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Saint Stephen, SC 29479 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Carolina Children's Discovery Center
- licensed capacity
- 46
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Carolina Children's Discovery Center
Carolina Children's Discovery Center is a licensed child care center in Bonneau, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 46 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 1 rule across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KMeals providedCameras for parentsAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years old
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 46 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
| Ages | 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k and preschool |
| Approach | Play-based |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| Safety | Cameras / live video for parents (parents can access classroom camera feeds through secure system) |
| Assistance it accepts | Childcare Scholarships |
| More | Founded 2021 |
| Licensed capacity | 46 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Carolina Children's Discovery Center 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.
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 Carolina Children's Discovery Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 46 children
- License number
- #26240
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 24, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 5 visits · 1 rule in all · 1 corrected
- 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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See all 5 visits
- Jun 24, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 14, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Mar 4, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026
- Sep 5, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 15, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Carolina Children's Discovery Center
Is Carolina Children's Discovery Center licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Carolina Children's Discovery Center last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 24, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Carolina Children's Discovery Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 1 rule across 1 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 1 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 Carolina Children's Discovery Center care for?
46, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Carolina Children's Discovery Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Carolina Children's Discovery Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 749-1157 to ask.
What is Carolina Children's Discovery Center's phone number?
(843) 749-1157.
Where is Carolina Children's Discovery Center?
111 Shelly Street, Bonneau, SC 29431. The nearest other daycare we list is Providence Baptist Day Care, 4 miles away.