Charleston Panda Kids Academy #114
7080 River Rd, Columbia, SC 29205
License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.
About Charleston Panda Kids Academy #114
Charleston Panda Kids Academy #114 is a head start located in Columbia, South Carolina (29205). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services. Licensed capacity is 44 children.
Cost & subsidies in South Carolina
Statewide averages: $870/month infant, $680/month preschool. Most South Carolina families qualify for assistance through South Carolina Voucher Program (ABC Quality) (intake: (800) 476-0199).
Federal options stack on top: Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit (20-35% of up to $6,000), and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 cap). Verify which assistance programs this provider accepts directly with the center.
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A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Charleston Panda Kids Academy #114 and any other licensed provider:
- Verify the license is current in the state database (link above) — not expired or under restriction.
- Tour during operating hours. Observe child-staff interactions in your child's age room.
- Ask the actual ratio in that room (not center-wide average).
- Ask about staff turnover in the last 12 months. Under 30% is healthy.
- Read the parent handbook and contract before signing. Pay attention to illness policy, late-pickup fees, holiday closures, withdrawal terms.
- Confirm which subsidies and FSA/CDCTC documentation the provider supports.
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