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Colvin's Cuddly Care Child Care Center

NORTH CHARLESTON, SCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.3based on state inspection data
Capacity35
Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-5:30PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Est. price$869/mo

Contact information

Address4174 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC, 29405

CityNORTH CHARLESTON, SC 29405

CountyCHARLESTON

Phone(843)-745-5437

Operating details

Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-5:30PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-5:30PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>

Capacity35

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 6/4/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High11
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium4
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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4174 Dorchester Road, 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 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: 6/4/2026

  • High6
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium2
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk6/4/2026

    Staff Health

    Staff Health — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 6/4/2026. Resolved: Pending. Expected correction date: 6/19/2026. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Not corrected
  2. Medium risk6/4/2026

    Staff Health

    Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 6/4/2026. Resolved: Pending. Expected correction date: 6/19/2026. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Not corrected
  3. High risk6/4/2026

    Sanitation

    Sanitation — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 6/4/2026. Resolved: Pending. Expected correction date: 6/19/2026. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Not corrected
  4. High risk3/13/2026

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (3/23/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 3/23/2026
  5. High risk3/13/2026

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/13/2026). 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 at inspection
  6. Medium risk3/13/2026

    Rest Equipment

    Rest Equipment — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/13/2026). Steps taken: Appropriate coverings were 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

2025

  1. High risk6/9/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/9/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/9/2025). 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
  2. High riskStandard 636/9/2025

    63-13-40 Background checks for employment

    63-13-40 Background checks for employment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/9/2025. Resolved: Yes (10/1/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 10/1/2025

Safety & Compliance Analysis

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

15Total Violations
6Recent Violations
(Past 6 Months)

Parent Recommendations

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Estimated monthly cost

$869/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: 35
  • Type: Child Care Center

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