La Petite Academy
CHARLESTON, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2523 Ashley River Road, CHARLESTON, SC, 29414
CountyCHARLESTON
Phone(843)-556-5873
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-6:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity148
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/23/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High17
- Medium-High0
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2523 Ashley River Road, CHARLESTON, SC, 29414, CHARLESTON, SC 29414
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- This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
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- This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- This facility has safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 2/23/2026
- High17
- Medium-High0
- Medium8
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk2/23/2026
Sleeping
Sleeping — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/23/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/23/2026). Steps taken: Child(ren) removed from crib or play equipment. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk2/23/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/23/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/23/2026). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and TA/training was provided, as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High risk10/17/2025
Staff Records
Staff Records — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: The staff’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium risk10/17/2025
Staff Records
Staff Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: The staff’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - High risk10/17/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: A caregiver/teacher was hired who met the required teacher qualifications. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - High risk10/17/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - High risk10/17/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - High risk10/17/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 6 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (10/17/2025). Steps taken: TA/training was provided to ensure that no child is left attended while be diapered. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 10/17/2025 - High risk10/17/2025
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 7 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: The required staff health documents were provided as required. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - Medium risk10/17/2025
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 8 of 8 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/17/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/25/2025). Steps taken: The required staff health documents were provided as required. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/25/2025 - High risk7/11/2025
Rest Equipment
Rest Equipment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/11/2025. Resolved: Yes (10/17/2025). Steps taken: Cots/mats labeled appropriately. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 10/17/2025 - Medium risk7/11/2025
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/11/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/17/2025). Steps taken: Unsafe areas have been addressed and corrected. Cushioning material was provided. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/17/2025 - High risk7/11/2025
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/11/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/17/2025). Steps taken: Unsafe areas have been addressed and corrected. Cushioning material was provided. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/17/2025 - High risk5/21/2025
Fire Safety
Fire Safety — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/21/2025. Resolved: Yes (5/22/2025). Steps taken: Emergency preparedness information was shared with the facility and TA /training provided. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 5/22/2025 - Medium risk5/21/2025
Temperature
Temperature — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/21/2025. Resolved: Yes (5/22/2025). Steps taken: All laws are being adhered to. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 5/22/2025 - Medium risk3/3/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 3/3/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/27/2025). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/27/2025 - High risk3/3/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 3/3/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/3/2025). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and TA/training was provided, as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/3/2025 - High risk1/29/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/29/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/28/2025). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/28/2025 - Medium risk1/29/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/29/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/28/2025). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/28/2025 - Medium risk1/29/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/29/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/3/2025). Steps taken: Corrections were made through required, and designated regulatory requirements. TA/training was provided as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/3/2025 - High risk1/29/2025
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/29/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/19/2025). Steps taken: The outdoor play area was clean and free from the offending item (debris, litter, snow, ice, obstructions and other hazards). Outdoor equipment was removed or repaired. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/19/2025 - Medium risk1/29/2025
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/29/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/19/2025). Steps taken: The outdoor play area was clean and free from the offending item (debris, litter, snow, ice, obstructions and other hazards). Outdoor equipment was removed or repaired. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 3/19/2025
2024
- High risk10/10/2024
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 10/10/2024. Resolved: On Site (10/10/2024). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/10/2024
Rest Equipment
Rest Equipment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 10/10/2024. Resolved: On Site (10/10/2024). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/10/2024
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 10/10/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/13/2025). Steps taken: Cushioning material was provided. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 1/13/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$782/month
This is a modeled estimate — based on location, ages served, and program data — not the provider's actual tuition. Real prices vary by age group and services. Contact the daycare for current rates, fees, and availability.
Typical prices in South Carolina run about $761/month for infant care at a center (federal median) — see daycare costs in South Carolina by age group.
About this daycare
- Location: CHARLESTON, CHARLESTON County
- Capacity: 148
- Type: Child Care Center
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