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Monumental Kids Academy
- licensed capacity
- 21
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $250
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About
About Monumental Kids Academy
Monumental Kids Academy is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 21 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes its programs: preschool and toddler care. It says it provides meals. It lists weekly tuition of $250.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited no rules in those visits. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Meals providedPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Typically ranging from 1 to 5 years old
- Hours today
- 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 21 children
Hours
Hours
| MondayToday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Typically ranging from 1 to 5 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | Preschool and toddler care |
| Enrichment | In-house field trips, Fruit of the Spirit Summer Program, rhythm and music, gardening, and meditation mindfulness |
| Staff-to-child ratio | Junior Pioneers (3 ½ +): 1 to 9 |
| Staff | Staff members are trained in CPR and first aid |
| Daily life | Meals provided; Snacks provided |
| Discounts | Military, First Responders, and multi-child enrollment discounts |
| Parent updates | Parent app (online Child Pilot Parent Portal) |
| Licensed capacity | 21 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Monumental Kids Academy lists weekly tuition of $250. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Richland County has a median price of $202 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Weekly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| Weekly rates are $250 for all ages | $250 |
| non-refundable registration fee | $150 |
1 posted price. Rates change, so confirm before you enroll.
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 Monumental Kids Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 21 children
- License number
- #25944
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Aug 12, 2026: no rules cited
No rules cited on any of 4 visits
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 12, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Dec 22, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Mar 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Dec 19, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Monumental Kids Academy
Is Monumental Kids Academy licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Monumental Kids Academy last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on August 12, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Monumental Kids Academy had rules cited by the state?
No. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists no cited rules in its 4 visits in the last 3 years. 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 Monumental Kids Academy care for?
21, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Monumental Kids Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Monumental Kids Academy cost?
Weekly tuition of $250, as it lists it.
What is Monumental Kids Academy's phone number?
(803) 939-2001.
Where is Monumental Kids Academy?
1898 Calhoun Street,Suite 4, Columbia, SC 29201. The nearest other daycare we list is St. Paul's Child Care Ministry, 0.5 miles away.