La Petite Academy
3501 PINENEEDLES ROAD, FLORENCE, SC 29501Childery 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.3 / 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 B. 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 B (2 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
- 110
- Cost
- Free pre-K available
- Participates in First Steps 4K (CERDEP), a state-funded pre-K program that's free for eligible families. Other care hours may have tuition.
- 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-to-Child Ratios & Group Size (3) and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). None of the 4 findings were critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Jul 23, 20254 Findings4 Important
- Adequate Supervision Throughout Facility114-504A(1-2)
There was improper supervision on the playground. Children shall always be supervised by qualified staff persons. Expected correction by 7.23.2025 (COB).
- Facility Following Tracking of Children Procedures114-504A(3)
Tracking was inaccurate on the playground. Caregivers will use name-to-face method for tracking children's location as they move around the center. Expected correction by 7.23.2025 (COB).
- Ratios Adequate in All Classrooms and on Playground114-504B(1)
The playground was out of ratio. Ensure the appropriate number of caregivers are assigned to each room to meet ratio. Expected correction by 7.23.2025 (COB).
- Proper Diaper Changing Practices (CDC Guidelines)114-505F(1-16)
Caregiver did not comply with CDC Guidelines for diapering. Caregivers will adhere to CDC guidelines when diapering. Expected correction by 7.23.2025 (COB).
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