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Coastal Children's Academy

286 Dunn Shortcut Road, Conway, SC 295275.0· 3 reviews
licensed capacity
75
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$199
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About Coastal Children's Academy

Coastal Children's Academy is a licensed child care center in Conway, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 75 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, full-time care, infant care and part-time care.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 8 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

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Type
Child care center
Ages
12 months to 10 years
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
75 children

Hours

Hours

Monday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday7:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Mon - Fri: 6:30am - 6pm (Early Drop Off: 6:30am - 7:30am; Extended Day: 7:30am - 6pm; Full Day: 7:30am - 3pm; Half Day: 8am - 12pm; Afterschool: 3pm - 6pm)”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages12 months to 10 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum for Preschool
Class sizeClassrooms are made up of 10 or less children (Preschool Program)
StaffWell-trained, CPR & First Aid certified, well-qualified, meet all licensing guidelines
SafetyOutdoor playground
Licensed capacity75 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Coastal Children's Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Horry County has a median price of $199 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

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Horry 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 Coastal Children's Academy

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
75 children
License number
#24129
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Summary

8 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 7 of 8 visits · 13 rules in all · 13 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 5
  • Building, equipment and play areas 2
  • Discipline and child guidance 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Food and nutrition 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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  1. Jul 21, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. May 15, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Furniture, Toys, and Recreational Equipment

      Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Sep 25, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh severity

      Staff Requirements

      Correction date in the state record: Oct 1, 2025

  4. Jun 4, 2025Visit2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Center Definitions

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jun 4, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Center Definitions

      Corrected during the visit

  6. Jan 30, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity

      Discipline and Behavior Management

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 31, 2025

  7. Sep 11, 2024Complaint investigation5 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Nap Time Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Inspection

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024

    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity

      Discipline and Behavior Management

      Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024

  8. May 29, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionHigh severity

      Food Storage

      Corrected during the visit

    • Building, equipment and play areasHigh severity

      Outdoor Space

      Correction date in the state record: Sep 24, 2024

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 Children's Academy

Is Coastal Children's Academy licensed?

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

When was Coastal Children's Academy last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on July 21, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 8 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Coastal Children's Academy had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 7 of 8 visits in the last 3 years; 13 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 Children's Academy care for?

75, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Coastal Children's Academy's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Coastal Children's Academy cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 369-5437 to ask.

What is Coastal Children's Academy's phone number?

(843) 369-5437.

Where is Coastal Children's Academy?

286 Dunn Shortcut Road, Conway, SC 29527. The nearest other daycare we list is Conway Christian School, 1.5 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).