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Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
- licensed capacity
- 148
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $202
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About
About Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island is a licensed child care center in Charleston, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 148 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. It describes a Montessori approach.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 6 visits in the last 3 years and cited 10 rules across 4 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Montessori
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ask the daycare
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 148 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Approach | Montessori |
|---|---|
| Licensed capacity | 148 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Sundrops Montessori - Daniel 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.
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 Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 148 children
- License number
- #24350
Summary
6 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jun 10, 2026: 3 rules cited
Rules cited on 4 of 6 visits · 10 rules in all · 8 corrected
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Supervision and ratios 2
- Records and paperwork 2
- Background checks 1
- Building, equipment and play areas 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 10, 2026Inspection3 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Aug 25, 2026
Dec 5, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
Staff Health
Aug 28, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
- Aug 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Sep 17, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Jun 4, 2024Inspection5 rules cited
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
Child Records
Correction date in the state record: Jun 10, 2024
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Jun 26, 2024
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Furniture, Toys, and Recreational Equipment
Correction date in the state record: Jul 17, 2024
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FAQ
Questions about Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island
Is Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on June 10, 2026, with 3 rules cited. It lists 6 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 10 rules across 4 of 6 visits in the last 3 years; 8 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 Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island care for?
148, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 647-7848 to ask.
What is Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island's phone number?
(843) 647-7848.
Where is Sundrops Montessori - Daniel Island?
2391 Clements Ferry Road, Charleston, SC 29492.