How do I choose the right daycare in Hartsville?

When choosing a daycare in Hartsville, 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 Hartsville?

Hartsville offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities Headstart Programs — 2 facilities Church Daycare — 2 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 Hartsville, South Carolina (12 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 Hartsville for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hartsville

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.

Carolina Girls & Barefoot Boys

4.64 score

5(9)

943 W. Carolina Avenue, Hartsville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Carolina Girls & Barefoot Boys is a highly-regarded center-based daycare in Hartsville where parents report their children are happy, well-cared for, and treated like family. The owner Melina and her staff are praised for their genuine love for the children, educational activities including theme weeks, and willingness to go above and beyond to support families. Parents consistently describe it as the best daycare option in town with exceptional staff and a family-like atmosp

Fpc Early Childhood Education Program

4 score

4(9)

213 West Home Avenue, Hartsville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Reviews describe a welcoming, church-based program with a caring congregation and calm atmosphere. Parents appreciate the Christian education options, music program, and youth activities. Most reviews are positive, though a few are brief or unrelated to the daycare experience.

Welcoming environmentcaring staffChristian education optionsmusic program

True Saints Christian Day Care Center And Learning Center

2.8 score

1.6(5)

428 Poole Street, Hartsville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

All five recent reviews rate this daycare 1/5 stars with serious safety and care concerns. Parents report physical harm to children including scratches, bruises, hitting, pushing, and arm-pulling, along with inadequate supervision and harsh treatment of infants. Multiple parents state they removed their children after brief enrollment periods.

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Hartsville, South Carolina

There are 12 child daycare & preschools in Hartsville, South Carolina, making up 75% of the 16 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 Hartsville, 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 12 child daycare & preschools daycares in Hartsville, South Carolina, out of 16 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 Hartsville, 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

Hartsville offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 12 facilities
Headstart Programs — 2 facilities
Church Daycare — 2 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 Hartsville for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Hartsville 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.

12 Child Daycare & Preschools in Hartsville, South Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Hartsville

Top Rated

Carolina Girls & Barefoot Boys

Thompson Children Learning Center

A Kidz Place II

Fpc Early Childhood Education Program

Kids-N-Me Daycare Center INC.

Southside Early Childhood Center Cdep

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