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1,206 Child Daycare & Preschools in South Carolina

Browse 1,206 child daycare & preschools across South Carolina. Find licensed daycare centers, compare options by city, and choose the best childcare for your family.

Choosing Daycare Centers in South Carolina

Finding the right daycare center for your child is crucial. Understanding the landscape of childcare services in South Carolina can make the decision-making process smoother.

South Carolina has about 1,657 daycares providing essential child services for families in the state.

Compare the average fees charged by daycare centers in South Carolina. Consider your budget while ensuring that the chosen daycare offers the necessary services and quality care.

Daycare Breakdown in South Carolina

There are 1,657 daycares in South Carolina: 151 headstart facilities, 172 before/after school centers, 128 religious facility daycares, and 1,206 childcare and preschool centers.

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Low Country Day Christian Preschool
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Low Country Day Christian Preschool in Bluffton receives consistently high praise from parents. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings, with parents highlighting caring and professional staff, strong curriculum, smooth transitions between classrooms, and children's enthusiasm about attending. Parents also appreciate the facility's responsiveness, flexibility, and community support during emergencies.

Caring and nurturing staffprofessional teachersstrong curriculum
Address
357 Red Cedar Street, Bluffton, SC
Phone
(843) 815-2271
The Island School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
3141 Maybank Hwy, Johns Island, SC
Phone
(843) 559-4440
Rainbow Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents consistently praise Rainbow Child Care Center (KinderCare Greer) for its caring, professional staff and nurturing environment. Children are reported to be happy, engaged, and learning well across all age groups. The center is commended for safety practices, emergency preparedness, and strong communication with parents.

Caring and professional staffwelcoming atmosphereemergency preparedness and safety consciousness
Address
950 S. Batesville Rd, Greer, SC
Phone
(864) 655-7152
Covenant Christian Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Covenant Christian Child Care receives highly polarized reviews. Positive reviews praise the Christian education, caring teachers, strong staff-to-child ratios, and personal attention. However, multiple negative reviews report serious safety concerns including inadequate supervision, unreported incidents, head injuries, and staff communication failures.

Christian-based educationcaring and attentive teacherssmall class sizes with one-on-one attention
Address
1120 Silstar Road, West Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 926-9222
A & A Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

A & A Learning Center receives mixed reviews with strong opinions on both ends. Positive reviewers praise the caring staff and child development, while negative reviewers cite staffing issues, last-minute closures, lost items, poor accountability, frequent illness, and management problems.

caring and loving staffchild advancement in academicschildren enjoy attending
Address
838 Center Street, West Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 791-0811
Hope Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Hope Academy receives mixed reviews with strong praise from some parents for staff dedication and child development support, but serious concerns raised by others regarding staff turnover, inexperience, basic care standards, and customer service issues.

Supportive staff who work with developmental delayslive update app with photosprofessional leadership
Address
1301 Summit Parkway, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 699-9934
Trinity Umc Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
90 Boney Road, Blythewood, SC
Phone
(803) 786-4999
Wright Way Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
639 Torrington Road, Eutawville, SC
Phone
(803) 492-7295
Happy Times Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4
Address
2235 Mcilwain Road, Lancaster, SC
Phone
(803) 285-4566
Little Peoples Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.4

Parents consistently praise Little Peoples Learning Center as a family-owned facility with caring, attentive staff who treat children with respect and love. Multiple reviewers highlight strong communication, academic and social development, and a welcoming environment. The center was able to accommodate families when other facilities had waitlists, and parents feel confident in their children's safety and care.

Family-owned and operatedcaring and loving staffstrong teacher-child relationships
Address
4444 Bethel Church Road, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 738-0405
Kids Konnection Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
500 Mceachern Heights, Marion, SC
Phone
(843) 423-6174
Circle Of Learning Daycare IV LLC
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Circle of Learning Daycare IV LLC has polarized reviews. Positive reviewers praise the new management under owner Valerie, caring staff, engaging activities, and communication app. However, negative reviewers report serious concerns including lack of facility structure and training, poor hygiene standards, inconsistent management communication, strict drop-off policies, and alleged unprofessional staff conduct.

New managementcaring and kind staffengaging learning
Address
2598 Otranto Rd, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 789-4747
Oakbrook Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Parents consistently praise Oakbrook Child Development Center for its warm, welcoming environment and caring staff who treat children like their own. Multiple reviewers highlight excellent communication, engaging curriculum, smooth kindergarten transitions, and long-term family relationships with the center. All 10 reviews are 5-star ratings expressing high satisfaction and strong recommendations.

Caring and loving staffwelcoming front deskexcellent communication
Address
901 Travelers Blvd., Summerville, SC
Phone
(843) 871-3053
Ymca Judson Community Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
2 Eighth Street, Greenville, SC
Phone
(864) 271-8800
Learning Years Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
410 E. Hayne Street, Woodruff, SC
Phone
(864) 476-2958
First Nazareth Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Parents consistently praise First Nazareth Child Development Center for its family-oriented atmosphere, dedicated long-term staff, and strong child development outcomes. Multiple reviewers report their children are excited to attend, thriving academically, and treated with genuine care and love by staff who go above and beyond their duties.

Dedicated staff with low turnoverfamily-oriented environmenthot meals provided
Address
2351 Gervais Street, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 401-8995
Immanuel Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
306 West Cherokee Road, Florence, SC
Phone
(843) 665-9004
Bo Peep Day Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

Bo Peep Day Care Center receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from parents, with 9 out of 10 recent reviews giving 5-star ratings. Parents consistently praise the caring, friendly staff, clean facility, and their children's happiness and comfort. One 1-star review raises serious concerns about unexplained marks on children and alleged lack of transparency regarding incidents.

