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Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island

5 Rue Du Bois, Beaufort, SC 299075.0· 5 reviews
licensed capacity
105
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$199
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About Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island

Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island is a licensed child care center in Beaufort, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 105 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Play-based 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 6 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-KMeals providedAccepts child care subsidy
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks to 5 years
Hours today
7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Licensed capacity
105 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Tuesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Wednesday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Thursday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
Friday7:00 AM to 5:30 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “Mon-Fri 7:00 AM - 5:30 PM; closed Sat & Sun”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks to 5 years
ProgramsInfant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care
ApproachPlay-based
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided. Potty training: Teachers support children through potty training
SafetyOutdoor playground
Assistance it acceptsState and local child care subsidy programs and military benefits
Parent updatesParent app (Procare, Procare Engage family app)
AccreditationOther accreditation (ABC Quality)
Licensed capacity105 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island 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.
Beaufort 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 Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
105 children
License number
#26177
See the state's record

Summary

6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 23, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 8 rules in all · 8 corrected

  • Health, medication and illness 2
  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Discipline and child guidance 1
  • Safe sleep 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. Mar 23, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
    • Health, medication and illnessHigh severity

      Staff Health

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Health, medication and illnessMedium severity

      Staff Health

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh severity

      Staff Requirements

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 27, 2026

  2. Oct 29, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity

      Discipline and Behavior Management

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Oct 8, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Jun 11, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Nap Time Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Jun 2, 2025VisitNo rules cited
  6. May 1, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
    • Safe sleepHigh severity

      Sleeping

      Corrected during the visit

    • Other rulesHigh severity

      Center Definitions

      Corrected during the visit

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Corrected during the visit

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 Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island

Is Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island 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 Lady's Island last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on March 23, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 8 rules across 4 of 6 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 Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island care for?

105, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 986-1090 to ask.

What is Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island's phone number?

(843) 986-1090.

Where is Hobbit Hill Academy at Lady's Island?

5 Rue Du Bois, Beaufort, SC 29907. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Peter's Catholic School, 0.4 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).