Are you looking for childcare for your baby or toddler in the Upstate, SC area? We’ve put together this list of preschools for babies as young as just a few weeks old. This list includes private preschools, mother’s morning out and more!
Looking for childcare for older kids? Our Ultimate Guide to Preschool in Upstate, SC and Greenville includes full and half day programs, childcare for all ages and more.
Does your life not always fit a set schedule? Good news, your child’s preschool experience doesn’t have to either!
Giggles Drop-In Childcare has a new easy going preschool program that is perfect for your child’s first preschool experience or if you simply need something that can be adapted to your changing schedule. We focus on lesson plans that teach the fundamentals in short, play based activities. For children ages 2-5.
Our preschool program is just like a daycare or mother’s morning out program, but with a twist. With our program, you choose when to come and for how long. It’s preschool on your schedule. Come one day per week or all 5. Can’t drop off or pick up at the same time each day? No problem. We are flexible!
Who? Kids ages 2-5
When? Any hours between 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM Labor day to Memorial Day
How Much? There is a $25 Registration Fee to enroll and then you can pay hourly, use an hours package, purchase a membership or purchase preschool weekly-
Southside Christian School (SCS) partners with Christian parents in providing an excellent education consistent with biblical truth. We encourage students to discover, grow, and achieve all God has for them.
Our Early Education includes students from Pre-K2 through Pre-K 5. The curriculum is designed to meet each child’s needs in a safe environment.
Students have the opportunity to attend and participate in chapel, which allows them to learn more about Jesus, participate in worship, and learn how to serve Him.
Southside Christian School offers full and half day, as well as two, three, and five days per week options.
The community of students, families, faculty, and staff truly make a difference at Southside Christian School. The SCS community is like a family, which encourages a fun and loving learning environment.
We would love for you to experience our school through a private tour or an open house. Visit southsidechristian.org to complete your inquiry or RSVP for an open house. We hope to see you soon!
Southside Christian K2 has truly been a blessing to our family! After searching many schools and daycares for the “right” fit, we definitely found what we were looking for, and more, at SCS. My daughter has absolutely thrived at this school, while learning valuable lessons and growing at her own pace. I continue to be impressed by the teacher’s patience, love, and ability to flex and meet each child’s individual needs throughout the year!
The Goddard School of Greenville will serve students from 6 weeks to 12 years of age. This newest location will provide a NAEYC standard, one that is recognized at a national level as providing the highest level of early childhood care for young children.
At The Goddard School, highly educated teachers create individualized opportunities for exposure to new ideas and materials for children to embrace authentic learning in its most natural way–through play and exploration. From engaging with science, technology, engineering, art, and math (STEAM) concepts to growing socially and emotionally, Goddard’s safe and caring environment gives children the space to make connections and experience authentic learning so they can become school-ready, career-ready, life-ready.
The Goddard School’s special programs and features make everyday learning experiences even more memorable. These include:
For additional information, please visit our website or Facebook Page, email [email protected], or call 864-448-0004.
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Offers: Ages 1-4
St. Giles offers an enriching Preschool program focusing on Emergent Literacy which includes reading, writing, speaking, listening. We also focus on Math, Art, Music, Creativity, and Play. We nurture children as they grow in their ability to manage their behavior, develop language, interact with friends and teachers, as well as grow in their academic skills.
St. Giles offers classes for ages 1-4 with 2,3, and 5 day programs. Classes are 9 am – 12 pm with an optional late stay Monday-Thursday from 12-1 pm.
Email St. Giles at [email protected] or visit them at St. Giles!
St. Giles Preschool is Greenville’s little hidden treasure. It has a wonderful family friendly atmosphere where everybody knows your name and the student’s names. Children are treated with respect and great care, but most of all LOVE. The teachers are very special and have a great passion and dedication for and to St. Giles
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Offers: K2-K4, elementary K5- 7th Grade
Our objective at Abiding Peace Academy is to provide exceptional education, instilling a love of learning in each student by nurturing his or her intellectual, spiritual, social, emotional and physical development in a safe, loving, Christian community; while imparting a strong faith in the truth of salvation through Jesus Christ.
