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Top Preschools: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Where can you find a top-notch preschool in Greenville, SC? Parents want childcare they feel is educational and safe, and Kidding Around readers voted for their favorite facilities.

Our KABOOM Awards Family Favorite winners are some of the best preschools near Greenville, SC.

Top Preschools in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best Preschool in Greenville, SC

1st Place: First Presbyterian Academy

Finalists: 

  • Little Me Academy
  • Giggles Drop-in Childcare
  • Ivybrook Academy Five Forks Campus

First Presbyterian Academy

1ST PLACE SPONSOR 864.678.5107 | Two Campuses, Greenville , SC

Best Private School: First Place

Best Preschool: First Place

First Presbyterian Academy is a private Christian school in Greenville, South Carolina. Voted Best Private School for three consecutive years and awarded Best Preschool for two years in a row, FPA is dedicated to excellence in education.

We are known as a Small School doing BIG things. FPA  is small by design, offering class sizes to accommodate a curated learning experience while allowing our students to feel fully supported by their teachers. Our small size does not impact the BIG opportunities that our students have both within the school and in the broader community.

Our related arts offerings for Preschool & Lower School include STEM, PE, Art, Music, and Spanish. Our After School Enrichment opportunities include athletic, academic, and artistic pursuits. Our Upper School offers a range of AP courses, diverse clubs, competitive athletics, and enriching fine arts opportunities, providing students with a well-rounded and engaging high school experience.

Our goal is to offer many avenues to allow the students to nurture each student’s God-Given talents, all while learning and having fun! We have two campuses – Downtown Campus and Shannon Forest Campus – with grades K3-12th .

We would love to show you the BIG THINGS happening at FPA. Call us at 864.678.5107 to schedule a tour!

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1st Place: First Presbyterian Academy

Finalists: 

  • Giggles Drop-in Childcare
  • St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Preschool
  • Primrose School of Simpsonville at Five Forks
  • Little Me Academy

Top After School Programs: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Where should you send your child to receive highly-rated after-school care in Greenville, SC? Working families typically require after-school care for their kids, and Kidding Around readers voted for their favorite.

Our KABOOM Awards Family Favorite winners were voted as some of the best after-school care programs near Greenville, SC.

Top After-School Programs in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best After School Care in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Giggles Drop-In Childcare

Finalists:

  • Yellowbobbypins Art Camp
  • YMCA of Greenville

Best After School Program – First Place
Best Birthday Party -Finalist
Best Childcare- First Place
Best Indoor Fun – First Place
Best Preschool – Finalist
Best Summer Camp- First Place

After your kids are done with their school day, we pick them up and bring them to our 4600 square foot facility at 3620 Pelham rd. They will have a snack and get help with homework in our dedicated after school classroom. After that we will have a fun group activity and then time for free play until its time to go home.

We pick up from Pelham Rd Elementary, Brushy Creek Elementary, Buena Vista Elementary, Mitchell Rd. Elementary and Green Charter School.

We are proud to say that we have been voted best after school program in both 2024 and 2025. Give us a call to sign up today! 864-252-4252.

After School Care in Greenville, SC

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2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Giggles Drop-In Childcare

Finalists:

  • YMCA of Greenville
  • Girls on the Run
  • Primrose Schol of Simpsonville at Five Forks
  • Sonshine Learning Center

Top Newborn Photographers: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Are you looking for the best newborn photographers in Greenville, SC? We have a whole photography guide, but if you’re looking for a quick list of the best newborn photographers in Greenville, SC, you’ve found it. Our readers voted as part of our KABOOM Awards contest. These are the top newborn photographers in Greenville, SC

Top Newborn Photographers in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winner

Best newborn photographers in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: Parkkonen Photography

Best Family Photographer: First Place
Best Newborn Photographer: First Place

Abbey Vitou Photography has won First Place in the Kaboom awards for Family Photographer three years running, won First Place for Newborn Photographer 2025, won Best of the Upstate for 2024, has been publish in online magazines, and has art displayed in two medical offices.

