March 20, 2025
Inspection Forms Revision 2025!
The Child Care Licensing inspection forms for licensed centers (public and private); group child care homes and family child care homes have been revised due to federal requirements. We have added inspections items to include the following requirements:
Read More about Inspection Forms Revision 2025!March 4, 2025
Wildfire Information
Due to the Red Flag warning in SC, please see the information attached regarding Wildfires and how you can be ready to respond if necessary. Additionally, the Governor has signed a state of emergency because of the ongoing wildfires in our state. There may be dense smoke and air quality issues in your area as well. Please be alert to any local requests to evacuate. Wildfires | Ready.gov
Read More about Wildfire InformationMarch 1, 2025
2025 April’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities
The Governor’s Advisory Committee on the Regulations of Child Care Facilities will meet on Wednesday, April 2, 2025, from 10:00am - 1:00pm | State Office/Room 631, 1535 Confederate Avenue, Columbia, SC 29201
Read More about 2025 April’s Governor’s Advisory Committee Meeting on the Regulations of Child Care FacilitiesMaking child care more available and affordable for families and increasing the quality of care for all children in South Carolina.
Child Care Licensing
Learn about the health and safety standards that all child care providers in South Carolina must meet and why that matters for families.
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ABC Quality
This ratings program makes it easier for families to find high quality child care and helps providers be the best they can be.
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Child Care Scholarship Program
Child Care Scholarships can help families afford care, so they can work or go to school and gives them the freedom to choose what works best for their family.
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Child & Adult Care Food Program
Child Care and Adult Care providers can get reimbursed for providing healthy meals and snacks to enrolled South Carolina children and aging adults.
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SC Endeavors
All providers need training. Find certified programs and scholarships for education that can lead to new career possibilities.
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Child Care Resources
From child care checklists to emergency numbers, families and child care providers will find essential and helpful information here.
Learn More About Child Care ResourcesThere may be money or free programs available to help your family.
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