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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, South Carolina (8 Results)

Q: 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.

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.

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

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

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

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.

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.

Frequently asked questions

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

8 Child Daycare & Preschools in Chester, South Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Chester

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Learning Tree

Horizons Christian Academy

A World Of Kids Day Care

Richburg Child Development Center

Little Nest

Arms Of Love Academy

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