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Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 135
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center
Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 135 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 1 month - 4 years
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 135 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 1 month - 4 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | The World at Their Fingertips |
| Staff | All staff trained regularly in CPR; First Aid taught as required by state licensing |
| Parent updates | Parent app (My Bright Day™) |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 135 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Richland County has a median price of $202 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Infant
Center$202
Home daycare$139
Toddler
Center$188
Home daycare$139
Preschool
Center$184
Home daycare$134
School age
Center$139
Home daycare$90
State record
Inspection reports for Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 135 children
- License number
- #22227
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 15, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 3 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Safe sleep 2
- Safety and hazards 1
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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Jan 15, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Sleeping
Corrected during the visit
Jan 15, 2026Visit1 rule cited
Sleeping
Corrected during the visit
Nov 19, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
Sleeping
Correction date in the state record: Jan 15, 2026
- Aug 12, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center
Is Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on January 15, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 3 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center care for?
135, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 766-1742 to ask.
What is Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center's phone number?
(803) 766-1742.
Where is Bright Horizons at Columbia Federal Child Development Center?
1835 Assembly Street Room 113, Columbia, SC 29201. The nearest other daycare we list is Clear Dot Charter School, 0.3 miles away.