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Cainhoy Children's Academy
- licensed capacity
- 252
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About Cainhoy Children's Academy
Cainhoy Children's Academy is a licensed child care center in Charleston, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 252 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, preschool and toddler care. 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 20 rules across 8 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsMeals providedSecure entrySTEM / STEAM
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Six weeks to five years
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 252 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 to five years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | STEM / STEAM |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Birth-1yr 1:5; 1-2yrs 1:6; 2-3yrs 1:8; 3-4yrs 1:12; 4-5yrs 1:17 |
| Staff | Team of educators with more than 125 years of combined experience |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Remote keyless entry system (FOB) |
| Licensed capacity | 252 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Cainhoy Children's Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Berkeley 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 Cainhoy Children's Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 252 children
- License number
- #24906
Summary
9 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 29, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 8 of 9 visits · 20 rules in all · 19 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 9
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Background checks 2
- Records and paperwork 1
- Food and nutrition 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Jun 29, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Staff Requirements
May 4, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
Reporting of Incidents
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
May 20, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Jun 5, 2025
Staff Requirements
Corrected during the visit
- Mar 31, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jun 26, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Feeding Chairs
Corrected during the visit
Jun 25, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Sanitation
Corrected during the visit
Jun 20, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Apr 5, 2024Inspection4 rules cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Apr 8, 2024
Nov 28, 2023Complaint investigation3 rules cited
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
Discipline and Behavior Management
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Cainhoy Children's Academy
Is Cainhoy Children's Academy licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Cainhoy Children's Academy last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 29, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 9 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Cainhoy Children's Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 20 rules across 8 of 9 visits in the last 3 years; 19 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 Cainhoy Children's Academy care for?
252, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Cainhoy Children's Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Cainhoy Children's Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 371-5950 to ask.
What is Cainhoy Children's Academy's phone number?
(843) 371-5950.
Where is Cainhoy Children's Academy?
1005 Clements Crest Lane, Charleston, SC 29492.