Abiding Peace Academy can make a difference in your child’s life. You’ll love being a part of this warm and safe community, and you’ll be rewarded as you watch your child have fun growing each day.
Schedule a tour and find out more at Abiding Peace Academy.
I love APA. Love the staff, the community feel, the playground time with other kids and moms, plays and performances, multiple opportunities for my kids to get outside and exercise, the open communication between parents and teachers, the field trips, small school size, a focus on Christ.
Safe, warm, and friendly atmosphere. The level of education and care shown by the teachers in outstanding. Our child is thriving at APA and is excited to be there every day. We are so impressed with the school.
SPONSORED 864.729.8811 | 2255 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Infant through private Kindergarten, after school care, and Summer Camp (hours are 7:00 am – 6:00 pm)
Primrose Schools is a family of accredited, high-quality early education and care schools for children ages 6 weeks to 6-years-old (including Private Kindergarten) and after-school care for children up to age 12. Our Balanced Learning® System has been developed by and taught exclusively at Primrose Schools. It is a research-based curriculum that blends teacher-guided and child-initiated activities with a special emphasis on character development.
We have an onsite Chef who follows a balanced menu plan that includes all of your child’s meals and snacks throughout the day. Good nutrition is a key part of our Healthy Bodies program that promotes healthy eating and an active lifestyle. We know the right food at the right time not only boosts energy, but also can elevate a child’s mood and thinking skills during a crucial development stage. At Primrose, you will also receive digital “daily reports” of exactly what your child ate that day, how long they napped, pictures throughout the day, etc.
Children can continue after preschool into Primrose’s high quality private Kindergarten program that combines math and literacy with important skills such as character development, music, and Spanish. Our Kindergarten program is designed to promote social, emotional, physical, cognitive, creative and character development, so your child is prepared to take on elementary school and beyond.
For additional information, please visit www.PrimroseSimpsonville.com, email [email protected], or call 864.729.8811.
Limited Space Available
Moving our daughter over to Primrose Five Forks was a MAJOR breath of fresh air. As an overly type A mom who researches EVERYTHING times 100 and takes our daughter's education and environment very seriously, choosing Primrose Five Forks came after much prayer, research, multiple trips to talk to the leadership, emails with additional questions, talking with teachers and parents, and even more visits again. Our daughter transitioned there perfectly and what I love the most is how open and welcoming the staff is. They appreciate when parents ask questions, they are amazingly quick at responding to emails and phone calls and I am never made to feel like my questions are unwanted. The leadership wants the parents to know that their children are not only going to get a well rounded education but the children are also loved and so are the parents. I can't say enough good things about the leadership, for me that is what makes a school. Because their heart and talent pours down to the teachers and staff.
Offers: Infants through K4
Park Place Children’s Center offers exceptional care and pre-school education to children ages six weeks old through K4. Full-time and part-time spots are available. The developmentally appropriate curriculum includes a monthly assessment of each child to ensure that important milestones are being met. Our campus includes a gym, library, Enrichment Room and three age-appropriate playgrounds. Spanish is also taught daily. An on-site chef prepares a nutritious and delicious breakfast, lunch and snack each day. Safety is the top concern for our qualified staff as they provide excellent learning opportunities for all of our students.
Find out more at Park Place!
“Park Place Children’s Center on Batesville. Just visit once & you’ll see the difference between this phenomenal school and others.”
“Park Place is amazing!”
Offers: Toddler (half day) – Middle School
Five Oaks Academy is accredited by the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) and is the only Montessori school in the area that offers a cohesive program from toddler through eighth grade. With over 36 countries represented, the global community within Five Oaks Academy (FOA) and its unique research-based approach to education give students an educational experience you won’t find anywhere else.
FOA is a welcoming environment that focuses on creating original thinkers and encourages students to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Understanding that each child has his own learning style and interests, students at FOA are treated as individuals. A low student:teacher ratio allows each child to receive a customized education. Students explore the realm of mathematics, literature, history, science, geography and the arts in a creative and research-based manner.
