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How Drop-In Childcare Works
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Choose A Payment Option
Utilize our flexible plans and customized membership deals to fit your family’s needs and schedule.
Pay By the Hour
No commitment, drop-in visits. Great for spontaneity!
Membership Packages
Discounted rates with hourly increments of 12, 24, 48 & 72.
Members benefit from discounted rates on both drop-in childcare and a variety of additional programs.
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Enjoy!
Drop-in (and drop-off) during business hours to witness them learn, grow, create, and play in a naturally creative environment.
Kids Garden isn't just guilt-free childcare; it's a place worth boasting about!
Book Art Class & After School Programs
At Kids Garden, our afterschool classes offer a blend of academic support, creative projects, and physical activities, designed to foster your child's development and keep them excited about learning.
Online booking is not available for this program. Please call Kids Garden Summerville for availability or check out our other classes and programs!
Book a Camp
At Kids Garden, our camps provide a dynamic environment where children can explore new interests, enhance their skills, and make lasting friendships. Each camp is carefully crafted to offer a unique blend of fun, education, and adventure.
Summer Camp Morning: Creative Crafters
June 2, 2025
9:00am
June 2nd-6th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-5 | Snack & lunch included
Our Creative Crafters Camp is filled with artistic activities, creative crafting & inspiration. Each day children will have a directed project as well as an open art lab to let the creativity flow.
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: Green Thumb
June 9, 2025
9:00am
June 9th-13th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Our future farmers, gardeners, and nature explorers will learn about plant growth, make recycled crafts, create unique art from nature, and understand simple and fun ways to go green to be protectors of our planet Earth!
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: Digging with Dinos
June 16, 2025
9:00am
June 16th - 20th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Get ready to dig in deep as we discover all of the amazing aspects of Earth Science! Our campers will examine minerals, make volcanoes, and explore all of the different types of dinosaurs.
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: Brick Master Builders
June 23, 2025
9:00am
June 23rd - 27th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Get ready to build, create, and play with LEGOs! Campers will dive into exciting challenges, build epic structures, and create Lego masterpieces.
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: Peace, Love & the Lowcountry
June 30, 2025
9:00am
June 30th - July 3rd | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm| Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Campers will gain a sense of community and culture while learning about the Lowcountry through crafts, games, yoga, dancing, and more!
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
*A Kids Garden membership must be active or can be purchased for $100
Summer Camp Morning: STEAM Explorers: Innovate, Invent, Create!
July 7, 2025
9:00am
July 7th - 11th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Science, technology, engineering, art, and math will be explored through collaborations and creations. Our campers will be challenged to innovate, invent, and put their creative minds to work!
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: In A Galaxy Far, Far Away
July 14, 2025
9:00am
July 14th - 18th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
This kid-friendly camp combines outer space and Star Wars. This camp will inspire children through discovery, games, Legos, art, and so much more.
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: Artists on Duty
July 21, 2025
9:00am
July 21st - 25th | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
Come ready to roll up your sleeves as we explore our inner artists and create individual masterpieces. Each day will be dedicated to learning about a different art medium, including drawing, painting, collaging, and more!
We offer 15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Morning: Experimentation Nation (MEMBERS)
July 28, 2025
9:00am
July 28th - Aug 1st | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
This camp will show children the wonders of science and exploration through interactive & hands-on activities, we will participate in experiments and learn how to make predictions, draw conclusions, and problem-solve.
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
*A Kids Garden membership must be active or can be purchased for $100
Summer Camp Morning: Experimentation Nation (NON-MEMBER)
July 28, 2025
9:00am
July 28th - Aug 1st | 9:00am - 1:00pm OR 3:00pm | Ages 3-12 | Snack & lunch included
This camp will show children the wonders of science and exploration through interactive & hands-on activities, we will participate in experiments and learn how to make predictions, draw conclusions, and problem-solve.
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same full week. Add a sibling package when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
June 2, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
June 9, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
June 16, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
June 23, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
June 30, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
July 7, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
July 14, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
July 21, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Summer Camp Afternoon
July 28, 2025
1:30pm
Weekly | June 2nd - August 1st | 1:30-5:30 | Ages 3-12 | Snack included
Our afternoon camp includes a full week of Art Lab & Studio Classes. Artists will explore, experiment & expand their creative imaginations!
