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902 NABORS DR CHARLESTON, SC
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At La Petite Academy of James Island, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Charleston, SC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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4008 SALT POINTE PKWY N CHARLESTON, SC
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6 mi
Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and supports whole-child development — blending literacy, math, science, and social studies with social-emotional and physical growth. Whether you’re looking for school readiness, socialization, or love and care for your child while you work, we’re here to support…
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MEREDITH says "I have only great things to say about the Sunshine House! The staff are very attentive and caring. We love that we get real-time updates every day while we are working, and it’s comforting to know my child is in safe hands. Highly recommend the Sunshine House to anyone!"
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Welcome to Cadence Academy Preschool in Charleston, South Carolina. We believe in making the most of your child’s first educational experiences, so we continually balance the development of academic, social-emotional, and physical skill.
Our preschool campus has three shaded playgrounds where students regularly participate in outdoor activities, a garden area where the children grow vegetables and flowers, and a shaded picnic area where we all enjoy Charleston’s beautiful weather. And, as…
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753 LONG POINT RD MT PLEASANT, SC
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7 mi
Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in.
Our curriculum nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and supports whole-child development — blending literacy, math, science, and social studies with social-emotional and physical growth.
Whether you’re looking for school readiness, socialization, or love and care for your child while you work, we’re here to…
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Meredith R. says "I have only great things to say about the Sunshine House! The staff are very attentive and caring. We love that we get real-time updates every day while we are working, and it’s comforting to know my child is in safe hands. Highly recommend the Sunshine House to anyone! – Meredith"
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2523 ASHLEY RIVER RD CHARLESTON, SC
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7 mi
At La Petite Academy of West Ashley, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Charleston, SC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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1212 Two Island Ct MOUNT PLEASANT, SC
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8 mi
For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. At Chesterbrook Academy we combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun, safe, and nurturing environment – offering far more than just child care. Through our Links to Learning curriculum, children are prepared for kindergarten and beyond by developing essential academic, social, and emotional skills for success. Our dedicated teachers support each…
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Christine K. says "We’ve been part of the Chesterbrook Academy family for five years, and we couldn’t be happier. Our children are cared for, supported, and genuinely excited to go to school each day. The teachers are nurturing and attentive, creating an environment where every child feels known and valued. It’s amazing to see how much our kids have grown — not just academically, but socially and emotionally too."
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3300 TURGOT LN MT PLEASANT, SC
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11 mi
Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures curiosity, builds confidence, and supports whole-child development — blending literacy, math, science, and social studies with social-emotional and physical growth. Whether you’re looking for school readiness, socialization, or love and care for your child while you work, we’re here to support…
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Meredith R. says "I have only great things to say about the Sunshine House! The staff are very attentive and caring. We love that we get real-time updates every day while we are working, and it’s comforting to know my child is in safe hands. Highly recommend the Sunshine House to anyone! – Meredith"
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3608 ASHLEY PHOSPHATE RD N CHARLESTON, SC
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13 mi
At La Petite Academy of North Charleston, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in North Charleston, SC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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152 RED BANK RD GOOSE CREEK, SC
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16 mi
NOW ACCEPTING ABC QUALITY CHILDCARE SCHOLARSHIP/VOUCHERS!
We have been open since 1989 and have been owned by the same person since. We offer play based curriculum where the children learn by exploring their environment. We make our own in house educational and Christian curriculum. Children spend ample time outside each day as we feel it is important to their development! We strive to make each child feel welcome and loved every day! Come tour and meet our staff today!
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Dawn M. says "A very nice, clean place! Very organized with a nice playground and the people all very friendly. The teachers teach nice values to the children!"
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5139 GIBSON RD BLDG B MEGGETT, SC
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17 mi
The best K3 and K4 in the area!
Are you looking for your student to be Kindergarten-ready? Look no further. LLPS is the solution. With strong programs in pre-reading, phonics instruction and project-based learning.
Located next door to Lowcountry Leadership Charter School, Lowcountry, Leadership Pre-School (LLPS) is a privately operated fee-based K3 & K4 Pre-School open during the regular school year (follows LLCS calendar) and offers full-time and flex schedules/pricing.
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Care Member says "We couldn’t be happier with our experience at LLPS! From day one, the staff has been incredibly warm, attentive, and genuinely caring. It gave us so much peace of mind knowing our daughter was in such a nurturing and positive environment every day.
The teachers go above and beyond to make learning fun while also helping the kids grow socially and emotionally. You can truly tell they love what they do, and it shows in how they interact with each child.
The director is…
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1664 OLD TROLLEY RD SUMMERVILLE, SC
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18 mi
At La Petite Academy of Summerville, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Summerville, SC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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502 SAINT JAMES AVE GOOSE CREEK, SC
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18 mi
At La Petite Academy of Goose Creek, your child will learn and grow in a safe, nurturing environment. We we provide quality daycare, preschool programs, and summer camp in Goose Creek, SC. Our experienced teachers support confidence, social skills, and school readiness through engaging, hands-on learning. We provide full-time, part-time, and drop-in enrollment options, along with meals and snacks to support busy families. Our family communication app, SproutAbout, keeps you connected throughout…
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Carla C. says "My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the classroom. She greets us every more and a small conversation in the afternoon. My daughters teachers are excited to see her and greet us with a smile and my daughhter gets a hug. It was a smooth transition and the teachers are really caring. They have made it an easy transtion to go back to work."
