W.B. Goodwin Elementary School Head Start
NORTH CHARLESTON, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address5501 Dorchester Rd., NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29418
CityNORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29418
CountyCHARLESTON
Phone(843)-767-5911
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-7:30AM-2:30PM</li><li>T-7:30AM-2:30PM</li><li>W-7:30AM-2:30PM</li><li>Th-7:30AM-2:30PM</li><li>F-7:30AM-2:30PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity109
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High22
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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5501 Dorchester Rd., NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29418, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29418
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/24/2026
- High15
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk3/24/2026
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 3/24/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/24/2026). Steps taken: Corrections were made through required, and designated regulatory requirements. TA/training was provided as necessary. 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 risk2/3/2026
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 2/3/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/3/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High risk9/9/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 9/9/2025. Resolved: Yes (5/29/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 5/29/2026 - High risk2/12/2025
Discipline and Behavior Management
Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/12/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/12/2025). Steps taken: Regulation and policies regarding discipline was reviewed with the director, co-director, owner/operator. Positive nonviolent methods of guidance to children was addressed and TA/training provided. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk2/3/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/3/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk2/3/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/3/2025). Steps taken: Supervision issues were corrected by calling in another staff person. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk2/3/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/3/2025). 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 at inspection - High risk2/3/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/3/2025). Steps taken: Additional teachers were called in to assist. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk2/3/2025
Sleeping
Sleeping — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/3/2025). Steps taken: Infants removed from equipment and placed on their backs to sleep. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
2024
- High risk11/18/2024
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: Yes (11/26/2024). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/26/2024 - High risk11/18/2024
Discipline and Behavior Management
Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 7 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: On Site (11/18/2024). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Medium risk11/18/2024
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 6 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2025). 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 1/27/2025 - High risk11/18/2024
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2025). 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 1/27/2025 - High risk11/18/2024
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: Yes (11/26/2024). Steps taken: The Director/teacher/caregiver completed and received the required Criminal Background Check clearance (abuse and neglect, sex offender, SLED/FBI, etc…). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/26/2024 - High risk11/18/2024
Reporting of Incidents
Reporting of Incidents — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: On Site (11/18/2024). 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 risk11/18/2024
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 7 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 11/18/2024. Resolved: Yes (11/26/2024). Steps taken: All definitions are being adhered to. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/26/2024
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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Estimated monthly cost
$861/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: NORTH CHARLESTON, CHARLESTON County
- Capacity: 109
- Type: Child Care Center
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