M: Meet Your Muck
T: Art Exploration
W: Recycled Building & Eco Art
Th: Paint & Create
F: Friday Fun
15% off siblings, only if both children are signed up for the same week. Add when you book.
Join Junior Explorers Club
Our Junior Explorers Club is the next generation of Kids Garden, offering camps for children ages 5-12 years old. Campers will enjoy daily art projects, team games, outdoor play, and more!
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Lego Master Building
June 2, 2025
8:30am
June 2nd-6th | 8:30am - 4:30pm | Ages 5-12 | Snack & lunch included
Our Lego Master Building camp is where imagination meets engineering! Our camp is designed for children who enjoy building, creating, and exploring with Legos and other materials. Each day, campers will be guided through a variety of exciting activities and challenges that encourage creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving skills.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Wildlife, Nature & Farming
June 9, 2025
8:30am
June 9th-13th | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Campers will delve into the wonders of nature, learning about ecosystems and sustainability through hands-on activities like wildlife tracking, organic farming, and crafting with natural materials. They'll get their hands dirty in our garden, gaining essential skills for sustainable living while fostering a deep appreciation for the natural world.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Geologist Rock
June 16, 2025
8:30am
June 16th-20th | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Get ready to dig in deep as we discover all of the amazing aspects of Earth Science! Our campers will have the opportunity to uncover the secrets of the earth through hands-on exploration and discovery. They'll learn how to identify different types of rocks and minerals, study geological formations, and understand the processes that shape the world around us.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Sea, Sand & Surf
June 23, 2025
8:30am
June 23rd-27th | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Get ready to dive head-first into a world of aquatic adventures! This camp offers a variety of engaging games, arts, and crafts that celebrate the spirit of summer.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Nature of the Lowcountry
June 30, 2025
8:30am
June 30th - July 3rd | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Our Nature of the Lowcountry camp is for children who are eager to discover the wonders of our rich coastal region. From coastal wetlands and maritime forests to sandy beaches and tidal creeks, there's a world of wonder waiting to be explored.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Mad Scientist
July 7, 2025
8:30am
July 7th-11th | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Through engaging workshops, interactive demonstrations, and exciting experiments, Our Mad Scientist camp provides provides a dynamic environment for campers to unleash their inner scientists. This camp is sure to ignite curiosity and creativity in the fascinating world of science!
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Star Wars Galaxy
July 14, 2025
8:30am
July 14th-18th | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Set against the backdrop of the vast Star Wars galaxy, our campers will be transported to a realm of adventure, imagination, and intergalactic exploration. With iconic planets, legendary characters, and thrilling adventures awaiting, our campers will engage in a variety of exciting activities inspired by the Star Wars saga.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: The Art Box
July 21, 2025
8:30am
July 21st-25th | 8:30-4:30 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
This camp is for young artists to unleash their imagination and creativity! From drawing and painting to sculpture and mixed media, there's a wealth of artistic techniques and mediums we’ll explore, allowing campers to discover their unique artistic voice.
Junior Explorers Summer Camp: Experimentation Nation
July 28, 2025
8:30am
July 28th - Aug. 1st | 8:30-4:00 | Ages 5 -12 | Snack & lunch included
Discover the magic of science! Campers will explore the wonders of science through hands-on experiments and interactive activities. They'll develop creativity, problem-solving skills, and learn to make predictions and draw conclusions—all while having fun!
Book Parent's Night Out
Enjoy a well-deserved break with Kids Garden's Parents Night Out! Our trusted team ensures your kids have a fantastic evening filled with fun activities, while you take the night off to relax or enjoy a date night."
Parent's Night Out
August 2, 2025
4:00pm
Join us for our favorite night of the month! During Parent's Night Out, children will enjoy a special night just for them with themed games, crafts, and, as always, plenty of space to play! The PNO special includes three hours between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and a pizza dinner.
Pricing:
$40 for one child
$65 for two
$75 for three
*Only for ages 2 and up
*Space is limited. A non-refundable payment is required to reserve your child's spot. Thank you for understanding!
Parent's Night Out
September 6, 2025
4:00pm
Join us for our favorite night of the month! During Parent's Night Out, children will enjoy a special night just for them with themed games, crafts, and, as always, plenty of space to play! The PNO special includes three hours between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. and a pizza dinner.
Pricing:
$40 for one child
$65 for two
$75 for three
*Only for ages 2 and up
*Space is limited. A non-refundable payment is required to reserve your child's spot. Thank you for understanding!
