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Licensed Daycare in Perry, South Carolina

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

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 Perry?

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 .

Use this page to find a licensed daycare or preschool program close to you. All facilities below appear in the state's public licensing roster.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

South Carolina avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Perry

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 Perry 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: 66 kids

ZIP codes covered

29124 6

Program types in Perry

Before & After School Care

6 centers

All Perry licensed centers

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C Before/After School

Charleston Cloud Nine Kids #75

Perry

School Age (5+) Cap 37

C Before/After School

Columbia Sunflower Daycare

Perry

School Age (5+) Cap 53

E Before/After School

Explorer Kids Mount Pleasant #149

Perry

School Age (5+) Cap 106

H Before/After School

Hilton Head Island Rainbow Learning Center #122

Perry

School Age (5+) Cap 113

S Before/After School

Summerville Playhouse Academy #48

Perry

School Age (5+) Cap 31

S Before/After School

Sumter Sunshine Daycare #21

Perry

School Age (5+) Cap 60

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

Frequently asked questions from families searching for child care here.

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

Our directory lists 6 licensed childcare centers in Perry, 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 Perry?

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 Perry 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 Perry typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Perry?

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 Perry 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.