Child care center

Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island

1300 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 294123.6· 5 reviews

licensed capacity: 141
open each week: 5 days
a week, county median: $202

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About

About Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island

Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island is a licensed child care center in Charleston, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 141 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Reggio Emilia approach, with after-school care, infant care, preschool and summer camp.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 14 visits in the last 3 years and cited 21 rules across 9 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsBefore- and after-schoolSummer camp

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Type: Child care center
Ages: 6 weeks to 6 years
Hours today: 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity: 141 children

Hours

MondayToday	7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday	7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday	7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday	7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday	7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Saturday	Not listed
Sunday	Not listed

Programs

Programs and care

Ages	6 weeks to 6 years
Programs	After-school care, infant care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
Approach	Reggio Emilia
Class size	Twigs: divided into two groups of eight
Staff	Dedicated educators undergo specialized training
Daily life	Potty training: Opportunities to begin toilet learning
Safety	Outdoor playground
Languages	sign language
Licensed capacity	141 childrenFrom the state license

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Cost

Tuition and costs

Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island 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.

Charleston County medians, full time, per week

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

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 Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island

License

Status: Licensed and operating
License type: License
Capacity: 141 children
License number: #23334

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Summary

14 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 4, 2026: 3 rules cited

Rules cited on 9 of 14 visits · 21 rules in all · 20 corrected

Supervision and ratios 6
Background checks 4
Discipline and child guidance 3
Building, equipment and play areas 2
Health, medication and illness 2
Staff training and qualifications 1
Records and paperwork 1
Food and nutrition 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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Aug 4, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
- Building, equipment and play areasHigh severity
  Temperature
  Corrected during the visit
- Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity
  Discipline and Behavior Management
  Corrected during the visit
- Other rulesHigh severity
  Center Definitions
  Corrected during the visit
Jul 22, 2026Complaint investigation4 rules cited
- Supervision and ratiosHigh severity
  Direct Supervision
  Corrected during the visit
- Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity
  Discipline and Behavior Management
  Corrected during the visit
- Staff training and qualificationsHigh severity
  63-13-30 Caregiver requirements
  Correction date in the state record: Jul 22, 2026
- Supervision and ratiosHigh severity
  Nap Time Ratios
  Corrected during the visit
Jul 16, 2026Complaint investigation3 rules cited
- Discipline and child guidanceHigh severity
  Discipline and Behavior Management
  Corrected during the visit
- Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity
  Outdoor Space
- Records and paperworkHigh severity
  Reporting of Incidents
  Corrected during the visit
Jun 22, 2026VisitNo rules cited
Mar 6, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
- Background checksHigh severity
  63-13-40 Background checks for employment
  Correction date in the state record: Mar 24, 2026
Mar 4, 2026Inspection2 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
Oct 30, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
- Food and nutritionHigh severity
  Feeding Chairs
  Corrected during the visit
Oct 15, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Sep 16, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Sep 4, 2025Complaint investigation3 rules cited
- Supervision and ratiosHigh severity
  Direct Supervision
  Corrected during the visit
- Background checksHigh severity
  63-13-40 Background checks for employment
  Correction date in the state record: Sep 4, 2025
- Supervision and ratiosHigh severity
  Ratios
  Corrected during the visit

Show 4 earlier visits

Jul 7, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
- Background checksHigh severity
  63-13-40 Background checks for employment
  Correction date in the state record: Jul 7, 2025
Apr 23, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Dec 19, 2024VisitNo rules cited
Jun 12, 2024Inspection3 rules cited
- Supervision and ratiosHigh severity
  Ratios
  Corrected during the visit
- Supervision and ratiosHigh severity
  Direct Supervision
  Corrected during the visit
- Background checksHigh severity
  63-13-40 Background checks for employment
  Correction date in the state record: Jun 21, 2024

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 Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island

Is Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island licensed?

Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on August 4, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 14 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 21 rules across 9 of 14 visits in the last 3 years; 20 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 Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island care for?

141, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island's hours?

Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 974-5264 to ask.

What is Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island's phone number?

(843) 974-5264.

Where is Live Oak Little School Incorporated James Island?

1300 Fort Johnson Road, Charleston, SC 29412. The nearest other daycare we list is Green World School, 0.3 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).