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Victory Learning Academy

Victory Learning Academy

801 Pepper St, COLUMBIA, SC

Starting at $800/mo

5.0

(1)

Victory Learning Academy's mission is to hold a team that demonstrates professionalism and nurtures children from ages six weeks to 12 years, educating infants, preschool, school-age children, and children with special abilities in a wide range of childcare programs. VLA partners with local...
5.0
"My baby love going to daycare. The staff is great and they are very good with the children. My daughter been with them since she was 2 months and now she’s 2 years old."

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Beautiful Beginnings

Beautiful Beginnings

514 Dove Park Rd., Columbia, SC

I am currently enrolling for my home daycare starting this Summer. I have over 20 years of experience with children of various ages along with my Bachelor's in Early Childhood. I will be opened from 730 until 530 pm. Children will be loved as well as engaging in lots of age appropriate activities....

Forever Learning

Forever Learning

167 Stoneridge Dr, Columbia, SC

Early morning drop-off and late pickups. Leave your children in a trustworthy and loving environment. Affordable prices that include 1 meal per day and snacks. Outside exploration and educational fun packed days. Come Learn with us! Text or call today.

All About Faith Learning Center

All About Faith Learning Center

805 William Hardin Road, COLUMBIA, SC

Starting at $1250/mo

4.0

(1)

No drop in care, not accepting scholarships ABC at this time
4.0
"My son attended Faith Early Learning Center for about 2 years and returned for summer care after his kindergarten year of school. His reading and math skills greatly improved while at FELC due largely to the small class size and individual attention Ms. Millis was...

Stephanie F.


The Fun House

The Fun House

2144 Lake Carolina Drive, Columbia, SC

Hi there, My name is Cheri, I am 29 years old and a mother of two girls 4 and 7 years old. I have worked with children in a German Kindergarten and also babysat on weekends. I love working with children and would love to do so again. I offer full-time care at any age. I can pick up or drop off your...

Lot's O Love Adult and Child Care Services

Lot's O Love Adult and Child Care Services

P.O. Box 211967, Columbia, SC

We offer a unique in-home service that cares for children, the elderly, and pets 24 hours 7 days a week in the comfort of YOUR HOME or LOCATION OF CHOICE. If your in a jam or just need a Nanny or sitter for that evening you can just call us up to have a CPR/certified, experienced and professional...

Roses are Red Violets are Blue there's nothing Greater then sharing our Grannies with you!! Drop me off at Grannies!! has made its way to homes nearest you. We offer personal, private, safe, and convenient 24hr child care either in your homes or ours. Each Grannie provides individual attention...

Grace Home Childcare

325 Montclaire Lane, West Columbia, SC

GRACE HOME CHILDCARE NOW HAS OPEN ENROLLMENT AGES ARE CHILDREN 1-4, WALKING AFFORDABLE RATES DSS REGISTERED CPR & FIRST AID CERTIFIED HOME COOKED NUTRITIOUS MEALS

Who's Watching the Kids?

2155 Fish Hatchery Lane, West Columbia, SC

6-weeks to 2: we offer comprehensive loving child care with age-appropriate activities. 3 years thru 12th grade: using the A Beka Book curriculum, we offer a full God-inclusive education, based on Christian principles and values. This also includes a Music Program teaching new songs as well as...

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