Dream Catcher Child Development Center
COLUMBIA, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address4114 A Hardscrabble Road, COLUMBIA, SC, 29223
CountyRICHLAND
Phone(803)-462-0632
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-5:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>T-5:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>W-5:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>Th-5:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>F-5:30AM-6:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity46
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 4/13/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High12
- Medium-High0
- Medium9
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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4114 A Hardscrabble Road, COLUMBIA, SC, 29223, COLUMBIA, SC 29223
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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 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: 4/13/2026
- High9
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk4/13/2026
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (4/13/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk4/13/2026
Medications and Medical Procedures
Medications and Medical Procedures — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (4/13/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Medium risk4/13/2026
Staff Health
Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Pending. Expected correction date: 5/13/2026. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Not corrected - High risk4/13/2026
Fire Safety
Fire Safety — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (4/13/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk4/13/2026
Transportation
Transportation — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 6 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (4/20/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/20/2026 - Medium risk4/13/2026
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 7 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (4/13/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Medium risk4/13/2026
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 8 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: Yes (4/20/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/20/2026 - High risk4/13/2026
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 9 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (4/13/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk4/13/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 9 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/13/2026. Resolved: On Site (4/13/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk3/5/2026
Reporting of Incidents
Reporting of Incidents — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 3/5/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/5/2026). 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 risk8/28/2025
Reporting of Incidents
Reporting of Incidents — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/28/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/28/2025). Steps taken: The regulation and their policies were reviewed, and training/TA 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 - High risk6/2/2025
Discipline and Behavior Management
Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 6/2/2025. Resolved: On Site (6/2/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection
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
$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: COLUMBIA, RICHLAND County
- Capacity: 46
- Type: Child Care Center
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