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Licensed Daycare in Ward, South Carolina

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

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 Ward?

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 Ward

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 Ward 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: 65 kids

ZIP codes covered

29166 6

Program types in Ward

Infant & Toddler Center

6 centers

All Ward licensed centers

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C Infant Care

Charleston Primrose School #100

Ward

Preschool (2-5) Cap 49

F Infant Care

First Steps Mount Pleasant #174

Ward

Preschool (2-5) Cap 66

G Infant Care

Growing Minds Columbia #26

Ward

Preschool (2-5) Cap 116

J Infant Care

Jumping Jacks Hilton Head Island #147

Ward

Preschool (2-5) Cap 23

L Infant Care

Little Genius Sumter #46

Ward

Preschool (2-5) Cap 33

S Infant Care

Summerville Precious Moments #73

Ward

Preschool (2-5) Cap 106

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Parent-asked basics on licensing, ratios, and waitlist timing for this area.

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

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

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 Ward 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 Ward typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Ward?

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 Ward 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.