Dream Preparatory Academy, Inc
GREENVILLE, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address29 Ridgeway Drive, GREENVILLE, SC, 29605
CountyGREENVILLE
Phone(864)-794-5515
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-7:30AM-11:30PM</li><li>T-7:30AM-11:30PM</li><li>W-7:30AM-11:30PM</li><li>Th-7:30AM-11:30PM</li><li>F-7:30AM-11:30PM Sa- 6:00AM-6:00PM Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity116
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 3/25/2026 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High5
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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29 Ridgeway Drive, GREENVILLE, SC, 29605, GREENVILLE, SC 29605
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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 facility has staffing or training findings on its state record - ask about background checks, required training completion, and staff turnover
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 3/25/2026
- High5
- Medium-High0
- Medium2
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2026
- High risk3/25/2026
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 3/25/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/25/2026). Steps taken: All definitions are being adhered to. 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 risk3/25/2026
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 3/25/2026. Resolved: On Site (3/25/2026). Steps taken: Additional teachers were called in to assist. 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 risk8/15/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/15/2025. Resolved: Yes (8/15/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 8/15/2025 - Medium risk8/15/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/15/2025. Resolved: Yes (8/26/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 8/26/2025 - High risk8/15/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/15/2025. Resolved: Yes (8/25/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 8/25/2025 - High risk8/15/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/15/2025. Resolved: Yes (8/15/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 8/15/2025 - Medium risk8/15/2025
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/15/2025. Resolved: Yes (8/22/2025). Report of inspection: View official inspection document Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 8/22/2025
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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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: GREENVILLE, GREENVILLE County
- Capacity: 116
- Type: Child Care Center
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