Kiddie Academy of Columbia SC
1955 Clemson Rd, Columbia, SC
3.8· 12 reviews
Dream Catcher Child Development Center
- licensed capacity
- 46
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About Dream Catcher Child Development Center
Dream Catcher Child Development Center is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 46 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care. It says it provides meals.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 12 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Before- and after-schoolFaith-basedMeals providedNAEYC accredited
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years old
- Hours today
- 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 46 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care |
| Approach | Faith-based (biblical educational foundation) |
| Curriculum | ABEKA, Frog Street, and Creative Curriculum |
| Daily life | USDA food program (CACFP); Meals provided; Snacks provided. Extended care: Open 6 am to 12 midnight |
| Accreditation | NAEYC accredited |
| Licensed capacity | 46 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Dream Catcher Child Development Center 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.
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
State record
Inspection reports for Dream Catcher Child Development Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 46 children
- License number
- #24042
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Apr 13, 2026: 9 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 12 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Safety and hazards 3
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Transportation 1
- Discipline and child guidance 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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Apr 13, 2026Complaint investigation9 rules cited
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2026
Transportation
Correction date in the state record: Apr 20, 2026
Fire Safety
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Medications and Medical Procedures
Corrected during the visit
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Corrected during the visit
Mar 5, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Reporting of Incidents
Corrected during the visit
- Jan 16, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Aug 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Reporting of Incidents
Corrected during the visit
Jun 2, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Discipline and Behavior Management
Corrected during the visit
- May 29, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- May 19, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 1, 2023Inspection9 rules cited
Outdoor Space
Corrected during the visit
Furniture, Toys, and Recreational Equipment
Corrected during the visit
Capacity
Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2024
Bathrooms
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space & Conditions - Lighting
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Corrected during the visit
Sanitation
Corrected during the visit
Outdoor Space
Corrected during the visit
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FAQ
Questions about Dream Catcher Child Development Center
Is Dream Catcher Child Development Center licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Dream Catcher Child Development Center last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on April 13, 2026, with 9 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Dream Catcher Child Development Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 12 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 Dream Catcher Child Development Center care for?
46, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Dream Catcher Child Development Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Dream Catcher Child Development Center cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 462-0632 to ask.
What is Dream Catcher Child Development Center's phone number?
(803) 462-0632.
Where is Dream Catcher Child Development Center?
4114 A Hardscrabble Road, Columbia, SC 29223. The nearest other daycare we list is Living Springs Lutheran Church Child Development Center, 0.3 miles away.