Best Child Daycare & Preschools in Simpsonville, SC
Compare 18 child daycare & preschools in Simpsonville. Average rating: 4.52/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.
Simpsonville, South Carolina at a glance
- Programs
- 18
- Avg rating
- 4.52/5
- Parent reviews
- 266
- Top rated (4.5+)
- 8
Simpsonville has 18 licensed child daycare & preschools with 266 parent reviews averaging 4.52/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 47% of rated programs, well above average.The highest-rated options cluster around the 29681 zip code, averaging 4.52 stars across 15 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.
Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Simpsonville
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.
- 1Little Town Preschool & Daycare4.62 score5(8)
4 Harrison Bridge Road, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Little Town Preschool & Daycare in Simpsonville receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the faith-based approach, nurturing staff, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents describe a warm, supportive community where children feel loved and safe, with excellent communication and administration support.
faith-based curriculumnurturing and attentive staffstrong academic preparationspiritual development - 2Celebration Christian Academy/Preschool4.56 score4.7(20)
1441 Jonesville Road, Simpsonville, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children
Celebration Christian Academy/Preschool receives consistently high praise from parents who have used the facility for multiple years. Parents highlight the loving, attentive care provided by staff, the Bible-based curriculum, safe environment, and reasonable pricing. Many families express strong satisfaction with both the daycare services and the affiliated church community.
Loving and attentive staffBible-based educationsafe environmentreasonable pricing - 3The Kid'S Place4.48 score4.6(20)
304 Balcome Boulevard, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
The Kids Place is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and educational quality. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for school, and develop strong bonds with teachers. Many families have used the facility for multiple children over many years.
Small class sizespersonalized attentionloving and attentive stafffamily feel - 4Calvary Christian Preschool4.48 score4.6(20)
3810 Grandview Drive, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Calvary Christian Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and quality of the 3K program. Parents highlight excellent teacher-child relationships, consistent communication about learning activities, and strong Christian instruction. The facility is described as a caring, family-oriented environment where children learn daily.
Loving and welcoming communityteachers treat children with careexcellent parent communicationconsistent daily learning - 5Holy Cross Academy4.46 score4.6(17)
203 East College Street, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Holy Cross Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, excellent communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and treated like family. The facility is described as well-maintained with good activities and extracurricular programs.
Warm and caring staffexcellent parent-teacher communicationwell-maintained facilitiesengaging activities and - 6Adora Childcare Center4.4 score4.5(20)
2825 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: 98 children
Adora Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff, individualized child care, and a nurturing environment. Parents appreciate the clean facilities, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and real-time communication through the app. Multiple parents report their children are happy, thriving, and developing strong skills across academic and social-emotional domains.
Warm and caring staffpersonalized attention to eac - 7Primrose School Of Simpsonville At Five Forks4.32 score4.4(20)
2255 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Primrose School of Simpsonville at Five Forks receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, competent staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight the clean facilities, thoughtful curriculum, excellent communication, and genuine dedication of teachers to each child's development. Families report their children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
Clean and well-maintained facilityengaged and caring stafflow staff turnoverstrong curriculum with educational balance - 8Park Place Children'S Center4.3 score4.4(15)
205 Batesville Road, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Park Place Children's Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and owner Cindy for creating a nurturing, safe environment. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, enriching activities, accommodating meal preparations (including allergy-friendly options), and the school's responsiveness to developmental concerns and special needs.
