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Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

1050 Wildwood Centre Drive, Columbia, SC 292294.2· 81 reviews
licensed capacity
270
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$202
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About

About Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

Chesterbrook Academy Columbia is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 270 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school 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 8 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedSecure entry
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks, Pre-K
Hours today
7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
270 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “7:00 AM to 6:00 PM”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks, Pre-K
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumLinks to Learning
StaffOngoing training for our dedicated teachers
Daily lifeMeals provided
SafetyWe restrict access to our enrolled families, our staff, and registered visitors, Outdoor playground
DiscountsSibling Discounts
MoreFounded 1992
Licensed capacity270 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Chesterbrook Academy Columbia 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).

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

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

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 Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
270 children
License number
#15495
See the state's record

Summary

4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jan 30, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 4 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 3
  • Safety and hazards 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Records and paperwork 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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  1. Jan 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  2. Aug 2, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Dec 1, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium severity

      Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsHigh severity

      Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

      Corrected during the visit

    • Records and paperworkHigh severity

      Reporting of Incidents

      Correction date in the state record: Jan 19, 2024

  4. Nov 3, 2023Complaint investigation4 rules cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity

      Discipline and Behavior Management

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023

    • Discipline and child guidanceLow severity

      Program of Activities

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 1, 2023

  5. Oct 4, 2023Inspection3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safety and hazardsMedium severity

      Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

      Correction date in the state record: Nov 3, 2023

    • Food and nutritionMedium severity

      Cleaning, Storage, and Handling of Food Utensils and Equipment

      Corrected during the visit

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 Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

Is Chesterbrook Academy Columbia licensed?

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

When was Chesterbrook Academy Columbia last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on January 30, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Chesterbrook Academy Columbia had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 2 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Chesterbrook Academy Columbia care for?

270, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Chesterbrook Academy Columbia's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Chesterbrook Academy Columbia cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 699-9988 to ask.

What is Chesterbrook Academy Columbia's phone number?

(803) 699-9988.

Where is Chesterbrook Academy Columbia?

1050 Wildwood Centre Drive, Columbia, SC 29229. The nearest other daycare we list is Caughman Academy, 1.6 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).