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35 Child Daycare & Preschools in Florence, South Carolina

Browse all 35 child daycare & preschools in Florence, South Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Florence

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews โ€” daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1

    1811 South Irby Street 106, Florence, SC ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Kids Corner Early Learning Academy in Florence, SC receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the dedicated staff, safe learning environment, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show growth in academics and confidence.

    Dedicated and caring staffsafe and welcoming environmentclear parent communicationaffordable pricing
  2. 2

    265 W. Cheves Street, Florence, SC ยท Church Daycare ยท Capacity: 163 children

    Note: The available reviews do not pertain to the preschool program but rather to the church facility and general congregation experiences. Reviewers consistently praise the church's welcoming atmosphere, facilities, and community programs, though no specific feedback about the preschool operations is provided.

    Welcoming and inclusive communitywell-maintained facilitiesfriendly and caring staffmultiple activity options (senior programs
  3. 3
    Highland Park Umc
    4.62 score
    4.9(11)

    1300 Second Loop Road, Florence, SC ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Highland Park UMC is a church-based center in Florence, South Carolina with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong children's/youth programs, particularly noting the long-standing kindergarten program. Parents appreciate the family-oriented, Christian community environment.

    Welcoming and open-armed stafffriendly and accommodatingstrong children's and youth programswell-established kindergarten program
  4. 4

    700 Park Avenue, Florence, SC ยท Church Daycare ยท Capacity: -999 children

    First Presbyterian Child Development Center in Florence, South Carolina receives consistently high praise from parents and visitors. Parents highlight the warm, welcoming atmosphere, quality programs including Camp Winshape and yoga, and outstanding staff members. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and excited to attend.

    Warm and friendly environmentexcellent Christmas and theatrical programspositive and encouraging staffyouth pastor Brock Page highly praised
  5. 5

    2720 South Irby Street, Florence, SC ยท Church Daycare ยท Capacity: -999 children

    South Florence Baptist Church Day Care receives consistently high ratings from parents who praise the welcoming atmosphere and quality of care. Staff members are described as loving and treating children like family while implementing a strong curriculum with themed activities and consistent communication. Parents report their toddlers have made significant academic progress in colors, letters, numbers, and shapes.

    Welcoming and loving staffstrong curriculumconsistent communication with parentsthemed activities
  6. 6
    Florence Family Ymca
    4.4 score
    4.5(20)

    1700 Rutherford Road, Florence, SC ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Florence Family YMCA is a highly-rated family facility offering daycare services alongside swimming, fitness classes, and recreational activities. Parents consistently praise the welcoming staff, clean facility, and variety of programs for children and adults. The daycare staff effectively manages children while parents use other facility amenities.

    Friendly and engaging staffclean and well-maintained facilityexcellent swimming pools and programsvariety of fitness classes and equipment
  7. 7

    1705 S Irby Street, Florence, SC ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Live Love Grow Learning Center in Florence, SC receives mostly positive feedback with parents praising the staff's care and friendliness. Parents report noticeable developmental progress in their children and appreciate the family-like atmosphere and extended hours. One negative review cited staff issues despite complimenting the owner.

    caring and helpful staffnoticeable child developmentfamily-like treatmentextended hours
  8. 8

    2715 West Lucas Street, Florence, SC ยท Headstart Programs ยท Capacity: 81 children

    Note: Reviews appear to be for Florence Darlington Technical College, not a daycare/Head Start program. Reviews praise the institution as a respected community staple with warm staff, modern technology, and quality educational programs including skilled trades and health services.

    Warm and friendly staffmodern technologyskilled trade programscommunity reputation
  9. 9

    807 North Irby Street, Florence, SC ยท Child Daycare & Preschools ยท Capacity: -999 children

    Excellent Learning Preschool receives mixed reviews with strong praise for academic performance and curriculum from most parents, but serious concerns about staff professionalism, child safety, and classroom management from others. Multiple parents report children entering kindergarten at advanced levels, though some parents allege inappropriate behavior and inadequate supervision.

    Strong academic curriculumchildren advance to higher grade levelsprofessional owner and teaching stafffamily-like environment

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Florence based on parent reviews

Kids Corner Early Learning Academy

4.8(20)

1811 South Irby Street 106, Florence, SC

Kids Corner Early Learning Academy in Florence, SC receives consistently positive feedback from parents and community members. Parents praise the dedicated staff, safe learning environment, and strong parent communication. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show growth in academics and confidence.

Dedicated and caring staffsafe and welcoming environmentclear parent communication

Highland Park Umc

4.9(11)

1300 Second Loop Road, Florence, SC

Highland Park UMC is a church-based center in Florence, South Carolina with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong children's/youth programs, particularly noting the long-standing kindergarten program. Parents appreciate the family-oriented, Christian community environment.

Welcoming and open-armed stafffriendly and accommodatingstrong children's and youth programs

Greenwood Baptist Wee Center

5(4)

2401 Claussen Road, Florence, SC

Florence Family Ymca

4.5(20)

1700 Rutherford Road, Florence, SC

Florence Family YMCA is a highly-rated family facility offering daycare services alongside swimming, fitness classes, and recreational activities. Parents consistently praise the welcoming staff, clean facility, and variety of programs for children and adults. The daycare staff effectively manages children while parents use other facility amenities.

Friendly and engaging staffclean and well-maintained facilityexcellent swimming pools and programs

Stepping Stones Child Care Center

5(2)

1100 E. Palmetto Street, Florence, SC

Cradle To Crayons Child Care Center

5(2)

3900 Pine Needles Road, Florence, SC

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Florence, South Carolina

There are 35 child daycare & preschools in Florence, South Carolina, making up 69% of the 51 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 Florence, 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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Frequently asked questions

There are 35 child daycare & preschools daycares in Florence, South Carolina, out of 51 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 Florence, 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
Florence offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools โ€” 35 facilities
  • Headstart Programs โ€” 4 facilities
  • Church Daycare โ€” 8 facilities
  • Before or After School Daycare โ€” 4 facilities
Each type serves different needs โ€” 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 Florence for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Florence 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.