Abbey is an upstate photographer that strives to capture the beauty of life no matter what stage you’re in! From maternity and newborn to cake smashes and updated family pictures, she does it all. Photography is her passion so give her a call and make some memories together!

Find the best photographers in Greenville, SC

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2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: 

  • Megan White Photography
  • Angela Maria Photography
  • Chelsea Ashford Photography
  • Anna Bargeron
  • Hold Onto a Moment Photography

Top Family Photographers: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Who should you go to for exceptional family photography in Greenville, SC? We have a huge photography guide, but finding a photographer who fits your vision while providing artistic talent is easier thanks to our Kidding Around readers who voted for their favorite.

Our annual  KABOOM Awards contest of family favorites winners are some of the best family photographers near Greenville, SC.

Top Family Photographers in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best family photographers in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: 

  • Parkkonen Photography
  • Branch and Butterfly Photography

Best Family Photographer: First Place
Best Newborn Photographer: First Place

Abbey Vitou Photography has won First Place in the Kaboom awards for Family Photographer three years running, won First Place for Newborn Photographer 2025, won Best of the Upstate for 2024, has been publish in online magazines, and has art displayed in two medical offices.

Abbey is an upstate photographer that strives to capture the beauty of life no matter what stage you’re in! From maternity and newborn to cake smashes and updated family pictures, she does it all. Photography is her passion so give her a call and make some memories together!

Find the best photographers in Greenville, SC

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2024 KABOOM Awards

1st Place: Abbey Vitou Photography

Finalists: 

  • Megan White Photography
  • Angela Maria Photography
  • Chelsea Ashford Photography
  • Anna Bargeron
  • Hold Onto a Moment Photography

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Top Family Medicine Offices: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Where can you find a great family doctor in Greenville, SC? When you want medical care for your whole family in one place, a family medicine practice is where you’ll find your doctor. So, we asked our readers for their favorite family medicine practices in Greenville, SC, and they voted.

Our annual KABOOM Awards winners offer some of the highest quality patient care at family medicine practices in Greenville, SC.

Top Family Medicine Offices in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best Family Medicine Practice in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Ember Modern Medicine

Finalists:

  • Holly Tree Family Practice
  • Children’s Medical Center

Best Family Medicine Practice: First Place

Ember Modern Medicine is a family medicine direct primary care practice in downtown Greenville. We offer unlimited office visits and same-day or next-day sick visits, as well as employee healthcare programs for business owners.

If you’re looking for healthcare options that empower you on your health journey, Ember Modern Medicine is a perfect fit. Our transparent, up-front monthly memberships create a simple and stress-free healthcare experience.

We’ve put the benefits of authentic patient/practitioner relationships at the center of our mission and invite you to join us in building a community committed to revolutionizing what it means to be at the heart of good health.

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Top Family Oral Surgery: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Where should you go to find the best oral surgeon for your family in Greenville, SC? Make your oral surgery experience a positive one. Our Kidding Around readers voted for their favorites.

Our annual KABOOM Awards Family Favorite winners are some of the most experienced and highest-rated family oral surgery offices near Greenville, SC.

Top Oral Surgery Offices in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

KABOOM Family Surgery

1st Place: Cherry Orchard Oral & Implant Surgery

Finalists: Greenville Oral Surgery Partners

Best Family Oral Surgery: First Place

Come experience the warm, welcoming environment and personalized care provided to patients at Cherry Orchard Oral & Implant Surgery! Dr. Brian R. Cherry and his team make patient comfort a top priority!

Private painting parties are available, where Daydream Art brings the studio to you. All materials are provided. Request to sign up for a party with Daydream Art.

Wine and Design • Art Buzz Kids

Two Locations, Greenville | Spartanburg , SC

Art Buzz Kids art classes spark your child’s creativity and imagination in a fun, interactive private party setting perfect for Birthday Parties. Children have fun, get creative, and take home masterpieces!