Along with a challenging academic curriculum, the program fosters the development of time management skills and helps students learn to prioritize their responsibilities. Additionally, students are led in discovering and developing their own unique talents and strengths. Most importantly, FOA strives to foster student’s curiosity and love of learning so they become lifelong learners. Our goal is for our students to have success not only in the classroom but in the real world as well.
Find out more at Five Oaks Academy!
"It is a beautiful Montessori school that starts at 2k. Two of my children attend, and we love it! Take a tour!”
“Five Oaks Academy is amazing! I’ve never experienced a school quite like it. Five Oaks has a beautiful campus and amazing opportunities for children to learn Spanish, music, and gardening. Being a Montessori school, children learn with hands-on materials. My two children ADORE going to school there! My son told me, “I love weekends and all, but I love going to school best.” Five Oaks teaches a love of learning!”
Offers: Early education and childcare programs for children 6 weeks to 12 years old.
Bright Futures Start Here!
Your child’s foundation for learning is built in these early years, so our preschool focuses on providing a solid grounding in the skills needed for kindergarten — school readiness, social and emotional development, literacy, problem solving and other critical life skills.
We use the award-winning Creative Curriculum® — one of the only curriculums approved by every state board of education in the country. We supplement this with our exclusive Seeds of Literacy character development and literacy program, along with sign language, Spanish, and STEAM programs.
At The Sunshine House, your preschooler will build a strong educational and social foundation – with all the fun of childhood mixed in!
Both of our daughters have attended The Sunshine House since they were 6 months old. The faculty and administration are attentive, knowledgeable, and responsive to our needs as a family. This is more than a daycare, it is preschool from day one. Children get a huge head start by attending, and will enter kindergarten with social skills and academic abilities beyond what you’ll find elsewhere with this kind of program.
OPEN ENROLLMENT, INFANT – AFTERSCHOOL!
For over 30 years, Holy Cross Academy has been working with families to create a safe, yet exciting, environment for kids to thrive. At HCA, exceptional care means offering a greater teacher-to-child ratio, each room being equipped with creative learning spaces, all staff being CPR and First Aide certified, and providing well-balanced snacks and lunches while your child is with us!
Tours available by appointment only. Don’t forget to ask us about our Summer Program!
864.582.7539 | 1701 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Classes for 2K preschool through 12th grade.
864.576.1458 | 213 North Lanford Road, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Preschool classes for children 2 – 4 years old and Kindergarten
Affiliated with St. James United Methodist Church
864.967.3071 | 215 SE Main Street, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Mothers Day Out (children under 2) & Half Day Preschool for children 2-4
“Simpsonville United Methodist Church. They are a warm, welcoming and enriching environment for learning and growing. So happy we had an opportunity to place our child there for 3 years! Checked out many in the area but this was the best."
864.370.8118 | 404 Houston Street, Greenville, SC
Primrose School of Greenville offers balanced learning and curriculum for infants through Kindergarten.
864.583.4531 | 393 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Half day preschool for children 6 months of age through 4K
Affiliated with First Presbyterian Church
864.578.8459 | 9020 Asheville Highway, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Classes for one-year-olds through kindergarten
Affiliated with United Methodist Church of the Covenant
864.772.3266 | 1944 Pearman Dairy Rd, Anderson , SC
Offers: Educational care for children ages 6 weeks – 5 years, as well as before and after school care for children ages 5 years – 12 years
864.268.4714 | 2600 Wade Hampton Boulevard, Greenville, SC
Offers: K2, K3, K4 (ages 2 – 5)
"Our Saviour Lutheran School. Affordable and diverse!"
"Our Saviour Lutheran in Taylors is wonderful."
864.228.0972 | 125 Academy Street, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Infant – K4, 5 days a week
“Simpsonville First Baptist!! We adore our son’s teachers. They do soooo much with him at school – I teach and was worried it was going to be all play and no learning anything else but it is learning while playing and we couldn’t be happier!!!”
“We love First Baptist Simpsonville Child Enrichment Center.
