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Recent daycare reviews in Columbia, SC

Mary's Daycare

5.0

I love the loving care and organization that the staff provide for my child and others that are in care at Mary’s Day Care!

- Care member

Upward Learning Center

5.0

Bridget and her team were great and our child loved being there. Unfortunately we had to leave due to my duty station change, but I always felt safe leaving my child in their care.

- Craig J.

Little Harvard Academy, LLC

4.0

They are friendly very friendly and the cleanliness is great!

- Caleb N.

God Little Angels Daycare

5.0

Excellent family-oriented daycare! They not only teaching your child but love them like their own!

- Teresa G.

Goals Academy Kids

5.0

I loved everything about Margaret. I knew my child was in great hands and cared for as if he was her very own.

- Kentresea B.

Daycares in Columbia, SC

Mary's Daycare

Mary's Daycare

1744 Decker Boulevard, COLUMBIA, SC

5.0

(2)

Mary's Daycare is a small, family owned daycare in Columbia, SC. We offer both full-time and part-time care with affordable weekly rates. Our facility offers smaller classroom sizes so your child can get plenty of one-on -one care. We ensure that each child feels safe and develops a love for...
5.0
"Mary’s Daycare is very wonderful and good environment for toddlers. My daughter has learned so much and loves going to daycare. They way she makes sure the kids are well taken care of. It’s not only a daycare she makes you feel like family when you’re around. Very...

Care member


Upward Learning Center

Upward Learning Center

302 Berkshire Drive, COLUMBIA, SC

5.0

(2)

Childhood Center...For The Best Future Generation Upward Learning Center, a Montessori and STEAM based preschool, give students the roots of responsibility and the wings of independence so they can explore and open the way to knowledge! Children engage in lessons and activities including all core...
5.0
"Bridget and her team were great and our child loved being there. Unfortunately we had to leave due to my duty station change, but I always felt safe leaving my child in their care."

Craig J.


Little Harvard Academy, LLC

Little Harvard Academy, LLC

120 Commercial Drive, COLUMBIA, SC

Starting at $900/mo

4.5

(2)

Private Pay Only- Not Accepting Vouchers!!! Here at Little Harvard Academy, our mission is to provide highest quality, developmentally appropriate care and education for children and their families in a loving and caring environment. Little Harvard Academy- offers age-appropriate activities that...
4.0
"They are friendly very friendly and the cleanliness is great! "

Caleb N.


God Little Angels Daycare

God Little Angels Daycare

810 Ambergate Lane, Columbia, SC

5.0

(1)

NAEYC accredited/DSS registered child care home. Over 15 yrs experience teaching children ages infant - 12 yrs old. Creative curriculum implemented into a multi-age, developmentally appropriate environment; 3 USDA approved meals provided. CPR/First aid certified; full background clearance;...
5.0
"Excellent family-oriented daycare! They not only teaching your child but love them like their own!"

Teresa G.


Goals Academy Kids

Goals Academy Kids

1114 Green Lawn Dr, Columbia, SC

5.0

(1)

We are currently accepting children for weekly care! I have a previous background of over 6 yrs working at Palmetto Health Richland in postpartum Labor & Delivery and the NICU. Our staff is very knowledgeable and passionate about caring for children.We run a STEAM based curriculum and provide...
5.0
"I loved everything about Margaret. I knew my child was in great hands and cared for as if he was her very own."

Kentresea B.


Little One's Childcare Solution

Little One's Childcare Solution

532 Koon Store Road, COLUMBIA, SC

5.0

(1)

5.0
"My grandson started he a couple months ago and loves it here. He loves his teacher and all the kids. "

Care member


St. Michael and All Angels Early Learning Center

St. Michael and All Angels Early Learning Center

6408 BRIDGEWOOD RD, COLUMBIA, SC

Starting at $183/mo

5.0

(3)

We are an ABC Enhanced Quality Center with an A rating. This enhanced license provides families with lower teacher to child ratios, teachers who are all CPR/FA certified and all have Early Learning Credentials from approved colleges as well as have additional quality training in addition to the...
5.0
"My son was a student at St Michaels for four years. He thrived in their loving environment with teachers that cared deeply for him. The school focused on all aspects of his development in a loving, Christian manner. Our family enjoyed the sense of community that we...

