Brighter Beginnings Child Development Center
BARNWELL, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address140 Carolina Avenue, BARNWELL, SC, 29812
CountyBARNWELL
Phone(803)-450-5098
Operating details
Capacity64
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 7/8/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High10
- Medium-High0
- Medium5
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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140 Carolina Avenue, BARNWELL, SC, 29812, BARNWELL, SC 29812
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- 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 safety-related findings on its state record - ask how the cited hazards were corrected and when emergency drills were last run
- 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: 7/8/2026
- High5
- Medium-High0
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk7/8/2026
Parent Access and Communication
Parent Access and Communication — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 7/8/2026. Resolved: Pending. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/8/2026
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 7/8/2026. Resolved: Pending. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Not corrected - Medium risk7/8/2026
Outdoor Space
Outdoor Space — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 7/8/2026. Resolved: Pending. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Not corrected - High risk3/27/2026
Parent Access and Communication
Parent Access and Communication — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 6 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/27/2026. Resolved: Yes (5/27/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 5/27/2026 - High risk3/27/2026
Staff Records
Staff Records — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 6 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/27/2026. Resolved: Pending. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Not corrected - High risk3/27/2026
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 6 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/27/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/27/2026). 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 risk3/27/2026
Electrical Sources
Electrical Sources — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 6 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/27/2026. Resolved: Yes (7/8/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 7/8/2026 - Medium risk3/27/2026
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 6 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/27/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/25/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/25/2026 - Medium risk3/27/2026
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 6 of 6 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 3/27/2026. Resolved: Yes (6/25/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/25/2026
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
$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: BARNWELL, BARNWELL County
- Capacity: 64
- Type: Child Care Center
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