C.A.R.E. Academy
2507 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC
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Montessori School of John's Island is a licensed child care center in Johns Island, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 134 children.
It describes a Montessori approach, with full-time care, infant care, part-time care and preschool. It lists monthly tuition from $1,150 to $1,350.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 7 visits in the last 3 years and cited 13 rules across 6 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
Programs
| Programs | Full-time care, infant care, part-time care, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
|---|---|
| Approach | Montessori |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 134 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Montessori School of John's Island lists monthly tuition from $1,150 to $1,350. 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).
| Monthly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Full Day (6:30am to 6:00pm), paid monthly | $1,350 |
| Half Day (8:00am to 12:00pm), paid monthly | $1,150 |
| Waitlist Registration Fee (one-time, non-refundable) | $150 |
State record
7 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Sep 11, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 6 of 7 visits · 13 rules in all · 12 corrected
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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Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Sep 14, 2026
Reporting of Incidents
Corrected during the visit
Outdoor Space
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space & Conditions - Lighting
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Oct 3, 2025
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Oct 9, 2025
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 2, 2025
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Sep 6, 2024
Indoor Space and Conditions - Environmental Hazards
Corrected during the visit
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Corrected during the visit
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2507 Ashley River Rd., Charleston, SC
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FAQ
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on September 11, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 7 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 13 rules across 6 of 7 visits in the last 3 years; 12 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.
134, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Its hours are not listed. Call (843) 559-0052 to confirm.
Monthly tuition from $1,150 to $1,350, as it lists it.
(843) 559-0052.
3634 Mary Ann Point Rd., Johns Island, SC 29455. The nearest other daycare we list is Angel Oak Elementary Head Start, 0.6 miles away.