KinderCare
8730 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC
4.6· 50 reviews
La Petite Academy
- licensed capacity
- 114
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About La Petite Academy
La Petite Academy is a licensed child care center in North Charleston, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 114 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It says it provides meals.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 13 visits in the last 3 years and cited 35 rules across 10 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parentsSecure entry
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 Weeks - 12 Years
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 114 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Thursday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Friday | 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 Weeks - 12 Years |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Enrichment | Handwriting & Advanced Math, Music, Phonics, Soccer, Spanish, Yoga (for an additional fee) |
| Staff | More than half of our teachers have an early childhood certificate or degree and they all participate in training throughout the year. All of our staff are CPR/First Aid certified |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Safety | Personalized door code for each family to gain access, Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Cameras / live video for parents (live streaming video of classroom via SproutAbout app) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (SproutAbout) |
| Licensed capacity | 114 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
La Petite Academy has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Charleston 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 La Petite Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 114 children
- License number
- #13845
Summary
13 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 7, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 10 of 13 visits · 35 rules in all · 32 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 7
- Supervision and ratios 5
- Building, equipment and play areas 4
- Staff training and qualifications 4
- Records and paperwork 4
- Food and nutrition 3
- Safe sleep 3
- Discipline and child guidance 2
- Safety and hazards 1
- Other rules 2
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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 14 visits
Aug 7, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Food Storage
Corrected during the visit
Jul 24, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Outdoor Space
Rest Equipment
Sanitation
Apr 30, 2026Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Center Definitions
Corrected during the visit
Feb 5, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
Rest Equipment
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2026
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Apr 1, 2026
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Mar 25, 2026
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: Feb 27, 2026
Dec 19, 2025Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Direct Supervision
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2025
Discipline and Behavior Management
Correction date in the state record: Dec 19, 2025
Apr 22, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
Food Storage
Correction date in the state record: Apr 25, 2025
Inspection
Correction date in the state record: Jun 9, 2025
Direct Supervision
Correction date in the state record: Apr 22, 2025
Apr 4, 2025Inspection4 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2026
Outdoor Space
Correction date in the state record: Feb 5, 2026
Diapering
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Direct Supervision
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Dec 2, 2024Complaint investigation7 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Mar 11, 2025
Staff Records
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Discipline and Behavior Management
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Apr 4, 2025
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Sep 10, 2024Inspection2 rules cited
Rest Equipment
Correction date in the state record: Sep 11, 2024
Cleaning, Storage, and Handling of Food Utensils and Equipment
Correction date in the state record: Sep 17, 2024
- Jul 22, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Show 4 earlier visits
- Mar 4, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 22, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jan 16, 2024Inspection8 rules cited
Diapering
Corrected during the visit
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2024
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
Reporting of Incidents
Corrected during the visit
Outdoor Space
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
Outdoor Space
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Correction date in the state record: Mar 4, 2024
Diapering
Corrected during the visit
Oct 25, 2023Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near La Petite Academy
Brenda Meacham
North Charleston, SC 29420 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Stall Early Learning Center Head Start
3625 Ashley Phosphate Road, North Charleston, SC
Children's Learning Zone Center
3316 Ashley Phosphate Road Suite 13, North Charleston, SC
3.3· 7 reviews
Oaktown Preschool
3790 Ashley Phosphate Rd., North Charleston, SC
4.7· 21 reviews
Little Seeds Academy
7530 Brandywine Rd, North Charleston, SC
5.0· 19 reviews
Casa dei Girasoli Montessori School
8600 Dorchester Rd,Bldg 300, North Charleston, SC
Mary Brown
North Charleston, SC 29420 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Shaniece Ancrum
North Charleston, SC 29420 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Questions about La Petite Academy
Is La Petite Academy licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was La Petite Academy last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on August 7, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 13 visits in the last 3 years.
Has La Petite Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 35 rules across 10 of 13 visits in the last 3 years; 32 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 La Petite Academy care for?
114, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are La Petite Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does La Petite Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 552-7950 to ask.
What is La Petite Academy's phone number?
(843) 552-7950.
Where is La Petite Academy?
3608 Ashley Phosphate Rd., North Charleston, SC 29418. The nearest other daycare we list is Stall Early Learning Center Head Start, 0.1 miles away.