
Browse all 58 child daycare & preschools in Charleston, South Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.
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.
61 Windermere Blvd, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Kids Garden for its nurturing, play-based learning environment with caring and attentive staff. The facility is noted for being clean, screen-free, and offering flexible scheduling options. Children show measurable improvements in development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending.
7 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews (9 five-star ratings). Parents emphasize the school's strong academic performance, nurturing Catholic community, dedicated staff, and safe environment. Families report their children thrive academically and socially while developing strong faith-based values.
300 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Daniel Island Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report significant developmental and educational progress in their children. Parents highlight the professional, caring staff, advanced curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere as standout features of the center.
1002 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise The Preschool Academy Inc. (also referred to as Little Sage School) for its caring staff and quality educational programming. Multiple reviewers highlight strong teacher dedication, structured learning activities, and responsive communication with parents. Families report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress.
2487 Ashley River Road, Unit 8, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Little Sage School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, quality education, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending daily and have experienced significant growth and development. The school's leadership and teachers are consistently highlighted as dedicated and responsive.
328 Meeting Street, Charleston, SC · Before or After School Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Note: The reviews provided are for Citadel Square Church, not The Children's Center at Citadel Square daycare. Reviews praise the church's biblical teaching, welcoming atmosphere, and sense of community. No actual daycare reviews are available to summarize.
2761 Tricom Street, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Parents consistently praise Frog Academy for its curriculum-based instruction, attentive staff, and educational activities that go beyond basic childcare. Children show measurable academic progress and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating daily photo/video updates and strong communication from the center.
900 Harbor View Road, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
HVPC Early Care and Education Program receives positive feedback for its well-behaved children and staff who go above and beyond. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, new leadership, and engaging programming like Soccer Shots sessions.
1125 E. Montague Avenue, Charleston, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Parents praise the daycare for having caring, loving teachers who genuinely care for their children. The facility is described as welcoming and is part of a larger Methodist church community that offers various programs and services.
1083 Jenkins Road, Charleston, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Carousel Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and educational approach. Parents highlight the facility's strong security measures, open-door policy, developmental focus, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple long-term families report satisfaction with their children's learning and development.
Highest rated daycares in Charleston based on parent reviews
61 Windermere Blvd, Charleston, SC
Parents consistently praise Kids Garden for its nurturing, play-based learning environment with caring and attentive staff. The facility is noted for being clean, screen-free, and offering flexible scheduling options. Children show measurable improvements in development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending.
7 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston, SC
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews (9 five-star ratings). Parents emphasize the school's strong academic performance, nurturing Catholic community, dedicated staff, and safe environment. Families report their children thrive academically and socially while developing strong faith-based values.
300 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC
Daniel Island Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report significant developmental and educational progress in their children. Parents highlight the professional, caring staff, advanced curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere as standout features of the center.
1002 Wappoo Road, Charleston, SC
Parents consistently praise The Preschool Academy Inc. (also referred to as Little Sage School) for its caring staff and quality educational programming. Multiple reviewers highlight strong teacher dedication, structured learning activities, and responsive communication with parents. Families report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress.
2487 Ashley River Road, Unit 8, Charleston, SC
The Little Sage School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, quality education, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending daily and have experienced significant growth and development. The school's leadership and teachers are consistently highlighted as dedicated and responsive.
2761 Tricom Street, Charleston, SC
Parents consistently praise Frog Academy for its curriculum-based instruction, attentive staff, and educational activities that go beyond basic childcare. Children show measurable academic progress and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating daily photo/video updates and strong communication from the center.
There are 58 child daycare & preschools in Charleston, South Carolina, making up 82% of the 71 total childcare facilities in the city. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.
When choosing a daycare in Charleston, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.
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Parents consistently praise The Preschool Academy Inc. (also referred to as Little Sage School) for its caring staff and quality educational programming. Multiple reviewers highlight strong teacher dedication, structured learning activities, and responsive communication with parents. Families report their children are happy, engaged, and making significant developmental progress.
HVPC Early Care and Education Program receives positive feedback for its well-behaved children and staff who go above and beyond. Reviews highlight the welcoming atmosphere, new leadership, and engaging programming like Soccer Shots sessions.
The Little Sage School receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who praise the caring staff, quality education, and positive learning environment. Parents report their children enjoy attending daily and have experienced significant growth and development. The school's leadership and teachers are consistently highlighted as dedicated and responsive.
Daniel Island Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report significant developmental and educational progress in their children. Parents highlight the professional, caring staff, advanced curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere as standout features of the center.
Parents consistently praise Kids Garden for its nurturing, play-based learning environment with caring and attentive staff. The facility is noted for being clean, screen-free, and offering flexible scheduling options. Children show measurable improvements in development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending.
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews (9 five-star ratings). Parents emphasize the school's strong academic performance, nurturing Catholic community, dedicated staff, and safe environment. Families report their children thrive academically and socially while developing strong faith-based values.
Parents consistently praise Frog Academy for its curriculum-based instruction, attentive staff, and educational activities that go beyond basic childcare. Children show measurable academic progress and enthusiasm for attending, with parents appreciating daily photo/video updates and strong communication from the center.
Carousel Early Childhood Center receives consistently high praise from parents for its caring, experienced staff and educational approach. Parents highlight the facility's strong security measures, open-door policy, developmental focus, and family-like atmosphere. Multiple long-term families report satisfaction with their children's learning and development.
Parents consistently praise Harper's Christian Day Care for its caring, Christian-focused environment and experienced staff. Children show significant developmental progress, and parents appreciate daily communication and updates. The center is noted as affordable, well-organized, and effective in preparing children for kindergarten.
Carolina Bay Child Development Center receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the caring and friendly staff. Parents report feeling reassured about their children's well-being and note the center provides a loving, welcoming environment for learning and growth. The facility is associated with Carolina Bay Church and is described as exceeding expectations.
First Klass Early Childhood Learning Center appears to operate Camp Happy Days, a specialized program for children with cancer and their siblings. Most reviewers praise the staff's genuine care, positive environment, and meaningful impact on families. However, one parent reported difficulty reaching the organization by phone despite multiple attempts over months.
C.A.R.E. Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, strong communication, and developmental progress of their children. Parents highlight the director Ms. Brown's leadership, personalized attention to individual needs including special accommodations, and the warm, family-like environment. The facility is noted for its daily reporting, age-appropriate activities, and commitment to building lasting relationships with families.
St. James Day School receives mixed reviews. Most parents praise the caring staff, Christian curriculum, and positive learning environment, reporting their children thrive socially and emotionally. However, two parents raised serious safety concerns, including alleged misrepresentation of injuries and an unsafe environment.
Open Arms Child Care receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising the caring and attentive staff, clean facilities, and child-focused learning environment. However, two negative reviews cite operational instability, unprofessional owner behavior, and inconsistent policies regarding closures and late fees.
Smart Cookies Early Childhood Center in Charleston receives consistently excellent feedback from parents. All reviews are 5-star ratings praising the staff's nurturing care, developmental support, and strong communication. Parents report their children are happy, safe, and thriving academically and socially.
The Oaks Children's Academy receives predominantly positive feedback, with parents praising the caring staff, clean facilities, and engaging curriculum. However, two negative reviews raise concerns about racial discrimination and staff turnover issues with toddler management.
Plymouth Childcare Development Center receives mostly positive reviews praising cleanliness, staff kindness, and daily communication via app. However, two negative reviews allege serious issues including financial misconduct, child abuse allegations, and unresponsive management.
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