Archway Academy #6
Data last updated · May 2026
Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.2 / 5
- Process QualityThe quality of daily care — caregiver-child interactions, learning activities, and the emotional climate. Drawn from the state QRIS rating, accreditations, and Head Start CLASS observations.2 / 5
- Structural QualityMeasurable features like staff-to-child ratios, group sizes, license status, and teacher qualifications. Provider-level data when available; otherwise the state regulatory baseline.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 2 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a ABC Quality rating of C. Structural quality reflects South Carolina's licensing baseline. South Carolina caps infant ratios at 1:5, toddler ratios at 1:6, and preschool ratios at 1:17. Lead teachers must hold a High School Diploma. Teachers must complete 15 hours of annual training.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- ABC Quality C (1 out of Max 5) Learn more →
- Accreditations
- National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC)Not Accredited
- National Accreditation Commission (NAC)Not Accredited
- National Early Childhood Program Accreditation (NECPA)Not Accredited
- National Association for Family Child Care (NAFCC)Not Accredited
Facility Info
- Facility type
- Child Care Center
- Age groups served
- Not Available
- Licensed capacity
- 174
- Teacher-child ratios & group sizesState Minimum Displayed
Age Max ratio Max group Infants 1:5 Not Regulated Toddlers 1:6 Not Regulated Preschool 1:17 Not Regulated
Teacher Credentials
- Lead teacher credentialState Minimum Displayed
- High School Diploma
Inspection History
Across 1 inspection since 2025, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (3). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Oct 2, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Ceiling Free From Hazards (Water Damage in 3k/4k Bathroom)114-507A(5)(d)
In the 3k/4k classroom bathroom the ceiling tiles appear to have water damage. Facility will need to verify there is not a leak and replace tiles. Expected correction by 10/09/2025.
- Walls Free From Hazards (Chips/non-washable Surface in Afterschool Bathroom)114-507A(5)(d)
In the afterschool bathroom the wall has chips and is not a smooth, washable surface. Director will have wall repaired. Expected correction by 10/09/2025.
- Baseboard Unattached in Afterschool Classroom114-507A(5)(d)
In the afterschool classroom the baseboard has unattached from the wall. Director will remove or reattach baseboard. Expected correction by 10/03/2025.