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Licensed Daycare in Chapin, South Carolina

Q: What's the average daycare cost in Chapin?

Statewide averages in South Carolina run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

Q: Are subsidies available for daycare in Chapin?

South Carolina families can apply for South Carolina Voucher Program (ABC Quality) (intake: (800) 476-0199). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide .

Every listing here has a current license on file with the state. Use the filters to narrow by age group or program type.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

South Carolina avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Chapin

ChildCare Aware reports the South Carolina average full-time cost at $870/month for infant care and $680/month for preschool. City-level prices in Chapin vary by ZIP code and program model — Head Start sites are free for eligible families, family daycare homes typically run 10-30% below center rates, and accredited centers run above the average.

The Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA ($5,000 max) reduce effective cost regardless of program. South Carolina families may also qualify for South Carolina Voucher Program (ABC Quality) (intake: (800) 476-0199).

Full South Carolina licensing & cost overview

Quick facts

State regulator: South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services
Infant ratio: 1:6
Toddler ratio: 1:8
Preschool ratio: 1:18
Avg capacity: 72 kids

ZIP codes covered

29036 5

Program types in Chapin

Licensed Group Child Care Home

5 centers

All Chapin licensed centers

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A Group Care

Active Kids Spartanburg #145

Chapin

School Age (5+) Cap 29

C Group Care

Charleston Precious Moments #24

Chapin

School Age (5+) Cap 66

H Group Care

Hilton Head Island Little Angels #71

Chapin

School Age (5+) Cap 70

J Group Care

Jumping Jacks Mount Pleasant #98

Chapin

School Age (5+) Cap 79

L Group Care

Little Genius Greenville #172

Chapin

School Age (5+) Cap 118

Open a listing for the full state-registry record — capacity, age range, contact info, and license issue date.

Common parent questions about licensing, ratios, and how to compare programs in this area.

How many licensed daycare centers are in Chapin, South Carolina?

Our directory lists 5 licensed childcare centers in Chapin, South Carolina, sourced from South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services. All listings hold a current state license at indexing time; verify status directly via the state's lookup tool before enrollment.

What's the average daycare cost in Chapin?

Statewide averages in South Carolina run roughly $870/month for infants and $680/month for preschool. City-specific costs vary — large metros and dense neighborhoods trend higher than rural ZIPs. Use the cost estimator for a closer ballpark.

What staff-to-child ratios apply in Chapin daycares?

All licensed South Carolina centers must meet the state minimum: 1:6 for infants, 1:8 for toddlers, and 1:18 for preschool. NAEYC-accredited centers in Chapin typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Chapin?

South Carolina families can apply for South Carolina Voucher Program (ABC Quality) (intake: (800) 476-0199). Federal options like the Child & Dependent Care Tax Credit and a Dependent Care FSA stack on top. See our subsidies guide.

How do I verify a Chapin daycare's license?

Look up the provider directly in the official South Carolina DSS — Division of Child Care Services search. License status is the single most important credential to confirm before enrolling.