Little Sandpipers Preschool
SUMMERVILLE, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address500 Oakbrook Lane, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29485
CountyDORCHESTER
Phone(843)-285-9383
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>
Capacity58
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 10/21/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High16
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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500 Oakbrook Lane, SUMMERVILLE, SC, 29485, SUMMERVILLE, SC 29485
Questions to ask on a tour
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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
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 10/21/2025
- High16
- Medium-High0
- Medium3
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk10/21/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Complaint Follow Up" inspection on 10/21/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/24/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 11/24/2025 - High risk10/21/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Complaint Follow Up" inspection on 10/21/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/21/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/21/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Complaint Follow Up" inspection on 10/21/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/21/2025). Steps taken: Corrections were made through required, and designated regulatory requirements. TA/training was provided as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - Medium risk10/21/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Complaint Follow Up" inspection on 10/21/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/21/2025). Steps taken: Corrections were made through required, and designated regulatory requirements. TA/training was provided as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/21/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Complaint Follow Up" inspection on 10/21/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/21/2025). 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 - Medium risk10/7/2025
Diapering
Diapering — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 5 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/7/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/7/2025). Steps taken: Corrections were made through required, and designated regulatory requirements. TA/training was provided as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/7/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/7/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/7/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/7/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/7/2025. Resolved: Yes (11/24/2025). 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 11/24/2025 - High risk10/7/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/7/2025. Resolved: On Site (10/7/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk10/7/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 5 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 10/7/2025. Resolved: Yes (12/10/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 12/10/2025 - High risk9/2/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 3 cited at "Annual Review Follow Up" inspection on 9/2/2025. Resolved: On Site (9/2/2025). 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 - High risk9/2/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 3 cited at "Annual Review Follow Up" inspection on 9/2/2025. Resolved: On Site (9/2/2025). 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 - High risk9/2/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 3 cited at "Annual Review Follow Up" inspection on 9/2/2025. Resolved: On Site (9/2/2025). Steps taken: The staff was reassigned to other classrooms as necessary. Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk7/30/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/30/2025. Resolved: On Site (7/30/2025). 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 risk7/30/2025
Direct Supervision
Direct Supervision — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/30/2025. Resolved: On Site (7/30/2025). 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 - High risk7/30/2025
Ratios
Ratios — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 3 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/30/2025. Resolved: On Site (7/30/2025). Steps taken: Mixed age groups were corrected, and TA 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 - High risk7/30/2025
Medications and Medical Procedures
Medications and Medical Procedures — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 4 of 4 cited at "Annual Review" inspection on 7/30/2025. Resolved: On Site (7/30/2025). Steps taken: The storage of medicated was corrected. 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 risk4/4/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Initial Application Follow Up" inspection on 4/4/2025. Resolved: Yes (4/9/2025). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/9/2025 - Medium risk4/4/2025
Child Records
Child Records — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Initial Application Follow Up" inspection on 4/4/2025. Resolved: Yes (4/10/2025). Steps taken: The child’s file(s) was completed with the appropriate documents as required. (Immunization, complete 2900, medication permission, discipline policy, etc.). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/10/2025
Safety & Compliance Analysis
This daycare has multiple recorded violations. Review the details to make an informed decision.
(Past 6 Months)
Parent Recommendations
Based on the violation data, here are some recommendations:
- 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
$826/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: 58
- Type: Child Care Center
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