Best Daycare Centers in Blythewood, SC
Compare 6 daycare centers in Blythewood. Average rating: 3.67/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Blythewood, South Carolina at a glance
- Daycares
- 6
- Avg rating
- 3.67/5
- Parent reviews
- 49
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 0
Blythewood has 6 licensed daycares with 49 parent reviews averaging 3.67/5.83% are child daycare & preschools, the dominant program type in Blythewood.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Blythewood
Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews — daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.
- 1Smart Start Academy4.32 score4.4(20)
10115 Farrow Road, Blythewood, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Smart Start Academy for its caring, engaged staff who know children by name and focus on educational activities. Multiple reviewers highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong communication through daily updates, and visible developmental progress their children have made.
Caring and nurturing staffeducational focus with hands-on learning activitiesexcellent communication and daily photosclean facility
Rating Distribution
Based on 4 daycares with Google ratings in Blythewood
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Blythewood, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Blythewood zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29016 | 6 | 3.67 | 0 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Blythewood (– children)
Small
up to 30 children
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Medium
31–75 children
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Large
76–150 children
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Very Large
150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Blythewood based on parent reviews
Smart Start Academy
10115 Farrow Road, Blythewood, SC
Parents consistently praise Smart Start Academy for its caring, engaged staff who know children by name and focus on educational activities. Multiple reviewers highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong communication through daily updates, and visible developmental progress their children have made.
Candle Lakes Academy LLC
422 Blythewood Road, Blythewood, SC
One parent highlights exceptional care, noting staff who go beyond expectations to share video updates of children. Conversely, another reviewer reports a poor experience with phone inquiries, stating they were hung up on twice when attempting to contact the center.
Trinity Umc Child Care Center
90 Boney Road, Blythewood, SC
Universal Kids School Of Excellence
1001 N. Firetower Road, Blythewood, SC
Feedback for Universal Kids School of Excellence is sharply divided, with one parent highlighting long-term satisfaction and affectionate care, while another details a significant billing dispute involving a $5,000 charge years after leaving. Additional brief reviews cite hostile staff interactions and a poor visit experience, though specific details are limited.
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Daycare types in Blythewood
Daycare Centers in Blythewood, South Carolina
There are 6 daycare centers in Blythewood, South Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
Based on Google reviews, daycares in Blythewood have an average rating of 3.67 out of 5 across 4 rated facilities, with 0% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 3.67 stars. Our analysis covers 49 parent reviews.
When choosing a daycare in Blythewood, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
All Daycare Centers in Blythewood
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Parents consistently praise Smart Start Academy for its caring, engaged staff who know children by name and focus on educational activities. Multiple reviewers highlight the family-like atmosphere, strong communication through daily updates, and visible developmental progress their children have made.
- Address
- 10115 Farrow Road, Blythewood, SC
- Phone
- (803) 786-4948
One parent highlights exceptional care, noting staff who go beyond expectations to share video updates of children. Conversely, another reviewer reports a poor experience with phone inquiries, stating they were hung up on twice when attempting to contact the center.
- Address
- 422 Blythewood Road, Blythewood, SC
- Phone
- (803) 754-3807
- Address
- 90 Boney Road, Blythewood, SC
- Phone
- (803) 786-4999
Feedback for Universal Kids School of Excellence is sharply divided, with one parent highlighting long-term satisfaction and affectionate care, while another details a significant billing dispute involving a $5,000 charge years after leaving. Additional brief reviews cite hostile staff interactions and a poor visit experience, though specific details are limited.
- Address
- 1001 N. Firetower Road, Blythewood, SC
- Phone
- (803) 754-3500
- Address
- 125 -A Boney Road, Blythewood, SC
- Phone
- (803) 754-9666
Sunshine House Blythewood receives consistently high praise from parents, particularly highlighting the current director Ms. Tameaka Ballard and her leadership team. Parents report significant improvements in the facility's quality and culture, with children learning well, feeling happy, and building strong friendships. Staff are described as caring, compassionate, and going above and beyond to support families.
- Address
- 10336 Wilson Boulevard, Blythewood, SC
- Phone
- (803) 786-1162
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Frequently asked questions
- Licensing status with South Carolina's regulatory agency
- Staff-to-child ratios (requirements vary by age group in South Carolina)
- Safety measures and cleanliness
- Daily routines and educational curriculum
- Parent reviews and ratings
- Location and hours that fit your schedule
- Child Daycare & Preschools — 5 facilities
- Headstart Programs — 1 facilities