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Lowcountry Children's Co-Op
- licensed capacity
- 84
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About Lowcountry Children's Co-Op
Lowcountry Children's Co-Op is a licensed child care center in Charleston, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 84 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes a Play-based and Reggio Emilia approach, with infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 17 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-K
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Infants through pre-K
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 84 children
Hours
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 | Infants through pre-K |
|---|---|
| Programs | Infant care, pre-k, preschool and toddler care |
| Approach | Play-based, Reggio Emilia |
| Parent updates | Parent app (Tadpoles) |
| Licensed capacity | 84 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Lowcountry Children's Co-Op 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 Lowcountry Children's Co-Op
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 84 children
- License number
- #24188
Summary
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 8, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 17 rules in all · 17 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 5
- Records and paperwork 3
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Building, equipment and play areas 2
- Food and nutrition 1
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Safe sleep 1
- Background checks 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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Sep 8, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Sep 8, 2026
Aug 31, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Sanitation
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space & Conditions - Lighting
Corrected during the visit
Cleaning, Storage, and Handling of Food Utensils and Equipment
Correction date in the state record: Sep 1, 2026
- Oct 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
Aug 19, 2025Inspection12 rules cited
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
Sanitation
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space & Conditions - Lighting
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2025
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2025
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Rest Equipment
Corrected during the visit
Center Definitions
Corrected during the visit
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Oct 7, 2025
Staff Records
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Aug 22, 2025
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: Sep 9, 2025
Jun 20, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Jun 24, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Lowcountry Children's Co-Op
Is Lowcountry Children's Co-Op licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Lowcountry Children's Co-Op last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on September 8, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Lowcountry Children's Co-Op had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 17 rules across 4 of 5 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 Lowcountry Children's Co-Op care for?
84, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Lowcountry Children's Co-Op's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Lowcountry Children's Co-Op cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 203-4323 to ask.
What is Lowcountry Children's Co-Op's phone number?
(843) 203-4323.
Where is Lowcountry Children's Co-Op?
1528 Folly Rd, Charleston, SC 29412. The nearest other daycare we list is James Island Elem AfterSchool Kaleidoscope Program, 0.6 miles away.