For Party Inquiries: greenvillesc@wineanddesign.com | spartanburgsc@wineanddesign.com

Make and Believe Artists

864.245.3977 | 110 Academy Street, Simpsonville , SC

We offer painting, ceramics, photography and drawing classes for kids of all ages, toddlers through teens (and even parents!).

Our Birthday parties can go beyond canvas painting for a truly creative and fun experience that can fit your child’s theme and create their dream party. Look also for our monthly Family Art Night and seasonal art workshops, all located in our downtown Simpsonville studio.

Vino & Van Gogh Art Studio

864.909.9130 | 1818 Augusta Street, Suite 112, Greenville , SC

Includes two hours of studio time and all art supplies needed. They offer party packages for both children and adults.

Children's Art Classes – Greenville

904.330.8720 | josmaryh@childrensartclasses.com | 1618 Woodruff Road, Suite F, Greenville , SC

Offers birthday parties for groups of 12 kids. Can accomodate up to 20 children. Includes 1.5 hours of guided art. Choose between canvas or clay.

TR Makers Co.

864.610.0996 | 3 South Main Street, Travelers Rest , SC

Art parties for ages 4 and up that include all art materials and an artist to help with the project. Also include a block printed tee

No food is included, but the studio does provide a table with table cloth for food.

Read our review of TR Makers Co. for more information!

Color Clay Cafe

864.244.3445 | 2518 East North Street, Greenville , SC

Parties include a private room and project for the children to paint. Minimum of 8 painters needed.
Parents can bring in refreshments.

World Upside Down Arts Studio

864.775.5514 | 1200 Woodruff Road, Building H7, Greenville , SC

Offers birthday party packages for all ages.
Packages start at $235 and parents can choose a theme to pair with an art, including music, visual arts, dance, or theater.

The Art Cart SC

Artcartsc@gmail.com | Mobile Services, Greenville | Greer , SC

The Art Cart is a mobile art studio for birthday parties, spirit rock painting, and window art!

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2024 KABOOM Awards Winners

1st Place: Cherry Orchard Oral & Implant Surgery

Finalists: 

  • Upstate Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery
  • Greenville Oral Surgery Partners

Top Pediatric Dentist Office: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Awards Winners)

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Where can you find a high-quality pediatric dentist in Greenville, SC? Readers of Kidding Around voted for their favorite in the area.

Our annual KABOOM Awards winners are some of the best dentists for kids near Greenville, SC.

Top Pediatric Dentists in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best pediatric dentists in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Cherry Orchard Pediatric Dentistry

Finalists:

  • Upstate Pediatric Dentistry
  • Apple Seeds Pediatric Dentistry
  • Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry
  • Smile Place Pediatric Dentistry

Best Pediatric Dentist Office: First Place

Cherry Orchard Pediatric Dentistry offers an inviting dental home with passionate and caring team members, who are dedicated to building an individual relationship with you and your child.

Color Clay Cafe

864.244.3445 | 2518 East North Street, Greenville , SC

Parties include a private room and project for the children to paint. Minimum of 8 painters needed.
Parents can bring in refreshments.

World Upside Down Arts Studio

864.775.5514 | 1200 Woodruff Road, Building H7, Greenville , SC

Offers birthday party packages for all ages.
Packages start at $235 and parents can choose a theme to pair with an art, including music, visual arts, dance, or theater.

Children's Art Classes – Greenville

904.330.8720 | josmaryh@childrensartclasses.com | 1618 Woodruff Road, Suite F, Greenville , SC

Offers birthday parties for groups of 12 kids. Can accomodate up to 20 children. Includes 1.5 hours of guided art. Choose between canvas or clay.

Private painting parties are available, where Daydream Art brings the studio to you. All materials are provided. Request to sign up for a party with Daydream Art.