Caring and dedicated teachersowner actively involved and responsivesafe and clean facilityenriching activities and programs - 9Starshine Child Enrichment Center4.28 score4.4(11)
1185 Holland Road, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Starshine Child Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, child engagement, and emotional security. However, two negative reviews report serious concerns including inappropriate teacher behavior toward children and unresolved billing/financial disputes.
caring and patient teacherschild happiness and engagementeducational activitiesclean facility - 10Bundle Of Joy Academy4.24 score4.3(20)
402 Fowler Road, Simpsonville, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children
Bundle of Joy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, particularly director Tamiko, and the facility's educational activities and field trips. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-supported, with staff showing special understanding for children with different needs including autism. The center offers extended hours, school pickup services, and flexible payment arrangements.
caring and supportive staffstrong leadershipeducational curriculumdaily field trips
Rating Distribution
Based on 17 daycares with Google ratings in Simpsonville
What Parents Value Most
Top qualities mentioned across 266 reviews, analyzed by AI
Daycare Types Compared
Average ratings by facility type in Simpsonville, based on parent reviews
Best Rated Neighborhoods
Simpsonville zip codes ranked by average daycare rating
| Zip Code | Daycares | Avg. Rating | Top Rated | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29681 | 15 | 4.52 | 6 | |
| 29680 | 6 | 4.5 | 2 |
Facility Sizes
Capacity distribution of daycares in Simpsonville (98–98 children)
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up to 30 children
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Medium
31–75 children
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Large
76–150 children
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Very Large
150+ children
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Top Rated
Highest rated daycares in Simpsonville based on parent reviews
Little Town Preschool & Daycare
4 Harrison Bridge Road, Simpsonville, SC
Little Town Preschool & Daycare in Simpsonville receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the faith-based approach, nurturing staff, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents describe a warm, supportive community where children feel loved and safe, with excellent communication and administration support.
The Kid'S Place
304 Balcome Boulevard, Simpsonville, SC
The Kids Place is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and educational quality. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for school, and develop strong bonds with teachers. Many families have used the facility for multiple children over many years.
Calvary Christian Preschool
3810 Grandview Drive, Simpsonville, SC
Calvary Christian Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and quality of the 3K program. Parents highlight excellent teacher-child relationships, consistent communication about learning activities, and strong Christian instruction. The facility is described as a caring, family-oriented environment where children learn daily.
Holy Cross Academy
203 East College Street, Simpsonville, SC
Holy Cross Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, excellent communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and treated like family. The facility is described as well-maintained with good activities and extracurricular programs.
Adora Childcare Center
2825 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
Adora Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff, individualized child care, and a nurturing environment. Parents appreciate the clean facilities, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and real-time communication through the app. Multiple parents report their children are happy, thriving, and developing strong skills across academic and social-emotional domains.
Primrose School Of Simpsonville At Five Forks
2255 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
Primrose School of Simpsonville at Five Forks receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, competent staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight the clean facilities, thoughtful curriculum, excellent communication, and genuine dedication of teachers to each child's development. Families report their children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
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Child Daycare & Preschools in Simpsonville, South Carolina
There are 18 child daycare & preschools in Simpsonville, South Carolina, making up 86% of the 21 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 Simpsonville have an average rating of 4.52 out of 5 across 17 rated facilities, with 47% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Headstart Programs facilities lead with an average of 5 stars. Our analysis covers 266 parent reviews. Parents in Simpsonville most frequently praise daycares for safe environment, children enjoy attending, and loving and attentive staff.
When choosing a daycare in Simpsonville, 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 Simpsonville
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- Address
- 239 Rocky Creek Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 688-0019
Little Town Preschool & Daycare in Simpsonville receives unanimous 5-star reviews from parents who consistently praise the faith-based approach, nurturing staff, and strong academic preparation for kindergarten. Parents describe a warm, supportive community where children feel loved and safe, with excellent communication and administration support.
- Address
- 4 Harrison Bridge Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 688-0410
The Kids Place is highly rated by parents who praise the caring staff, family-like atmosphere, and educational quality. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for school, and develop strong bonds with teachers. Many families have used the facility for multiple children over many years.
- Address
- 304 Balcome Boulevard, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 967-7537
Calvary Christian Preschool is highly rated by parents who praise the welcoming community atmosphere and quality of the 3K program. Parents highlight excellent teacher-child relationships, consistent communication about learning activities, and strong Christian instruction. The facility is described as a caring, family-oriented environment where children learn daily.
