Brighter Children's Learning Center
ORANGEBURG, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1830 Old Whittaker Parkway, Orangeburg, SC, 29115
CountyORANGEBURG
Phone(803)-937-5701
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-5:00PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-5:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity63
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/3/2026 · 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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1830 Old Whittaker Parkway, Orangeburg, SC, 29115, ORANGEBURG, SC 29115
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/3/2026
- High15
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk6/3/2026
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/3/2026. Resolved: On Site (6/3/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
2025
- High risk12/10/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2026). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). 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 - Medium risk12/10/2025
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2026). 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 1/27/2026 - High risk12/10/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (2/17/2026). 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 2/17/2026 - Medium risk12/10/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2026). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). 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 risk12/10/2025
Confidentiality
Confidentiality — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (2/5/2026). Steps taken: Appropriate information, policy was provided, 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 2/5/2026 - High risk6/5/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Review" inspection on 6/5/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/5/2025). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and TA/training was provided, as necessary. The staff was reassigned to other classrooms as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk6/5/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Review" inspection on 6/5/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/5/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk6/5/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Review" inspection on 6/5/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/5/2025). Steps taken: The staff was reassigned to other classrooms as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Medium risk6/5/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Review" inspection on 6/5/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/5/2025). 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 at inspection - High risk6/5/2025
Sleeping
Sleeping — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Review" inspection on 6/5/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/5/2025). 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 - High risk5/14/2025
Fire Safety
Fire Safety — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 4 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/14/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/14/2025). Steps taken: Emergency preparedness information was shared with the facility and TA /training provided. 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 risk5/14/2025
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 4 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/14/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/14/2025). Steps taken: Bottles removed from crib and TA/training provided. 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 risk5/14/2025
Discipline and Behavior Management
Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 4 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/14/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/14/2025). 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. 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 risk5/14/2025
Nap Time Ratios
Nap Time Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 4 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/14/2025. Resolved: Yes (7/18/2025). 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 7/18/2025 - High risk4/23/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/23/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/1/2025). Steps taken: Director, Co-Director, owner/operator has met the requirement training requirements. Caregiver, teacher, other staff as necessary has met the required training requirements. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk4/23/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/23/2025. Resolved: On Site (4/23/2025). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
2024
- High riskStandard 639/16/2024
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
63-13-40 Background checks for employment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint Follow Up" inspection on 9/16/2024. Resolved: Yes (9/22/2025). Steps taken: All laws 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 9/22/2025
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Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
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Estimated monthly cost
$826/month
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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: ORANGEBURG, ORANGEBURG County
- Capacity: 63
- Type: Child Care Center
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