Arms of Joy
SUMMERVILLE, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address606 West 4th North St., Summerville, SC, 29483
CountyDORCHESTER
Phone(843)-225-4050
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>
Capacity20
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 2/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High6
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low1
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Location
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606 West 4th North St., Summerville, SC, 29483, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483
Questions to ask on a tour
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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
- Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
- 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: 2/25/2026
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low1
2026
- Medium risk2/25/2026
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 2/25/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/26/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/26/2026 - High risk2/17/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/17/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/17/2026). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. 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 risk2/17/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/17/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/17/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Low risk2/17/2026
Program of Activities
Program of Activities — severity Low (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 2/17/2026. Resolved: Yes (4/10/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/10/2026
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.
- Ask the daycare about their response to these violations.
- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
Note: This analysis is based on publicly available violation data and is intended as a tool to help parents make informed decisions. Always visit a daycare in person and ask specific questions about areas of concern.
Estimated monthly cost
$922/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: SUMMERVILLE, DORCHESTER County
- Capacity: 20
- Type: Child Care Center
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