1. Education

South Carolina Schools

Private schools offer just about every education option you can imagine. Browse the choices available in South Carolina. Visit schools virtually to get an overview and sense of what they offer. See what teaching methods and curricula are available. Links to state education departments and much more are included.

Aiken Preparatory School, Aiken

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PK-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Aiken Preparatory School teaches an enriched preparatory curriculum in a community which prizes diversity and self-discipline. The school was founded in 1916.

Ashley Hall, Charleston

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: Nursery/K-12
School Type: Coeducational/girls, day school
Comments: Ashley Hall gives young women a comprehensive educational experience which prepares them for life.

Beaufort Academy, Beaufort

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PL-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Beaufort Academy cultivates the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, creative and physical development of its students. Small class sizes, strong academics and well-rounded curriculum are the essence of the Academy.

Ben Lippen Schools, Columbia

Religious affiliation: Christian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, boarding/day school
Comments: Ben Lippen Schools provide the guidance students need in the formative years to incorporate the teachings of moral and spiritual values of the Christian church in an intellectual, social and emotional environment.

Cambridge Academy, Greenwood

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Cambridge Academy is dedicated to equipping children with the skills necessary to become lifelong learners and participating members of society. The school was founded in 1968.

Camden Military Academy, Camden, SC

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 7-12, PG
School Type: Boys, boarding school
Comments: Camden Military Academy offers young men a solid military preparation in addition to an intensive college preparatory program. The Academy has been in operation since 1892.

Cardinal Newman High School, Columbia

Religious affiliation: Catholic
Grades: 9-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Cardinal Newman High School provides the guidance a Catholic student needs in the formative years to incorporate the teachings of moral and spiritual values of the Catholic Church in an intellectual, social and emotional environment.

Charleston Collegiate School, John's Island

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Charleston Collegiate School offers a traditional liberal arts curriculum combined with strong arts and athletics components. The school was founded in 1970.

Dorchester Academy, St. George

Religious affiliation: Christian
Grades: K-8
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Dorchester Academy combines traditional Christian teachings with solid academics to stimulate and inspire young minds in their formative years. The school was established in 1966.

First Baptist Church School, Charleston

Religious affiliation: Christian
Grades: PK-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: First Baptist Church School educates its students academically as well as develops each child to the fullest extent socially, emotionally and spiritually.

Glenforest School, Cayce

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Glenforest School server students with dyslexia, attention deficit disorder and attention deficit disorder with hyperactivity.

Heathwood Hall Episcopal School, Columbia

Religious affiliation: Episcopal
Grades: N-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Heathwood Hall Episcopal School teaches an enriched preparatory curriculum in a community which prizes diversity and self-discipline. The school was founded in 1951.

Hilton Head Christian Academy, Hilton Head Island

Religious affiliation: Christian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Hilton Head Christian Academy combines traditional Christian teachings with solid academics to stimulate and inspire young minds in their formative years. The Academy was established in 1979.

Hilton Head Preparatory School, Hilton Head Island

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 1-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Hilton Head Preparatory School prepares children to embrace the opportunities and responsibilities they will face as global citizens by providing a quality education.

Holly Hill Academy, Holly Hill

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PK-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Holly Hill Academy offers a traditional liberal arts curriculum combined with strong arts and athletics components. The school was founded in 1970.

The Montessori School of Camden, Camden

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: N-6
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: The Montessori School of Camden develops creative thinking, independent learning and problem-solving skills according to the teachings of Dr. Maria Montessori. The school was established in 1979.

Montessori Day School, North Charleston

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PK-5
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments:Montessori Day School educates the whole child with teacher-guided learning according to the principles of Maria Montessori.

Pinewood Preparatory School, Summerville

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: PK-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Pinewood Preparatory School teaches an enriched preparatory curriculum in a community which prizes diversity and self-discipline. The school was founded in 1952.

Porter-Gaud School, Charleston

Religious affiliation: Episcopal
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Porter-Gaud School cultivates the spiritual, intellectual, emotional, creative and physical development of its students. Small class sizes, strong academics and well-rounded curriculum are the essence of Porter-Gaud School. The present school can trace it roots back to 1867.

Saint Anthony Catholic School, Florence

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-8
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Saint Anthony Catholic School provides the guidance a Catholic student needs in the formative years to incorporate the teachings of moral and spiritual values of the Catholic Church in an intellectual, social and emotional environment.

Saint Joseph's High School, Greenville

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: 6-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Saint Joseph's High School gives its students a challenging, dynamic high school experience which provides a solid foundation for achievements in later life. The school is a private Catholic high school which was founded in 1993.

Spartanburg Day School, Spartanburg

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Spartanburg Day School is dedicated to equipping children with the skills necessary to become lifelong learners and participating members of society.

Trident Academy, Mount Pleasant

Religious affiliation: Nonsectarian
Grades: K-12
School Type: Coeducational, day school
Comments: Trident Academy serves children with learning disabilities. It has the programs and qualified teachers to ensure positive outcomes.

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