diaper Changing Area/Surface730

      922 KAR 2:120. Section 12. Toilet, Diapering, and Toiletry Requirements. (10) If a child is diapered, the child shall: (b) Be placed on a surface that is: 1. Clean; 2. Padded; 3. Free of holes, rips, tears, or other damage; 4. Nonabsorbent; 5. Easily cleaned; and 6. Free of any items not used for diaper changing. Findings: General: Based on observation, the surveyor found debris underneath the pad of the diaper changing station in the restroom located between the School-Age Classroom and the Two

  2. Nov 20, 20241 Finding1 Important
    • Bedding/Toys in Crib540

      922 KAR 2:120. Section 6. Sleeping and Napping Requirements. (3) Rest time shall occur in an adequate space according to the child’s age as follows: (a) For an infant: 3. No bedding other than a clean tight-fitted sheet; and 4. No toys or other items except the infant’s pacifier; Findings: General: Based on observation, a child was sleeping in a crib with a bib around the child's neck in the Infant Classroom. Premises In Compliance Hygienic Practices In Compliance First Aid/Medication In Complia

  3. Jul 31, 20235 Findings5 Important
    • Training435

      922 KAR 2:090. Section 11. Staff Requirements. (16) In accordance with KRS 199.896(15) and (16), a staff person with supervisory authority over a child shall complete the following: (a) Six (6) hours of cabinet-approved orientation completed within the first three (3) months of employment in a child-care program; (b) Nine (9) hours of cabinet-approved early care and education training within the first year of employment in a child care program, including one and one-half (1 ½) hours of cabinet-a

    • Premises Requirements585

      922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements. (1) The premises shall be: (a) Suitable for the purpose intended; (b) Kept clean and in good repair; Findings: General: Based on observation, the surveyor observed the following: 1. There was an accumulation of dust on the air intake vent located in the Two Year Old Classroom. 2. There was an accumulation of dust on two (2) vents located in the Two Year Old Classroom. 3. There was an accumulation of on the exhaust fan in the boys' restroom. 4. The

    • Floors, Walls, Ceilings625

      922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements. (9) Floors, walls, and ceilings shall be smooth, in good repair, and constructed to be easily cleaned. Findings: General: Based on observation, the surveyor observed a brown substance on a ceiling tile in the After School Classroom. Staff reported that they would have the tile replaced. Hygienic Practices In Compliance First Aid/Medication In Compliance Outdoor Play Area Not In Compliance

    • Protective Surface800

      922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements. (21) A protective surface shall: (a) Be provided for outdoor play equipment used to: 1. Climb; 2. Swing; and 3. Slide; and (b) Have a fall zone equal to the height of the equipment. Findings: General: Based on observation, the surveyor observed the mulch underneath the slide was significantly depleted on the playground. Staff reported that they would have additional mulch added to the playground.

    • Fence Construction805

      922 KAR 2:120. Section 4. Premises Requirements. (24) Fences shall be: (a) Constructed of safe material; (b) Stable; and (c) In good condition. Findings: General: Based on observation, the surveyor observed an area of the wooden privacy fence was separated leaving an approximate one (1) inch gap at the bottom of the fence and a three (3) inch gap at the top of the wooden board. Staff reported that he was not aware of the fence but would have it repaired immediately. Equipment In Compliance Trans