Kids Garden Columbia
Private
Kids Garden Columbia, on Forest Drive, is a drop-in childcare and learning center whose summer camps run on weekly themes ranging from ancient civilizations to the natural world. Younger children ages 3 and up join a preschool-oriented summer program, while the Junior Explorers Club serves ages 5-12 with daily art projects, team games and outdoor play. The center uses STEAM activities within Montessori-based methods and offers flexible, hourly scheduling with a $40 annual family registration fee.
The practical details
We list only what the camp itself publishes, and programs change — dates, prices, ages and availability can all move after we check. Confirm the details on the camp’s own website and contact Kids Garden Columbia directly before you register or pay. Last checked August 2026.
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★★★★★Makayla HarrisMy daughter recently started going here for summer care and we LOVE Kids Garden so much! We’ve had a really bad daycare experience in the past in a different state, so we were a little nervous taking her to a new daycare. The staff at Kids Garden immediately made us feel so much more at ease, and everyone is genuinely so nice and caring. We’re so grateful that we found this gem, I highly recommend! Our daughter is a total homebody, but she even wakes up early and gets ready because she’s so excited to go to daycare!
★★★★★Jay YimWe are first time parents and were very selective on choosing a daycare for our son as it can be difficult to entrust someone else with the care and attention for your kids. However, Cameron and her team have constructed a thorough and robust program that will not only guarantee the safety of your children but also further their development. Kids Garden teams' communication and understanding are also exceptional; their ability to empathize with any of your concerns or qualms can be therapeutic for "granola" parents.
★★★★★Melanie BuschKids Garden has been such a great help for our family! We know our daughter is well taken care of and she has a blast whenever she goes! We are so thankful for a kind and friendly staff. Highly recommend for families looking for a great daycare!
★★★★★Laura EasterlingThey truly exceed expectations. If I could give 10 stars, I would. As a former Early Childhood educator, I researched extensively and asked countless questions before enrolling our child—and I can honestly say I don’t have a single negative thing to share. Knowing my child is safe, cared for, and learning while I’m able to take a break brings such peace of mind. We are beyond grateful for Kids Garden and the incredible care they provide.
★★★★★Dezundria WilliamsMoving to a new state with little ones can be incredibly overwhelming, but finding Kids Garden in Columbia was truly a blessing for our family. From the moment we stepped in, the staff welcomed us with open arms and made us feel like part of their community. The space itself is beautiful, clean, and thoughtfully designed with kids in mind. Every day, my child comes home smiling and excited to go back—something I couldn’t have imagined so soon after our move. I’m beyond grateful for the nurturing environment at Kids Garden and the amazing team who made this big transition so much easier for our whole family.