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Daycares in Charleston, SC are rated 4.6 out of 5 stars based on 27 reviews of the 60 listed daycares

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.

Charles Towne Montessori

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....

- sokona D.

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...

- Care member

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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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Smart Cookies 1643

1717 Savannah Hwy CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Cadence Academy Preschool

1966 MAGWOOD DR CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

Child care
Day 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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Charles Towne Montessori

56 LEINBACH DR CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(2)

State license verified

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,...

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...

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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
Outdoor/nature
Academic
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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)
Outdoor/nature
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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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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Blessed Sacrament Catholic School

7 SAINT TERESA DR CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(2)

State license verified

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.

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...

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It's A Cool School

61 Windermere Blvd Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
Developmental (play-based)
Cooperative
Academic
Child care
It's A Cool School is a child care facility serving children as early as 6 weeks to 12 years of age. This is a school where every child is cool. It's A Cool School has rates starting as low as $180 a week.

PAlderson says "It's a cool school is awesome, my son loves the ladies here and it's clear that they love him. I have never seen a more caring group of ladies!"

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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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Trinity Montessori School

1293 Orange Grove Rd Charleston, SC

5.0(1)
Child care
Preschool
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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Smart Cookies 1643 - DUP

1717 Savannah Hwy CHARLESTON, SC

5.0(3)

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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Care Academy

2507 Ashley River Rd. Charleston, SC

3.0(4)

State license verified

Developmental (play-based)
Academic
Child care
Preschool
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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Tots By The Tides

768 Bunkhouse Dr Charleston, SC

Tots by the Tides has a opening? We provide small and fun home based learning environment, that's a loving where your toddler will grow and make friends! Meals included in tuition for your little one each day! We are licensed and regulated accept children ages 3 month to age 3 years! Located in West Ashley convent off 17 about...
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Sunshine House of Charleston

8180 DORCHESTER RD CHARLESTON, SC

State license verified

Academic
Child care
Day Care
Preschool
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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La Petite Academy of Charleston, SC

902 Nabors Dr Charleston, SC

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...
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La Petite Academy of Charleston, SC

2523 Ashley River Rd Charleston, SC

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...
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Developmental (play-based)
Outdoor/nature
Child care
Preschool
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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FAQs for finding daycares near you in Charleston, SC

Daycare centers near you in Charleston, SC offer a number of benefits to both children and their parents or guardians. For the kids, daycare is an opportunity to learn coping and social skills, explore the world, and form relationships with other children - all while staying active and stimulating their minds with educational activities. For parents and guardians, daycare often provides peace of mind that their children are supervised in a safe and nurturing environment with skilled professionals on board to tackle responsibilities such as discipline, problem solving strategies, and nutrition. All in all, daycare is a valuable resource for families by providing quality childcare and early childhood education services.

Daycares near you in Charleston, SC provide a range of services that allow children to grow and develop in safe, secure environments. Daycare centers are staffed by qualified professionals who create a caring atmosphere that teach kids lessons fundamental to their well-being, and typically include activities such as playtime, meals, and learning opportunities designed to prepare young minds for the world ahead.

Finding the right daycare center near you in Charleston, SC for your child can be an overwhelming experience, but the process can be streamlined with a clear understanding of what to look for. It's important to consider factors such as certification and accreditation, as well as any health and safety protocols that are in place. Factors such as cost, accessibility, and the quality of care provided are sure to be top of mind as well, and ultimately, selecting the best daycare center will depend on finding one that meets your expectations and your child’s specific needs.

Some questions you might consider asking daycare centers near you in Charleston, SC include: What are the teacher-to-child ratios? What types of activities do you plan as part of the daily program? Is there an outdoor play area and what safety regulations are in place regarding that space? How often is communication provided to parents regarding their child's progress or issues that arise? Be sure to ask specifics about any policies related to enrollment fees, tuition payments, health and vaccination requirements and anything else that is important to you and your family as well.

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