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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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St. Paul'S Day Care
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1356 Amelia Street, Orangeburg, SC
Phone
(803) 534-6518
The Pecan Grove Child Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
1202 Decatur Street, Orangeburg, SC
Phone
(803) 535-3737
Belmont Luxury Precious Moments Child Care & Learning Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
5
Address
301 Smith Street, Bowman, SC
Phone
(803) 829-1132
Above And Beyond Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
7951 Dorchester Rd, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 834-9181
Cowpens Creative Kids
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
5470 North Main St., Cowpens, SC
Phone
(864) 406-0527
Liberty Christian Daycare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

The reviews provided do not contain feedback about the daycare center itself. All reviews discuss the affiliated church's services, pastoral leadership, and worship experience rather than childcare quality, staff, or educational programs.

None mentioned regarding daycare operations
Address
410 Blessed Hope Rd, York, SC
Phone
(803) 684-9819
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
Tega Cay Children'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Tega Cay Children's Academy (also referred to as Oakcrest) for its caring staff, strong curriculum, and organized operations. Children show significant developmental progress and genuine enthusiasm for attending. Parents report excellent communication, cleanliness, and a nurturing environment that feels like family.

Caring and invested teachersstrong curriculum with measurable child developmentexcellent organization and communication
Address
412 Silver Ridge Drive, Tega Cay, SC
Phone
(803) 548-8882
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
Kidzone Learning Center INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Kidzone Learning Center (referred to as Footprints in reviews) for its clean facility, warm and caring staff, and positive impact on children's happiness and development. Children show excitement about attending, and parents appreciate the communication through the parent app with daily updates and photos. The center offers age-appropriate curricula, outdoor play, Christian values, and responsive staff.

Clean facilitywelcoming atmospherekind and helpful staff
Address
219 Moore Road, Piedmont, SC
Phone
(864) 859-1140
Kids Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Kids Academy for providing excellent, caring childcare with staff who treat children like family. They appreciate the professional and responsible approach to child development and the extended hours available for working families.

Loving and caring staffchildren are happy and well-cared-forprofessional and responsible care
Address
616 Hwy. 29 N, Anderson, SC
Phone
(864) 261-3907
St. Timothy'S Children'S Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

St. Timothy's Children's Center receives consistently high praise from parents who appreciate the caring, loving staff and strong educational curriculum. Parents highlight the director Ms. Stephanie's personal attention, clear communication, and fun educational events that keep children engaged and excited about attending.

Caring and attentive staffloving environmentstrong curriculum
Address
200 Goose Creek Blvd. South, Goose Creek, SC
Phone
(843) 553-7175
Ruby'S Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Ruby's Academy in Mount Pleasant receives consistently excellent reviews with all 5-star ratings. Parents praise the caring, family-like atmosphere, professional staff, and strong educational support for children ranging from infants through school age. Families report high satisfaction with the facility's cleanliness, communication, activities, and the positive impact on their children's development and school readiness.

Family atmospherecleanlinesscaring and pr
Address
1141 Dingle Road, Mount Pleasant, SC
Phone
(843) 216-9994
Loving And Learning Child Care Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Loving and Learning Child Care Center receives universal praise from parents across all age groups served (infants through after-school programs). Parents consistently highlight the warm, family-like environment, caring staff, and genuine attention to child development and well-being as key strengths of the center.

Warm and welcoming staffFamily-like atmosphereDirector and teachers genuinely care about children
Address
5353 Park Forest Parkway, North Charleston, SC
Phone
(842) 552-8585
Springview Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Springview Academy receives consistently excellent feedback from parents who praise the caring, nurturing staff and individualized attention given to each child. Parents highlight the warm environment, quality curriculum, excellent communication through daily photos and updates, and the positive impact on their children's development and happiness. Multiple families report traveling significant distances and enrolling multiple children due to their exceptional experience.

Caring and nurturing staffindividualized child developmentquality curriculum
Address
112 Springview Lane, Summerville, SC
Phone
(843) 873-7100
Highland Park Umc
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Highland Park UMC is a church-based center in Florence, South Carolina with a 4.9/5 Google rating. Reviews praise the welcoming atmosphere, friendly staff, and strong children's/youth programs, particularly noting the long-standing kindergarten program. Parents appreciate the family-oriented, Christian community environment.

