Florence Childcare Center
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
- 40
- 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 Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (2) and Food Safety & Allergic Reactions (1). None of the 3 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Dec 10, 20253 Findings3 Important
- Child Health Records — Immunization Certificate / Exemption on File114-503
A current South Carolina certificate of Immunization or proof of medical or religious exemptions was needed on file for three children. Corrective: Director will have parents send in required health form. Expected correction: 2025-12-31.
- Staff Training Hours Up-to-date — Blood Borne Pathogens114-503 K(5)(b-c)
Blood Borne Pathogens training is needed for one staff. Corrective: Director will have staff take required training. Expected correction: 2025-12-31.
- Refrigerator Thermometer (Infant Room)114-508 D(2-3)
A thermometer is needed in the infant room refrigerator. Corrective: Director will order a thermometer. Expected correction: 2025-12-12.