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40 Daycare Centers in North Charleston, South Carolina

Browse all 40 daycare centers in North Charleston, South Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in North Charleston

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. 1

    5353 Park Forest Parkway, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Loving and Learning Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents across all age groups served (infants through after-school programs). Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like environment, caring staff, and genuine attention to child development and well-being as key strengths of the center.

    Warm and welcoming staffFamily-like atmosphereDirector and teachers genuinely care about childrenGood communication with parents
  2. 2

    8695 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    The Oaks Children's Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving, with many choosing to return or remain enrolled long-term. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained with thoughtful touches like daily photo updates and progress reports.

    Kind and caring staffexcellent communicationdaily photo/progress updates via appclean facility
  3. 3
    We Care For Children Cdc
    4.55 score
    4.8(11)

    4319 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    We Care for Children CDC receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and director Mrs. Haynes for creating a nurturing, safe environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured daily routines, strong communication, and genuine love shown to each child as key strengths of the center.

    Warm and professional staffhighly trained teacherspersonalized attention to each childclean and well-organized facility
  4. 4

    2522 Nazarene Street, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 47 children

    Parents consistently praise Pitter Patter Christian Academy for its caring staff and director who genuinely invest in children's wellbeing. The center provides structured learning in academics, social skills, and manners while maintaining professionalism. Parents report high satisfaction with no complaints across their tenure.

    caring and loving staffprofessional environmentacademic instruction (numbersshapes
  5. 5
    Remount Baptist Day Care
    4.48 score
    4.6(20)

    1520 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Remount Baptist Day Care receives consistently high praise from parents whose children have attended from infancy through preschool age. Parents highlight the loving, caring staff, strong Christian environment, and developmental focus. The facility maintains good security, provides meals, and follows the Charleston school district calendar.

    Caring and loving staffChristian/faith-based environmentage-appropriate teachingcompetitive school picture pricing
  6. 6

    7800 Northside Drive, North Charleston, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Northside Baptist Church Day Care Center is praised by parents as a welcoming, Christ-centered facility offering religious education and community. Parents highlight the biblical preaching, uplifting music, and family-oriented environment. The facility serves children from age 2 through 12th grade and includes Wednesday night Awana programs during the school year.

    welcoming communitybiblical preachingChrist-centered educationfamily-oriented environment
  7. 7

    5101 Ashley Phosphate Rd., Suite 142/143, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise In God's Care Learning Center for its loving, attentive staff and safe, clean environment. The facility is noted for combining quality education with Christian values and fostering children's academic, social, and emotional development. Multiple reviewers highlight owner Ms. Sonia Greene's leadership and the staff's individual dedication to each child's growth.

    Loving and patient staffclean facilitychild safety prioritizedChristian-centered curriculum
  8. 8

    4174 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Colvin's Cuddly Care for its family-oriented atmosphere, caring staff led by Ms. Colvin, and developmental focus. Children are reported to be happy, safe, and learn new skills daily. The center is noted for affordable pricing and low staff turnover compared to larger facilities.

    Caring and patient staffsafe environmentaffordable pricingfamily-like atmosphere
  9. 9
    Sunshine House 29
    4.07 score
    4.1(13)

    2145 Nad Road, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Sunshine House 29 for its family-oriented atmosphere, caring staff, and strong communication. The center emphasizes both learning and play, with parents noting improvements in their children's social skills and academic preparation. Multiple reviewers mention long-term loyalty and would not consider other facilities.

    Caring and patient staffpersonalized attention to each childstrong parent communicationsecure facility
  10. 10

    4146 Rivers Avenue, North Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Toddlers Academy & Preschool in North Charleston has highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring and patient staff, cleanliness, and educational development, while negative reviews report serious safety concerns including unattended children, injuries without parental notification, and lost belongings.

    loving and caring staffpatient and kind with childrensafe environmentgood educational programs (ABC

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in North Charleston based on parent reviews

Loving And Learning Child Care Center

4.9(20)

5353 Park Forest Parkway, North Charleston, SC

Loving and Learning Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents across all age groups served (infants through after-school programs). Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like environment, caring staff, and genuine attention to child development and well-being as key strengths of the center.

