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Kids Garden Columbia
- licensed capacity
- 39
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About Kids Garden Columbia
Kids Garden Columbia is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 39 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. It describes a Montessori, Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, drop-in care, full-time care and preschool. 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 2 rules across 2 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
MontessoriBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals provided
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 1 - 12
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 39 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 1 - 12 |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, drop-in care, full-time care, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Montessori, Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Enrichment | Art, science, and exploration classes |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided. Extended care: Sat-Sun reserved for parties and parent's night out |
| Licensed capacity | 39 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids Garden Columbia 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 Kids Garden Columbia
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 39 children
- License number
- #25968
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Feb 11, 2026: no rules cited
Rules cited on 2 of 7 visits · 2 rules in all · 2 corrected
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Supervision and ratios 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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- Feb 11, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Discipline and Behavior Management
Correction date in the state record: Jul 31, 2025
Jul 30, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
- Jul 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Apr 24, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 16, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 21, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kids Garden Columbia
Is Kids Garden Columbia licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids Garden Columbia last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on February 11, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids Garden Columbia had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 2 rules across 2 of 7 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 Kids Garden Columbia care for?
39, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Kids Garden Columbia's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kids Garden Columbia cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 451-0290 to ask.
What is Kids Garden Columbia's phone number?
(803) 451-0290.
Where is Kids Garden Columbia?
4714 Forest Drive, Columbia, SC 29206. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Martin's Preschool, 0.2 miles away.