Best Daycares in Charleston, SC - Updated October 2026

Infant Care

Our Infant Care Program is committed to making the first transition away from home natural and easy for both you and your child.

Toddler Program

Our Toddler Program is specifically tailored to the needs of your busy toddler. We lovingly nurture your child through important early milestones, from “self-help” learning skills such as hand washing and putting away their toys, to socializing and forming first friendships.

Infants

Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

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This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Infants

Families love the balance of nurturing care and milestone development in this program. In a warm, safe, stimulating classroom, children have a primary caregiver to attend to their needs. Plus, our exclusive, milestone-focused curriculum, Learn from the Start™, was developed by our educational experts to focus on key developmental milestones specific to infants. We emphasize each child’s development, rather than specific age, because all children grow and learn at their own pace, and in their own unique way. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

Twos

This classroom is the perfect environment for terrific 2-year-olds. As your child grows more active, becoming an explorer, we provide a safe, engaging environment for them to develop. Learning experiences for 2-year-olds are based around key developmental milestones for this age group, as defined by our exclusive Learn from the Start™curriculum. We’re also here when you need us. Ask your school about flexible enrollment options to fit your family’s schedule.

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As an infant, your baby is learning and growing every day. Our nurturing infant classroom supports safe sleeping habits, personalized feeding schedules, and active tummy time, while fostering gross and fine motor skills, sensory exploration, and trust-building with caring adults. Babies enjoy daily songs, stories, and hugs alongside age-appropriate spiritual teaching. Developmental focus areas include language, physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth, supporting milestones like babbling, grasping, and crawling in a safe, loving environment.

Young Toddlers

Our toddler program helps students hone fine and gross motor skills, along with language and social abilities, through playtime and practice. Toddlers engage in music and movement, outdoor exploration, learning stations, Chapel, circle time, and small groups. Focus areas include language development, moving from bottles to utensils, expanded physical play, and exploring creativity—plus daily songs, stories, and hugs. Developmental benchmarks span language, physical, cognitive, and social-emotional growth, supporting milestones like walking, problem-solving, and sharing, alongside age-appropriate spiritual teaching.

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We’ve created a warm, secure, and stimulating environment where your baby can grow, explore, and thrive! Our infant nursery is thoughtfully designed to provide comfort while encouraging curiosity and early learning. Your baby’s primary caregiver focuses on their individual needs, working with you to maintain a consistent routine that mirrors your home schedule—including bottle times, naps, and playtime. But here’s the best part—while your little one plays, they’re also learning! Our exclusive Brain Connect Infant Curriculum helps your baby reach key developmental milestones, from motor skills to language, cognitive growth, and emotional development.

Toddlers

From first steps to first friendships, our toddler childcare program nurtures your whole child—body, mind, and spirit—creating a joyful learning experience filled with exploration, play, and new discoveries. At this exciting stage, toddlers are full of curiosity, energy, and enthusiasm. Our program is designed to embrace this natural love of learning through fun, hands-on activities that introduce structure and routine while keeping the day engaging and playful!

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For babies aged 6 weeks to 10-12 months, our Infant Room provides a nurturing environment where caregivers build strong bonds with each child. We focus on creating a sense of security while laying the foundation for confidence and trust. Daily routines are customized in partnership with parents to meet each family’s needs. Our staff is trained in infant development and committed to providing a safe, stimulating space where babies can explore. Through consistent care and gentle encouragement, infants learn to feel secure and connected to their caregivers.

Woddlers

For babies approximately 10-12 months - 18 months, in our Woddler Room, children are encouraged to explore and discover the world around them. Activities are child-initiated, with teachers acting as facilitators who provide guidance and support. Classrooms are designed for hands-on play, and materials are rotated regularly to match children’s changing interests. Weekly lesson plans are shared with parents to provide insight into the skills being introduced. This stimulating environment nurtures curiosity and lays the groundwork for future learning.

Infant

For babies aged 6 weeks to 10-12 months, our Infant Room provides a nurturing environment where caregivers build strong bonds with each child. We focus on creating a sense of security while laying the foundation for confidence and trust. Daily routines are customized in partnership with parents to meet each family’s needs. Our staff is trained in infant development and committed to providing a safe, stimulating space where babies can explore. Through consistent care and gentle encouragement, infants learn to feel secure and connected to their caregivers.

Toddler 2

For toddlers approximately 2.5 to 3 years. As children grow into our Toddler 2 program, friendships and peer interaction become central to the learning experience. Group activities are expanded, and early academic concepts are gently introduced. Classrooms are filled with opportunities for creative expression, dramatic play, and hands-on exploration. Potty training is an important milestone at this stage, and our teachers partner closely with families to provide consistency and encouragement. With nurturing support, children gain independence while continuing to build social and academic readiness.

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Infants

We know how hard it can be to leave your baby in someone else’s care. And while you’re away, you can rest assured that you are leaving your child in caring and capable hands. Through our commitment to providing a safe and nurturing environment, our caregivers ensure that each child feels secure and comforted. In addition to personal care, our infant teachers focus on approaches to play and learning, cognitive development, communication and language, physical development & social and emotional development.

Toddlers

This is an age of discovery and wonder. Toddlers are becoming more aware of what is happening around them, often imitating others and learning what interests them. What’s more, as they begin to develop new skills, they begin to build greater confidence in their abilities. In addition to personal care, our toddler teachers focus on approaches to play and learning, cognitive development, communication and language development, physical development, and social & emotional development.

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Playful Milestones in Loving Arms: Watch your infant blossom physically, socially, and emotionally in our nurturing, stimulating environment. Milestone tracking and an early years curriculum ensure happy exploration and confident first steps.

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Big Adventures, Big Hugs: Your toddler's world bursts with playful learning, social discovery, and creative exploration in our safe, nurturing environment. Balanced curriculum and personalized support provide structure for growth along with endless cuddles and giggles.

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Montessori Toddler

We off an authentic Montessori toddler envrionment for children ages 18 months to 3 years.

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