Coastal Academy Mount Pleasant
891 Johnnie Dodds Blvd, Mount Pleasant, SC
4.5· 51 reviews
Ruby's Academy
- licensed capacity
- 290
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About Ruby's Academy
Ruby's Academy is a licensed child care center in Mount Pleasant, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 290 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool. It says it provides meals.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 4 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals provided
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- From 6 weeks through preschool, along with school-age programming
- Hours today
- 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM
- Licensed capacity
- 290 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 | From 6 weeks through preschool, along with school-age programming |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care |
| Curriculum | Creative Curriculum for Preschoolers |
| Enrichment | Spanish, physical education, STEM activities |
| Daily life | Meals provided |
| More | Founded 2008 |
| Licensed capacity | 290 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Ruby's 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).
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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 Ruby's Academy
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 290 children
- License number
- #21667
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 1, 2026: 1 rule cited
Rules cited on 4 of 4 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected
- Health, medication and illness 4
- Supervision and ratios 1
- Staff training and qualifications 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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Jun 1, 2026Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Jul 14, 2026
Jul 21, 2025Inspection3 rules cited
Diapering
Corrected during the visit
Sanitation
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Dec 9, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Health
Correction date in the state record: Dec 9, 2024
May 24, 2024Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: May 24, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Ruby's Academy
Is Ruby's Academy licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Ruby's Academy last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 1, 2026, with 1 rule cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Ruby's Academy had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 4 visits in the last 3 years; 6 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 Ruby's Academy care for?
290, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Ruby's Academy's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Ruby's Academy cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 216-9994 to ask.
What is Ruby's Academy's phone number?
(843) 216-9994.
Where is Ruby's Academy?
1141 Dingle Road, Mount Pleasant, SC 29466. The nearest other daycare we list is The Goddard School of Mount Pleasant, 0.2 miles away.