Group Care School Age (5+) 107 children

Growing Minds Columbia #278

9789 Oak Ave, Tega Cay, SC 29715

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107
Capacity
6 weeks - 5 years
Age range
1:6
State infant ratio
$870/mo
South Carolina avg infant
License in good standing

License is active in state records at indexing time. Confirm current status directly with the state regulator before enrolling.

About Growing Minds Columbia #278

Growing Minds Columbia #278 is a group care located in Tega Cay, South Carolina (29715). Licensing and inspection records are maintained by the South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services. Licensed capacity is 107 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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Before you enroll

A few quick checks every parent should do before signing a child-care contract — applies to Growing Minds Columbia #278 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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Frequently asked questions about Growing Minds Columbia #278

Is Growing Minds Columbia #278 licensed?
Yes — Growing Minds Columbia #278 holds a current South Carolina child-care license in our records (status: Active), sourced from South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services. Always confirm current status before enrolling.
What ages does Growing Minds Columbia #278 accept?
Growing Minds Columbia #278 serves 6 weeks - 5 years. Confirm current openings for your child's age group by contacting the center directly — infant spots in particular fill fastest.
How much does Growing Minds Columbia #278 cost?
Centers don't always publish rates publicly. As a benchmark, South Carolina averages about $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. Contact Growing Minds Columbia #278 for current tuition, and check whether you qualify for subsidies that reduce the cost.
How many children can Growing Minds Columbia #278 enroll?
Growing Minds Columbia #278 has a licensed capacity of 107 children. Licensed capacity is the maximum allowed by the state — actual openings vary by age room and current enrollment.

Verify & learn more

Data and guidance on this page draw on official government and nonprofit sources.

.gov dss.sc.gov
South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services — license search
Verify a provider directly
.gov childcare.gov
Office of Child Care — childcare.gov
Federal subsidy & CCDF program info
.gov www.acf.hhs.gov
HHS Administration for Children & Families
Child Care & Development Fund oversight
.gov eclkc.ohs.acf.hhs.gov
Head Start Center Locator (HHS)
Free programs for income-eligible families
www.childcareaware.org
ChildCare Aware of America
Annual cost reports & state data
childcaredeserts.org
Child Care Deserts (Center for American Progress)
Local supply-vs-demand research by county

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