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Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI

1699 N. Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC 297203.9· 15 reviews
licensed capacity
220
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$222

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About Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI

Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI is a licensed child care center in Lancaster, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 220 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, early head start, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 9 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolMeals providedCameras for parentsSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
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Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
220 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed

Programs

Programs and care

ProgramsAfter-school care, early head start, infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
EnrichmentMusic, art, baseball
StaffCPR-trained staff
Daily lifeUSDA food program (CACFP)
SafetyLocked doors, keycard access, Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras monitoring all the action), Outdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsABC Scholarships
Parent updatesParent app (Procare, Procare™ app)
Licensed capacity220 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Lancaster County has a median price of $222 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.
Lancaster County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$222
Home daycare$154

Toddler

Center$208
Home daycare$154

Preschool

Center$163
Home daycare$143

School age

Center$169
Home daycare$93

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
220 children
License number
#25518
See the state's record

Summary

9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 2, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 9 visits · 17 rules in all · 15 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 6
  • Building, equipment and play areas 4
  • Records and paperwork 3
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safety and hazards 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. Jun 2, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Furniture, Toys, and Recreational Equipment

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Outdoor Space

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Bathrooms

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 29, 2026

  2. Apr 28, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkHigh severity

      Reporting of Incidents

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Feb 19, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026

    • Records and paperworkHigh severity

      Reporting of Incidents

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026

    • Records and paperworkHigh severity

      Reporting of Incidents

      Correction date in the state record: Feb 19, 2026

  4. Aug 26, 2025Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionMedium severity

      Meal Requirements

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsHigh severity

      Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

      Corrected during the visit

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity

      Discipline and Behavior Management

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Health, medication and illnessHigh severity

      Diapering

  5. May 27, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. Mar 12, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

  7. May 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  8. Feb 7, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Outdoor Space

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024

  9. Feb 7, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Outdoor Space

      Correction date in the state record: Aug 13, 2024

Copied from South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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Questions about Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI

Is Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI licensed?

Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 2, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 7 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 15 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 Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI care for?

220, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 286-4177 to ask.

What is Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI's phone number?

(803) 286-4177.

Where is Buford Child Development Center dba 2LRWLI?

1699 N. Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC 29720. The nearest other daycare we list is Angels "R" Us, 2.3 miles away.

Sources: South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).