La Petite Academy
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.3 / 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.2 / 5
Why this rating
This daycare earned 3 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
- 106
- 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 Building & Premises Safety (2), Staff Qualifications & Background Checks (1), and Infectious Disease Prevention & Control (1). Of 6 total findings, 1 was critical.
See the Inspection Visit
Sep 29, 20256 Findings1 Critical5 Important
- Fire Exit Door Must Remain Clear and Unblocked114-505H(1)
Fire Exit door must remain clear and unblocked. Corrected on site (COS).
- Children's Files (Immunizations, Discipline Policy, Emergency Medical, 2900's)114-503G(5-7)
Put immunizations, signed discipline policy, emergency medical & 2900's in children's files. Expected correction by 9.29.25.
- Training Hours Up-to-date114-503K(5)(c)
Five staff must complete missing training hours. Expected correction by 10.31.25.
- Proper Handwashing Practices (Diaper Changing Area)114-505G(4)
Diaper changing must be adjacent to sink with soap. Corrected on site (COS).
- Outdoor Space Free From Hazards and Litter114-507B(2)
Remove trash from the playground. Paint/Sand chipping poles. Expected correction by 9.29.25.
- Manual Dishwashing Has 3 Compartment Sink & Test Strips for Testing114-508E(7)
Manual dish washing must include a separate sanitizing solution. Corrected on site (COS).