This is a list of Frequently Asked Questions. If you have any questions you don’t see here, you might find them on www.ridgekidsacademy.com or give us a call
 
WHO WE ARE
 
      Ridge Kids Academy is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization , state-licensed child development entity covered by liability insurance.  RKA has met requirements to be a WVDHHR Tier I status program (The Child Care Reimbursement System is a quality initiative that offers higher subsidy payments to programs that demonstrate they meet higher standards of care. Programs that are licensed as a center or facility and registered family child care homes are currently receiving Tier I rates through the child care subsidy program.).
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The Team
Executive Director: Heather Blake
 
Barboursville Campus
 Director:  Amy McCarty
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Woodville Campus
Director: Christina Black
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Collis Campus
Director: Shamre Black
 
Locations and Hours
Barboursville Campus
60 Victory Place Dr
Barboursville, WV 25504
Hours: 6:30am - 6:00pm
 
Woodville Campus
This campus  services children and grandchildren of Marshall Health Network
159 Woodville Dr. 
Huntington. WV 25701
Hours: 6:00am - 7:30pm
 
Collis Campus
This campus services children and grandchildren of Marshall Health Network
2788 Collis Ave
Huntington. WV 25702
Hours: 6:00am - 7:30pm
*Collis does not have a School-Age Program at this time
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Tuition and Fees
 
Billed every  Mondays
Autodraft every Wednesday 
Registration Fee:

• $75.00 per year ( Non-refundable and is required to enroll each child. Once this is received,  a spot is reserved for your child. This fee funds the program for supplies, activities, and field trips. After Initial enrollment, this fee will be charged yearly at the time of re-registration. 

6-week-old to 24-month-old 

• $190.00 Weekly Full Time 

• $125.00 Weekly Part Time

2-year-old class through 5-year-old

• $175.00 Weekly Full Time

• $115.00 Weekly Part Time 

Afterschool

•  $75 per week (Afterschool Times Only)

School-age full day 

• $175.00 Weekly Full Time​

• $115.00 Weekly Part Time

Link 
Ridge Kids Academy accepts WV Link. Link is a child care subsidy provided to those that qualify through Link Child Care resources and Referral. They are located at 611 7th Ave, Suite 100, Huntington, WV 25701.
www.linkccrr.org   (304)523-9540 or 1-800-894-9540 
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Curriculum 
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At Ridge Kids Academy, Inc., we proudly use the HighScope Curriculum, an evidence-based approach that supports children’s development through active, hands-on learning. HighScope is built on the belief that children learn best when they are engaged, curious, and involved in meaningful experiences.

The curriculum focuses on key areas of development, including social-emotional, physical, cognitive, and language development, while also fostering independence, confidence, and problem-solving skills. Children are encouraged to plan, carry out, and reflect on their own learning experiences, allowing them to take an active role in their growth.

In HighScope classrooms, teachers and children are partners in learning. Our well-trained educators carefully observe, support, and extend children’s play and exploration, creating a responsive environment that promotes creativity, persistence, communication, and critical thinking. Rather than directing learning, teachers guide and scaffold experiences based on each child’s interests and developmental needs.

We value strong family partnerships and believe learning extends beyond the classroom. Our educators work closely with parents and caregivers by sharing information about the curriculum, discussing children’s progress, and offering ideas to support learning at home. Together, we create a consistent, nurturing environment where every child can thrive

For more information on HighScope Curriculum, please visit their website: 

https://highscope.org/what-we-offer/the-highscope-curriculum/preschool-curriculum/