Best Daycares in Charleston, SC — 2026 Rankings

We ranked 24 daycares and childcare centers in Charleston based on licensing, accreditation, parent reviews, and childcare quality.

Top Daycares in Charleston

  1. #1 — Green World School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, School, Home service. View full profile →

  2. #2 — Little Learner play schools Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  3. #3 — Big Blue Marble Academy Folly Road Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  4. #4 — The O'Quinn Schools Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  5. #5 — The Little Sage School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  6. #6 — Preschool Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  7. #7 — Audacy Creative Arts Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Art school, Private school. View full profile →

  8. #8 — Academy of Knowledge Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  9. #9 — St. Andrew's Presbyterian Weekday School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Religious school. View full profile →

  10. #10 — The Reading Rainbow Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  11. #11 — JWUMC Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Religious organization, Church cathedral. View full profile →

  12. #12 — Redeemer Children's Center Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  13. #13 — Oak Grove Montessori School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool. View full profile →

  14. #14 — Riverland Terrace Day School Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  15. #15 — Second Presbyterian Preschool and Kindergarten Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Elementary school, School. View full profile →

  16. #16 — Cadence Academy Preschool Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  17. #17 — Daniel Island Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Private school. View full profile →

  18. #18 — C.A.R.E. Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  19. #19 — The Oaks Children's Academy Score: 15/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  20. #20 — Live Oak Little School Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Private school, Elementary school. View full profile →

  21. #21 — Sea Island Preschool Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Day care preschool, Home service. View full profile →

  22. #22 — West Ashley Head Start Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  23. #23 — Lowcountry Children's Co-op Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Home service, Day care preschool. View full profile →

  24. #24 — Sunshine House of Charleston Score: 11/100

    Programs: Preschool, Child care and day care, School, Education. View full profile →

How We Rank Daycares & Childcare Centers

Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation such as NAEYC (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). Read our full methodology →

Frequently asked questions

Who is the #1 daycare in Charleston?
Green World School is currently the #1 ranked daycare in Charleston based on our Guide Score, which evaluates parent reviews, licensing status, accreditation, and quality signals. See the full ranked list above.
How are daycares ranked in Charleston?
Our Guide Score (0–100) combines Google rating (35%), review volume (20%), web and contact presence (20%), profile completeness (15%), accreditation (5%), press recognition (3%), and years of operation (2%). There is no paid placement.
How much does daycare cost in Charleston?
Childcare costs in Charleston vary by program type and age group. Full-time infant care commonly ranges from $800–$2,500/month; preschool programs run $600–$1,800/month. Each center's profile page lists contact information for current rates.