Chavis Early Head Start
HEMINGWAY, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address2811 S. State Hwy. 41-51, HEMINGWAY, SC, 29554
CountyWILLIAMSBURG
Phone(843)-558-7307
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-7:00AM-6:00PM</li><li>T-7:00AM-6:00PM</li><li>W-7:00AM-6:00PM</li><li>Th-7:00AM-6:00PM</li><li>F-7:00AM-6:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity102
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 6/24/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High14
- Medium-High0
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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2811 S. State Hwy. 41-51, HEMINGWAY, SC, 29554, HEMINGWAY, SC 29554
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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 6/24/2026
- High10
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk6/24/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review Follow Up" inspection on 6/24/2026. Resolved: On Site (6/24/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk4/13/2026
Staff Records
Staff Records — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High riskStandard 634/13/2026
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
63-13-40 Background checks for employment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 10 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High riskStandard 634/13/2026
63-13-30 Caregiver requirements
63-13-30 Caregiver requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 9 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk4/13/2026
Rest Equipment
Rest Equipment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 8 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk4/13/2026
Electrical Sources
Electrical Sources — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 7 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - Medium risk4/13/2026
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 6 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk4/13/2026
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk4/13/2026
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - High risk4/13/2026
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026 - Medium risk4/13/2026
Staff Records
Staff Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 10 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/24/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/24/2026
2024
- High risk9/24/2024
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 9/24/2024. Resolved: On Site (9/24/2024). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
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
$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: HEMINGWAY, WILLIAMSBURG County
- Capacity: 102
- Type: Child Care Center
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