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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Murrells Inlet, SC

Compare 2 child daycare & preschools in Murrells Inlet. Average rating: 5/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Murrells Inlet, South Carolina at a glance

Programs
2
Avg rating
5/5
Parent reviews
5
Top rated (4.5+)
2

Murrells Inlet offers 2 licensed child daycare & preschools, 2 of which have public ratings averaging 5/5.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Murrells Inlet

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.

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    1st Steps Infant Care INC.
    4.5 score
    5(5)

    4515 Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    1ST STEPS INFANT CARE INC. receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children show improvements in social skills and confidence, and appreciate the clean, well-organized facility with engaging activities.

    Welcoming and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentclean and well-organized facilityengaging activities

Rating Distribution

Based on 2 daycares with Google ratings in Murrells Inlet

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

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Murrells Inlet, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

5avg rating
2 daycares · 2 rated

Church Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Murrells Inlet (– children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

0

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Murrells Inlet based on parent reviews

1st Steps Infant Care INC.

5(5)

4515 Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC

1ST STEPS INFANT CARE INC. receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children show improvements in social skills and confidence, and appreciate the clean, well-organized facility with engaging activities.

Welcoming and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentclean and well-organized facility

Belin Creative Learning

5

4182 Hwy. 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC

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Daycare types in Murrells Inlet

Child Daycare & Preschools 2Church Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, making up 67% of the 3 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 Murrells Inlet have an average rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 5 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Murrells Inlet, 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 Murrells Inlet

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1st Steps Infant Care INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

1ST STEPS INFANT CARE INC. receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, professional staff and safe, nurturing environment. Parents report their children show improvements in social skills and confidence, and appreciate the clean, well-organized facility with engaging activities.

Welcoming and caring staffsafe and nurturing environmentclean and well-organized facility
Address
4515 Old Kings Hwy, Murrells Inlet, SC
Phone
(843) 651-4586
Belin Creative Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
4182 Hwy. 17 Business, Murrells Inlet, SC
Phone
(843) 651-2930

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Frequently asked questions

There are 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Murrells Inlet, South Carolina, out of 3 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 Murrells Inlet have an average Google rating of 5 out of 5 across 2 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Murrells Inlet, 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
Murrells Inlet offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 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 Murrells Inlet for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Murrells Inlet 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.