Downtown Greenville, Greenville City & Taylors Preschools

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Childcare Center

At First Presbyterian Academy Preschool, each child receives instruction with sensitivity toward developmental stages.  Students remain active and engaged throughout the day.  In addition to a challenging academic program, students are also nurtured in their social and emotional needs according to a biblical worldview.  Related classes include Music, Physical Education, Chapel and Art.

Garlington Road K3 & K4 Crusader Station:

• Little Crusaders will attend classes at the brand, new Crusader Station Campus that includes an engine car, train car, and a caboose – all joined by a beautiful, large deck in the middle. 
• Each railway car will house two classrooms that are adjoined by a middle space holding bathrooms and cubbies. 
• All classrooms are outfitted with state-of-the-art whiteboards and projectors. New IT security is in place and all doors are locked at all times.  Only staff with badges are able to gain access.
• The preschool and playground is fully fenced and gated. All new playground equipment provides our little Crusaders a fun place to socialize and play! 

The Academy Downtown offers programs for children K2 – K4, K5 (Kindergarten) and 1st Grade.  Related Arts classes include:
K2 – Music and Physical Education
K3 – Music, Physical Education and Art
K4, K5 and 1st Grade – Music, Physical Education, Art, and STEM

Inquire at firstpresacademy.com

Does your life not always fit a set schedule?  Good news, your child’s preschool experience doesn’t have to either!

Giggles Drop-In Childcare has a new easy going preschool program that is perfect for your child’s first preschool experience or if you simply need something that can be adapted to your changing schedule.  We focus on lesson plans that teach the fundamentals in short, play based activities. For children ages 2-5.

Our preschool program is just like a daycare or mother’s morning out program, but with a twist. With our program, you choose when to come and for how long. It’s preschool on your schedule. Come one day per week or all 5. Can’t drop off or pick up at the same time each day?  No problem.  We are flexible!

Who? Kids ages 2-5
When? Any hours between 7:30 AM to 2:00 PM Labor day to Memorial Day
How Much? There is a $25 Registration Fee to enroll and then you can pay hourly, use an hours package, purchase a membership or purchase preschool weekly-

• 4 hours per day 5 days per week for $200 for the first child and $150 for siblings
• 6 hours per day 5 days per week for $300 for the first child and $225 for siblings.

Greenville Explorers Academy Preschool is a licensed (#25529) preschool located in the heart of downtown Greenville.

World Explorers is dedicated to building community in the staff, families, and children they serve. They focus on the whole child experience including attention to healthy eating; physical fitness; access to math, science, and technology; and an appreciation for literature and art that reflects children in their own image.

Explorers Academy Preschool offers engaging creative curriculum to engage each individual child; added enrichment including yoga, music, and creative movement; wholesome meals and snacks; flexible summer extension camp – register only for the weeks you need!

Camps: When School Is Out We are In! Ages 2 and up.

Drop off after school childcare: Flexible, affordable, and educational. Ages 5 and Up

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Offers: K3 – 8th grade

For over 45 years, Mitchell Road Christian Academy has upheld a tradition of academic excellence, character development, and spiritual formation for students in K3-8th grade. We provide a safe environment with caring, accessible, and experienced teachers who challenge and nurture students. MRCA offers half-day Early Education programs as well as half and full-day options for our K5 classes. After-school care is available until 6 pm.

MRCA’s goal for our preschool students is to give them a love for learning and lay the groundwork for academic growth and character development through our biblical worldview instruction. Our teachers plan child-focused learning units to cultivate a child’s curiosity. We value the unique qualities each child brings to our school!

Visit our website to see how Mitchell Road Christian Academy can partner with your family. Click here to learn about our admissions process. Call 864-268-2210 or email admissions@mitchellroadchristian.org for more information. We look forward to meeting you!

San Souci Academy is a K3 and K4 preschool. At Sans Souci Academy, we believe young children learn through play! The classroom has centers (such as House, Block, and Art Center, etc.) which provide learning opportunities for social experiences, imaginative play and fosters creativity.  The students have daily opportunities for gross motor play on the playground or gym activities.  Small Groups are a time when Math and Literacy is the focus, but activities are presented in an age appropriate and fun, exciting way.  

One of the most important things San Souci Academy focuses on is social/emotional goals such as sharing, taking turns, and cooperatively playing.  Once children have mastered most social/emotional, age-appropriate goals, then they are able to really focus on academic success—whether that’s now or later. 

We can’t wait to partner with you to help your child grow! 

For early registration, go to the San Souci Academy website. Also, for more information or to schedule a tour of our facility contact us at: [email protected] or 864.233.4558. 

