How many all daycares are in Clemson, South Carolina?

There are 7 all daycares in Clemson, South Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

How do I choose the right daycare in Clemson?

When choosing a daycare in Clemson, consider visiting facilities in person and checking: 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

What types of daycare are available in Clemson?

Clemson offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 4 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.

What is the average cost of daycare in South Carolina?

Daycare costs in South Carolina typically range from $200 to $400 per week for full-time care, depending on the child's age, facility type, and location within the state. Infant care tends to be more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Contact individual facilities in Clemson for current pricing.

Are daycares in Clemson licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Clemson must be licensed by South Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities are required to meet standards for safety, health, staff qualifications, and staff-to-child ratios. You can verify a facility's license status through your state's licensing database.

Daycare Centers in Clemson, South Carolina (7 Results)

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Clemson

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.

1
Clemson Head Start
4.41 score
4.7(7)
644 Old Greenville Hwy, Clemson, SC · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children
Clemson Head Start receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and compassionate staff, particularly highlighting individual teachers' dedication to children with behavioral challenges. The facility is noted as a quality, affordable non-profit option with programs for children of various ages.
Caring and loving staffteachers dedicated to individual childrenfree programssafe and welcoming environment
2
First Baptist Church Of Clemson Child Enrichment Center
4.23 score
4.3(16)
397 College Avenue, Clemson, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
No parent reviews of the daycare center were provided. The reviews shown are for the church facility itself, not the child enrichment center. Parents consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, pastoral quality, and community.
Warm and inviting environmentfriendly congregationquality pastorsyouth programs
3
Clemson Child Development Center
4.05 score
4.1(5)
216 Butler Street, Clemson, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Clemson Child Development Center receives mixed reviews. Several parents praise the staff quality, curriculum, diversity, and care across multiple age groups. However, other parents report serious concerns about supervision, staff responsiveness, classroom management, and inadequate handling of behavioral issues.
Exceptional and caring staffstrong curriculum and academicsmulticultural and diverse environmenthigh-quality 4K program
4
Kids Stuff Academy
3.94 score
3.9(7)
700 College Avenue, Clemson, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Kids Stuff Academy in Clemson receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, daily communication, and safe environment. One negative review describes supervision issues and an incident involving a permanent marker, though most parents report their children are happy and well-cared for.
Caring and loving staffdaily picture/update communicationchildren enjoy attendinghomework assistance in afterschool program

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Clemson based on parent reviews

Clemson Head Start

4.7(7)

644 Old Greenville Hwy, Clemson, SC

Clemson Head Start receives consistently positive feedback from parents. Parents praise the caring and compassionate staff, particularly highlighting individual teachers' dedication to children with behavioral challenges. The facility is noted as a quality, affordable non-profit option with programs for children of various ages.

Caring and loving staffteachers dedicated to individual childrenfree programs

First Baptist Church Of Clemson Child Enrichment Center

4.3(16)

397 College Avenue, Clemson, SC

No parent reviews of the daycare center were provided. The reviews shown are for the church facility itself, not the child enrichment center. Parents consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, pastoral quality, and community.

Warm and inviting environmentfriendly congregationquality pastors

Little Lights Learning Center

5(1)

300 Frontage Rd, Clemson, SC

Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School

5(1)

193 Old Greenville Hwy., Clemson, SC

Clemson Child Development Center

4.1(5)

216 Butler Street, Clemson, SC

Clemson Child Development Center receives mixed reviews. Several parents praise the staff quality, curriculum, diversity, and care across multiple age groups. However, other parents report serious concerns about supervision, staff responsiveness, classroom management, and inadequate handling of behavioral issues.

Exceptional and caring staffstrong curriculum and academicsmulticultural and diverse environment

Kids Stuff Academy

3.9(7)

700 College Avenue, Clemson, SC

Kids Stuff Academy in Clemson receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, daily communication, and safe environment. One negative review describes supervision issues and an incident involving a permanent marker, though most parents report their children are happy and well-cared for.

Caring and loving staffdaily picture/update communicationchildren enjoy attending

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