A warm, sunlit childcare room with children's artwork on the walls and cozy reading nooks

A close-up of a child's hands building with colorful blocks

15+ Years Nurturing
Little Minds

About Us

More Than Childcare —
A Second Home

When you drop your child off at Aunt Sarah's, you're not leaving them in a facility — you're placing them in a home. A home where the floors are scraped-knee proof, the snacks are homemade, and every child is known by name, not by number.

Aunt Sarah built this program from a simple conviction: that the best early learning happens when a child feels safe enough to explore, loved enough to try, and free enough to be themselves. That belief hasn't changed — only the number of families who've come to share it.

Home Environment Warm, residential setting — no institutional feel

Rooted in Community Proudly serving Turbeville and nearby families

Developmentally Grounded Age-appropriate activities that spark real growth

Our Programs

Care Tailored to
Every Stage

From those first wobbly steps to the confident strides of a kindergartener, each program is designed to meet your child exactly where they are.

Toddlers engaged in a sensory play activity with water and cups

Ages 6 weeks – 2 years

Infant Care

Gentle, responsive care for your youngest. Low ratios, skin-to-skin comfort, and a rhythm built around feeding, napping, and bonding — because the first months shape everything.

One-on-one feeding & diapering
Sensory-rich environment
Individual sleep & feeding schedules

Toddlers painting and creating with large sheets of paper at a low table

Ages 2 – 3 years

Toddler Exploration

This is the age of why — and we meet it with curiosity, patience, and plenty of floor time. Messy play, early language, and the beginning of social skills, all at their pace.

Language-rich daily interactions
Guided social & emotional learning
Outdoor exploration & gross motor play

Preschool children gathered around a table doing a hands-on science activity

Ages 3 – 5 years

Pre-Kindergarten

Building the foundation for school — and for life. Phonics, numbers, creative expression, and collaborative projects that prepare your child not just to enter a classroom, but to thrive in one.

Early literacy & numeracy foundations
Creative arts & imaginative play
School-readiness skill development

Our Approach

The Kind of Care
That Sticks With Them

We don't follow a rigid curriculum or a ticking clock. We follow the child. Every day is structured, yes — but the structure bends to your child's energy, interests, and emotional needs.

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Relationship-First

Your child learns best when they trust the adults around them. We build that trust through consistency, warmth, and genuine presence — not perfection.

02

Play as Purpose

Play isn't a break from learning — it is learning. Every block, song, and muddy puddle is an opportunity for cognitive, social, and emotional growth.

03

Partnership with Parents

You're the expert on your child. We're the expert on early development. Together, we create a consistent, supportive environment at home and here.

Children playing in a sunny outdoor yard with colorful play equipment

A caregiver reading a picture book to a small group of attentive children

Families Like Yours

What Parents
Say About Us

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We were nervous about finding the right fit for our daughter, but from the very first visit, Aunt Sarah made us feel at ease. She treats every child like her own — and it shows in how happy our girl is every afternoon.

Parent of a toddler Turbeville, SC

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The communication is what sets this place apart. I always know what my son did, ate, and learned that day. It's the kind of attention you can't fake — and it's made all the difference for our family.

Parent of a preschooler Fairfax, SC

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My son started as a shy, clinging infant. Now he's a confident kindergartener who can't wait to go to school. Aunt Sarah's gave him the roots he needed — and we're endlessly grateful.

Parent of a graduate Bamberg County

Get in Touch

We'd Love to
Hear From You

Whether you have a question, want to schedule a tour, or just need to talk through what your child needs — reach out. We're here.

Address 1329 Pope St, Turbeville, SC 29162-8709

Phone (843) 659-5437

Hours Monday – Friday, 7:00 AM – 6:00 PM

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Your Child Deserves a Beginning
Built on Love, Not Just Supervision

More Than Childcare —
A Second Home