The Growing Place
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.3 / 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.3 / 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 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
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 2023, the issues cited most often were Staff-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (2), Emergency Preparedness & Drills (2), and Licensing & Administrative Compliance (2). None of the 9 findings were critical.
See All 2 Inspection Visits
Aug 19, 20245 Findings5 Important
- Monthly Fire, Quarterly Earthquake/Shelter-in-place/Tornado Drills1305
922 KAR 2:120. Section 3. General Requirements. (12) A fire drill shall be: (a) Conducted during hours of operation at least monthly; and (b) Documented. (13) An earthquake drill, shelter-in-place or lockdown drill, and tornado drill shall be: (a) Conducted during hours of operation at least quarterly; and (b) Documented. Findings: General: Based on review of documentation, there was no written evidence presented for completed lock down drills to review at the time of the survey. Posted Document
- Posting Requirements1310
922 KAR 2:090. Section 8. General. (6) In addition to the posting requirement of KRS 199.898(3), a child-care center shall post the following in a conspicuous place and make available for public inspection: (a) The provider's preliminary or regular license; (b) Each statement of deficiency and civil penalty notice issued by the cabinet during the current licensure year; (c) Each plan of correction submitted by the child-care center to the cabinet during the current licensure year; (d) Informatio
- Daily Activities1325
922 KAR 2:090. Section 10. Director Requirements and Responsibilities. (1) A director shall: (h) Post a schedule of daily activities, to include dates and times of activities to be conducted with the children in each classroom; Findings: General: Based on observation and review of documentation, Three's B classroom did not have schedule of daily activities posted. Animals Not Applicable Signature of Provider/Representative Title Date An Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/D @chfsky | CHFS.KY.GOV Page
- Licensee Responsibility225
922 KAR 2:090. Section 8. General. (1) A licensee shall: (a) Be responsible for the operation of the child-care center pursuant to this administrative regulation, 922 KAR 2:120, and 922 KAR 2:280; and (b) Protect and assure the health, safety, and comfort of each child. Findings: General: Based on observation, in the Two's B classroom, a Febreeze Plug-In was inserted into an electrical outlet that was accessible to children in care. Director Requirements In Compliance Employee Records In Complia
- Electronic Viewing/Listening Planned Program500
922 KAR 2:120. Section 3. General Requirements. (1) Screen time, electronic viewing and listening devices shall only be used in the center as a part of the child’s planned program of activity as established in Section 2(4) and (5) of this administrative regulation. Findings: General: Based on observation and review of documentation, the following was found: Two's A Classroom 1.) The television in the room was on, but not listed on the daily activity schedule. Two's B Classroom 1.) The television
Aug 7, 20234 Findings4 Important
- Earthquake/Tornado/Fire Drills1285
922 KAR 2:090. Section 9. Records. (1) A child-care center shall maintain: (h) A written record of quarterly practiced earthquake drills and tornado drills detailing the date, time, and children who participated in accordance with 922 KAR 2:120, Section 3; (i) A written record of practiced fire drills conducted monthly detailing the date, time, and children who participated in accordance with 922 KAR 2:120, Section 3; Findings: General: Based on review of documentation, the child care center fai
- Posting Requirements1310
922 KAR 2:090. Section 8. General. (6) In addition to the posting requirement of KRS 199.898(3), a child-care center shall post the following in a conspicuous place and make available for public inspection: (a) The provider's preliminary or regular license; (b) Each statement of deficiency and civil penalty notice issued by the cabinet during the current licensure year; (c) Each plan of correction submitted by the child-care center to the cabinet during the current licensure year; (d) Informatio
- Inaccessible Items565
922 KAR 2:120. Section 3. General Requirements. (7) The following shall be inaccessible to a child in care: (a) Toxic cleaning supplies, poisons, and insecticides; (b) Matches, cigarettes, lighters, and flammable liquids; and (c) Personal belongings and medications of staff. Findings: General: Based on observation, the child care center failed to maintain state regulations. A large pink tumbler and cell phone were found on the front blue cabinets in the School Age Room, accessible to children in
- 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 child care center failed to maintain state regulations. An area of peeling paint that exposed the white surface underneath was found on the left wall in the downstairs Two's Room. Hygienic Practices In Compliance First Aid/Medication In Compliance Outdoor Play Area In Compliance Equipment In Compliance