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Foundations Early Learning Center #218

7 Magnolia Cove Dr., Simpsonville, SC 296804.4· 30 reviews
licensed capacity
245
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$202
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About Foundations Early Learning Center #218

Foundations Early Learning Center #218 is a licensed child care center in Simpsonville, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 245 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a STEM / STEAM approach, with after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 12 visits in the last 3 years and cited 8 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsSTEM / STEAM
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 12 years old
Hours today
Closed today
Licensed capacity
245 children

Hours

Hours

Monday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayTodayNot listed
Hours it lists: “M-F: 6:30 am-6:00 pm”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 12 years old
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
ApproachSTEM / STEAM
CurriculumThe Creative Curriculum
EnrichmentSchool readiness, literacy, & Spanish enrichment programs
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyCameras / live video for parents (security cameras in all classrooms and playgrounds; live feed viewable from lobby or director's office), Outdoor playground
TransportationTransportation (Transportation To/From Bryson Elementary)
Parent updatesParent app (MyFoundations)
Licensed capacity245 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Foundations Early Learning Center #218 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Greenville 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.
Greenville 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 Foundations Early Learning Center #218

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
245 children
License number
#24983
See the state's record

Summary

12 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 1, 2026: no rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 12 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected

  • Safe sleep 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Health, medication and illness 1
  • Food and nutrition 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Other rules 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. Jul 1, 2026VisitNo rules cited
  2. Mar 5, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
  3. Aug 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  4. Mar 27, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium severity

      Diapering

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Mar 19, 2025Follow-up visitNo rules cited
  6. Feb 27, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
    • Food and nutritionHigh severity

      Feeding, Eating, and Drinking

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepMedium severity

      Sleeping

      Corrected during the visit

    • Safe sleepHigh severity

      Rest Equipment

      Corrected during the visit

  7. Sep 25, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  8. Aug 19, 2024Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Center Definitions

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

  9. Mar 13, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  10. Feb 26, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity

      Discipline and Behavior Management

      Corrected during the visit

Show 2 earlier visits
  1. Feb 1, 2024VisitNo rules cited
  2. Jan 18, 2024InspectionNo rules cited

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 Foundations Early Learning Center #218

Is Foundations Early Learning Center #218 licensed?

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

When was Foundations Early Learning Center #218 last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on July 1, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 12 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Foundations Early Learning Center #218 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 12 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 Foundations Early Learning Center #218 care for?

245, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Foundations Early Learning Center #218's hours?

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

How much does Foundations Early Learning Center #218 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (864) 256-0404 to ask.

What is Foundations Early Learning Center #218's phone number?

(864) 256-0404.

Where is Foundations Early Learning Center #218?

7 Magnolia Cove Dr., Simpsonville, SC 29680.

Sources: South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).