Welcoming and open-armed stafffriendly and accommodatingstrong children's and youth programs
Address
1300 Second Loop Road, Florence, SC
Phone
(843) 662-1242
Creative Beginnings Child Development Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Creative Beginnings Child Development Center in Myrtle Beach receives perfect 5/5 ratings from parents who consistently praise the caring, attentive staff, clean facilities, and strong child development outcomes. Parents report feeling confident in their children's safety and happiness, with many noting their children are excited to attend and show significant learning progress. The center is highlighted for its welcoming environment, open communication, and staff dedication that extends beyond typical childcare expectations.

caring and attentive staffclean and well-maintained facilitiessmall class sizes with multiple teachers per classroom
Address
4047 Holmestown Road, Myrtle Beach, SC
Phone
(843) 215-1234
Cornerstone Children'S Academy INC.
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Cornerstone Children's Academy for its caring, attentive staff who treat children like their own. The facility is noted for being clean, safe, and stimulating, with strong communication and a warm, family-like atmosphere. Children reportedly enjoy attending and show improved development and enthusiasm for school.

Caring and attentive staffclean and safe facilitystrong communication
Address
2298 Old Furnace Road, Boiling Springs, SC
Phone
(864) 814-1014
Daniel Island Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Daniel Island Academy receives consistently high praise from parents who report significant developmental and educational progress in their children. Parents highlight the professional, caring staff, advanced curriculum, and family-oriented atmosphere as standout features of the center.

Attentive and certified teachersadvanced and diverse curriculumclean and safe facility
Address
300 Seven Farms Drive, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 971-5961
First Baptist Christian Educational Development
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Reviews are predominantly positive, with visitors praising the friendly atmosphere and welcoming community. However, most reviews appear to reference the church itself rather than the daycare program specifically, making it difficult to assess the educational services provided.

Friendly and caring staffwelcoming community atmospheregood pastoral leadership
Address
112 E. Main Street, Moncks Corner, SC
Phone
(843) 761-8390
Harbour Lake Preschool & Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Unable to provide accurate daycare review summary. The reviews provided are for Harbour Lake Baptist Church, not Harbour Lake Preschool & Academy daycare center. No actual daycare parent reviews are available to assess.

None - reviews are for church servicesnot daycare
Address
1056 Red Bank Road, Goose Creek, SC
Phone
(843) 572-0026
Cross Early Childhood Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9
Address
495 Buckwalter Pkwy., Bluffton, SC
Phone
(843) 706-2000
It'S A Cool School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Parents consistently praise Kids Garden for its nurturing, play-based learning environment with caring and attentive staff. The facility is noted for being clean, screen-free, and offering flexible scheduling options. Children show measurable improvements in development, confidence, and enthusiasm for attending.

Loving and kind staffscreen-free environmentclean facility
Address
61 Windermere Blvd, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 225-2794
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Blessed Sacrament Catholic School receives consistently high praise from parents across all reviews (9 five-star ratings). Parents emphasize the school's strong academic performance, nurturing Catholic community, dedicated staff, and safe environment. Families report their children thrive academically and socially while developing strong faith-based values.

Strong academic performance with above-average standardized test scorescaring and dedicated teachersnurturing and safe environment
Address
7 St. Teresa Drive, Charleston, SC
Phone
(843) 766-2128
Family Affair Childcare
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Family Affair Childcare in Mauldin receives universal praise from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents consistently highlight the caring staff, engaging activities, and welcoming environment that helps children thrive and adjust quickly to care.

Caring and attentive teachers (especially noted: Ms. Triniqua/Ms. TMrs. PhebeMrs. Alli
Address
114 E. Butler Road, Mauldin, SC
Phone
(864) 283-0461
Chabad Academy
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Chabad Academy in Myrtle Beach receives consistently high praise for its welcoming community atmosphere, beautiful facilities, and quality programming. Parents highlight the friendly staff, rabbi dedication, and active involvement in both religious services and community support. The facility is noted as clean, well-organized, and accommodating to visitors and members alike.

Warm and welcoming communitybeautiful facilities including mikvahfriendly and accommodating staff
Address
2803 North Oak Street, Myrtle Beach, SC
Phone
(843) 448-0035
First United Methodist Childcare Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

First United Methodist Childcare Center in Marion, South Carolina receives consistently high ratings from visitors. Reviews praise the facility's traditional appearance, serene atmosphere, and staff quality. The center maintains strong community presence and appeal.

Beautiful facilityserene environmentgreat staff
Address
103 Oak Street, Marion, SC
Phone
(843) 423-4747
Carolina Kids Child Development Center II
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

Carolina Kids Child Development Center II in Fort Mill receives consistently excellent feedback from parents, with all reviews rating it 5/5 stars. Parents praise the caring and professional staff, clean facilities, and positive learning environment where children are excited to attend. Multiple families highlight smooth transitions for their children and strong teacher-child relationships.

Loving and caring teachersprofessional and educated staffclean facility
Address
2850 Old Nations Road, Fort Mill, SC
Phone
(803) 802-4400
Preschool @ Holly Springs Center
Child Daycare & Preschools
4.9

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 facility
Address
120 Holly Springs Road, Pickens, SC
Phone
(864) 878-9335

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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.