The Art Cart SC

Artcartsc@gmail.com | Mobile Services, Greenville | Greer , SC

The Art Cart is a mobile art studio for birthday parties, spirit rock painting, and window art!

TR Makers Co.

864.610.0996 | 3 South Main Street, Travelers Rest , SC

Art parties for ages 4 and up that include all art materials and an artist to help with the project. Also include a block printed tee

No food is included, but the studio does provide a table with table cloth for food.

Read our review of TR Makers Co. for more information!

Vino & Van Gogh Art Studio

864.909.9130 | 1818 Augusta Street, Suite 112, Greenville , SC

Includes two hours of studio time and all art supplies needed. They offer party packages for both children and adults.

Wine and Design • Art Buzz Kids

Two Locations, Greenville | Spartanburg , SC

Art Buzz Kids art classes spark your child’s creativity and imagination in a fun, interactive private party setting perfect for Birthday Parties. Children have fun, get creative, and take home masterpieces!

For Party Inquiries: greenvillesc@wineanddesign.com | spartanburgsc@wineanddesign.com

Make and Believe Artists

864.245.3977 | 110 Academy Street, Simpsonville , SC

We offer painting, ceramics, photography and drawing classes for kids of all ages, toddlers through teens (and even parents!).

Our Birthday parties can go beyond canvas painting for a truly creative and fun experience that can fit your child’s theme and create their dream party. Look also for our monthly Family Art Night and seasonal art workshops, all located in our downtown Simpsonville studio.

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2024 KABOOM Awards Winners

1st Place: Cherry Orchard Pediatric Dentistry

Finalists:

  • Eastside Pediatric Dentistry
  • Greer Pediatric Dental Care
  • Upstate Pediatric Dentistry
  • Indigo Pediatric Dentistry

Top Orthodontists: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Winners)

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Where should you go to find the best Orthodontists in Greenville, SC? Finding an excellent orthodontist is a lot easier thanks to Kidding Around readers who offered their opinion of their favorites.

Our annual KABOOM Awards winners are some of the best Orthodontists near Greenville, SC.

Top Orthodontists in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best Orthodontists in Greenville, SC

1st Place: Marshall Orthodontics – Simpsonville Orthodontist

Finalists:

  • Palmetto Family Orthodontics
  • Davis Orthodontics

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2024 KABOOM Awards Winners

1st Place: Davis Orthodontics- Dr. Buddy

Finalists:

  • Palmetto Family Orthodontics
  • Dr. Tom’s Orthodontics
  • Summers Orthodontics
  • Johnston Orthodontics

Top Pediatrician Offices: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Winners)

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Where should you go to find the best pediatrician office in Greenville, SC? Kidding Around readers voted for their favorites.

Our annual KABOOM Awards winners provide top-notch care and are some of the best pediatric care teams near Greenville, SC.

Top Pediatrician Offices in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

KABOOM Pediatrician

1st Place: Parkside Pediatrics

Finalists:

  • Children’s Medical Center
  • Eastside Pediatrics

Best Pediatrician Office – First Place

Parkside Pediatrics is part of Tribe513, a group of independent, faith-based practices that believe we are called to love and serve each patient with grace and humility. With eight convenient locations across the Upstate, we offer the most accessible pediatric care around—featuring urgent care, early morning, evening, and weekend hours, plus 24/7 on-call physicians. Our full in-house lab, radiology services, nutritionists, mental health specialists, dermatologist, and breastfeeding/newborn center make us the Upstate’s pediatric experts.

Despite our size, each Parkside office feels like a small, familiar care team led by a pediatrician who truly gets to know your family. We’re dedicated to building a community of happy, healthy families by providing exceptional care and compassionate service. Here, your child is cared for as if they were our own—because we believe in going beyond treatment to truly invest in your child’s well-being.

From our inviting playgrounds and welcoming atmosphere to our mission of loving and serving our Parkside families, Parkside Pediatrics exists to see children thrive. We can’t wait to show you around and introduce you to the Parkside difference—because great futures start with small beginnings, and we’re here to help nurture yours every step of the way.

