How do I choose the right daycare in Little River?

When choosing a daycare in Little River, 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

Child Daycare & Preschools in Little River, South Carolina (3 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 Little River for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Little River

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.

Sea Mountain Academy

3.92 score

3.9(18)

4233 Sea Mountain Highway, Little River, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Sea Mountain Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report excellent staff care, strong communication, and engaging daily activities. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, safety measures, and ability to support children with special needs. Multiple parents note their children are happy, excited to attend, and well-prepared for kindergarten.

Caring and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsengaging activities (craftsmusic

Anchor'S Away Cdc

3.84 score

3.7(6)

201 B Green Village Road, Little River, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Anchor's Away CDC receives mixed reviews with strong polarization. Positive reviews praise staff patience, activities, and the drop-in program, while negative reviews cite poor communication, inadequate staffing, behavioral mishandling, and administrative issues including billing disputes and account release refusal.

Patient and caring staffengaging activities and drop-in program optionspositive long-term reputation with some families

Child Daycare & Preschools in Little River, South Carolina

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Little River, South Carolina. Below you'll find a complete directory to help you compare and choose the right daycare for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Little River, 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 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Little River, South Carolina. Browse our directory to compare options and find the right fit for your child.

When choosing a daycare in Little River, 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

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 Little River for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Little River 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.

3 Child Daycare & Preschools in Little River, South Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Little River

Top Rated

Sea Mountain Academy

Anchor'S Away Cdc

Little River Child Development Center

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