Best School-Age Childcare in Columbia, SC
Welcome to Sylvan, where confidence in learning begins. At our locally owned Sylvan center, we help young students build strong foundations in math and reading with personalized instruction from...
Tutoring in Math
At Sylvan Learning, your child will build strong math foundations through personalized instruction that strengthens core skills, boosts confidence, and supports lasting success. We’ve perfected a highly-personal approach, tailoring lessons to your child’s specific needs, from addition and subtraction to fractions and decimals.
Tutoring in Writing
At Sylvan Learning, your child will experience significant growth in writing. We’ve perfected a highly personal approach, tailoring lessons to your child’s specific needs, from strengthening writing mechanics and mastering proper sentence structures to encouraging creative expression.
Also offers: SAT Prep & College Readiness, Homework Help, Tutoring in Reading
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For 40 years, Chesterbrook Academy preschools have provided exceptional early childhood education for children ages 6 weeks to Pre-K. We combine learning experiences and structured play in a fun,...
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Private preschool following skill-based Ascend Curriculum, with a focus on developing cognitive, physical, social-emotional, and creative skills. Preschool program focuses on developing math, science,...
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Private education program offering preschool in a nurturing, home-like environment with an open layout and three outdoor playgrounds. Program follows skill-based Ascend Curriculum and focuses on...
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Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures...
Before & After School Care
You need a safe, supervised and fun environment for your child to start and end the school day. We can help! Your child will join in arts, academic, technology and fitness experiences, with daily homework support, in our popular after school program. So while you’re at work, you can rest assured your child is safe, productive and having fun! During spring and winter breaks, teacher workdays and summer months, we offer full-day school-age programs with exciting field trips, special guests and hands-on activities.
Spring Break Camp
Looking for a fun and educational spring break experience? Legendary Spring Break Camp offers a sneak peek into our Legendary Summer Camp—with thrilling field trips, STEM activities, and creative projects! Unforgettable field trips, creative hands-on activities, affordable rates include meals, snacks, and activities. Spaces fill up fast— register early!
Also offers: Winter Break Camp, Summer Camp
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Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures...
Before & After School Care
You need a safe, supervised and fun environment for your child to start and end the school day. We can help! Your child will join in arts, academic, technology and fitness experiences, with daily homework support, in our popular after school program. So while you’re at work, you can rest assured your child is safe, productive and having fun! During spring and winter breaks, teacher workdays and summer months, we offer full-day school-age programs with exciting field trips, special guests and hands-on activities.
Winter Break Camp
Winter Break Camp: Festive Fun All Break Long! A break from school shouldn’t mean a break from fun! Keep your child engaged with festive winter fun, seasonal STEM activities, and hands-on projects! Themed activities include snowman building, marshmallow catapult challenge, winter-themed STEM activities, and more!
Also offers: Summer Camp, Spring Break Camp
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Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures...
Before & After School Care
You need a safe, supervised and fun environment for your child to start and end the school day. We can help! Your child will join in arts, academic, technology and fitness experiences, with daily homework support, in our popular after school program. So while you’re at work, you can rest assured your child is safe, productive and having fun! During spring and winter breaks, teacher workdays and summer months, we offer full-day school-age programs with exciting field trips, special guests and hands-on activities.
Summer Camp
Our Legendary Summer Camp is packed with fun, exploration, and adventure—just as summer should be! Every week brings a new theme, exciting field trips, hands-on STEM activities, creative art projects, and special guest experiences. Where else can your child cool off at a water park, observe a giraffe up close, build and fly their own kite, tour a professional football stadium? Only at Legendary Summer Camp at The Sunshine House!
Also offers: Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp
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Private preschool program providing early education lessons and activities for preschool students. Lessons include pre-reading, writing, and math, science, geography, language, music, and social...
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Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures...
