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Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Saluda, SC

Compare 3 child daycare & preschools in Saluda. Average rating: 4.6/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Saluda, South Carolina at a glance

Programs
3
Avg rating
4.6/5
Parent reviews
6
Top rated (4.5+)
1

Saluda offers 3 licensed child daycare & preschools, 1 of which has public ratings averaging 4.6/5.The highest-rated options cluster around the 29138 zip code, averaging 4.6 stars across 5 programs.Browse all options below to find the right fit for your family.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Saluda

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.

  1. 1
    Abc Academy
    4.33 score
    4.6(6)

    405 North Wise Road, Saluda, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    ABC Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff, safe environment, and child development. One parent reported a negative enrollment experience involving unclear communication about program requirements and last-minute rejection. Overall Google rating is 4.6/5.

    caring and professional staffsafe and healthy environmentstrong child developmentgood parent communication via ProCare app

Rating Distribution

Based on 1 daycares with Google ratings in Saluda

4.5 - 5.0
1
4.0 - 4.4
0
3.0 - 3.9
0
Below 3
0

Daycare Types Compared

Average ratings by facility type in Saluda, based on parent reviews

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.6avg rating
3 daycares · 1 rated

Before or After School Daycare

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Headstart Programs

No ratings yet
1 daycares

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Saluda zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
291385
4.6
1

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Saluda (– 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 Saluda based on parent reviews

Abc Academy

4.6(6)

405 North Wise Road, Saluda, SC

ABC Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff, safe environment, and child development. One parent reported a negative enrollment experience involving unclear communication about program requirements and last-minute rejection. Overall Google rating is 4.6/5.

caring and professional staffsafe and healthy environmentstrong child development

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Daycare types in Saluda

Child Daycare & Preschools 3Headstart Programs 1Before or After School Daycare 1

Child Daycare & Preschools in Saluda, South Carolina

There are 3 child daycare & preschools in Saluda, South Carolina, making up 60% 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.

Based on Google reviews, daycares in Saluda have an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities, with 100% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Child Daycare & Preschools facilities lead with an average of 4.6 stars. Our analysis covers 6 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Saluda, 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 Saluda

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Abc Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.6

ABC Academy receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with most praising the staff, safe environment, and child development. One parent reported a negative enrollment experience involving unclear communication about program requirements and last-minute rejection. Overall Google rating is 4.6/5.

caring and professional staffsafe and healthy environmentstrong child development
Address
405 North Wise Road, Saluda, SC
Phone
(864) 445-7999
Saluda Primary School
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
200 Matthews Drive, Saluda, SC
Phone
(864) 445-2469
Saluda Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
Address
117 South Bouknight Ferry Road, Saluda, SC
Phone
(864) 445-9009

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Frequently asked questions

There are 3 child daycare & preschools daycares in Saluda, 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.
Based on parent reviews, daycares in Saluda have an average Google rating of 4.6 out of 5 across 1 rated facilities. About 100% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Saluda, 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
Saluda offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 3 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 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 Saluda for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Saluda 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.