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34 Child Daycare & Preschools in Rock Hill, South Carolina

Browse all 34 child daycare & preschools in Rock Hill, South Carolina. Compare options and find the right childcare for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Rock Hill

Ranked using a weighted score that combines Google rating with the number of parent reviews β€” daycares with more reviews rank higher than those with a high rating but few reviews. Last updated: March 2026.

  1. 1
    Little Saints Academy
    4.72 score
    4.9(20)

    1355 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Little Saints Academy in Rock Hill receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional staff care, strong academics using the Abeka curriculum, and engaging activities. Parents consistently describe the family-owned center as trustworthy, loving, and effective at preparing children for kindergarten.

    Caring and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic curriculum (Abeka)special attention to children with special needs
  2. 2

    1446 Mt. Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 79 children

    Parents consistently praise The Academy of Young Scholars for exceptional child development across academic, emotional, and physical domains. Director Helen Barnes and her staff are highlighted as caring, dedicated professionals who create a learning environment that combines classroom instruction with extensive outdoor play and hands-on activities. Multiple parents report significant developmental improvements and successful kindergarten transitions.

    Experienced and caring staffstrong academic curriculumoutdoor learning emphasisemotional development support
  3. 3

    1101 Albright Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: 50 children

    All Smiles Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere created by owner Tonya Watkins. Parents highlight strong academics, individualized attention to children's needs, fresh meal preparation, diverse activities, and multiple program offerings including after-school and summer camps.

    Attentive and caring staffclean facilityloving atmospherestrong academics
  4. 4

    858 Cedar Street, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Palmetto Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, strong academics, and Christian-based curriculum. Parents highlight the director Kim's 30+ years of experience and teacher Kodi's exceptional work preparing children for kindergarten. The facility is noted for its security features, daily communication via app, and welcoming environment that reduces separation anxiety.

    Experienced and caring staffstrong acade
  5. 5

    1830 West Baskins Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Best Friends Child Development for its attentive, friendly staff and small class sizes that allow individualized attention. The center is noted for regular communication with parents, outdoor activities, developmental progress, and creating a stress-free environment for working families.

    responsive staffsmall class sizes with individual attentionfrequent photo/activity updatesoutdoor playtime
  6. 6

    1765 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    God's Blessing's Christian Child Care in Rock Hill, SC receives mostly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the staff's care, love, and educational focus. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving withholding food and drink from their child with ADHD as discipline.

    Caring and loving staffstrong Christian valueseducational focusfamily-oriented environment
  7. 7

    2331 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Carolina Kids Child Development Center in Rock Hill receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight excellent staff care, quality curriculum, nutritious meals, strong communication, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children have thrived developmentally and feel secure in the facility's care.

    Caring and professional staffquality curriculum and educational preparationhealthy and appealing mealstransparent communication about incidents
  8. 8

    2500 Ebenezer Road, Suite 101, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental progress of children at this facility. Most reviews highlight strong individualized attention and learning outcomes. One parent expressed satisfaction with child safety but cited insufficient parent-teacher communication as a reason for leaving.

    Safe environmentcaring and patient staffdevelopmental and academic progressdetailed daily reports and crafts
  9. 9
    House Of Joy
    4.24 score
    4.3(20)

    1321 Springsteen Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Child Daycare & Preschools Β· Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise House of Joy for providing a loving, educational environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Multiple reviews highlight the staff's dedication, personalized attention, and ability to help children advance academically while feeling secure and comfortable. Parents report peace of mind knowing their children are well-cared for and treated like family.

    Welcoming and caring staffstrong educational focusdevelopmental progress and advancementsmooth transitions for new students
  10. 10

    1249 Oakdale Road, Rock Hill, SC Β· Church Daycare Β· Capacity: -999 children

    NEXT GENERATION CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, clean environment, educational activities, and classroom transparency through cameras. However, one parent reported poor communication about behavioral issues, unauthorized classroom changes, and concerns about staff conduct.

    Caring and loving staffclean facilityclassroom cameras for transparencyresponsive management

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Rock Hill based on parent reviews

Little Saints Academy

4.9(20)

1355 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC

Little Saints Academy in Rock Hill receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional staff care, strong academics using the Abeka curriculum, and engaging activities. Parents consistently describe the family-owned center as trustworthy, loving, and effective at preparing children for kindergarten.

