Building Blocks Educational Childcare, LLC
SUMMERVILLE, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address823 W. Richardson Ave., SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29483
CountyDORCHESTER
Phone(843)-695-3500
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-7:00AM-5:30PM</li><li>T-7:00AM-5:30PM</li><li>W-7:00AM-5:30PM</li><li>Th-7:00AM-5:30PM</li><li>F-7:00AM-5:30PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity33
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/8/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High7
- Medium-High0
- Medium4
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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823 W. Richardson Ave., SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29483, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29483
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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 health or sanitation findings on its state record - ask about their current cleaning, diapering, and handwashing procedures
- 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: 10/8/2025
- High6
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk10/8/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 10/8/2025. Resolved: Yes (10/9/2025). Steps taken: Director, Co-Director, owner/operator has met the requirement training requirements. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 10/9/2025 - High risk10/8/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Renewal Application" inspection on 10/8/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/8/2025). 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 - Medium risk8/8/2025
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 8/8/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/8/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk8/8/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 8/8/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/8/2025). Steps taken: Tracking procedure was reviewed, and TA/training was provided, as necessary. Supervision issues were corrected by calling in another staff person. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk8/8/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 8/8/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/8/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk8/8/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 8/8/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/8/2025). Steps taken: TA/Training was provided to the teacher and/or director, co-director or owner/operator. Additional teachers were called in to assist. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk4/10/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (6/5/2025). Steps taken: All definitions are being adhered to. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 6/5/2025 - Medium risk4/10/2025
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/10/2025. Resolved: Yes (4/14/2025). Steps taken: The broken item was repaired or removed. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/14/2025 - Medium risk4/10/2025
Sanitation
Sanitation — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 4/10/2025. Resolved: On Site (4/10/2025). Steps taken: All laws are being adhered to. 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.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
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Estimated monthly cost
$869/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: 33
- Type: Child Care Center
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