Before & After School Care
You need a safe, supervised and fun environment for your child to start and end the school day. We can help! Your child will join in arts, academic, technology and fitness experiences, with daily homework support, in our popular after school program. So while you’re at work, you can rest assured your child is safe, productive and having fun! During spring and winter breaks, teacher workdays and summer months, we offer full-day school-age programs with exciting field trips, special guests and hands-on activities.
Summer Camp
Our Legendary Summer Camp is packed with fun, exploration, and adventure—just as summer should be! Every week brings a new theme, exciting field trips, hands-on STEM activities, creative art projects, and special guest experiences. Where else can your child cool off at a water park, observe a giraffe up close, build and fly their own kite, tour a professional football stadium? Only at Legendary Summer Camp at The Sunshine House!
Also offers: Winter Break Camp, Spring Break Camp
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Wondercamp
An action-packed summer for children (ages 2 to 12). Our exciting Wonder Weeks include topics and activities designed to spark curiosity and imagination. We serve healthy food, play outside daily, and take field trips too! Parents will love our app with live streaming video and photo highlights.
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Discover the joy of early learning at La Petite Academy. Whether caring for your baby, preparing your preschooler for kindergarten, or supporting your elementary student (up to age 12) in the morning...
Before & After School
Get ready for a great start and finish to every school day. In our Before- and After-School Clubhouse for school-age students, we provide a mix of independent and organized activities, education and recreation, plus order and routine for their mornings and afternoons. This program focuses on: daily goal-setting, team-building exercises, healthy physical challenges, homework help, and community projects. We also offer flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule and additional opportunities during school breaks, holidays, and summer vacation. And there may be transportation to and from your elementary school. Ask the director for details.
Drop-In Care
With our Flex Care program, you can purchase child care days in advance to use, as you need them—all year long. You get reliability and flexibility, and your child gets to experience our proven curriculum in a fun, safe, and secure environment. You can purchase prepaid cards in five-day increments through your school, and each is good for one full year. After completing the enrollment paperwork, just call 48 hours in advance to reserve your spot.
Also offers: Wondercamp
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At Big Blue Marble Academy, we nurture little minds through a robust curriculum that ensures children are cognitively, socially, and emotionally prepared for kindergarten and beyond. Our programs are...
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Ben Lippen School's Lower School program serves students from K3 through 5th grade in a Christ-centered environment. The school emphasizes academic excellence while integrating Biblical principles...
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Bright Futures Start Here! For 50 years, The Sunshine House has been helping children build a solid educational and social foundation -- with all the fun of childhood mixed in. Our curriculum nurtures...
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Mathnasium is North America’s leading math-only learning center that gives students the personalized instruction they need to address any learning gaps, accelerate their math skills, and achieve their...
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At The Leaders of Tomorrow Child Development Center, we believe in providing children with a nurturing and stimulating environment that fosters their natural curiosity and love of learning. Our...
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
School Age Programs
Bright Horizons® recognizes the growing physical, intellectual, and social skills of the increasingly independent school-age child. Eager to achieve socially and academically while expanding their knowledge of the world, 6-12-year olds seek new challenges, close friendships, and increasing responsibilities. Our school break and summer school-age programs have been designed just for them.
Summer Explorations
Summer Explorations at Bright Horizons® has everything under the sun: action-packed days, engaging projects, fun and educational activities, and more. Here, preschoolers (ages 3-5) and school-age children (ages 6-12) will have the opportunity to enjoy what summer has to offer, and our safe environment will give you the peace of mind you need.
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At Bright Horizons®, we make sure the early years are full of learning and fun. Our early education and preschool program paves the way for school success, with support for each child’s individual...
School Age Programs
Bright Horizons® recognizes the growing physical, intellectual, and social skills of the increasingly independent school-age child. Eager to achieve socially and academically while expanding their knowledge of the world, 6-12-year olds seek new challenges, close friendships, and increasing responsibilities. Our school break and summer school-age programs have been designed just for them.