Caring and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic curriculum (Abeka)

The Academy Of Young Scholars LLC

5(10)

1446 Mt. Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC

Parents consistently praise The Academy of Young Scholars for exceptional child development across academic, emotional, and physical domains. Director Helen Barnes and her staff are highlighted as caring, dedicated professionals who create a learning environment that combines classroom instruction with extensive outdoor play and hands-on activities. Multiple parents report significant developmental improvements and successful kindergarten transitions.

Experienced and caring staffstrong academic curriculumoutdoor learning emphasis

All Smiles Child Development Center

4.7(20)

1101 Albright Road, Rock Hill, SC

All Smiles Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere created by owner Tonya Watkins. Parents highlight strong academics, individualized attention to children's needs, fresh meal preparation, diverse activities, and multiple program offerings including after-school and summer camps.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilityloving atmosphere

Palmetto Children'S Academy

4.7(20)

858 Cedar Street, Rock Hill, SC

Palmetto Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, strong academics, and Christian-based curriculum. Parents highlight the director Kim's 30+ years of experience and teacher Kodi's exceptional work preparing children for kindergarten. The facility is noted for its security features, daily communication via app, and welcoming environment that reduces separation anxiety.

Experienced and caring staffstrong acade

Best Friends Child Development

4.9(5)

1830 West Baskins Road, Rock Hill, SC

Parents consistently praise Best Friends Child Development for its attentive, friendly staff and small class sizes that allow individualized attention. The center is noted for regular communication with parents, outdoor activities, developmental progress, and creating a stress-free environment for working families.

responsive staffsmall class sizes with individual attentionfrequent photo/activity updates

Adventures Plus Child Care

4.9(4)

1570 Ebinport Road, Rock Hill, SC

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Child Daycare & Preschools in Rock Hill, South Carolina

There are 34 child daycare & preschools in Rock Hill, South Carolina, making up 92% of the 37 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 Rock Hill, 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 Rock Hill

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Macfeat Early Childhood Lab School - Winthrop Univ.
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
41 Withers, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 323-2219
The Academy Of Young Scholars LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
5

Parents consistently praise The Academy of Young Scholars for exceptional child development across academic, emotional, and physical domains. Director Helen Barnes and her staff are highlighted as caring, dedicated professionals who create a learning environment that combines classroom instruction with extensive outdoor play and hands-on activities. Multiple parents report significant developmental improvements and successful kindergarten transitions.

Experienced and caring staffstrong academic curriculumoutdoor learning emphasis
Address
1446 Mt. Gallant Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 328-6460
Catawba Indian Nation Little People Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
2897 Sturgis Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 325-7656
Peterson Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
921 Pearson Drive, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 328-8834
A Child'S Heart
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
810 Carolina Avenue, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 328-2920
Grow Learn And Play
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
3143 Lesslie Hwy, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-0515
Kids World Too
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
862 Saluda Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 366-2286
Little Saints Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Little Saints Academy in Rock Hill receives universal 5-star praise from parents. Reviews highlight exceptional staff care, strong academics using the Abeka curriculum, and engaging activities. Parents consistently describe the family-owned center as trustworthy, loving, and effective at preparing children for kindergarten.

Caring and kind staffexcellent communication with parentsstrong academic curriculum (Abeka)
Address
1355 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 366-9219
Adventures Plus Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
1570 Ebinport Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 329-4101
Best Friends Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Best Friends Child Development for its attentive, friendly staff and small class sizes that allow individualized attention. The center is noted for regular communication with parents, outdoor activities, developmental progress, and creating a stress-free environment for working families.

responsive staffsmall class sizes with individual attentionfrequent photo/activity updates
Address
1830 West Baskins Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-5437
All Smiles Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

All Smiles Child Development Center receives consistently high praise from parents, with particular emphasis on the caring, attentive staff and welcoming atmosphere created by owner Tonya Watkins. Parents highlight strong academics, individualized attention to children's needs, fresh meal preparation, diverse activities, and multiple program offerings including after-school and summer camps.

Attentive and caring staffclean facilityloving atmosphere
Address
1101 Albright Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(704) 605-4419
Palmetto Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.7

Palmetto Children's Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, strong academics, and Christian-based curriculum. Parents highlight the director Kim's 30+ years of experience and teacher Kodi's exceptional work preparing children for kindergarten. The facility is noted for its security features, daily communication via app, and welcoming environment that reduces separation anxiety.

Experienced and caring staffstrong acade
Address
858 Cedar Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 366-4500
Liberty Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

Parents praise the caring staff, safe environment, and developmental progress of children at this facility. Most reviews highlight strong individualized attention and learning outcomes. One parent expressed satisfaction with child safety but cited insufficient parent-teacher communication as a reason for leaving.

