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Ashley River Kaleidoscope

CHARLESTON, SCChild Care CenterLicensed

3.6based on state inspection data
Capacity340
Hours<ul><li>M-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>T-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>W-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>Th-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>F-3:15PM-6:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Est. price$782/mo

Contact information

Address1871 Wallace School road, CHARLESTON, SC, 29407

CityCHARLESTON, SC 29407

CountyCHARLESTON

Phone(843)-402-5922

Operating details

Hours<ul><li>M-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>T-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>W-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>Th-3:15PM-6:00PM</li><li>F-3:15PM-6:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>

Capacity340

Compliance snapshot

Last inspection: 12/9/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.

  • High14
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium1
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

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1871 Wallace School road, CHARLESTON, SC, 29407, CHARLESTON, SC 29407

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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 staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
  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: 12/9/2025

  • High10
  • Medium-High0
  • Medium0
  • Medium-Low0
  • Low0

2025

  1. High risk12/9/2025

    Center Definitions

    Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Review Follow Up" inspection on 12/9/2025. Resolved: On Site (12/9/2025). Steps taken: All definitions are being adhered to. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High risk12/9/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Review Follow Up" inspection on 12/9/2025. Resolved: On Site (12/9/2025). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and TA/training was provided, as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  3. High risk12/9/2025

    Ratios

    Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Review Follow Up" inspection on 12/9/2025. Resolved: On Site (12/9/2025). Steps taken: Additional teachers were called in to assist. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  4. High risk10/14/2025

    Center Definitions

    Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 4 cited at "Review" inspection on 10/14/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/14/2025). Steps taken: All definitions are being adhered to. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  5. High risk10/14/2025

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 4 cited at "Review" inspection on 10/14/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/14/2025). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  6. High risk10/14/2025

    Ratios

    Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 4 cited at "Review" inspection on 10/14/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/14/2025). Steps taken: Mixed age groups were corrected, and TA provided. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  7. High riskStandard 6310/14/2025

    63-13-40 Background checks for employment

    63-13-40 Background checks for employment — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 4 cited at "Review" inspection on 10/14/2025. Resolved: Yes (10/17/2025). Steps taken: All laws are being adhered to. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 10/17/2025
  8. High risk5/20/2025

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 5/20/2025. Resolved: Yes (7/9/2025). Steps taken: Caregiver, teacher, other staff as necessary has met the required training requirements. Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected 7/9/2025

2024

  1. High risk12/11/2024

    Staff Requirements

    Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/11/2024. Resolved: On Site (12/11/2024). Steps taken: Caregiver, teacher, other staff as necessary has met the required training requirements. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).

    Corrected at inspection
  2. High risk12/11/2024

    Direct Supervision

    Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 12/11/2024. Resolved: On Site (12/11/2024). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and TA/training was provided, as necessary. 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.

15Total 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: CHARLESTON, CHARLESTON County
  • Capacity: 340
  • Type: Child Care Center

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