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Sunshine House #42

710 Travelers Boulevard, Summerville, SC 294854.8· 44 reviews
licensed capacity
208
open each week
5 days
a week, county median
$199
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About Sunshine House #42

Sunshine House #42 is a licensed child care center in Summerville, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 208 children.

It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, before-school care, full-time care and infant care. It says it provides meals.

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 6 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.

InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campMeals providedCameras for parents
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Type
Child care center
Ages
6 weeks - 12 years
Hours today
6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Licensed capacity
208 children

Hours

Hours

MondayToday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Tuesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Wednesday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Thursday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
Friday6:30 AM to 6:00 PM
SaturdayNot listed
SundayNot listed
Hours it lists: “M-F: 6:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.”

Programs

Programs and care

Ages6 weeks - 12 years
ProgramsAfter-school care, before-school care, full-time care, infant care, part-time care, pre-k, preschool, summer camp and toddler care
StaffDirector earned honors in applied science and early childhood education at Trident Technical College
Daily lifeMeals provided; Snacks provided
SafetyCameras / live video for parents (cameras in all classrooms; live feed viewable in lobby or director's office)
Parent updatesParent app (MySunshineHouse app)
Licensed capacity208 childrenFrom the state license
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Cost

Tuition and costs

Sunshine House #42 has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Dorchester County has a median price of $199 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).

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Dorchester County medians, full time, per week

Infant

Center$199
Home daycare$138

Toddler

Center$185
Home daycare$138

Preschool

Center$181
Home daycare$133

School age

Center$138
Home daycare$89

County median full-time prices at centers and home daycares, U.S. Department of Labor, National Database of Childcare Prices, 2022 (the latest year). Not this daycare's rates; prices have risen since.

State record

Inspection reports for Sunshine House #42

License

Status
Licensed and operating
License type
License
Capacity
208 children
License number
#16669
See the state's record

Summary

5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Mar 13, 2026: 4 rules cited

Rules cited on 4 of 5 visits · 6 rules in all · 6 corrected

  • Supervision and ratios 2
  • Building, equipment and play areas 1
  • Background checks 1
  • Staff training and qualifications 1
  • Health, medication and illness 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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  1. Mar 13, 2026Inspection4 rules cited
    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Ratios

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Building, equipment and play areasMedium severity

      Furniture, Toys, and Recreational Equipment

      Corrected during the visit

    • Background checksHigh severity

      63-13-40 Background checks for employment

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

    • Supervision and ratiosHigh severity

      Direct Supervision

      Correction date in the state record: Mar 18, 2026

  2. Apr 4, 2025Inspection1 rule cited
    • Staff training and qualificationsHigh severity

      Staff Requirements

      Corrected during the visit

  3. Mar 25, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
  4. Feb 9, 2024Complaint investigation1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium severity

      Diapering

      Corrected during the visit

  5. Feb 9, 2024Visit1 rule cited
    • Health, medication and illnessMedium severity

      Diapering

      Corrected during the visit

Copied from South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education on October 2, 2026; the state's records start around Oct 2023. Rule wording, severity and dates are the state's.

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FAQ

Questions about Sunshine House #42

Is Sunshine House #42 licensed?

Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.

When was Sunshine House #42 last inspected?

South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on March 13, 2026, with 4 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.

Has Sunshine House #42 had rules cited by the state?

Yes. Inspectors cited 6 rules across 4 of 5 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 Sunshine House #42 care for?

208, the licensed capacity on the state record.

What are Sunshine House #42's hours?

Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.

How much does Sunshine House #42 cost?

It has not listed its tuition. Call (843) 871-0822 to ask.

What is Sunshine House #42's phone number?

(843) 871-0822.

Where is Sunshine House #42?

710 Travelers Boulevard, Summerville, SC 29485.

Sources: South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education (license and visits) · U.S. Department of Labor, 2022 (county prices).