Smart Cookies Preschool
CHARLESTON, SC·Child Care CenterLicensed
Contact information
Address1643-A & 1637 Savannah Hwy, CHARLESTON, SC, 29407
CountyCHARLESTON
Phone(843)-974-3764
Operating details
Hours<ul><li>M-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>T-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>W-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>Th-6:30AM-6:00PM</li><li>F-6:30AM-6:00PM Sa-0 Su-0</li></ul>
Capacity103
Compliance snapshot
Last inspection: 11/4/2025 · Counts cover the full published inspection history; search results show the past 2 years.
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
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Location
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1643-A & 1637 Savannah Hwy, CHARLESTON, SC, 29407, CHARLESTON, SC 29407
Questions to ask on a tour
Chosen for this facility's inspection history and profile — bring them along on your visit.
- Ask how they keep enrollment, immunization, and emergency-contact records current - their state findings include documentation lapses
- This is a large program - ask how children are grouped, how ratios are kept in each room, and how staff cover breaks
- Ask about teacher-to-child ratios and how supervision is maintained through the day
- Ask about their illness policy and which symptoms require a child to stay home
Violation summary
Last 2 years · Last inspection: 11/4/2025
- High3
- Medium-High0
- Medium1
- Medium-Low0
- Low0
2025
- High risk11/4/2025
Reporting of Changes affecting License/Approval/Registration
Reporting of Changes affecting License/Approval/Registration — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Initial Application Follow Up" inspection on 11/4/2025. Resolved: Yes (4/23/2026). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected 4/23/2026 - High risk9/11/2025
Center Definitions
Center Definitions — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 2 cited at "Review" inspection on 9/11/2025. Resolved: On Site (9/11/2025). 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 risk9/11/2025
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking — severity Medium (state-assigned) — deficiency 2 of 2 cited at "Review" inspection on 9/11/2025. Resolved: On Site (9/11/2025). Source: SC Child Care provider record (SC DSS Division of Early Care and Education).
Corrected at inspection - High risk8/25/2025
Discipline and Behavior Management
Discipline and Behavior Management — severity High (state-assigned) — deficiency 1 of 1 cited at "Complaint" inspection on 8/25/2025. Resolved: On Site (8/25/2025). Steps taken: Regulation and policies regarding discipline was reviewed with the director, co-director, owner/operator. Positive nonviolent methods of guidance to children was addressed and TA/training 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
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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- 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.
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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: CHARLESTON, CHARLESTON County
- Capacity: 103
- Type: Child Care Center
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