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Cadence Academy Preschool
- licensed capacity
- 231
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About Cadence Academy Preschool
Cadence Academy Preschool is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 231 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes a Bilingual / immersion, Faith-based, Montessori and Play-based approach, with after-school care, full-time care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
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 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMontessoriPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campFaith-basedMeals providedBilingual program
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Six weeks through 12-years-old
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 231 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Six weeks through 12-years-old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, full-time care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Approach | Bilingual / immersion (Language Immersion program (languages not specified)), Faith-based (Faith-based programs, lessons rooted in Christ's love), Montessori, Play-based |
| Curriculum | Ascend Curriculum |
| Enrichment | Cadence KickStart™ Soccer |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| More | Founded 1995 |
| Licensed capacity | 231 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cadence Academy Preschool 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).
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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 Cadence Academy Preschool
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 231 children
- License number
- #18368
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 26, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 4 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Staff training and qualifications 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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May 26, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2026
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2026
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Aug 11, 2026
- Nov 6, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 6, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 14, 2024Follow-up visitNo rules cited
- Oct 24, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 9, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Cadence Academy Preschool
Is Cadence Academy Preschool licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cadence Academy Preschool last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on May 26, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cadence Academy Preschool had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 1 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 Cadence Academy Preschool care for?
231, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Cadence Academy Preschool's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cadence Academy Preschool cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 788-2255 to ask.
What is Cadence Academy Preschool's phone number?
(803) 788-2255.
Where is Cadence Academy Preschool?
1130 Sparkleberry Lane, Columbia, SC 29223. The nearest other daycare we list is Kradles 2 Krayons, 0.2 miles away.