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Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center
- licensed capacity
- 132
- open each week
- 5 days
- weekly, posted tuition
- $75
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About
About Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center
Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center is a licensed child care center in Columbia, South Carolina. It is licensed by the state, for up to 132 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 summer camp. It lists weekly tuition from $75 to $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.
InfantsPreschool / pre-KBefore- and after-schoolSummer campPosts tuition
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- Type
- Child care center
- Ages
- 6 weeks to 12 years old
- Hours today
- Closed today
- Licensed capacity
- 132 children
Hours
Hours
| Monday | 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 |
| SundayToday | Not listed |
Programs
Programs and care
| Ages | 6 weeks to 12 years old |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, infant care, pre-k, summer camp and toddler care |
| Daily life | Potty training: Provides supports for parents in potty training |
| Safety | Outdoor playground |
| Licensed capacity | 132 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Tuition and costs
Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center lists weekly tuition from $75 to $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 |
|---|---|
| Afterschool | $75 |
| Four Years Old | $230 |
| Infants (6 wks to 15 months) | $250 |
| Three Years Old (36 months to 48 months) | $240 |
| Toddlers (16 months to 35 months) | $250 |
| Registration Fee, Afterschool | $50 |
| Registration Fee, full day students | $75 |
| Summer Program, Ages 5 to 12 | $115 a week |
5 posted prices. 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 Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center
License
- Status
- Licensed and operating
- License type
- License
- Capacity
- 132 children
- License number
- #24257
Summary
4 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Jul 8, 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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- Jul 8, 2026VisitNo rules cited
- Jan 6, 2026InspectionNo rules cited
- Aug 18, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
- Jan 31, 2025InspectionNo rules cited
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FAQ
Questions about Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center
Is Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center licensed?
Yes. South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists it as licensed and operating.
When was Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center last inspected?
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on July 8, 2026, with no rules cited. It lists 4 visits in the last 3 years.
Has Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center 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 Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center care for?
132, the licensed capacity on the state record.
What are Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center's hours?
Monday to Friday, 7:00 AM to 6:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
How much does Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center cost?
Weekly tuition from $75 to $250, as it lists it.
What is Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center's phone number?
(803) 814-2715.
Where is Watch Me Sprout Learning & Afterschool Center?
900 Greenlawn Drive, Columbia, SC 29209. The nearest other daycare we list is Sunshine House, 0.2 miles away.