Warm and welcoming staffFamily-like atmosphereDirector and teachers genuinely care about children

The Oaks Children'S Academy

5(7)

8695 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC

The Oaks Children's Academy receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, engaged, and thriving, with many choosing to return or remain enrolled long-term. The facility is described as clean and well-maintained with thoughtful touches like daily photo updates and progress reports.

Kind and caring staffexcellent communicationdaily photo/progress updates via app

We Care For Children Cdc

4.8(11)

4319 Rivers Ave, North Charleston, SC

We Care for Children CDC receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and director Mrs. Haynes for creating a nurturing, safe environment where children thrive academically and emotionally. Parents highlight the clean facility, structured daily routines, strong communication, and genuine love shown to each child as key strengths of the center.

Warm and professional staffhighly trained teacherspersonalized attention to each child

Pitter Patter Christian Academy

5(5)

2522 Nazarene Street, North Charleston, SC

Parents consistently praise Pitter Patter Christian Academy for its caring staff and director who genuinely invest in children's wellbeing. The center provides structured learning in academics, social skills, and manners while maintaining professionalism. Parents report high satisfaction with no complaints across their tenure.

caring and loving staffprofessional environmentacademic instruction (numbers

Remount Baptist Day Care

4.6(20)

1520 Remount Road, North Charleston, SC

Remount Baptist Day Care receives consistently high praise from parents whose children have attended from infancy through preschool age. Parents highlight the loving, caring staff, strong Christian environment, and developmental focus. The facility maintains good security, provides meals, and follows the Charleston school district calendar.

Caring and loving staffChristian/faith-based environmentage-appropriate teaching

Northside Baptist Church Day Care Center

4.7(8)

7800 Northside Drive, North Charleston, SC

Northside Baptist Church Day Care Center is praised by parents as a welcoming, Christ-centered facility offering religious education and community. Parents highlight the biblical preaching, uplifting music, and family-oriented environment. The facility serves children from age 2 through 12th grade and includes Wednesday night Awana programs during the school year.

welcoming communitybiblical preachingChrist-centered education

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Daycare Centers in North Charleston, South Carolina

There are 40 daycare centers in North Charleston, South Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in North Charleston, 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 North Charleston

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Sunshine House 60
Child Daycare & Preschools

Sunshine House receives consistently excellent reviews from parents who praise the staff's care, attention, and educational support. Parents highlight the facility's cleanliness, security, and welcoming atmosphere, with many describing it as a supportive village for their families. Multiple reviewers note significant child development and growth during enrollment.

Attentive and caring staffstrong child development and learning outcomesclean facilities
Address
4008 Salt Pointe Parkway, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 554-4030
Discovery Days Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8717 Old University Blvd., North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 297-1381
Amina'S Childcare & Educational Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
5411 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 225-1469
Big Blue Marble Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
4570 Great Oak Drive, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 207-5890
Sunshine House 28
Child Daycare & Preschools

Sunshine House in North Charleston receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and welcoming environment. Parents report significant developmental progress in their children and appreciate the strong communication through the facility's app. The center is noted for making parents feel part of a supportive family community.

Caring and passionate teachersprofessional managementclean facilities
Address
8180 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 552-0822
La Petite Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools

La Petite Academy in North Charleston receives perfect 5/5 ratings from all parents. They consistently praise the warm, caring staff who treat children like family, provide excellent communication through a mobile app, and support child development through learning activities and special needs accommodation. Parents appreciate the affordable pricing, safety features including cameras, and inclusive meal services.

Loving and caring staffexcellent communication via mobile app with daily updates and photosstrong child development and learning
Address
3608 Ashley Phosphate Rd., North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 552-7950
Cathedral Academy
Before or After School Daycare
Address
3790 Ashley Phosphate Rd., North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 760-1454
Windsor Hill Arts Infused Elementary Cdepp
Before or After School Daycare
Address
8600 William Moultrie Dr, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 760-9820
Garrett Academy Of Technology
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
2731 Gordon Street, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 529-4962
Riverpointe Christian Academy-North
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
8310 Dorchester Road, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 552-0624

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Frequently asked questions

There are 40 all daycares in North Charleston, South Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
When choosing a daycare in North Charleston, 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
North Charleston offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 31 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 1 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare — 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs — center-based facilities typically offer structured programs, while head start programs are federally funded for low-income families.
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 North Charleston for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in North Charleston 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.