How many child daycare & preschools daycares are in Chester, South Carolina?

There are 8 child daycare & preschools daycares in Chester, South Carolina, out of 12 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

What is the average rating of daycares in Chester?

Based on parent reviews, daycares in Chester have an average Google rating of 3.69 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.

How do I choose the right daycare in Chester?

When choosing a daycare in Chester, 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 Chester?

Chester offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 8 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 2 facilities Before or After School Daycare — 1 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 Chester for current pricing.

Are daycares in Chester licensed and regulated?

Yes, daycare centers in Chester 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.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, SC — Compare 8+

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chester

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
First Baptist Church
4.33 score
4.6(6)
102 Church Street, Chester, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
First Baptist Church in Chester, South Carolina receives mostly positive reviews highlighting a welcoming and friendly community atmosphere. However, one negative review raises concerns about the facility's responsiveness and helpfulness to those in need outside the congregation.
welcoming environmentefficient use of timefriendly peoplestrong sense of community
2
A World Of Kids Day Care
4.25 score
4.5(5)
836 Elks Road, Chester, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
A World of Kids Day Care in Chester, South Carolina receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's professionalism, educational quality, and child development outcomes. However, one serious allegation from several years ago describes a staff member physically striking a child, with the parent citing missing camera footage and unresolved concerns.
Friendly and professional staffclean and safe environmentwell-structured daily routinesregular updates and ph
3
Arms Of Love Academy
3 score
2(5)
502 Old York Road, Chester, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Arms of Love Academy has received predominantly negative reviews citing serious concerns about staff professionalism, child safety, and hygiene. One positive review praised the daycare's care, but four detailed negative reviews described inadequate communication, improper handling of young children, potential physical discipline, and use of restraint chairs without proper supervision.
Staff described as good to children in one review

Rating Distribution

Based on 8 daycares with Google ratings in Chester

4.5 - 5.0

4

4.0 - 4.4

1

3.0 - 3.9

1

Below 3

2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Chester, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

Church Daycare

Before or After School Daycare

Headstart Programs

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Chester zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip Code	Daycares	Avg. Rating	Top Rated
29706	12	3.69	4

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Chester (20–40 children)

Small

up to 30 children

1

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Chester based on parent reviews

Learning Tree

5(3)

626 Mchord Street, Chester, SC

One parent describes the center as welcoming and affordable, noting that their child is happy and free from worry, while another mentions their niece arrives home smiling daily. A third reviewer simply notes the facility is very cute. No specific drawbacks are reported in these reviews.

welcoming staffpositive atmosphereaffordable pricing

Horizons Christian Academy

5(2)

729 Village Drive, Chester, SC

A World Of Kids Day Care

4.5(5)

836 Elks Road, Chester, SC

A World of Kids Day Care in Chester, South Carolina receives mostly positive reviews praising the staff's professionalism, educational quality, and child development outcomes. However, one serious allegation from several years ago describes a staff member physically striking a child, with the parent citing missing camera footage and unresolved concerns.

Friendly and professional staffclean and safe environmentwell-structured daily routines

Richburg Child Development Center

3.4(3)

2833 Lancaster Highway, Chester, SC

Feedback for this center is mixed, with one parent highlighting the staff's caring nature and a clean, safe environment, while others report severe neglect of educational needs and past incidents of physical abuse and inappropriate staff behavior.

nice staffpatient staffcaring staff

Little Nest

1(1)

120 College Street, Chester, SC

Arms Of Love Academy

2(5)

502 Old York Road, Chester, SC

Arms of Love Academy has received predominantly negative reviews citing serious concerns about staff professionalism, child safety, and hygiene. One positive review praised the daycare's care, but four detailed negative reviews described inadequate communication, improper handling of young children, potential physical discipline, and use of restraint chairs without proper supervision.

Staff described as good to children in one review

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, South Carolina

There are 8 child daycare & preschools in Chester, South Carolina, making up 67% of the 12 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Chester have an average rating of 3.69 out of 5 across 8 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.3 stars. Our analysis covers 26 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Chester, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, SC

Chester, South Carolina at a glance