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Cadence Academy Preschool in Summerville, SC provides early education programs and child care for children ages six weeks through pre-kindergarten. Our amazing 10,000 square foot early childhood education center features nine custom-designed classrooms where children play and explore in unique discovery centers, each designed to ignite their curiosity and allowing them to learn as they play. And, as elementary schools are altering schedules, we are here to serve your needs and the needs of your…
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Welcome to Mason Prep! Mason Preparatory school is an independent, non-profit, co-ed school for students in grades Pre-K-8. We partner with families across the Charleston, SC, area to provide their children with excellent academics, exciting activities, and a close-knit community in which to learn and grow.
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Care Member says "Our son was fortunate enough to be a part of the first PreK program at Mason Prep. We were impressed by the foundation they laid for academics as well as helping the kids transition into a learning environment. In PreK they were able to participate in PE, music, art and other opportunities as well. Our family feels very fortunate to be a part of Mason Prep and we look forward to continuing our son's academic journey with their team."
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2707 Ida Mor Drive Charleston, SC
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2 mi
It is the philosophy of The Oaks Children s Academy that early childhood should be a time of fun, warmth, security, exploring and discovery. The Oaks Children s Academy is a unique, integrated childcare facility for children who are 6 weeks - 5 years of age. Our number one goal is to provide the kind of environment and the kind of influences that encourage all children to become creative, independent, responsible, well rounded, self-directed adults who can make decisions for themselves. The…
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Meredith says "Excellent loving staff! Clean professional facility, highly recommended."
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7 SAINT TERESA DR CHARLESTON, SC
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3 mi
Blessed Sacrament Catholic School is focused on educating each student by emphasizing our Catholic faith and upholding academic excellence through engaging the mind, challenging the body, and enlightening the soul.
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Corrinne says "Our oldest son started first grade at BSCS last year, and we have been very thankful to be a part of the amazing BSCS community and look forward to sending our 2 younger children there in the future. Mrs. King and the entire faculty and staff have been wonderful with their consistent guidance and communication throughout the school year. We are most grateful that our children will continue to learn about their Catholic faith, while also receiving an excellent education. "
Charles Towne Montessori is a 5-day per week program, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. We offer a half-day program for children under 5 years old (noon dismissal). CTM serves children ages 15 months to 12 years. The Montessori classroom house mixed ages, so our Toddler program has children ages 15 months to 3 years, our Primary program has children ages 3 to 6 years, and our Elementary program has children ages 6 to 12. We also offer early drop-off at 7:30 a.m. and after care until…
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sokona D. says "I have two children enrolled at Charles Towne Montessori.
My husband and I decided to move our family to Charleston a year and a half ago. We are incredibly happy with our decision to send our two children (age 5 and 8) to Charles Towne Montessori! We are constantly impressed by how much they are learning, and by the level of patience, compassion, and understanding that their teachers and teacher assistants provide to them daily. Aside from academics, our children are learning…
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891 JOHNNIE DODDS BLVD MT PLEASANT, SC
4 mi
We provide parents with peace of mind by giving children an exceptional education every fun-filled day in a place as nurturing as home. We offer childcare and early educational programs for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and kindergarteners. We also have before & after school care and summer camp for school age children.
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CHILDCARE & PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS SERVING WEST ASHLEY AND CHARLESTON AREAS The first five years of your child’s life are truly magical, and we’re honored that you’re considering sharing them with our Smart Cookies family. Family is at the heart of everything we do. We’re small enough to know every child (and the parents, grandparents, and loved ones who support them) yet big enough to offer dynamic classrooms and enriching programs that give your child every opportunity to explore, learn, and…
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After School Programs are rated 5.0 out of 5 stars based on 13 reviews of the 11 listed after school programs
7511 - La Petite Academy of James Island
My family and I love La Petite. The Director really cares about our children and making sure she is supporting the teachers in the…
- Carla C.
Sunshine House of North Charleston at Salt Pointe Pkwy
I have only great things to say about the Sunshine House! The staff are very attentive and caring. We love that we get real-time updates…
- MEREDITH
Sunshine House of Mount Pleasant at Long Point Road
I have only great things to say about the Sunshine House! The staff are very attentive and caring. We love that we get real-time updates…
- Meredith R.
FAQs for finding after school programs near you in Charleston, SC
How long do after-school programs last near me in Charleston, SC?
After-school programs near you in Charleston, SC vary in length depending on the program, both in how many hours your child will meet each time and how many weeks the program lasts. Some after-school programs may last for a few hours after school completes each day for the entire school year, while others might offer after-school activities for an hour onece a week. Ultimately, the duration of these after-school programs is going to depend on the activity, seasonality, and other factors.
What are the benefits of after-school programs near me in Charleston, SC?
After school programs near you in Charleston, SC provide students with an opportunity to explore interests outside of classroom learning, build mentoring relationships, and develop a sense of community. These programs foster important social and emotional skills such as collaboration, responsibility, communication and problem-solving. They also help build self-confidence and enable informal educational experiences in a safe environment after the school day is over. After school programs are beneficial to both students’ academic and personal growth.
What activities are offered at after-school programs near me in Charleston, SC?
Depending on the program, activities in Charleston, SC may include tutoring, computer classes, academic clubs and recreational sports teams. Some after-school programs also offer fun arts and crafts classes, music lessons and field trips. The primary purpose of after-school programs is to provide an environment where children can safely learn and grow while having a great time, and there are many avenues available to achieving this.
How can I find a good after school program near me in Charleston, SC?
To find a good after school program near you in Charleston, SC, look no further than Care.com. You can use Care.com to compare the profiles of different after school programs in your area, including how much they cost.
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