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Licensed Daycare in Lexington, South Carolina

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

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 Lexington?

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 .

These childcare providers are pulled from the official state licensing database. Compare licensed capacity, age range, program type, and contact details for each location.

Licensed Centers

Infant Spots

$870/mo

South Carolina avg infant

1:6

State infant ratio

Childcare costs in Lexington

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 Lexington 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: 85 kids

ZIP codes covered

29073 7 29072 5 2

Program types in Lexington

Head Start Center

5 centers

Before & After School Care

5 centers

All Lexington licensed centers

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C Before/After School

Charleston Early Learning Center #51

Lexington

School Age (5+) Cap 92

F Head Start

First Steps Hilton Head Island #97

Lexington

2 years - 12 years Cap 69

G Head Start

Growing Minds Mount Pleasant #124

Lexington

2 years - 12 years Cap 57

H Before/After School

Hilton Head Island Little Scholars #98

Lexington

School Age (5+) Cap 110

L Before/After School

La Petite Academy Summerville #24

Lexington

School Age (5+) Cap 117

M Before/After School

Mount Pleasant Children's Place #125

Lexington

School Age (5+) Cap 82

S Before/After School

Spartanburg Golden Gate Daycare #172

Lexington

School Age (5+) Cap 59

S Head Start

Spartanburg Precious Moments #171

Lexington

2 years - 12 years Cap 107

S Head Start

Summerville Primrose School #23

Lexington

2 years - 12 years Cap 111

T Head Start

Tiny Tots of Charleston #50

Lexington

2 years - 12 years Cap 47

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

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

Our directory lists 10 licensed childcare centers in Lexington, 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 Lexington?

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 Lexington 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 Lexington typically operate below these ceilings.

Are subsidies available for daycare in Lexington?

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 Lexington 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.