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Kids Life Learning Center
- licensed capacity
- 83
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $75
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About Kids Life Learning Center
Kids Life Learning Center is a licensed child care center in Elgin, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 83 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and part-time care. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition from $75 to $180.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 19 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedPosts tuition
Ask when you call: current openings, staff-to-child ratio and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 6 weeks - 5 years old; after school up to age 12 or age 18 with IEP
- Hours today
- 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 83 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 6 weeks - 5 years old; after school up to age 12 or age 18 with IEP |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care, summer camp and toddler care |
| Staff | First Aid/CPR and trained staff |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Parents pack food; Snacks provided |
| Licensed capacity | 83 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Kids Life Learning Center lists weekly tuition from $75 to $180. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Kershaw County has a median price of $111 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| $180 weekly (all ages) | $180 |
| Afterschool $75 weekly | $75 |
| Summer Program $160 weekly (ages 5 - 12) | $160 a week |
2 posted prices. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
Infant
Center$111
Home daycare$133
Toddler
Center$111
Home daycare$133
Preschool
Center$121
Home daycare$136
School age
Center$128
Home daycare$143
State record
Inspection reports for Kids Life Learning Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 83 children
- License number
- #25116
Summary
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 7 visits · 19 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 6
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 3
- Records and paperwork 3
- Safety and hazards 2
- 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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Jun 10, 2026Inspection2 rules cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
- Apr 29, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Mar 17, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Discipline and Behavior Management
Corrected during the visit
Staff Requirements
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Mar 23, 2026
Reporting of Incidents
Corrected during the visit
May 21, 2025Inspection11 rules cited
Electrical Sources
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
Fire Safety
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Ratios
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
Direct Supervision
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2025
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Staff Records
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Staff Records
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: May 30, 2025
- Aug 21, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jul 31, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Nov 1, 2024
- Apr 24, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 17, 2023Follow-up visitNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Kids Life Learning Center
Is Kids Life Learning Center licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Kids Life Learning Center last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Kids Life Learning Center had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 19 rules across 4 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 17 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 Life Learning Center care for?
83, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Kids Life Learning Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Kids Life Learning Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $75 to $180, as it lists it.
What is Kids Life Learning Center's phone number?
(803) 572-0308.
Where is Kids Life Learning Center?
2232 B Hwy 1 South, Elgin, SC 29045. The nearest other daycare we list is Boys & Girls Clubs of Kershaw (Blaney Elementary School), 0.8 miles away.