864.232.8550 | 703 East Washington Street, Greenville, SC
Offers: Programs for 6 months – 5 years old
"Little Folks of Fourth!! (4th Pres. downtown)--small teacher/student ratio, teachers are INVESTED in children, you can go all week or choose which days you want your children to attend, nursery-k4/k5.
Offers: Infant-K4, half day
"Disciples CDC is wonderful, as a parent and teacher!"
"My vote to CDC as well! I love the extracurricular classes! Spanish is my favorite. And the K3 teachers are marvelous!!
864.576.2234 | 1217 John B White Senior Boulevard, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Preschool for children 20 months – 4 years of age year round
Affiliated with Spartanburg Seventh-day Adventist Church
864.585.3046 | 384 South Spring Street, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Montessori education for children 8 weeks old through 8th grade
864.877.7959 | 1300 Locust Hill Road, Greer, SC
Offers: Classes for one and two year olds, as well as K3, K4, K5 and Mothers Day Out. 2-5 day options half day
864.472.2863 | 90 Blackstock Road, Inman, SC
Offers: Baby room through 4-K classes
Offering full-day childcare for children 12 weeks through kindergarten. Also offering after-school childcare for kids up to 12 years old.
Offers: Programs for children ages 6 weeks through 4. This is a public preschool option with private pay slots available.
864.294.9001 | 529 Farrs Bridge Road, Greenville, SC
Offers: 3-4 years old, various ministry preschool programs throughout the week.
864.884.9095 | 301 Piney Mountain Road, Greenville, SC
Offers: Ages 1 – 4
Monday – Thursday; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
"St. James Day School! The director Katie Allen is phenomenal and the teacher turnover is low. I love the car side drop off and pickup, the in-house field trips for the 2’s and 3’s and the friendly staff."
864.688.8223 | 580 Brookwood Point Place, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Infant – K4 (Half and Full Day)
“Brookwood Preschool Academy has amazing teachers. They have loved and cared for my children for many years. Both my son and daughter learned so much there!”
864.228.6804 | 700 West Georgia Road, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: 6 weeks through 12 years
864.288.5455 | Two locations, Upstate, SC
Offers: Programs for infants through K4.
864.585.2392 | 626 Norwood Street, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Year round preschool options for babies (6 months and up) through 4K
Morning or afternoon preschool offered.
Affiliated with Trinity United Methodist Church
864.288.4884 | 2252 Woodruff Rd, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: 2 day K2, 3 day K3, and 5 day K4 & K5 (hours 9 am – 1 pm), and High 5’s transitional Kindergarten.
“St Mary Magdalene preschool is FABULOUS! My son went there for 3 years. Teachers are certified. They are great and director is amazing.”
“St. Mary Magdalene Catholic Preschool. Well qualified teachers who really get to know your child and love them like their own. Well balanced curriculum, with differentiation to help every child make progress. After only one year at SMMCP, my 2 were more than ready for Kindergarten!”
“St. Mary Magdalene preschool is incredible. My daughter loved it and she was MORE than ready for kindergarten. The curriculum is amazing and so are the teachers and staff.”
864.385.6020 | 212 Roper Mountain Road Extension, Greenville, SC
Carolina Preparatory School in Greenville offers small class sizes, creative teaching, and a nurturing environment for 6 weeks old through 5th grade. There are Full Day, Full Week options and Full Day, Partial Week options for attendance.
Carolina international preparatory school, they go from babies to grade 5. Small ratio teacher/student. Learning is fun and teachers are really engage!
Carolina International Preparatory School. The amazing teachers are great at making learning fun. They are also great at being patient and teaching morals and manners.
864.967.8181 | 1420 Neely Ferry Road, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Infants & Toddlers, K2, K3, K4 half day programs, 2 -5 day options available.
864.675.1020 | 1185 Holland Road, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Infants – K4
“StarShine Child Enrichment Center, because of the “enrichment” factor! Also, transition to the after school/summer program is seamless.”
