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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake City, SC

Compare 9 child daycare & preschools in Lake City. Average rating: 3.4/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Lake City, South Carolina at a glance

Programs
9
Avg rating
3.4/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
3

Lake City offers 9 licensed child daycare & preschools, 5 of which have public ratings averaging 3.4/5.The largest concentration is in 29560 with 10 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Lake City

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. 1
    Lake City Presbyterian Community Child Care
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    300 East Main Street, Lake City, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Lake City Presbyterian Community Child Care receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, educational environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with children expressing excitement about attending and reluctance to leave. Multiple parents highlight the sense of safety, quality teaching, and reasonable costs.

    caring staffstrong teaching and learning environmentsafe atmospherechildren excited to attend

Rating Distribution

Based on 5 daycares with Google ratings in Lake City

4.5 - 5.0
3
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
2

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Lake City, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4avg rating
9 daycares · 4 rated

Headstart Programs

1avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Lake City zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2956010
3.4
3

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Lake City (86–86 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

1

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Lake City based on parent reviews

Lake City Presbyterian Community Child Care

5(5)

300 East Main Street, Lake City, SC

Lake City Presbyterian Community Child Care receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, educational environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with children expressing excitement about attending and reluctance to leave. Multiple parents highlight the sense of safety, quality teaching, and reasonable costs.

caring staffstrong teaching and learning environmentsafe atmosphere

Edu Scholars Learning Center

5

310 Carlisle Street, Lake City, SC

Lifelong Learning Center

1

209 Graham Road, Lake City, SC

Doodle Buzz Academy

5

4400 N. Williamsburg Co. Highway, Lake City, SC

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Daycare types in Lake City

Child Daycare & Preschools 9Headstart Programs 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake City, South Carolina

There are 9 child daycare & preschools in Lake City, South Carolina, making up 90% of the 10 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 Lake City have an average rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities, with 60% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

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

All Child Daycare & Preschools in Lake City

Showing 9 results

Edu Scholars Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
310 Carlisle Street, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 394-5422
Lake City Presbyterian Community Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Lake City Presbyterian Community Child Care receives perfect 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, educational environment and dedicated staff. Parents report their children thrive academically and emotionally, with children expressing excitement about attending and reluctance to leave. Multiple parents highlight the sense of safety, quality teaching, and reasonable costs.

caring staffstrong teaching and learning environmentsafe atmosphere
Address
300 East Main Street, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 394-3724
Doodle Buzz Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4400 N. Williamsburg Co. Highway, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 210-7529
Lifelong Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
1
Address
209 Graham Road, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 374-8770
The Carolina Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
351 N. Country Club Road, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 374-5485
Skipper Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
112 West Thomas Street, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 394-8667
Kountry Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1240 S. Morris St., Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 389-7222
Lake City Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
906 North Matthews Road, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 374-2353
Mcfadden'S Learning & Child Care Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
414 S. Morris Street, Lake City, SC
Phone
(843) 374-3442

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Frequently asked questions

There are 9 child daycare & preschools daycares in Lake City, South Carolina, out of 10 total childcare facilities in the city. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Lake City have an average Google rating of 3.4 out of 5 across 5 rated facilities. About 60% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Lake City, 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
Lake City offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 9 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Lake City for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Lake City 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.