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Country Day Academy

SUMMERVILLE, SCChild Care CenterLicensed

4.2based on state inspection data
Capacity117
Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-6:30PM Sa- 6:30AM-6:30PM Su-0</li></ul>
Est. price$782/mo

Contact information

Address521 Orangeburg Rd, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29483

CitySUMMERVILLE, SC 29483

CountyDORCHESTER

Phone(854)-300-8900

Operating details

Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-6:30PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-6:30PM Sa- 6:30AM-6:30PM Su-0</li></ul>

Capacity117

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 5/21/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High4
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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521 Orangeburg Rd, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29483, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483

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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. Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses

Violation summary

Last 2 years · Last inspection: 5/21/2026

  • High3
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2026

  1. High risk5/21/2026

    Center Definitions

    Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/21/2026. Resolved: On Site (5/21/2026). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High risk5/21/2026

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/21/2026. Resolved: On Site (5/21/2026). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. 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

  1. Medium risk8/6/2025

    Staff Health

    Staff Health — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 8/6/2025. Resolved: Yes (8/11/2025). Steps taken: The required staff health documents were provided as required. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 8/11/2025
  2. High risk5/21/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 5/21/2025. Resolved: On Site (5/21/2025). 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 multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.

5Total Violations
2Recent 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: SUMMERVILLE, DORCHESTER County
  • Capacity: 117
  • Type: Child Care Center

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