Central United Methodist Church Preschool
FLORENCE, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address265 W. Cheves Street, FLORENCE, SC, 29501
CountyFLORENCE
Phone(843)-664-0056
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-7:30AM-2:00PM</li><li>T-7:30AM-2:00PM</li><li>W-0</li><li>Th-7:30AM-2:00PM</li><li>F-0 Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity163
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 1/29/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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265 W. Cheves Street, FLORENCE, SC, 29501, FLORENCE, SC 29501
Questions to ask on a tour
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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 is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 1/29/2026
- High2
- Medium-High0
- Medium0
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk1/29/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 1/29/2026. Resolved: On Site (1/29/2026). 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
2025
- High risk12/2/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/2/2025. Resolved: On Site (12/2/2025). 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
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has few recorded violations. Always visit in person to verify conditions.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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- Review the detailed violations listed above.
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- Schedule a visit during regular hours to observe daily operations.
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Estimated monthly cost
$782/month
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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: FLORENCE, FLORENCE County
- Capacity: 163
- Type: Child Care Center
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