Summer Explorations
Summer Explorations at Bright Horizons® has everything under the sun: action-packed days, engaging projects, fun and educational activities, and more. Here, preschoolers (ages 3-5) and school-age children (ages 6-12) will have the opportunity to enjoy what summer has to offer, and our safe environment will give you the peace of mind you need.
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Home-based childcare offering learning curriculum, outdoor play, and circle time. Curriculum includes art, story time, and projects along with letter, number, and shape recognition.
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Early education program offering learning opportunities for preschool and school-age children. Program is driven by the Montessori philosophy and specializes in teaching English as a foreign language....
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Success by Steps Early Learning Academy provides a nurturing environment for children to learn and grow. The center focuses on developmental milestones and early education fundamentals through...
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Our motto at Learn 2 Lead Academy is “your children are our family.” We are here to ensure that each child is safe, loved and able to learn and grow.
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Provider offering childcare and early learning services for young children. Creative Curriculum is used to support growth and development. Learning through play is encouraged and supported.
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We are offering two shifts, 7:00am to 5:30pm and 10:00pm to 7:00am.
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Facility offers daycare, preschool, and afterschool programming for infants through school-age students. Children engage in creative activities, peer interaction, outdoor play, social studies,...
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Flutter Kicks Swim Lessons is a swim instruction company founded by Janie Metts, offering personalized swim lessons and camps in Columbia, South Carolina, and Nashville, Tennessee. The company focuses...
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Kumon offers after-school math and reading enrichment program for preschool through high school students, focusing on individualized learning and self-study.
Math Program (13+)
Kumon's no-cost assessment will determine the right starting point for your child's Kumon Math Program. Progress continues, step by logical step, building skills needed for high school-level advanced math and calculus. Practicing higher-level math with Kumon worksheets is an excellent way to prepare your child for college-level math courses.
Reading Program (6-12)
A love of reading begins begins with a strong foundation developed at Kumon. The worksheets can propel your child on a lifelong reading journey, where improved vocabulary, grammar, comprehension and interpretation become an asset throughout school, and beyond.
Also offers: Reading Program (13+), Math Program (3-5), Math Program (6-12), and more
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Mommy's Time Out (Columbia) is a licensed child care center offering camp programs located at 104 Hillpine Road in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Kinder Academy is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 302 S Beltline Blvd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Lucinda Brown-Godbolt is a licensed child care home offering daycare programs located in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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All About Faith Learning Center LLC is a child care home offering daycare programs located in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Infinity Learning Academy is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 919 True St in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Little Peoples Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 4444 Bethel Church Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Woodfield Enrichment Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 2540 Kneece Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Southeast Child Development Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1540 Elmtree Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Kinder Academy Too is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 1603 Leesburg Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Cutler Jewish Day School is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 5827 N Trenholm Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Kingdom Kids Child Development Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 7004 Brookfield Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Sade Hollis is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 25 Windsor Cove in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Center for Learning is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 2729 Covenant Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Breath of Life Academy for Tots is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 825 Duke Ave in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Trenholm Road United Methodist Preschool After-School Care is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3401 Trenholm Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Montessori Early Learning Center is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1101 Balsam Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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St. Peters Catholic School is a licensed child care center offering preschool programs located at 1035 Hampton St in Midtown - Downtown in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices...
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Lavernetta Gregg is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 257 Piney Grove Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Nanas Little Elephant CDC Phase II is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 2601 River Dr in Elmwood Park in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and...
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Victory Learning Academy is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 801 Pepper St in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Lollipop Lane Day Care Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 4536 Trenholm Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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Incarnation Lutheran Child Development Center is a licensed child care center offering daycare programs located at 3005 Devine St in Shandon in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about...
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Betty Ann Garner is a licensed child care center offering school age care programs located at 3641 Falling Springs Rd in Columbia, SC. Contact this provider to inquire about prices and availability.
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