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Child Care Centers in Charleston, SC are rated 4.5 out of 5 stars based on 22 reviews of the 60 listed child care centers

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.

7509 - La Petite Academy of West Ashley

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.

CAROLINA BAY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

We love Carolina Bay! We have 1 daughter that just finished and 1 that 1 year left. The teachers and staff are experienced and love our kids...

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Cadence Academy Preschool

1966 MAGWOOD DR CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

Day Care
Child care
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...
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7511 - La Petite Academy of James Island

902 NABORS DR CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

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...

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7509 - La Petite Academy of West Ashley

2523 ASHLEY RIVER RD CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(1)

State license verified

Child care
What matters to us at La Petite Academy is simple: Your child. Here, exceptionally strong, sound social and educational foundations are formed. Here, children learn to respect one another. Learn together. Learn to work together. Learn to have fun constructively. And discover how enjoyable learning can be. It all starts by...

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...

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CAROLINA BAY CHILD DEVELOPMENT CENTER

2927 SAVANNAH HWY CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(3)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Faith based
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Day Care
+ 1 more
We are a Christian Child Develop Center running for 40+ years! Many of our staff have been working at the Center for 15+ years and adore these kids. We provide free lunch and snack for kids 2+ and a wonderful preparatory curriculum for 4K or Kindergarten. We have a brand new, state of the art, playground as of Sept. 21 2024....

Care Member says "We love Carolina Bay! We have 1 daughter that just finished and 1 that 1 year left. The teachers and staff are experienced and love our kids so much....

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Nonnie And Pop's Childcare

6968 S Kenwood Drive Charleston, SC

5.0(3)
We are a DSS registered, FBI background checked, DSS Inspected Family Childcare Home. We take care of a maximum of 6 children at any given time, and we offer some flexibility in our hours. We are a married couple who have been married 6 years. We each raised two biological children, and Pam raised 4 stepchildren and Nick raised...

Michael S. says "Blessings come in so many forms, Nonnie and Pop's just so happens to be one of them. Our son absolutely adores going to this care. He was always...

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The Oaks Children's Academy

2707 Ida Mor Drive Charleston, SC

3.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Preschool
Child care
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...

Meredith says "Excellent loving staff! Clean professional facility, highly recommended."

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Smart Cookies 1643 - DUP

1717 Savannah Hwy CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
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,...

Care Member says "Kind, professional, and dependable. We’re grateful to be part of this community."

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Preschool
Child care
The Trinity Montessori School provides a childcare program in Charleston, South Carolina. They encourage the children's holistic growth through play-based and child-centered activities. They also aim to develop the children's social skills, emotional growth, and physical coordination using the Montessori method of education. The...

Haley V says "We couldn't be happier with the education, foundation, and support that Trinity Montessori School has provided for our two children. Definitely the best in...

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Charles Towne Child Development Center

1521 Wappoo Dr Charleston, SC

5.0(2)

Karen says "My sons started here at 20 months and almost 4. They have thrived here. The staff is caring and friendly, and the owner Kimmie is great. They experience...

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Care Academy

2507 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC

3.0(4)
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We specialize in caring, assisting, reaching and educating your child.

Carla B. says "If this was a perfect place, I'd give it 5 stars. Truth is there is nothing perfect except heaven.. lol so 4 stars are excellent. My experience has been...

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Outdoor/nature
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
Our curriculum features the South Carolina Early Childhood Standards, Creative Curriculum, Handwriting Without Tears, Thinking Maps, LEGO Education and STEAM Education. Our classrooms offer a small group setting for individualized attention to meet the needs of our children. Check out our use of technology and digital literacy...
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Sunshine House of Charleston

8180 DORCHESTER RD CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Preschool
Day Care
Bright Futures Start Here! For nearly 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. And we'd love to do the same for your child. Our talented teachers and caregivers work to inspire a lifelong love of learning in your child. Our...
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Little Palms Child Care Center LLC

1130 Gunn Avenue Charleston, SC

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Little Palms Child Care Center is a full time day care and preschool, focusing on the growth and happiness of our little learners! We our a small center, with a capacity of only 20 children, which allows your child to receive the individual attention he or she needs and deserves during this crucial period of their life! The...
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Montessori Learning Collective

2535 LEEDS AVE CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

starting at
$1350/mo
Outdoor/nature
Montessori
Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Cooperative
+ 5 more
Montessori Learning Collective is a research based, multi-aged, hands on, learning environment which serves students from 3 through 6 years old, including the Kindergarten year. Children who are independently using the toilet may be enrolled at 30 months. Our school values outdoor education, diversity and inclusion, and...
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Radiant Academy

1919 Clifton Street Charleston, SC

Faith based
Academic
Developmental (play-based)
Preschool
Child care
We are a brand new christian preschool opening in Charleston,SC. We are accepting applications for Infants-4 yrs old. We are accepting applications for afterschoolers who attend North Charleston School of Arts. We are doing a Winter Camp this year during Christmas break for afterschoolers in our area. Please give us a call or...
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Smart Cookies 1643

1717 Savannah Hwy CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

Child care
Preschool
Day Care
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,...
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Child care
Early Childhood Development Center - College of Charleston is a state-licensed early childhood center that offers NAEYC-accredited educational day care programs for young children. Based in Charleston, South Carolina, the company’s programs use different curriculums such as Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and High Scope to support...
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Nana's Day Care Center

4174 Dorchester Rd Charleston, SC

Child care
Founded in 2000, Nana's Day Care Center is a child care facility located at 4174 Dorchester Rd. Charleston, SC. They offer a safe, secure and healthy environment for children. They provide an age-appropriate toys and equipment, needed to improve and develop the child's overall potential.
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Loving & Learning Educational Center Inc

Charleston,SC Charleston, SC

Preschool
Child care
Loving & Learning Educational Center enhances the learning experience of every child while maintaining the highest standards for cleanliness, nutrition and security. They believe that only when a child feels loved and truly accepted that he or she will flourish in an educational environment.
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The Preschool Academy Inc

1002 Wappoo Rd Charleston, SC

Child care
The Preschool Academy, Charleston, SC, is a childcare center established in 1988. It can accommodate up to a maximum of 159 children. They offer a full-time child care available Mondays through Fridays, from 6:30 in the morning till 6:30 in the evening.
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FAQs for finding child care centers near you in Charleston, SC

Child care centers near you in Charleston, SC provide a number of crucial benefits for both parents and children. Most importantly, these establishments can offer a safe and nurturing environment for young ones, providing educational resources and enriching activities in the process. Additionally, children can build important skills in communication and collaboration with others by interacting with peers at child care centers. Parents will feel at ease knowing that their little loved ones are being looked after in an organized structure with trained professionals who are properly certified.

A child care center can be an ideal environment for children to develop and explore. Typically, the staff at child care centers near you in Charleston, SC have experience dealing with young kids and are experts at developing creative activities that encourage learning. Your child will be able to participate in structured games and free play with their peers, receive help with academics, and practice healthy habits such as proper nutrition and exercise. They'll also have access to art materials to allow them to express themselves. By interacting with other kids and the staff, your child will build the emotional skills necessary for their social development.

You can use Care.com to kick off your search for a child care center near you in Charleston, SC. You can start by simply sorting child care center profiles by the location that is most convenient for you. Some parents may want to choose a location close to home and others may want one close to their workplace. Then you can read reviews from other parents to learn about their experiences with each child care center you’re considering.

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