Cadence Academy Preschool
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.Not Available
- 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. 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. No objective process measures (e.g., state quality rating or national accreditation) are available for this daycare. The overall rating reflects structural features only.
Quality Recognitions & Accreditations
- State Quality Rating
- ABC Quality P (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
- 234
- 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 2023, the issues cited most often were Building & Premises Safety (4) and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 5 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Oct 24, 20235 Findings5 Important
- Ventilation and Lighting Sufficient114-507 A(2)(a-d)
Vents throughout the facility are dirty/dusty. Corrective: vents throughout the facility need to be cleaned/dusted. Expected correction: 11/24/2023.
- Ceiling, Floors, Windows, Doors Free From Hazards (Rugs)114-507 A(5)(d)
The tan rug in classroom 2B is frayed, has loose strings. Corrective: the rug needs to be replaced. Expected correction: 11/24/2023.
- Playground Equipment Safe & Firmly Anchored114-507 B(7)
Cracked brackets on jungle gyms, chipping/peeling paint, & coating separating on play equipment. Corrective: play equipment on playgrounds need to be repaired. Expected correction: 11/24/2023. [Peeling paint on play equipment — lead-exposure concern.]
- Adequate Cushioning Material at Least 6ft Fall Zone114-507 B(9)
Playgrounds need more cushioning. Corrective: more cushioning needs to be added to the playgrounds. Expected correction: 11/24/2023.
- Refrigerators/freezers Have Thermometers114-508 D(2-3)
Infant room freezer does not have a thermometer. Corrective: a thermometer needs to be placed in the freezer. Expected correction: 11/24/2023.