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Dolphin Preparatory Academy
- licensed capacity
- 93
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Dolphin Preparatory Academy
Dolphin Preparatory Academy is a licensed child care center in Cayce, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 93 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Children aged 2-10
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 93 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Children aged 2-10 |
|---|---|
| Staff | Experienced teachers |
| Licensed capacity | 93 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dolphin Preparatory Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Lexington 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 Dolphin Preparatory Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 93 children
- License number
- #25133
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 21, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 6 visits
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 7 visits
- Jul 21, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Jun 9, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 22, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 21, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 14, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Oct 25, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Nov 2, 2023
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FAQ
Questions about Dolphin Preparatory Academy
Is Dolphin Preparatory Academy licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Dolphin Preparatory 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 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dolphin Preparatory Academy had rules cited by the state?
No. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists no cited rules in its 6 visits in the last 3 years. 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 Dolphin Preparatory Academy care for?
93, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Dolphin Preparatory Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Dolphin Preparatory Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 791-5090 to ask.
What is Dolphin Preparatory Academy's phone number?
(803) 791-5090.
Where is Dolphin Preparatory Academy?
1247 Glenn Street, Cayce, SC 29033. The nearest other daycare we list is Success By Steps Early Learning Academy, 0.6 miles away.