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Best South Carolina Private Daycares & Preschools (2026)

For the 2026 school year, there are 326 private daycares & preschools serving 58,637 students in South Carolina.

The private daycares & preschools in South Carolina include Charleston Collegiate School, Hammond School, and Ashley Hall.

The average tuition cost is $9,884, which is lower than the South Carolina average tuition cost of $10,537.

73% of private daycares & preschools in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian). Learn more about how daycare centers and preschools work.

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 326
# Students Served: 58,637

Quick Facts (2026)

# Private Schools: 326
# Students Served: 58,637

South Carolina Private Daycares & Preschools Trends

326

Private Schools

58,637

Students

$9,884

Avg. Tuition

Avg. Class Size

18%

Students of Color

12:1

Student-Teacher Ratio

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top ranked private daycares & preschools in South Carolina?

The private daycares & preschools in South Carolina include Charleston Collegiate School, Hammond School, and Ashley Hall.

How many private daycares & preschools are located in South Carolina?

326 private daycares & preschools are located in South Carolina.

How much do private daycares & preschools cost in South Carolina?

The average tuition cost is $9,884, which is lower than the South Carolina private school average tuition cost of $10,537.

How diverse are private daycares & preschools in South Carolina?

South Carolina private daycares & preschools are approximately 18% minority students, which is same as the South Carolina private school average of 18%.

What percentage of private daycares & preschools are religiously affiliated in South Carolina?

73% of private daycares & preschools in South Carolina are religiously affiliated (most commonly Baptist and Christian).

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