Therese E.


Village Inn Playground/vipchildcare

Village Inn Playground/vipchildcare

2729 Diane Drive, Columbia, SC

5.0

(1)

Private safe peaceful home daycare services. Hi Parents of beautiful children. I am interested in talking to you about caring for your little ones I am a professional registered daycare owner looking for clients and children to care for in my serene home. My name is Karen. I am a Mom of...
5.0
"Peaceful and safe environment for children. Polite and professional staff."

Karen W.


Love Doves & Ladybugs Daycare

Love Doves & Ladybugs Daycare

7425 Patricia Drive, Columbia, SC

5.0

(1)

I am a DSS registered family childcare provider, CPR & First Aid trained. I have over 30 years experience. I will provide care for no more than five children between the ages of 6 weeks and 5 years. I work with each child at his/her level of learning development with activities, outside play, and...
5.0
"My daughter attended this center for 3 years and was denied pre-k because she was too smart. By the time she was four she was reading at a first grade level. Tami"

Pamala W.


New Horizons Childcare

New Horizons Childcare

3217 Decker Blvd, Columbia, SC

3.0

(1)

At New Horizon childcare center we are a Christian faith based business. We provide our children with the tools and understanding needed to be successful. Our company is located near Fort Jackson army base, I 77, I 20. We offer a competitive curriculum, with state certified instructors. Please feel...
3.0
"This child care has some pros and cons. Pros, the cost and it's not too far from my home, they did stress the learning of numbers, colors, shapes, and alphabets. Cons, there are no daily reports due to them not having ink, no outside food is allowed unless eaten...

Subrie K.


Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

Chesterbrook Academy Columbia

1050 Wildwood Centre Dr, COLUMBIA, SC

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers...

Sunshine House of Columbia at Decker Boulevard

Sunshine House of Columbia at Decker Boulevard

2225 Decker Boulevard, COLUMBIA, SC

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...

Cadence Academy Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool

450 Columbiana Drive, COLUMBIA, SC

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...

HEYWARD ST. PRESCHOOL (8:30 am to 4:30 pm M-F)

HEYWARD ST. PRESCHOOL (8:30 am to 4:30 pm M-F)

2501 HEYWARD ST, COLUMBIA, SC

Starting at $356/mo

Heyward Street Preschool is a place where creativity, imagination, and creativity thrive. The program is SCDSS licensed and ABC Quality. Our hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 2:30 pm OR 4:30 pm. Students may attend all five days or a few days per week. In addition to our nurturing...

Cadence Academy Preschool

Cadence Academy Preschool

1130 Sparkleberry Lane, COLUMBIA, SC

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...

Sunshine House of Columbia at Clemson Road

Sunshine House of Columbia at Clemson Road

1801 Clemson Road, COLUMBIA, SC

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...

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Columbia)

Chesterbrook Academy Preschool (Columbia)

1050 Wildwood Centre Dr, COLUMBIA, SC

Our preschool combines learning experiences and structured play to help children grow academically, socially, and emotionally – all while having fun. Our safe, nurturing school community offers far more than just child care. Links to Learning, our proprietary preschool curriculum for Toddlers...

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....

Truluv Home Daycare

Truluv Home Daycare

7443 Mountainbrook Dr, Columbia, SC

A DSS Home Daycare That promotes children growth and development skills.

New Ebenezer Baptist Church CDC

New Ebenezer Baptist Church CDC

Columbia, Columbia, SC

We offer a loving and caring environment for young children offering care for ages 6 weeks to 4 years old. Our center is a Christian based facility that offers high quality care. All our teacher is fully trained, educated and loving teachers. We offer 3 meals per day: hot breakfast, hot lunch and...

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Ratings for Columbia, SC daycares listed on Care.com

Average Rating4.3 / 5

Daycares in Columbia, SC are rated 4.3 out of 5 stars based on 44 reviews of the 130 listed daycares.