How do I choose the right daycare in Pickens?

When choosing a daycare in Pickens, 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 Pickens?

Pickens offers several types of childcare facilities: Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities Headstart Programs — 1 facilities Church Daycare — 1 facilities Before or After School 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.

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pickens, South Carolina (2 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 Pickens for current pricing.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pickens

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.

Preschool @ Holly Springs Center

4.72 score

4.9(20)

120 Holly Springs Road, Pickens, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Parents praise Holly Springs Center as an excellent community arts facility with diverse programming including preschool, pottery, stained glass, and other creative classes. Reviewers consistently highlight the welcoming staff, quality instruction, and well-maintained facilities that serve both children and adults. The center offers field trips, open studios, event rental spaces, and outdoor amenities like a walking trail.

Variety of arts and craft classesfriendly and patient instructorswell-organized facilitychildren's programs and field trips

Pickens Presbyterian Church Child Development Ctr.

4.06 score

4.1(7)

338 West Cedar Rock St., Pickens, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

Pickens Presbyterian Church Child Development Center receives overwhelmingly positive reviews praising staff warmth, child development support, and Christian environment. However, one negative review raises serious concerns about inconsistent management, favoritism, staff incompetence, and inappropriate conduct toward children.

Caring and attentive staffstrong developmental supportwelcoming atmosphereChristian curriculum

Carousel Of Learning

3.59 score

3.3(7)

301 Secona Road, Pickens, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

Carousel of Learning receives mixed reviews with strong praise from long-term families and critical complaints from others. Supporters highlight attentive ownership, cleanliness, affordability, and success with neurodivergent children. Detractors report serious concerns about supervision, bullying, staff conduct, and facility conditions.

attentive ownerclean facilitysecured playgroundaffordable rates

Child Daycare & Preschools in Pickens, South Carolina

There are 2 child daycare & preschools in Pickens, South Carolina, making up 40% of the 5 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 Pickens, 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 2 child daycare & preschools daycares in Pickens, South Carolina, out of 5 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 Pickens, 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

Pickens offers several types of childcare facilities:

Child Daycare & Preschools — 2 facilities
Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
Church Daycare — 1 facilities
Before or After School 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 Pickens for current pricing.

Yes, daycare centers in Pickens 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.

2 Child Daycare & Preschools in Pickens, South Carolina

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Pickens

Top Rated

Preschool @ Holly Springs Center

Carousel Of Learning

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