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Toddlers Academy & Preschool

NORTH CHARLESTON, SCChild Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity94
Hours<ul><li>M-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>T-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>W-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>Th-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>F-7:00AM-5:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Est. price$826/mo

Contact information

Address4146 Rivers Avenue, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29405

CityNORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29405

CountyCHARLESTON

Phone(843)-529-3373

Operating details

Hours<ul><li>M-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>T-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>W-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>Th-7:00AM-5:00PM</li><li>F-7:00AM-5:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>

Capacity94

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 2/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High19
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium6
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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4146 Rivers Avenue, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC, 29405, NORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29405

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  1. This facility has supervision-related findings on its state record - ask specifically how ratios are maintained during transitions, outdoor play, and nap time
  2. Ask what changed after their most recent supervision citation and how compliance is monitored now
  3. This facility has health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
  4. 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: 2/13/2026

  • High16
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium5
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk2/13/2026

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 2/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (2/13/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High risk2/13/2026

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 2/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (3/1/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 3/1/2026

2025

  1. High risk6/26/2025

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/26/2025. Resolved: Yes (9/2/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 9/2/2025
  2. High risk6/26/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/26/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/26/2025). 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
  3. High risk6/26/2025

    Feeding, Eating, and Drinking

    Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/26/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/26/2025). Steps taken: Proper labeling of cups and bottles have been completed. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  4. High risk5/19/2025

    Child Abuse & Neglect

    Child Abuse & Neglect — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/19/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/19/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  5. High risk5/1/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/1/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/1/2025). 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
  6. Medium risk5/1/2025

    Staff Health

    Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/1/2025. Resolved: Yes (6/17/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 6/17/2025
  7. High risk5/1/2025

    Discipline and Behavior Management

    Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/1/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/1/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  8. High risk1/29/2025

    Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

    Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Renewal Application Follow Up" inspection on 1/29/2025. Resolved: On Site (1/29/2025). Steps taken: A visit was made to ensure the correction of the indoor physical site condition. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  9. High risk1/27/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 4 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/27/2025. Resolved: On Site (1/27/2025). 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
  10. High risk1/27/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 4 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/27/2025. Resolved: On Site (1/27/2025). 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
  11. High risk1/27/2025

    Ratios

    Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 4 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/27/2025. Resolved: On Site (1/27/2025). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. The staff was reassigned to other classrooms 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
  12. High risk1/27/2025

    Feeding Chairs

    Feeding Chairs — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 4 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/27/2025. Resolved: Yes (2/10/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 2/10/2025

2024

  1. Medium risk12/17/2024

    Feeding, Eating, and Drinking

    Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 7 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2025). 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
  2. High risk12/17/2024

    Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

    Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 6 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2025). 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
  3. High risk12/17/2024

    Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

    Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: On Site (12/17/2024). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  4. Medium risk12/17/2024

    Staff Health

    Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: Yes (2/10/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 2/10/2025
  5. High risk12/17/2024

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: Yes (2/10/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 2/10/2025
  6. Medium risk12/17/2024

    Child Records

    Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2025). 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
  7. Medium risk12/17/2024

    Child Records

    Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 7 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/17/2024. Resolved: Yes (1/27/2025). 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

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Safety & Compliance Analysis

This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

25Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

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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: NORTH CHARLESTON, CHARLESTON County
  • Capacity: 94
  • Type: Child Care Center

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