Johnston, SC

Edgefield County Child Development Center is a highly-regarded local facility serving Johnston and surrounding communities with comprehensive early childhood education programs. The center employs state-certified early childhood educators who implement a structured curriculum focusing on literacy, numeracy, and social-emotional development. Their facility features secure, age-appropriate classrooms with modern learning materials and monitored outdoor play areas. The center maintains excellent teacher-to-child ratios and emphasizes individualized learning plans. Parents consistently praise the center's nurturing environment, strong communication, and commitment to developmental milestones. The center holds a Gold Seal quality rating from South Carolina's ABC Quality program and maintains rigorous safety protocols including secured entry systems and comprehensive background checks for all staff.

Kiddie Academy of Aiken serves families throughout the Central Savannah River Area, including Johnston residents, with their nationally recognized Life Essentials® curriculum. This center features degreed early childhood educators who implement project-based learning and character development programs. The facility includes technology-enhanced classrooms, dedicated infant rooms with live streaming capabilities for parents, and secure outdoor learning environments. Their comprehensive approach integrates STEM activities, literacy development, and physical education. The academy maintains exceptional safety standards with keypad entry systems, comprehensive security monitoring, and strict health protocols. Parents consistently report high satisfaction with the center's educational quality, professional staff, and excellent communication systems. The center holds multiple quality certifications and serves as a training site for early childhood education students.

The Sunshine House Early Learning Academy in North Augusta serves the broader CSRA region including Johnston families with their comprehensive early childhood education programs. This established center employs credentialed early childhood professionals who implement the Creative Curriculum® system, emphasizing play-based learning and developmental appropriateness. The facility features purpose-built classrooms, secure outdoor playgrounds with age-appropriate equipment, and dedicated learning centers for literacy, mathematics, and creative arts. The academy maintains excellent staff retention and low teacher-to-child ratios, ensuring personalized attention. Safety is prioritized with secured entry systems, comprehensive background checks, and regular safety drills. Parents consistently praise the center's warm, nurturing environment, strong educational foundation, and excellent preparation for kindergarten. The center holds South Carolina's highest ABC Quality rating and participates in the state's quality improvement system.