Carolina Girls & Barefoot Boys
943 W. CAROLINA AVENUE, HARTSVILLE, SC 29550Childery Rating: 4/5
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Quality Indicators
See Methodology →- Overall QualityCombines daily care quality (interactions, learning, environment) with structural features like staff-to-child ratios and teacher qualifications.4 / 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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 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
- 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
- 35
- 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 2026, the issues cited most often were Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2) and Building & Premises Safety (2). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Jan 29, 20264 Findings4 Important
- Staff Training Hours Up-to-date114-503 K(5)(b-c)
The director and staff have not completed required training for the renewal year. Director and staff will complete required training. 30 days.
- Children's Records — Immunization on File114-503 K(7)
Two children's files are missing current immunization records. Director will submit the updated immunization form for the children's file. Correction due close of business.
- Fencing/safety Barriers in Good Repair114-507 B(4)
Wooden barriers around the swings and slide are in poor condition; visible nails and rotting wood were observed. The center will replace the wooden barriers with plastic or rubber. 30 days.
- Adequate Cushioning Material; At Least 6ft Fall Zone114-507 B(9)
Playground area is in need of mulch/cushioning around swings and slide area. Director will supply the playground area with proper cushioning. 30 days.
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