How to Enroll in Preschool
Learn our steps to enroll your child in our preschool program at Kids Garden to kickstart their educational journey with a rich blend of play-based learning, social development, and foundational academics, all tailored to nurture young minds.
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Registration Form
If you are already registered at our Kids Garden Summerville location, you can skip this step. Registration is family based, so you only need to complete registration one time per year to access all our programs, including preschool.
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Preschool Enrollment Form
This form will alert our team about your intent to enroll, and will help us learn more about your child and your preferred schedule, payment packages of choice, and more about your child's needs.
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Required Paperwork
To ensure the safety and smooth functioning of our programs, the state of South Carolina requires this nessesary form to gather essential information about your child, such as:
Required by the State of South Carolina
Emergency Contacts & Procedures
Immunizations and Exemptions
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Reserve a Preschool Preview
Interested in preschool? Reserve your child for an initial preschool preview. This does not guarantee your child's preschool spot. Upon pickup, a Kids Garden teacher will review your child's day and discuss the best packages and programs to fit your child and family schedule.
Online booking is not available for this program. Please call Kids Garden Summerville for availability or check out our other classes and programs!
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Take a Tour of Our Learning Center Creativity Is At the Heart Of Our Center & Everything We Do
Seeing is believing, and we invite you to witness firsthand the magic of Kids Garden. Book a tour today, explore our facilities, meet our dedicated team, and learn more about our programs. Join us at Kids Garden, where every day is an opportunity for your child to thrive, create, and discover. Let's nurture their potential together, one playful moment at a time.
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Why Kids Garden
Kids Garden is a nurturing, natural environment flooded with sun light, living plants, textural elements, wooden structures and a consistent artistic expression. All backed by rich educational theories, green practices, diverse curriculum, creative arts and the freedom drop in to new experiences. A secure environment that stimulates minds and energizes bodies through amazing social interactions. A magical, whimsical place where experiments are encouraged and exploration is the constant.
Kids Garden Preschool
Kids Garden's preschool is centered around children ages 2-5 years old, where we seamlessly blend Montessori and Reggio methods to cultivate holistic growth. Through play-based learning, children develop positive socialization, fine motor skills, and effective communication techniques. Our curriculum goes beyond basics, introducing math concepts, reading comprehension, and even yoga for physical and emotional well-being. Join us in fostering a love for learning and exploration in every child!
FAQs
Yes! Kids Garden provides a sibling discount when a family brings both children to the center together. If you choose to become a member, both children will receive discounted hourly rates and access to discounted hourly packages.
We are a shoe-free facility, so your child must wear socks at all times. We have plenty of new pairs available for purchase if you forget. For younger children still in diapers or pull-ups, please bring diapers, wipes, a sippy cup and a spare change of clothes. You are welcome to use one of our storage cubbies to stash shoes, jackets, and other personal items. We kindly ask that your child's items are labeled such as their water bottle, bag or backpack, diapers and wipes. Please give all items needed to a teacher upon drop off to ensure we have everything your little one needs. If you don't have these items at drop off, it's okay! We got you! We sell diapers, snacks and can provide water cups to give you peace of mind that you can drop in anytime. We do not allow outside food or beverages (except water).Please speak with a team member if your child has dietary needs or restrictions.
YES! We are here for the spontaneous moments or when you just need a break for some me time. Kids Garden provides a fun and interactive learning place for your children. Drop the little ones off and enjoy some productive time away and return to happy, worn out kiddos.
Comfortable clothing that can get messy! They’ll be learning through sensory activities, arts and organized crafts that may involve anything from paints and glue to sand and even mud. While they’re sure to have fun, there’s no guarantee their clothes will remain spotless, so please dress them accordingly.
We serve balanced, nutritious meals and snacks everyday at Kids Garden. We do not permit outside food, but rather provide healthy and organic (when possible) sandwiches, fruits, veggies and whole grains that are available daily for a small fee.
For safety and health reasons, we do not allow any outside toys or food. Small children may bring a soft blanket or other small comfort item, but we ask that you leave all other possessions at home or in a storage cubby in our welcome area. Kids Garden has dedicated extensive research to sourcing the best, non-toxic toys and products for our eco-friendly center. Our play space is a time for new discovery and we encourage children to engage in new activities and experience natural materials.
We've Got You! Hear From parents who have found peace of mind in the garden
