Chavis Early Head Start
2811 S. STATE HWY. 41-51, HEMINGWAY, SC 29554Childery 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.4 / 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.4 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 4 out of 5 stars overall. Process quality reflects a ABC Quality rating of A. 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 A (4 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
- 102
- Cost
- Free — Head Start
- Head Start is federally funded and free to enrolled, income-eligible families.
- 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 (8), Building & Premises Safety (1), and Safe Sleep & SIDS Prevention (1). None of the 10 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Apr 13, 202610 Findings10 Important
- Ratio Chart Posting Required in All Classrooms114-503 (ratio chart)
Ratio charts needed posted in two classrooms. Corrective: ensure ratio charts are posted in classrooms. Expected correction: 4/13/26.
- Staff Files Are in Compliance114-503 H(1-7)
Two caregivers needed center policies, to include discipline and behavior management, dated and signed on file. Corrective: ensure center policies dated and signed on file. Expected correction: 4/13/26.
- Staff Files Are in Compliance — Education Records114-503 H(1-7)
Two staff needed education records on file. Corrective: education records will be on file. Expected correction: 5/13/26.
- Staff Files Are in Compliance — Pre-employment Background Checks114-503 H(1-7)
Two staffs needed background checks before hiring. Corrective: ensure staff will have background checks before being hired. Expected correction: 5/13/26. [Pre-hire screening gap.]
- Staff Files Are in Compliance — TB Clearance (DPH Form 1420)114-503 H(1-7)
Four staffs needed written evidence attesting they are free from Tuberculosis (DPH Form 1420) on file. Corrective: obtain all health records and file. Expected correction: 5/13/26.
- Staff Files Are in Compliance — Health Assessment (DSS Form 2926)114-503 H(1-7)
Three staffs needed Health Assessment (DSS Form 2926) on file. Corrective: health records will be completed before hiring and placed on file. Expected correction: 5/13/26.
- Staff Files Are in Compliance — Medical Statement (DSS Form 2901)114-503 H(1-7)
Two staffs needed Medical Statement (DSS Form 2901). Corrective: Medical Statements (DSS 2901) will be on file. Expected correction: 5/13/26.
- At Least 1 Person with CPR & 1st Aid on the Premises114-503 K(5)(h)
A certified person with CPR and First Aid was needed on the premises during hours of operation. Corrective: ensure a certified person with CPR and First Aid is on the premises during hours of operation. Expected correction: 5/13/26.
- Electrical Outlets Are Securely Covered and Inaccessible to Children114-507 A.11(c)
Electrical outlet was not securely covered in one classroom. Corrective: outlet covers will be placed on electrical outlets. Expected correction: 4/13/26.
- Cots or Mats Labeled with Child's Name for Use Only by That Child114-507 D.2
Mats were not labeled in two classrooms. Corrective: ensure all mats will be labeled in classrooms. Expected correction: 5/13/26.
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