Preschools & Child Care: Downtown Columbia, SC
Are you looking for childcare and preschool in downtown Columbia, SC? We compiled a list of preschools and daycare facilities near you. You will find information about each facility, along with contact information, so you can make the best decision for your child.
Find more Daycare and Preschool Options Near Columbia, SC
Cadence Academy Preschool
803.999.4081 | 3 locations, Columbia, SC
Cadence Academy Preschool offers childcare programs, summer camps, and an after school program called “The Clubhouse.” The program schedule can be found on their website.
Childcare Programs for:
- Infants (6 weeks-1 year)
- Toddlers (1-2 years old)
- Early Learners (2-3 years old)
- Preschool (3-4 years old)
- Pre-K (4-5 years old)
- School-Age (5-12 years old)
Locations in Harbison, SC, Lexington, SC and Northeast Columbia, SC:
450 Columbiana Drive, Columbia
5307 Sunset Boulevard, Lexington
1130 Sparkleberry Lane Extension, Columbia
After School Program at Cadence Academy: Includes homework help and free transportation from schools local to each Cadence Academy location
Summer Camp: Full-day summer camp for ages 5 to 12 that offer fun and activities to prepare kids for the next school year.
Ben Lippen Schools: A Christ-centered school
Highly rated with academic, arts, specialized programs, and athletics
Ages: PreK -12th grade
Tuition and Financial Aid information is available
Tuition rates are between $10k and $18k depending on grade level
Ben Lippen has three campuses in the Columbia, SC area.
- Monticello Road Campus: Pre-K3 through 12th Grade
7401 Monticello Road, Columbia - Northeast Campus: Pre-K4 through 4th Grade
3513 Hard Scrabble Road, Columbia - St. Andrews Road Campus: Pre-K3 through 4th Grade
500 St. Andrews Road, Columbia
CFL is an Independent Early Childhood Program offering care for children 12 months to 4 years of age in their Child Development Program.
CFL also offers kindergarten through 5th grade in their academy program.
Curriculum: Standards-aligned CFL curriculum with STEAM plus Spanish & Mandarin.
- Programs for infants-4K
- Before & After School Programs, including pick up from local schools.
- Summer Camps
Locations in West Columbia, Lexington, and Irmo:
3912 Leaphart Rd, West Columbia
110 Hadleigh Drive, Lexington
101 North Royal Tower Drive, Irmo
Saint Joseph Catholic School
803.254.6736 | 3700 Devine Street, Columbia, SC
Saint Joseph Catholic School offers a traditional education with cutting-edge teaching techniques combined with Catholic teachings based on the Diocese of Charleston.
Grades: 4K- 6th grade
In addition, they offer enrichment courses such as art, music, physical education, guidance, technology, and Spanish
Spring Valley Baptist Preschool
803.736.7710 | 91 Polo Road, Columbia, SC
Half-Day Preschool in Columbia for ages 1-4 at Spring Valley Baptist Church. The half-day, play-based program is from 9 am to noon, weekdays.
Bright Horizons Preschool
803.667.4235 | 1835 Assembly Street, Suite 113, Columbia, SC
Programs for infants – preschoolers, including kindergarten prep, located at the Columbia Federal Center.
Heathwood Hall Episcopal School is a highly rated Episcopal private school
Rigorous academics, character development, and a supportive community are part of the curriculum
Ages: 2 – 12th grade.
Tuition: ~$18K-$24K for elementary – high school; ~$12.5K for ages 2-4
Financial Aid is available in addition to several scholarships
The campus is situated on 122 acres of wooded wetlands and has incorporated natural “outdoor” education into its curriculum.
Asbury Preschool and Kindergarten
803.776.8121 | 1005 Asbury Drive, Columbia, SC
Preschool and kindergarten in Columbia, SC for ages 2-5. Programs are partial day, and there are options for attendance 3-5 days per week.
One of Columbia’s longest running preschools in the Ravenwood area, Little People’s Learning Center is open from 6:30 am-6 pm for Monday through Friday care.
Offers care for ages 6 weeks – 8 years of age.