Where little minds learn, grow & thrive.
Camden Kids Academy is an independently owned child care and early learning center in Camden, SC. We pair nurturing care with school-ready learning, from a baby's first giggles to after-school homework help.
- FBI & SLED background-checked teachers
- Open-door policy for parents
- Every staff member CPR & First Aid certified
A place for every age & stage
Six age-based programs, each with its own curriculum, classroom and caring teachers, so your child is always learning at just the right level.
6 wks – 12 mosInfants
A calm, nurturing room built around bonding with loving teachers.
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12 – 24 mosOnes / Toddlers
Room to walk, run, climb and explore, with outdoor play every day.
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2 yearsTwos
Growing independence, toilet training, music, art and water play.
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3 yearsThrees
Monthly themes for letters, numbers, shapes, colors and more.
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4 – 5 yearsFours & Fives
Kindergarten prep: writing, math, science, Spanish and more.
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5 – 12 yearsSchool Age
School pickup, homework help, holiday fun and summer field trips.
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Peace of mind for you. Joy for them.
We consider it a privilege to know and care for your family. Here's what that looks like every day.
Thoroughly screened
FBI, SLED and Central Registry checks for every teacher, and never any provisional hires.
Trained every year
Our teachers complete yearly early-childhood development training to keep sharpening their skills.
Open-door policy
You're always welcome to stop by. Our doors are open to parents.
Curriculum for every age
From infant bonding to kindergarten readiness, we build academic, social and emotional skills.
Clean & healthy
Toys and surfaces are cleaned throughout the day, and our infant room is shoe-free.
Outdoor play daily
Fresh air and safe equipment for running, climbing and exploring nature (weather permitting).
The rhythm of our day
Predictable routines help children feel secure, with plenty of room for play, discovery and rest.
- From 6:30 AM
Warm welcomes
Gentle drop-offs, cuddles and time to settle in with familiar teachers.
- Morning
Play & explore
Blocks, music, books and sensory play in centers sized for little hands.
- Outdoors
Fresh air
Daily outdoor time on safe equipment for walking, running and exploring.
- Midday
Rest & recharge
Quiet, cozy rest time, with infants following their own rhythms.
- Afternoon
Songs, stories & art
Singing, dancing and creative play that builds language and motor skills.
- Until 6:00 PM
Happy reunions
Pickup time and a chance to hear about your child's day.
- From 6:30 AM
Arrival & free choice
Friends, puzzles and games while everyone arrives.
- Circle time
This month's theme
Numbers, letters, shapes and colors, woven into a fun monthly theme.
- Learning centers
Hands-on discovery
Science, art, blocks, sand & water, reading, music and construction.
- Outdoors
Nature & play
Plenty of outdoor time to run, climb and explore the classroom theme outside.
- Afternoon
Kindergarten-ready skills
Writing, math, Spanish and critical thinking for our Fours & Fives.
- Until 6:00 PM
Pickup
Tidy-up time (everyone helps!) and goodbyes.
- From 6:30 AM
Early care
A calm, supervised start before the school day.
- After school
School pickup
We pick children up from neighboring schools. Ask us about your school.
- Afternoon
Snack time
An afternoon snack to refuel after a busy school day.
- Homework
Homework help
Teachers support homework so evenings at home are for family.
- Activities
Play & enrichment
Supervised indoor and outdoor activities with friends.
- Holidays & summer
Full days of fun
Planned activities on school holidays plus summer field trips.
“Do everything in love.”
1 Corinthians 16:14 inspires everything we do, from how we greet each child in the morning to how we partner with every family.
Our storyMission
To create a brighter future for our children.
Vision
To deliver top-notch education and care for children and families in Camden.
What our families say
Little moments, big smiles
Painting, building, splashing, discovering. Tap a photo to take a closer look.
Frequently asked questions
What ages do you care for?
We care for children from 6 weeks to 12 years old across six programs: Infants, Ones/Toddlers, Twos, Threes, Fours & Fives, and School Age. Use our program finder to see where your child fits.
What are your hours?
We're open Monday through Friday, 6:30 AM to 6:00 PM.
How do I enroll or join the waitlist?
We're currently enrolling in all programs, and seats are limited. Join our secure online waitlist to hold your place, or book a tour first. See how enrollment works.
How are your teachers screened and trained?
Every teacher completes FBI and SLED background checks and a Central Registry of Child Abuse and Neglect check before starting. We do not offer provisional employment. All staff are CPR and First Aid certified and complete yearly early-childhood development training.
Can I visit my child during the day?
Yes! We have an open-door policy for parents. You're always welcome.
Do you pick up from local schools?
Yes. Our School Age program picks children up from neighboring schools. Please call us at (803) 272-0879 to confirm your child's school.
Come see us in person
Meet our teachers, see the classrooms and ask anything. Book a tour online in under a minute.