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2025 KABOOM Awards Winners

1st Place: Parkside Pediatrics

Finalists:

  • Children’s Medical Center
  • Prisma Health Pediatrics – Greer
  • Prisma Health Pediatrics – Patewood
  • Eastside Pediatrics

Top Pediatric Chiropractors: Greenville, SC (KABOOM Winners)

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Are you looking for a pediatric chiropractic office in Greenville, SC where your child can receive chiropractic care? Our Kidding Around readers voted on their favorites as part of our 2025 KABOOM Awards. There are quite a few options for pediatric chiropractors in Greenville and the surrounding area, but readers say these offices are the best.

Our annual KABOOM Awards winners offer some of the best pediatric chiropractic care in Greenville, SC.

Top Pediatric Chiropractic Offices in Greenville, SC

2025 Kaboom Awards Winners

Best Pediatric Chiropractor in Greenville, SC

1st Place: THINC Chiropractic

Finalist: Simply Southern Chiropractic Center

Best Pediatric Chiropractic Office: First Place

At THINC Chiropractic (Haywood Rd., Greenville) Dr. Zane and the team are dedicated to helping children thrive with expert pediatric chiropractic care. We specialize in serving babies, children, and teens, ensuring they reach their full potential through safe, effective, and natural chiropractic solutions. Regular pediatric chiropractic care supports healthy growth and development by addressing the root causes of common health concerns such as constipation, ear infections, sleep issues, as well as neurological concerns like ADD, ADHD, Autism and SPD.

Utilizing advanced chiropractic techniques, THINC Chiropractic focuses on neurologically based care to enhance your child’s nervous system function and overall wellness. Each gentle, specific adjustment promotes natural healing and helps your child thrive physically and emotionally.

Dr. Zane is Webster Certified through the International Chiropractic Pediatric Association (ICPA) and holds an advanced Prenatal, Pregnancy, and Pediatric Chiropractic Certification (CACCP) from the Academy Council of Chiropractic Pediatrics, as well as his Certificate in Pediatric Neuro-Tonal Adjusting from Life University and PXDocs, making him a trusted expert in pediatric chiropractic care.

At THINC Chiropractic, we believe that healthy kids lead to healthy families. Let us partner with you to create a strong foundation for your child’s lifelong health and well-being!

The Art Cart SC

Artcartsc@gmail.com | Mobile Services, Greenville | Greer , SC

The Art Cart is a mobile art studio for birthday parties, spirit rock painting, and window art!

Wine and Design • Art Buzz Kids

Two Locations, Greenville | Spartanburg , SC

Art Buzz Kids art classes spark your child’s creativity and imagination in a fun, interactive private party setting perfect for Birthday Parties. Children have fun, get creative, and take home masterpieces!

For Party Inquiries: greenvillesc@wineanddesign.com | spartanburgsc@wineanddesign.com

Hearts of Clay

864.576.2228 | 660 Spartan Boulevard, Suite 20, Spartanburg , SC

Hearts of Clay offers several party packages. All project materials are included and birthday child receives a special gift! Outside snack & decorations welcome, and Hearts of Clay will clean up the mess!

East Main Arts

864.430.1040 | 167 East Main Street, Spartanburg , SC

Would Your Little Princess like to see Elsa and get SnowFlake Glitter Tattoos and Tiaras?   Choose ANY Disney style PRINCESS! Got a Super Hero in training?  Want Real Live Spiderman or BATMAN to Show Up? East Main Arts can even build your child’s party around their favorite things as a deluxe theme party! Basic craft and clay project parties also available. Tween and Teen party packages are also available.

The Painted Palmetto

864.256.0892 | 1201 Union Street, Spartanburg , SC

The Painted Palmetto offers kids’ art classes, adult art classes, open studio, and birthday parties for people of all ages.

 

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