Caring and loving staffchildren happy and excited to attendresponsive communication
Address
2050 Old Reidville Road, Spartanburg, SC
Phone
(864) 576-9160
Grace Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3
Address
5010 Monticello Road, Columbia, SC
Phone
(803) 445-1752
Carousel Of Learning
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.3

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 playground
Address
301 Secona Road, Pickens, SC
Phone
(864) 878-1338
Neighborhood Child Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Neighborhood Child Care receives mixed reviews. Positive reviewers praise the staff's kindness, caring nature, and willingness to go above and beyond for families, including those with special needs children. Negative reviewers report concerns about staff conduct, health/safety issues, injury handling, and lack of transparency.

Kind and caring staffloving towards childrenaccommodating with payment vouchers
Address
10613 Hwy 78 East, Summerville, SC
Phone
(843) 261-0244
Devine Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Devine Care Center receives mixed reviews. Positive reviews praise the caring staff, cleanliness, communication, and developmental focus under Mrs. Brenda's leadership. However, negative reviews report serious concerns including inadequate supervision, physical handling of children, insufficient food provisions, and alleged abuse incidents.

Caring and attentive staffclean and organized facilitygood communication with parents
Address
4004 Dorchester Road, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 744-0999
Our Savior Lutheran School
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Our Savior Lutheran School receives polarized reviews reflecting significant recent changes. Positive reviews praise the caring teaching staff, nurturing environment, and child development. Negative reviews criticize board governance decisions, lack of communication regarding staff resignations, classroom restructuring, refund denials, and removal of facilities like the sensory room.

Caring and nurturing environmentdedicated teaching staffchildren excited to atte
Address
2600 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Greenville, SC
Phone
(864) 268-4714
Wee Care Cdc
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Wee Care CDC in Irmo receives overwhelmingly positive feedback from most parents, who praise the caring staff, educational curriculum, and safe environment where children are happy and engaged. However, a small number of parents report concerns about staff changes, lack of visible educational activities, unexplained rate increases, and alleged unprofessional conduct by teachers.

Caring and attentive staffDirector Ms. Greene's leadershipstrong curriculum and educational activities
Address
97 Riverwalk Way, Irmo, SC
Phone
(803) 781-5439
Cadence
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.2

Cadence Academy receives mostly positive reviews praising caring staff, communication, and engaging activities, though two detailed negative reviews raise concerns about classroom management, supervision standards, and administrative responsiveness in certain classrooms.

Caring and attentive teachersresponsive director Amandaopen communication and daily activity logging
Address
5307 Sunset Blvd., Lexington, SC
Phone
(803) 356-0600
Our Children Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Our Children Day Care receives mixed reviews with significant concerns about ownership and management. While several parents praise the educational activities, staff warmth, and quality care provided by teachers, multiple parents report serious issues including alleged mistreatment by the owner, failure to report injuries, and unprofessional behavior toward both staff and children.

Educational activitiesage-appropriate groupinghealthy meals
Address
15 Stanley Road, Beaufort, SC
Phone
(843) 846-9676
Wonderful Beginnings II
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Wonderful Beginnings II in Charleston receives consistently high praise from parents, with all 10 reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents highlight the caring, passionate staff who treat children like their own, a positive learning environment, and children's academic advancement. The facility is noted for excellent communication, cleanliness, extra activities, and creating a family-like atmosphere.

Caring and passionate staffpositive learning environmentacademic advancement of children
Address
2427 Savannah Highway, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 225-5501
Wonderful Beginnings III
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Wonderful Beginnings III in Ladson receives consistently positive feedback from parents who praise the caring, passionate staff and welcoming environment. Parents report their children are happy, well-prepared academically, and treated like family members. The facility is noted for clean conditions, excellent communication, and extra activities like dance classes and recitals.

Caring and passionate staffpositive learning environmentwelcoming atmosphere
Address
3786 Ladson Road, Suite 101, Ladson, SC
Phone
(843) 821-3111
Charleston Center Therapeutic Childcare Service
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

This facility is an opioid treatment and counseling center, not a traditional daycare. Patients consistently praise the supportive, professional staff, effective methadone treatment programs, and life-changing outcomes. One patient reported being turned away despite seeking help.

Compassionate and professional staffeffective methadone treatmentflexible dosing options (including take-home doses)
Address
5 Charleston Center Drive, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 958-3480
Bumble Bee Daycare And Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
3.1

Bumble Bee Daycare receives consistently positive feedback from parents, with all recent reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring staff, clean facilities, individualized attention to children, and family-oriented environment. Children reportedly show enthusiasm about attending and parents report feeling confident leaving their kids in this facility's care.

Friendly and caring staffclean and well-organized facilitydirector is approachable and committed
Address
288 Rocky Creek Road, Greenville, SC
Phone
(864) 534-1653

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1,206 child daycare & preschools daycares across South Carolina. Browse by city to find options near you.
All licensed daycare facilities in South Carolina are listed in our directory. You can also verify a facility's license status through South Carolina's childcare licensing agency. Licensed facilities must meet state standards for safety, health, staff-to-child ratios, and staff qualifications.
When comparing daycare options in South Carolina, consider:
  • Licensing status and inspection history
  • Staff-to-child ratios (South Carolina sets minimum requirements by age group)
  • Staff qualifications and training
  • Safety measures and facility cleanliness
  • Parent reviews and Google ratings
  • Curriculum and daily schedule
  • Location, hours, and cost
Daycare costs in South Carolina vary by location, child's age, and facility type. Full-time center-based care typically ranges from $150 to $400+ per week. Infant care is generally more expensive due to lower staff-to-child ratio requirements. Urban areas tend to have higher costs than rural areas.