864.585.8751 | 309 Fernwood Drive, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Preschool classes for children 4 months old through kindergarten
Affiliated with Westminster Presbyterian Church
864.288.8613 | 205b East Butler Road, Mauldin, SC
Offers: Infant to 6th grade
“Montessori School of Mauldin-Amazing teachers and diverse environment. My daughter has thrived here.”
864.760.1105 | 1910 Commonwealth Lane, Anderson, SC
Offers: Montessori inspired classrooms for children ages 6 weeks – 5 years, along with elementary after school programs
864.576.0424 | 101 St. Matthews Lane, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Preschool classes for children 20 months old through 4 years old
Affiliated with St. Matthew’s Episcopal Church
864.288.4729 | 100 E. Butler Road, Mauldin, SC
Offers: Care for children ages 1-3, as well as K4 and K5 with 2, 3, 4 or 5 day enrollment options.
Mauldin United Methodist Church Church Preschool and Kindergarten. Go to their website and follow them on FB!! The teachers there are the best and many have been there more than 10 years! Best prices for a quality program. Sweet school family environment.
864.322.0045 | 35 Shannon Drive, Greenville, SC
Offers: K3 (2-3 half day a week classes), K4 (3-5 half day classes), K5 (half day or extended day)
"My daughter has attended John Knox in Greenville since she was 2 months old and is currently in K3 there. She has been very happy there and is sad when she can't go to school during breaks. She has learned so much there. The staff is extremely professional and makes the environment very inviting, loving, and fun!"
864.268.5028 | 7 Shannon Drive, Greenville, SC
Offers: Toddler -K5
"Aldersgate Child Development Center!! All of the teachers are incredible and are genuinely happy to be there with our kids. I've always been impressed with the curriculum and what my kids come home knowing. Yet, they get to play and be little kids at the same time. It's just such a great balance!!" - Katie
864.292.9909 | 4317 East North Street, Greenville, SC
Offers: Infant – K5
Practices an Abeka curriculum
864.244.3162 | 1310 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer, SC
Offers: Infant – K4
864.288.6428 | 20 Bell Road, Greenville, SC
Offers: 2 and 4 day programs for toddlers-4 year olds
"Woodruff Road Christian Preschool comes highly recommended from this teacher and mom of former students."
"Woodruff Road Christian Church preschool- it's the best kept secret! Small class sizes, amazing teachers, wonderful director who you see everyday, best loving, nurturing learning environment!"
Full day childcare program for children 6 weeks through 4 years of age, plus an after-school program.
The after school program offers children aged 5-12 foreign language and culture exploration through the Passport to Adventure Club.
Offers: A half-day drop-in program for kids 6 months – 5 years
864.292.0194 | 1050 Edwards Road, Greenville, SC
Offers: Moms Day Out (9 am – 2 pm Monday through Friday) for birth-3
K3-K5 (half-day with the option of late stay until 2 pm)
Edwards Road Baptist church has a great program that we have been a part of for five years. All three of my kids have gone there.
864.605.1011 X15 | 4000 Highway 153, Greenville, SC
Offers: K2 – K5, half day with 3 or 4 day options
864.269.3921 | 229 Siloam Road, Easley, SC
Offers K2 – K4 and Mother’s Morning Out programs. Siloam Christian Preschool’s desire is to provide an educational experience that nurtures the “whole” child in areas of physical, intellectual, emotional, social, and spiritual development.
864.244.5015 | 4999 Old Spartanburg Road, Taylors, SC
Offers: MMO, K3, K4 with multiple schedule options
Late stay options are available
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Ivybrook Academy is a nationally-recognized, NAEYC-accredited Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired half-day preschool for children 18 months through transitional kindergarten. The school offers both morning and afternoon sessions and an award-winning curriculum with everything from yoga to organic gardening, to music and foreign languages.
Being in the young twos and in school for the first time, our daughter’s transition wasn’t easy, but all the teachers showed her and us the support, love, patience and guidance we needed to get through the rough patch. Now she can't wait to go to school! And she talks about everyone with so much love and happiness! We can see how much she has grown and learned this school year and we know that is just the beginning.
