Joyland Day Care Center
MARION, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1832 Senator Gasque Road, MARION, SC, 29571
CityMARION, SC 29571
CountyMARION
Phone(843)-423-8547
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>
Capacity45
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1832 Senator Gasque Road, MARION, SC, 29571, MARION, SC 29571
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Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/21/2026
- High4
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk1/21/2026
Rest Equipment
Rest Equipment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 1/21/2026. Resolved: On Site (1/21/2026). Steps taken: Cots/mats labeled appropriately. 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 risk1/21/2026
Meal Requirements
Meal Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 1/21/2026. Resolved: On Site (1/21/2026). 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
- High risk6/27/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/27/2025. Resolved: Yes (1/21/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 1/21/2026 - High risk6/27/2025
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 6/27/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/27/2025). 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
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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- Look at the correction status to see how quickly issues were addressed.
- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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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: MARION, MARION County
- Capacity: 45
- Type: Child Care Center
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