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Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant

891 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 294644.5· 51 reviews
licensed capacity
218
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$202

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About Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant

Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant is a licensed child care center in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 218 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp. It says it provides meals.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 3 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KSummer campMeals providedSecure entryAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 8 years old
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
218 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Mon-Fri 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM; closed Saturday & Sunday”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 8 years old
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
EnrichmentCooking classes, annual developmental screenings
StaffDirector holds a Bachelor's Degree in Elementary Education
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyDigital sign-in & out, Outdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsState and local child care subsidy programs and military benefits
Parent updatesParent app (Procare, Procare Engage)
AccreditationOther accreditation (ABC Quality)
Licensed capacity218 childrenFrom the state license
A daycare without an item may still offer it; ask.

Cost

Tuition and costs

Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant 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).

Ask the daycare for its ratesIt has not listed its tuition. The county medians below are a starting point.
Charleston 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 Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
218 children
License number
#26250
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit May 13, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 2 of 6 visits · 3 rules in all · 3 corrected

  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Supervision and ratios 1
  • Safety and hazards 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. May 13, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jan 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  3. Oct 30, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Sep 9, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  5. Apr 21, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Furniture, Toys, and Recreational Equipment

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Apr 21, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Safety and hazardsMedium severity

      Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards

      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 Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant

Is Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant licensed?

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

When was Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on May 13, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 3 rules across 2 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 3 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 Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant care for?

218, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 849-0051 to ask.

What is Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant's phone number?

(843) 849-0051.

Where is Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant?

891 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC 29464. The nearest other daycare we list is The Sweetgrass School, 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).