- Address
- 3810 Grandview Drive, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 688-3043
Holy Cross Academy receives uniformly positive feedback from parents who praise the caring staff, excellent communication, and nurturing environment. Parents consistently report their children are happy, well-prepared for kindergarten, and treated like family. The facility is described as well-maintained with good activities and extracurricular programs.
- Address
- 203 East College Street, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 963-5986
Adora Childcare Center receives consistently high praise from parents who highlight exceptional staff, individualized child care, and a nurturing environment. Parents appreciate the clean facilities, nutritious meals, engaging activities, and real-time communication through the app. Multiple parents report their children are happy, thriving, and developing strong skills across academic and social-emotional domains.
- Address
- 2825 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 382-1833
Starshine Child Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, with praise for caring staff, child engagement, and emotional security. However, two negative reviews report serious concerns including inappropriate teacher behavior toward children and unresolved billing/financial disputes.
- Address
- 1185 Holland Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 675-1020
Park Place Children's Center receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, dedicated staff and owner Cindy for creating a nurturing, safe environment. Parents highlight the quality of teachers, enriching activities, accommodating meal preparations (including allergy-friendly options), and the school's responsiveness to developmental concerns and special needs.
- Address
- 205 Batesville Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 270-5910
Primrose School of Simpsonville at Five Forks receives unanimous 5-star ratings from parents who praise the caring, competent staff and welcoming environment. Parents consistently highlight the clean facilities, thoughtful curriculum, excellent communication, and genuine dedication of teachers to each child's development. Families report their children feel safe, supported, and excited to learn.
- Address
- 2255 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 729-8811
Parents highlight the center's loving environment and the specific staff members who provide attentive care and clear communication. While families feel comfortable and welcome, one review notes that the facility itself could use some updates.
- Address
- 911 W. Georgia Rd., Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 228-3663
Standing Springs Baptist CDC is a church-based daycare and preschool program that parents consistently praise for its welcoming environment and quality care for young children. The facility benefits from excellent church infrastructure and an open-minded faith community approach.
- Address
- 1111 West Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 963-3454
Bundle of Joy Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring staff, particularly director Tamiko, and the facility's educational activities and field trips. Parents report their children are happy, engaged in learning, and well-supported, with staff showing special understanding for children with different needs including autism. The center offers extended hours, school pickup services, and flexible payment arrangements.
- Address
- 402 Fowler Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 228-9362
Several parents highlight the staff's affectionate approach and strong preparation for kindergarten, with multiple children expressing enjoyment in both classroom and after-school settings. However, one reviewer advises that the center may not be suitable for children with special needs.
- Address
- 580 Brookwood Point Place, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 688-8223
Parents consistently praise Classy Kids Child Development Center (now operated by Big Blue Marble Academy) for its caring, attentive staff and strong curriculum. Multiple reviewers note significant improvements since the management transition and report their children are happy, well-cared-for, and learning effectively. All recent reviews are 5-star ratings highlighting the welcoming environment and strong teacher-parent relationships.
- Address
- 678 Fairview Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 967-2888
First Baptist Simpsonville Child Enrichment Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring and knowledgeable staff, strong curriculum, and child development focus. However, two negative reviews cite concerns about teacher engagement and administrative handling of safety concerns.
- Address
- 125 Academy Street, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 228-0972
The Goddard School in Simpsonville receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, attentive staff and strong curriculum implementation. Parents report their children thrive academically and socially, with excellent communication and accommodation for special needs like allergies. The facility is noted for its clean environment and family-like atmosphere.
- Address
- 8 Five Forks Plaza Court, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 254-0708
- Address
- 2211 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 234-7575
Kiddie Academy in Simpsonville receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the structured curriculum, attentive staff, clean facilities, and transparent communication through daily photos and live camera access. Children reportedly thrive academically and emotionally, with parents expressing high confidence in the care provided.
- Address
- 321 Scuffletown Road, Simpsonville, SC
- Phone
- (864) 627-1985
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