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Sumter, SC 29154 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Wedgefield University for Kids is a child care center in Wedgefield, South Carolina. It is registered with the state, for up to 126 children.
It is open Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. It describes a Faith-based approach, with after-school care, before-school care, infant care and pre-k. It lists yearly tuition from $1,020 to $7,280.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education made 5 visits in the last 3 years and cited 9 rules across 3 of them. The visit list, in the state's words, is below.
Hours
| MondayToday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
|---|---|
| Tuesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Thursday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM |
| Saturday | Not listed |
| Sunday | Not listed |
Programs
| Ages | Nursery-Middle school |
|---|---|
| Programs | After-school care, before-school care, infant care, pre-k, preschool and summer camp |
| Approach | Faith-based |
| Discounts | 10% discount on annual tuition for two students in the same family; three receive a 12% discount; four or more receive a 15% discount |
| Licensed capacity | 126 childrenFrom the state license |
Cost
Wedgefield University for Kids lists yearly tuition from $1,020 to $7,280. For comparison, full-time infant care at a child care center in Sumter County has a median price of $199 a week (U.S. Department of Labor, 2022).
| Yearly · program, in its own words | Price |
|---|---|
| 1K - 2K, Daycare rates Before and After Care, school weeks only - 38 weeks | $2,120 |
| 1K - 2K, Tuition (school hours only) Yearly | $3,200 |
| 1st - 5th Grade, Daycare rates Before and After Care, school weeks only - 38 weeks | $1,320 |
| 4K - Preschool $3,400 per year ($340 per month, August through May; 8:30-12:30 only school days) | $3,400 |
| 4K, Daycare rates Before and After Care, school weeks only - 38 weeks | $1,920 |
| 5K (full day), Daycare rates Before and After Care, school weeks only - 38 weeks | $1,520 |
| 6th - 8th Grade, Daycare rates Before and After Care, school weeks only - 38 weeks | $1,020 |
| Kindergarten $3,800 per year ($380 per month, August through May; 8:00-2:50 only school days) | $3,800 |
| Nursery, Daycare rates Yearly | $7,280 |
| Nursery, Tuition (school hours only) Yearly | $5,320 |
| Preschool $3,200 per year ($320 per month, August through May; 9:00-12:00 only school days) | $3,200 |
| Registration (due upon enrollment or re-enrollment) | $150 |
| Registration Fee - 1K - 2K | $225 |
| Registration Fee - 3K | $250 |
| Registration Fee - 4K | $275 |
State record
5 visits in the last 3 years · Last visit Dec 2, 2025: 2 rules cited
Rules cited on 3 of 5 visits · 9 rules in all · 9 corrected
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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Sleeping
Correction date in the state record: Dec 17, 2025
Feeding, Eating, and Drinking
Corrected during the visit
Center Definitions
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2025
63-13-40 Background checks for employment
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2025
Ratios
Correction date in the state record: Dec 2, 2025
Sleeping
Corrected during the visit
Direct Supervision
Corrected during the visit
Fire Safety
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
Indoor Space & Conditions - Lighting
Correction date in the state record: Dec 5, 2024
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Sumter, SC 29154 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
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Sumter, SC 29154 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Sumter, SC 29154 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
Sumter, SC 29154 · Home daycare: the provider shares the address with families
FAQ
Yes. Wedgefield University for Kids is registered with the state and operating. This is how South Carolina authorizes this type of child care.
South Carolina Department of Social Services, Division of Early Care and Education lists the most recent visit on December 2, 2025, with 2 rules cited. It lists 5 visits in the last 3 years.
Yes. Inspectors cited 9 rules across 3 of 5 visits in the last 3 years; 9 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.
126, the licensed capacity on the state record.
Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM. Holiday hours can differ.
Yearly tuition from $1,020 to $7,280, as it lists it.
(803) 494-3887.
6220 Wedgefield Road, Wedgefield, SC 29168. The nearest other daycare we list is Stateburg Head Start, 4 miles away.