New to Sans Souci Academy! A K5 class will start August 8, 2023.

Offers: Pre-K – High School

An independent college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Christ Church Episcopal School is one of the Greenville, SC area’s most prestigious academic institutions, serving approximately 1,150 students in grades K5-12.

If you are looking for a school that will offer your child an educational experience unlike any other in the Upstate, a school that will educate the whole child – intellectually, spiritually, morally, and physically – then you will want to consider becoming a part of the CCES family.

Find out more at CCES!

Offers: Pre-K – High School

An independent college preparatory school in the Episcopal tradition, Christ Church Episcopal School is one of the Greenville, SC area’s most prestigious academic institutions, serving approximately 1,150 students in grades K5-12.

If you are looking for a school that will offer your child an educational experience unlike any other in the Upstate, a school that will educate the whole child – intellectually, spiritually, morally, and physically – then you will want to consider becoming a part of the CCES family.

Find out more at CCES!

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Childcare Centers

Offers: Ages 1-4

St. Giles offers an enriching Preschool program focusing on Emergent Literacy which includes reading, writing, speaking, listening. We also focus on Math, Art, Music, Creativity, and Play. We nurture children as they grow in their ability to manage their behavior, develop language, interact with friends and teachers, as well as grow in their academic skills.

St. Giles offers classes for ages 1-4 with 2,3, and 5 day programs. Classes are 9 am – 12 pm with an optional late stay Monday-Thursday from 12-1 pm.

Email St. Giles at [email protected] or visit them at St. Giles!

Offers: Full-day program with music-based curriculum for ages 3-5.

Offers: MMO, K3, K4 with multiple schedule options
Late stay options are available

Offers: Programs for infants through K4.

Offers: 2 and 4 day programs for toddlers-4 year olds

Hampton Park Christian School in Greenville offers curriculum, education, and programming for K5 through 12th Grade.

Primrose School of  Greenville offers balanced learning and curriculum for infants through Kindergarten.

Offers: K3- K5; Hands-on, project-based curriculum

Offers: A half-day drop-in program for kids 6 months – 5 years

Full day childcare program for children 6 weeks through 4 years of age, plus an after-school program.

The after school program offers children aged 5-12 foreign language and culture exploration through the Passport to Adventure Club.

St. Mary’s Catholic School in Greenville offers academics and programming for children in 3K through 8th grade.

Full day childcare for children 6 weeks through 4 years of age.

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Private Schools

Upstate Montessori Academy offers a Montessori education for students in 2K through 3rd grade. 2K and 3K have half-day or full-day programs, and 4K through 3rd grade has a full-day program.

2023 KABOOM Family Favorites Finalist: Childcare Center

Ivybrook Academy is a nationally-recognized, NAEYC-accredited Montessori and Reggio Emilia inspired half-day preschool for children 18 months through transitional kindergarten. The school offers both morning and afternoon sessions and an award-winning curriculum with everything from yoga to organic gardening, to music and foreign languages.

Offers: Infants through kindergarten. Located in the Five Forks area.

Offers: Toddler -K5

Offers: Full-day childcare for 6 weeks through 5 years old. Also offers after-school care for kids up to 12 years of age.

Offers: Infant – K5
Practices an Abeka curriculum

Our Lady of the Rosary Catholic School in Greenville offers a classical program through the Catholic faith for children in Kindergarten through 12th Grade.

Prince of Peace Catholic School in Taylors is the primary apostolate of Prince of Peace Parish to offer a curriculum based on the teaching of the Catholic faith. Programs and curriculum are available for K4 – 8th Grades, and K4 has the option of a half-day or full-day.

Offers: K2, K3, K4 (ages 2 – 5)

Offers: K2 – K5, half day with 3 or 4 day options

Offers: Infants – Pre K

Offers: Programs for 6 months – 5 years old

Offers: Ages 1 – 4
Monday – Thursday; 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM

Offers: 3-4 years old, various ministry preschool programs throughout the week.

Offers: Parent’s Day Out program and K3-K5

Affiliated with Taylors First Baptist Church.

Offers: Moms Day Out (9 am – 2 pm Monday through Friday) for birth-3
K3-K5 (half-day with the option of late stay until 2 pm)

Offering full-day childcare for children 12 weeks through kindergarten. Also offering after-school childcare for kids up to 12 years old.

Carolina Preparatory School in Greenville offers small class sizes, creative teaching, and a nurturing environment for 6 weeks old through 5th grade. There are Full Day, Full Week options and Full Day, Partial Week options for attendance.

Offers: Infant-K4, half day

Primrose School of Midtown Greenville offers balanced learning and curriculum for infants through Kindergarten.