How do I choose the right daycare in Laurens?

When choosing a daycare in Laurens, 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 Laurens?

Laurens offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 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 Laurens, South Carolina (7 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 Laurens for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Laurens

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.

Sanders Head Start Center

4.06 score

4.1(8)

125 Gleams Street, Suite A, Laurens, SC · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

Sanders Head Start Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents who praise the staff and teaching quality. Parents report their children are engaged and excited about attending. The facility is described as well-organized with wonderful teachers.

Great staffawesome teacherswell-organizedchildren excited to attend

Tender Loving Care & Child Development Center

3.92 score

3.9(20)

1405 W Main St, Laurens, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents consistently praise Tender Loving Care & Child Development Center for its clean, safe, and cheerful environment with caring, responsive staff. Children are reported to be happy, engaged in learning and play, and well-fed throughout the day. The facility offers competitive pricing, flexible scheduling, and uses technology to keep parents informed.

Clean and secure facilitykind and caring staffchildren happy and eager to attendactive learning and play activities

Stepping Stones Learning Academy INC

3.9 score

3.8(5)

2885 Hwy 221 South, Laurens, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Stepping Stones Learning Academy receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, family-like treatment, and willingness to accommodate special needs. However, multiple parents report discrimination against children with autism, poor hygiene, frequent illness, and children being unhappy about attending.

Caring and friendly stafftreats children like familyowner's willingness to learn medical care needshelpful environment

New Prospect Baptist Church Dcc

3.9 score

3.8(5)

4996 Highway 221 South, Laurens, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

New Prospect Baptist Church DCC receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the wonderful teachers and staff, with children enjoying their time there. However, one detailed review alleges serious issues including child neglect, inadequate staff response to concerns, inappropriate teacher conduct, and mishandling of complaints by leadership.

Caring and wonderful teachers and staffchildren enjoy attendingwelcoming environment

Child Daycare & Preschools in Laurens, South Carolina

There are 7 child daycare & preschools in Laurens, South Carolina, making up 70% 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.

When choosing a daycare in Laurens, 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 7 child daycare & preschools daycares in Laurens, 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.

When choosing a daycare in Laurens, 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

Laurens offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 7 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 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 Laurens for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Laurens 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.

7 Child Daycare & Preschools in Laurens, South Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Laurens

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