Pleasant Grove Academy
MARION, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1333 Penderboro Road, MARION, SC, 29571
CityMARION, SC 29571
CountyMARION
Phone(843)-423-2096
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-5:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>T-5:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>W-5:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>Th-5:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>F-5:30AM-5:30PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity88
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/3/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High16
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1333 Penderboro Road, MARION, SC, 29571, MARION, SC 29571
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: 11/3/2025
- High8
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk11/3/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 11/3/2025. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 1/27/2026 - High risk11/3/2025
Sanitation
Sanitation — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 11/3/2025. Resolved: Yes (12/22/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 12/22/2025 - High risk11/3/2025
Food Storage
Food Storage — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 11/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (11/3/2025). Steps taken: Food, containers of food, food equipment is stored in the appropriate closet or storage room. 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 risk11/3/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 11/3/2025. Resolved: On Site (11/3/2025). 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 at inspection - High risk6/6/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 6/6/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/6/2025). 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 risk6/6/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 6/6/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/6/2025). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and 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 risk3/21/2025
Reporting of Incidents
Reporting of Incidents — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 3/21/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/24/2025). Steps taken: The regulation and their policies were reviewed, and training/TA 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 3/24/2025 - High risk2/28/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 2/28/2025. Resolved: On Site (2/28/2025). Steps taken: Caregiver, teacher, other staff as necessary has met the required training requirements. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
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
$826/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: MARION, MARION County
- Capacity: 88
- Type: Child Care Center
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