Fork, SC

Kiddie Academy of Sumter provides comprehensive educational childcare with a structured Life Essentials® curriculum that focuses on character development, literacy, STEM, and social-emotional learning. The center features highly qualified teachers with early childhood education credentials, secure entry systems, and age-appropriate learning environments. Their program includes daily communication with parents through an app, nutritious meals prepared on-site, and extensive indoor/outdoor play areas. Serving the broader Sumter County area including Fork, they maintain excellent teacher-to-child ratios and focus on school readiness through hands-on learning experiences.

First Steps Early Learning Center offers a nurturing environment with a play-based curriculum that incorporates Creative Curriculum and South Carolina Early Learning Standards. The center employs degreed early childhood educators who provide individualized attention and developmental tracking. Safety features include secured access, comprehensive background checks, and regular safety drills. Located in downtown Sumter and serving surrounding communities including Fork, they emphasize literacy development, social skills, and kindergarten preparation through structured learning centers and hands-on activities.

Trinity United Methodist Church CDC provides faith-based early childhood education in a warm, nurturing environment. Their curriculum balances academic preparation with Christian values, focusing on social development, early literacy, and kindergarten readiness. The center features experienced teachers with low student-teacher ratios, secure facilities with monitored access, and age-appropriate learning materials. Serving families throughout Sumter County including Fork, they offer flexible scheduling options and maintain strong parent partnerships through regular communication and family events.