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C.A.R.E. Academy
- licensed capacity
- 73
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About C.A.R.E. Academy
C.A.R.E. Academy is a licensed child care center in Charleston, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 73 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. 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 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsBefore- 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
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 73 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, preschool and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Play-based |
| Curriculum | The Creative Curriculum |
| Staff | CPR-certified staff |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Access controls on all entrances, Cameras / live video for parents (security cameras on site), Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | Accepts subsidies |
| Discounts | 5% sibling discount |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Brightwheel) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (Quality Counts, 5-star rating) |
| More | Founded 2016 |
| Licensed capacity | 73 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
C.A.R.E. Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Charleston 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 C.A.R.E. Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 73 children
- License number
- #24273
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 16, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Jun 16, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 15, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 25, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Apr 25, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about C.A.R.E. Academy
Is C.A.R.E. Academy licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was C.A.R.E. Academy last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 16, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has C.A.R.E. Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 C.A.R.E. Academy care for?
73, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are C.A.R.E. Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does C.A.R.E. Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 277-2177 to ask.
What is C.A.R.E. Academy's phone number?
(843) 277-2177.
Where is C.A.R.E. Academy?
2507 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC 29414. The nearest other daycare we list is La Petite Academy, 0.1 miles away.