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A Perfect Start Child Care, LLC

DARLINGTON, SCChild Care CenterLicensed

4.4based on state inspection data
Capacity180
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>
Est. price$782/mo

Contact information

Address103 Saleeby Loop, DARLINGTON, SC, 29532

CityDARLINGTON, SC 29532

CountyDARLINGTON

Phone(843)-944-5070

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>

Capacity180

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 8/6/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High6
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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103 Saleeby Loop, DARLINGTON, SC, 29532, DARLINGTON, SC 29532

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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 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: 8/6/2025

  • High5
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk8/6/2025

    Environmental Hazards

    Environmental Hazards — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/6/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/6/2025). Steps taken: Firearms, weapons, ammunition was removed and locked, TA/training 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
  2. High risk4/16/2025

    Discipline and Behavior Management

    Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/16/2025. Resolved: On Site (4/16/2025). Steps taken: Regulation and policies regarding discipline was reviewed with the director, co-director, owner/operator. Positive nonviolent methods of guidance to children was addressed and TA/training 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
  3. High risk2/5/2025

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 2/5/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/3/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 3/3/2025
  4. Medium risk2/5/2025

    Staff Health

    Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 2/5/2025. Resolved: Yes (3/3/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 3/3/2025

2024

  1. High risk10/24/2024

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/24/2024. Resolved: On Site (10/24/2024). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High risk10/24/2024

    Ratios

    Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/24/2024. Resolved: On Site (10/24/2024). 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.

7Total Violations
0Recent Violations
(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

$782/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: DARLINGTON, DARLINGTON County
  • Capacity: 180
  • Type: Child Care Center

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