Safe environmentcaring and patient staffdevelopmental and academic progress
Address
2500 Ebenezer Road, Suite 101, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 328-8111
God'S Blessing'S Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

God's Blessing's Christian Child Care in Rock Hill, SC receives mostly positive feedback from long-term families who praise the staff's care, love, and educational focus. However, one parent reported a serious incident involving withholding food and drink from their child with ADHD as discipline.

Caring and loving staffstrong Christian valueseducational focus
Address
1765 India Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 328-2263
Open Arms Child Support Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.5
Address
236 West Main Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 327-3471
Toddler House Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
403 S. Spruce Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 327-5755
Classy Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4
Address
914 East White Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-3100
Carolina Kids Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.4

Carolina Kids Child Development Center in Rock Hill receives consistently high praise from parents. Reviews highlight excellent staff care, quality curriculum, nutritious meals, strong communication, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Parents report their children have thrived developmentally and feel secure in the facility's care.

Caring and professional staffquality curriculum and educational preparationhealthy and appealing meals
Address
2331 Ebenezer Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 325-7711
York Technical College Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
452 South Anderson Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 981-7173
New Beginnings
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3
Address
1442 Saluda Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 327-5656
House Of Joy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.3

Parents consistently praise House of Joy for providing a loving, educational environment where children thrive developmentally and emotionally. Multiple reviews highlight the staff's dedication, personalized attention, and ability to help children advance academically while feeling secure and comfortable. Parents report peace of mind knowing their children are well-cared for and treated like family.

Welcoming and caring staffstrong educational focusdevelopmental progress and advancement
Address
1321 Springsteen Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 417-7041
Sugar & Spice Child Development Center LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2
Address
416 Pickens Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-8751
Right Choice Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.2

Right Choice Child Development Center receives mostly positive feedback, with parents praising the warm, caring staff and clean facility. However, two negative reviews cite communication issuesβ€”one involving unclear suspension notification and director hostility, and another regarding lack of responsiveness to inquiries.

Caring and engaging staffclean facilitydetailed daily reports
Address
2195 Indian Hook Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(704) 281-0416
Carolina Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Carolina Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report excellent educational outcomes, caring and dedicated staff, and a family-like atmosphere. Parents highlight the center's cleanliness, responsiveness to individual needs including special accommodations, and strong communication through apps and weekly updates. Multiple families report their children thriving academically and emotionally, with long-term positive impacts.

Dedicated and caring teachersstrong academic foundation and learning outcomesclean facility
Address
1633 Celanese Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 366-3016
Woodhaven Baptist Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4

Woodhaven Baptist CDC receives mixed reviews. The majority of parents praise the caring, long-tenured staff, affordable pricing, educational curriculum, and religious instruction. However, several recent reviews raise serious concerns about incident reporting procedures, staff responsiveness to behavioral issues like biting, and how management handled parent complaints.

Caring and experienced teachersaffordable pricingeducational activities and curriculum
Address
2060 Marett Blvd., Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 366-9253
Catawba Baptist Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4
Address
2659 Catawba Church Road, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-1194
School Days Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.5

School Days Child Development Center receives mixed reviews. Multiple parents praise the caring staff, learning environment, and affordable pricing, with children showing significant growth and engagement. However, some parents report difficulty reaching the director, noise complaints from neighboring residents, and poor customer service interactions.

Caring and capable staffstrong learning environmentchild growth and development
Address
409 Park Avenue, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-0488
Child Development Center On Herlong
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
481 South Herlong Avenue, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 372-9392
St. Anne Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
1698 Bird Street, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 324-4814
The Goddard School Of Rock Hill
Child Daycare & Preschools

The Goddard School of Rock Hill receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the warm, caring staff, high-quality curriculum focused on kindergarten readiness, strong communication, and notable child development across academic, social, and emotional areas.

Caring and attentive teacherswarm welcoming environmentkindergarten readiness focus
Address
415 Clouds Way, Rock Hill, SC
Phone
(803) 328-0101

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Frequently asked questions

There are 34 child daycare & preschools daycares in Rock Hill, South Carolina, out of 37 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 Rock Hill, 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
Rock Hill offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools β€” 34 facilities
  • Headstart Programs β€” 2 facilities
  • Church Daycare β€” 1 facilities
Each type serves different needs β€” 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 Rock Hill for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Rock Hill 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.