864.442.1379 | 109 Dayton School Road, Easley, SC
Offers: K1 (12 months) up to K4, mom’s morning out
864.688.0019 | 239 Rocky Creek Road, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: Infants to 5K
864.439.7760 | 84 Groce Road, Lyman, SC
Full-day programs are available to residents in the District 5 school district with kids aged 6 weeks through K3.
864.585.7143 | 141 Advent Street, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Infant & Toddler Classes, Twos, Threes, and Fours Preschool Half Day Classes with 2 day – 5 day a week options
Affiliated with Episcopal Church of the Advent
864.627.1985 | 321 Scuffletown Road, Simpsonville, SC
Full day childcare for ages 6 week through 12 years. Plus after school care for kids up to 12 years of age.
Offers: Infant through 5k
Our daughter attended Little Me Academy and absolutely loved it. It is a Christian based childcare center in Greer that also offers a summer program and will be offering K5 this fall. The owner, Mandi, and her staff are just awesome.
864.576.5414 | 8800 Warren H Abernathy Highway, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Montessori and non-denominational Christian education for children 14 months old through kindergarten
864.244.0405 | 2106 Old Spartanburg Road, Greer, SC
Offers full-day programs for children aged 6 weeks through grade K5.
Half-day programs are also available for K2 – K5.
Also offers after-school care and summer programs through its affiliate The Village Project.
864.292.9909 | 739 N Main Street, Mauldin, SC
Offers: Infant – K5
Practices an Abeka curriculum
864.991.2104 | 1440 Pelham Road, Greenville, SC
Full day childcare for children 6 weeks through 4 years of age.
Offers: Programs for children ages 6 weeks – 5 years and after school elementary care
864.877.4253 | 202 W. Poinsett Street, Greer, SC
Offers: Infants – 12 years
Greer Location: 100 Sudduth Farms Drive; 864.881.7868
Simpsonville Location: 7 Magnolia Cove Drive; 864.256.0404
864.587.1554 | 4455 Anderson Mill Road, Moore, SC
Offers: Half day preschool classes from 3 months of age – kindergarten
Affiliated with Anderson Mill Road Baptist Church
864.232.6101 | 19 Villa Road, Greenville, SC
Primrose School of Midtown Greenville offers balanced learning and curriculum for infants through Kindergarten.
864.501.6822 | 2820 Woodruff Road, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: K2- Kindergarten, Mothers Morning Out (K1)
Mothers Morning Out is 3 hour days; K2-Kindergarten is 4 hour days
Hidden Gem in Five Forks! Small Classes, Degreed Teachers, Flexible Schedules, Christian Education, All Welcome.
864.699.4219 | 250 East Main Street, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Preschool for infants through 4-K with half day and full day options, 3 day and 5 day options
Affiliated with First Baptist Spartanburg
864.288.8884 | Greenville & Mauldin, , SC
Offers: Full-day childcare for 6 weeks through 5 years old. Also offers after-school care for kids up to 12 years of age.
864.688.3043 | 3810 Grandview Drive, Simpsonville, SC
Offers: K2, K3, and K4 (3 day from 8:30-1:30) and K4 (4 day from 8:30-1:30), and K5 (4 day from 8:15 – 1:45)
We absolutely LOVE this school! They are wonderful, loving, genuine and make learning fun! CCP does a wonderful job nurturing the spiritual, social, and intellectual growth of their students
864.439.8722 | 80 Groce Road, Lyman, SC
Offers: Preschool for children 12 months old – 4 years old
Affiliated with First Baptist Lyman Church
864.585.5424 | 897 South Pine Street, Spartanburg, SC
Offers: Preschool for children 6 weeks of age through 4K
Affiliated with Morningside Baptist Church
Offers: Infants through kindergarten. Located in the Five Forks area.
Offers: Infants – Pre K
"We love LaPetite on Woodruff Rd. Teachers are loving and caring, environment is fun, and our son has thrived there."
"Yes! All three of my children have been there and they are like family!"
864.574.4554 | 5575 Reidville Road, Moore, SC
Offers: Mother’s Morning Out through 4-year-old kindergarten half-day classes
Affiliated with Reidville Road United Methodist Church