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Best Headstart Programs in Orangeburg, SC

Compare 1 headstart programs in Orangeburg. Average rating: 4.22/5 stars. See top 10 ranked daycares, compare by type, and find the right childcare for your family.

Orangeburg, South Carolina at a glance

Programs
1
Avg rating
4.22/5
Parent reviews
76
Top rated (4.5+)
8

Orangeburg has 1 licensed headstart programs with 76 parent reviews averaging 4.22/5.8 are top-rated with 4.5+ stars — 50% of rated programs, well above average.The largest concentration is in 29115 with 23 programs.Start with our top-10 ranked list below or filter by philosophy.

Top 10 Best Rated Daycares in Orangeburg

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
    Greater Faith Baptist Church Cdc
    4.66 score
    4.9(14)

    203 Dorchester Avenue, Orangeburg, SC · Church Daycare · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents praise Greater Faith Baptist Church CDC for its secure environment, educational quality, and welcoming family atmosphere. Reviews highlight spiritual and academic growth of children, along with appreciation for the staff and teachers. The facility is described as well-maintained with a strong sense of community.

    Securityeducation qualityspiritual growthacademic development
  2. 2
    Happyland Day Care Center
    4.21 score
    4.3(12)

    335 Murray Road, Orangeburg, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents consistently praise Happyland Day Care Center for its family-oriented environment, caring staff, and strong communication from owner Ms. Gadson. Children show genuine enthusiasm for attending, and the facility offers educational support including homework help and tutoring. Multiple families have enrolled their children for extended periods, ranging from 2 to 10+ years.

    Caring and loving staffstrong parent communicationfamily-oriented environmenthomework and tutoring support
  3. 3
    Sugar N Spice Child Care Center
    3.95 score
    3.9(5)

    131 Willington Drive, Orangeburg, SC · Child Daycare & Preschools · Capacity: -999 children

    Sugar N Spice Child Care Center receives mostly positive feedback from parents whose children attend, with praise for the friendly environment and staff. However, some prospective parents report difficulty getting their children enrolled, citing long waitlists and inconsistent availability despite calling multiple times over extended periods.

    Children enjoy attendingfriendly environmentpersonable and great staffeconomical pricing
  4. 4
    Ocab Orangeburg Head Start Center
    3.22 score
    3(18)

    1826 Joe S. Jeffords Highway, Orangeburg, SC · Headstart Programs · Capacity: -999 children

    Parents report mixed experiences at OCAB Orangeburg Head Start Center. While many praise the safe environment, friendly staff, and quality childcare, others criticize front office customer service, staff attitude inconsistencies, and administrative responsiveness issues.

    Safe and secure environmentcaring staff with childrenfriendly atmospherequality childcare

Rating Distribution

Based on 16 daycares with Google ratings in Orangeburg

4.5 - 5.0
8
4.0 - 4.4
2
3.0 - 3.9
5
Below 3
1

Daycare Types Compared

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

Child Daycare & Preschools

4.3avg rating
22 daycares · 13 rated

Church Daycare

4.35avg rating
3 daycares · 2 rated

Headstart Programs

3avg rating
1 daycares · 1 rated

Best Rated Neighborhoods

Orangeburg zip codes ranked by average daycare rating

Zip CodeDaycaresAvg. RatingTop Rated
2911523
4.25
8

Facility Sizes

Capacity distribution of daycares in Orangeburg (36–36 children)

Small

up to 30 children

0

Medium

31–75 children

1

Large

76–150 children

0

Very Large

150+ children

0

Top Rated

Highest rated daycares in Orangeburg based on parent reviews

Ocab Orangeburg Head Start Center

3(18)

1826 Joe S. Jeffords Highway, Orangeburg, SC

Parents report mixed experiences at OCAB Orangeburg Head Start Center. While many praise the safe environment, friendly staff, and quality childcare, others criticize front office customer service, staff attitude inconsistencies, and administrative responsiveness issues.

Safe and secure environmentcaring staff with childrenfriendly atmosphere

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Daycare types in Orangeburg

Child Daycare & Preschools 22Headstart Programs 1Church Daycare 3

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Headstart Programs in Orangeburg, South Carolina

There are 1 headstart programs in Orangeburg, South Carolina, making up 4% of the 26 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 Orangeburg have an average rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities, with 50% scoring 4.5 stars or higher. Church Daycare facilities lead with an average of 4.35 stars. Our analysis covers 76 parent reviews.

When choosing a daycare in Orangeburg, consider visiting facilities in person, checking their licensing status, and asking about staff-to-child ratios, daily routines, and safety policies.

All Headstart Programs in Orangeburg

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Ocab Orangeburg Head Start Center
Headstart Programs
3

Parents report mixed experiences at OCAB Orangeburg Head Start Center. While many praise the safe environment, friendly staff, and quality childcare, others criticize front office customer service, staff attitude inconsistencies, and administrative responsiveness issues.

Safe and secure environmentcaring staff with childrenfriendly atmosphere
Address
1826 Joe S. Jeffords Highway, Orangeburg, SC
Phone
(803) 585-7786

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Frequently asked questions

There are 1 headstart programs daycares in Orangeburg, South Carolina, out of 26 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 Orangeburg have an average Google rating of 4.22 out of 5 across 16 rated facilities. About 50% of rated daycares score 4.5 stars or higher.
When choosing a daycare in Orangeburg, 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
Orangeburg offers several types of childcare facilities:
  • Child Daycare & Preschools — 22 facilities
  • Headstart Programs — 1 facilities
  • Church Daycare — 3 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 Orangeburg for current pricing.
Yes, daycare centers in Orangeburg 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.