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Sumter, SC 29153 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Bethesda Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 99
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Bethesda Learning Center
Bethesda Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Sumter, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 99 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with infant care, pre-k and preschool.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 11 visits in the last 3 years and cited 31 rules across 11 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KFaith-based
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Six weeks old to Kindergarten
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 99 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Six weeks old to Kindergarten |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k and preschool |
| Approach | Faith-based (Bethesda Church of God) |
| Curriculum | A Beka |
| Staff | CPR and First Aid certification; minimum of 15 hours of annual training per year |
| Licensed capacity | 99 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bethesda Learning Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Sumter County has a median price of $199 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
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Infant
Center$199
Home daycare$138
Toddler
Center$185
Home daycare$138
Preschool
Center$181
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$138
Home daycare$89
State record
Inspection reports for Bethesda Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 99 children
- License number
- #23245
Summary
11 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 5, 2026: 4 rules cited
Rules cited on 11 of 11 visits · 31 rules in all · 31 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 11
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Background checks 4
- Safety and hazards 3
- Staff training and qualifications 3
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Other rules 2
For comparison: 60% of South Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 1.
A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
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May 5, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: May 21, 2026
Diapering
Corrected during the visit
Electrical Sources
Corrected during the visit
Staff Requirements
Corrected during the visit
Mar 11, 2026Follow-up visit1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Feb 9, 2026Follow-up visit1 rule cited
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Feb 18, 2026
Jan 7, 2026Follow-up visit1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Sep 15, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Aug 15, 2025Inspection6 rules cited
Ratios
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025
Direct Supervision
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Corrected during the visit
Electrical Sources
Corrected during the visit
63-13-30 Caregiver requirements
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025
Diapering
Correction date in the state record: Dec 8, 2025
Jun 5, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
Center Definitions
Corrected during the visit
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Mar 19, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Mar 28, 2025
Dec 12, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Diapering
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Center Definitions
Corrected during the visit
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Dec 27, 2024
Dec 3, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Corrected during the visit
Nap Time Ratios
Corrected during the visit
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Mar 19, 2025
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Meal Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Dec 12, 2024
Show 1 earlier visit
Apr 17, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 10, 2024
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: May 8, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Bethesda Learning Center
Is Bethesda Learning Center licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Bethesda Learning Center last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on May 5, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 11 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bethesda Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 31 rules across 11 of 11 visits in the last 3 years; 31 show a correction in the state record. For comparison: 60% of South Carolina daycares had at least one rule cited in the last 3 years; the typical daycare had 1. A cited rule is what an inspector found on the day of a visit. It is not a rating of the daycare today.
How many children can Bethesda Learning Center care for?
99, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Bethesda Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bethesda Learning Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 469-2588 to ask.
What is Bethesda Learning Center's phone number?
(803) 469-2588.
Where is Bethesda Learning Center?
2730 Broad Street, Sumter, SC 29150. The nearest other daycare we list is Kid's Academy, 0.9 miles away.