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Cane Bay Academy

438 Market Place Drive, Summerville, SC 294863.8· 25 reviews
licensed capacity
145
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$199
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About

About Cane Bay Academy

Cane Bay Academy is a licensed child care center in Summerville, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 145 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, infant care and pre-k.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 15 visits in the last 3 years and cited 16 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 12 years
Hours today
6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
145 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 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
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Mon-Fri 6:30 AM - 5:30 PM; closed Saturday and Sunday”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, drop-in care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based, STEM / STEAM
EnrichmentSports & athletics (Amazing Athletes)
Daily lifeSnacks provided. Potty training: Teachers support children through potty training
SafetySecure key fob entry, Outdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsState and local child care subsidy programs and military benefits
TransportationTransportation (safe transportation between the school and the child's elementary school)
Parent updatesParent app (Procare, Procare Engage)
AccreditationOther accreditation (ABC Quality)
Licensed capacity145 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Cane Bay 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).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Berkeley County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Cane Bay Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
145 children
License number
#25172
See the state's record

Summary

15 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 7, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 6 of 15 visits · 16 rules in all · 16 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 8
  • Records and paperwork 1
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Safe sleep 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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See all 17 visits
  1. Jul 7, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. May 20, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. Apr 22, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Apr 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  5. Feb 17, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  6. Oct 16, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

  7. Jul 7, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

  8. Jul 1, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  9. Apr 30, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  10. Sep 16, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
    • Records and paperworkMedium severity

      Child Records

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 2, 2024

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium severity

      Staff Health

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2024

    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh severity

      Staff Requirements

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 6, 2024

Show 7 earlier visits
  1. Jun 20, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
    • Background checksHigh severity

      63-13-40 Background checks for employment

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Center Definitions

      Corrected during the visit

    • Food and nutritionHigh severity

      Feeding, Eating, and Drinking

      Corrected during the visit

  2. Apr 22, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Mar 7, 2024Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepHigh severity

      Rest Equipment

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Center Definitions

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

  4. Nov 8, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  5. Nov 8, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  6. Oct 23, 2023InspectionNo rules cited
  7. Oct 12, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited

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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FAQ

Questions about Cane Bay Academy

Is Cane Bay Academy licensed?

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

When was Cane Bay Academy last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on July 7, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 15 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Cane Bay Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 16 rules across 6 of 15 visits in the last 3 years; 16 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 Cane Bay Academy care for?

145, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Cane Bay Academy's hours?

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

How much does Cane Bay Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 899-0602 to ask.

What is Cane Bay Academy's phone number?

(843) 899-0602.

Where is Cane Bay Academy?

438 Market Place Drive, Summerville, SC 29486. The nearest other daycare we list is Big Blue Marble Academy, 0.2 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).