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Beaufort, SC 29906 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH
- licensed capacity
- 109
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
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About
About Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH
Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH is a licensed child care center in Beaufort, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 109 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based and STEM / STEAM approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 3 visits in the last 3 years and cited 2 rules across 1 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KMeals providedSecure entrySTEM / STEAMAccepts child care subsidy
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 5 years
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 109 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 5 years |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, STEM / STEAM |
| Staff | Every team member passes a background check before stepping into a classroom |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Teachers support children through potty training at their own pace |
| Safety | Secure coded entry, Outdoor playground |
| Assistance it accepts | State and local child care subsidy programs and military benefits |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Procare, Procare Engage) |
| Accreditation | Other accreditation (ABC Quality) |
| Licensed capacity | 109 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Beaufort 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 Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 109 children
- License number
- #26178
Summary
3 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 25, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 1 of 3 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 1
- Background checks 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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- Mar 25, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 25, 2025Inspection2 rules cited
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Sep 19, 2025
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Sep 2, 2025
- Jun 6, 2025VisitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH
Is Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on March 25, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 3 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 1 of 3 visits in the last 3 years; 2 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 Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH care for?
109, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 379-9636 to ask.
What is Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH's phone number?
(843) 379-9636.
Where is Hobbit Hill Academy at BMH?
5 Verdier Bluff Rd., Beaufort, SC 29902. The nearest other daycare we list is The Honeytree Preschool, 0.6 miles away.