River Gate Elementary Asep
15340 Smith Road, Charlotte, NC
The Learning Experience
- licensed capacity
- 291
- open each week
- 5 days
- a week, county median
- $199
We are a directory, not the daycare. We cannot hold a spot, enroll a child or answer questions about care.
Own this daycare? Claim it
About
About The Learning Experience
The Learning Experience is a licensed child care center in Fort Mill, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 291 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. It describes its programs: after-school care, infant care, pre-k and preschool.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 10 visits in the last 3 years and cited 11 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-school
Ask when you call: rates, current openings, staff-to-child ratio, teacher qualifications and whether it accepts child care subsidies.
- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- Ages 6 weeks through 5 years and Afterschool Care
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 291 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Thursday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Friday | 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | Ages 6 weeks through 5 years and Afterschool Care |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool, special-needs / inclusion care and toddler care |
| Curriculum | L.E.A.P.® Curriculum |
| Transportation | Transportation (school pick-up from Tega Cay Elementary, Pleasant Knoll Elementary and Flint Hill Elementary) |
| Parent updates | Parent app (secure parent app) |
| Licensed capacity | 291 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
The Learning Experience has not listed its tuition. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in York County has a median price of $199 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$199
Home daycare$138
Toddler
Center$185
Home daycare$138
Preschool
Center$181
Home daycare$133
School age
Center$138
Home daycare$89
State record
Inspection reports for The Learning Experience
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 291 children
- License number
- #24235
Summary
10 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 6, 2026: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 10 visits · 11 rules in all · 11 corrected
- Supervision and ratios 4
- Staff training and qualifications 2
- Health, medication and illness 2
- Discipline and child guidance 1
- Food and nutrition 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.
Own this daycare? Add your response to the state record
See all 10 visits
Jul 6, 2026Complaint investigation2 rules cited
Ratios
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
- Apr 30, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Oct 28, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- May 27, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- May 27, 2025VisitNo rules cited
- Feb 4, 2025VisitNo rules cited
Jan 9, 2025Complaint investigation1 rule cited
Discipline and Behavior Management
Correction date in the state record: Feb 21, 2025
- Jul 29, 2024VisitNo rules cited
- Jul 29, 2024InspectionNo rules cited
Nov 20, 2023Inspection8 rules cited
Staff Requirements
Corrected during the visit
Staff Requirements
Correction date in the state record: Apr 9, 2024
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Medications and Medical Procedures
Corrected during the visit
Staff Health
Corrected during the visit
Meal Requirements
Corrected during the visit
Indoor Space & Conditions - Lighting
Corrected during the visit
Reviews
Parent reviews
No parent reviews yet
If your child goes or went here, your review helps other parents. We check every review against our review guidelines.
Daycares near The Learning Experience
Melissa Plyler
Fort Mill, SC 29708 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Ivybrook Academy
873 Dave Gibson Boulevard, Fort Mill, SC
5.0· 52 reviews
Celebree School of Fort Mill
349 Patricia Lane,#105, Fort Mill, SC
4.8· 116 reviews
Oakcrest Preparatory Academy
412 Silver Ridge Drive, Fort Mill, SC
4.8· 136 reviews
Kids R Kids Learning Academy of Fort Mill
3009 Sc-160,Fort Mill, Fort Mill, SC
Kiddie Academy of Tega Cay
170 Grant Farm Dr., Fort Mill, SC
4.2· 5 reviews
Everbrook Academy
1339 Gold Hill Road, Fort Mill, SC
4.7· 93 reviews
Primrose School of Fort Mill
1212 Gold Hill Rd, Fort Mill, SC
4.3· 54 reviews
FAQ
Questions about The Learning Experience
Is The Learning Experience licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was The Learning Experience last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on July 6, 2026, with 2 rules cited. It lists 10 visits in the last 3 years.
Has The Learning Experience had rules cited by the state?
Yes. Inspectors cited 11 rules across 3 of 10 visits in the last 3 years; 11 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 The Learning Experience care for?
291, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are The Learning Experience's hours?
Monday to Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:30 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does The Learning Experience cost?
It has not listed its tuition. Call (803) 547-4700 to ask.
What is The Learning Experience's phone number?
(803) 547-4700.
Where is The Learning Experience?
919 Hubert Graham Way, Fort Mill, SC 29708. The nearest other daycare we list is Melissa Plyler, 0.5 miles away.