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1,657 Daycare Centers in South Carolina

Browse 1,657 daycare centers across South Carolina. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in South Carolina

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in South Carolina can make the decision-making process smoother.

South Carolina has about 1,657 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in South Carolina. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in South Carolina

There are 1,657 daycares in South Carolina: 151 headstart facilities, 172 before/after school centers, 128 religious facility daycares, and 1,206 childcare and preschool centers.

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Kiddie Land II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
3218 Kershaw Highway, Westville, SC
Phone
(803) 424-1600
Lugoff First Baptist Children'S Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
106 Longtown Road, Lugoff, SC
Phone
(803) 438-5084
Stephanie'S Preschool Blessing And Afterschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
838 Mill Street, Camden, SC
Phone
(803) 432-0964
Angels " R" Us
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
854 Rocky River Road, Lancaster, SC
Phone
(803) 289-1927
Creative Learning Kids Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Creative Learning Kids CDC receives mixed reviews. Four parents praise the caring staff and positive experiences, while two parents report serious concerns including staff inattentiveness, use of unapproved sleep spray on children without parental consent, poor food quality, and inadequate educational programming.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming family atmospherechildren enjoy attending
Address
140 Southport Rd., Spartanburg, SC
Phone
(864) 587-8900
Southern Shops Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Southern Shops Daycare receives mostly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the caring staff and quality learning environment. However, one parent expressed concern about overcrowding, and another gave a negative review without explanation.

caring and attentive staffchildren enjoy attendingstrong learning and development
Address
7124 Maple Leaf Dr., Spartanburg, SC
Phone
(864) 503-9152
Cedar Grove Education & Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
13026 Highway 20, Belton, SC
Phone
(864) 847-9424
Trident Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
9286 Medical Plaza Drive, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 212-5482
Hidden Treasures Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Crescent Child Development Center (note: reviews mention 'Crescent' not 'Hidden Treasures') receives overwhelmingly positive feedback with 6 five-star reviews praising staff quality, safety, cleanliness, developmental activities, and individualized care including food allergy accommodations. Two one-star reviews cite enrollment rejection and general dissatisfaction, with one claiming the owner was dismissive.

Knowledgeable and caring staffexcellent infant staffing ratios (1:4)age-appropriate learning activities
Address
2168 Dunlap Street, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 804-9971
Eastminster Day School
Church Daycare
4
Address
3200 Trenholm Road, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 771-1512
Foothills Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Foothills Child Development Center for its caring, attentive staff who treat children with genuine love and investment in their development. The facility offers enrichment activities, maintains open communication with parents, and creates a strong community atmosphere. Multiple families have enrolled multiple children and report high satisfaction across all age groups.

Caring and patient staffstrong teacher-child relationshipsclean facility
Address
40 Southern Center Court, Easley, SC
Phone
(864) 859-2544
Kiddie Junction Play-N-Learn INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
21 West Fleming Street, Ware Shoals, SC
Phone
(864) 456-2524
Lifetime Discoveries
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
808 South Emerald Road, Greenwood, SC
Phone
(864) 227-3600
Bethel Baptist Church Day Care
Church Daycare
4
Address
403 Sulphur Springs Road, Greenville, SC
Phone
(864) 246-5951
Childrens Center B - Greenville Head Start
Headstart Programs
4
Address
652 Rutherford Road, Greenville, SC
Phone
(864) 412-8752
Solverus Academy - Greenville Campus
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

SOLVERUS ACADEMY - GREENVILLE CAMPUS receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating the center 5/5 stars. Parents highlight exceptional staff care, clean facilities, strong Christian values, and noticeable positive development in their children. Multiple parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and expressing that their kids are visibly happy and love attending.

Loving and attentive staffclean and organized classroomsexcellent playgrounds
Address
4317 East North Street, Greenville, SC
Phone
(864) 292-9909
Fountain Inn Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Parents consistently praise Footprints Learning Center (note: reviews reference this name rather than Fountain Inn Day Care) for exceptional teacher care, strong communication, and child development across all age groups. Multiple families report their children thrived academically and emotionally, with staff going above and beyond expectations. Parents express high satisfaction with program quality, facility improvements, and the welcoming environment created by both teaching and administrative staff.

Caring and attentive teachersexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic preparation for kindergarten
Address
1130 North Main Street, Fountain Inn, SC
Phone
(864) 862-4847
Charlie Brown Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1800 Gregg Avenue, Florence, SC
Phone
(843) 665-1226
Lyttleton Learning Place
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Lyttleton Learning Place receives mostly positive reviews praising its caring staff, clean environment, and structured learning activities. However, two detailed negative reviews describe dismissal without notice after policy disputes and allegations of retaliatory behavior by management.

Friendly and caring staffclean facilitystructured learning activities and crafts
Address
1206 Lyttleton Street, Camden, SC
Phone
(803) 425-4874
Lil' Angels Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1408 Mcrae Road, Camden, SC
Phone
(803) 432-9516
The Clubhouse Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1270 Wilson Hall Rd, Sumter, SC
Phone
(803) 469-2273
Catawba Baptist Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2659 Catawba Church Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-1194
Hawthorne Christian Academy (First Free Will Baptist Church)
Church Daycare
4
Address
790 Hawthorne Road, Chester, SC
Phone
(803) 377-8235
Browders Kiddie Kove
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1311 C Avenue, West Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 794-7038
Pisgah Child Development Ministry
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1350 Pisgah Road, Lexington, SC
Phone
(803) 358-9577
Turner Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1122 Monticello Street, West Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 796-5849
Trinity Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
1100 Sumter Street, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 254-5819
Kingdom Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Kingdom Kids Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff attentiveness, educational curriculum, and child development gains, particularly in speech and social skills. However, two negative reviews raise serious safety and hygiene concerns, including a child leaving the classroom unsupervised and allegations of inadequate sanitation and staff training.

Christian-based curriculumattentive and caring staffdirector praised for excellence
Address
7004 Brookfield Road, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 736-6601
Bethel Learning Centers
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
819 Woodrow Street, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 779-1816
Kids First Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.9

Parents consistently praise Kids First Academy for its caring, welcoming staff and nurturing environment where children feel safe and excited to attend. Multiple reviewers highlight the center's support during challenging situations, engaging activities, and positive developmental progress. The facility maintains strong long-term relationships with families, with some parents using their services for over a decade.

Caring and gentle staffwelcoming environmentchildren feel safe and excited
Address
1250 Peach Orchard Road, Sumter, SC
Phone
(803) 494-3979

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,657 all daycares across South Carolina. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in South Carolina are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through South Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in South Carolina, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (South Carolina sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in South Carolina vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.