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Secular Schools

Are looking for a private school in the Greenville area that is not religiously affiliated? Here’s a list of secular private schools in and around Greenville. This list includes preschool through middle school, plus a school for kids with special needs!

Private secular schools near Greenville, South Carolina

Guide to private schools in Greenville, SC and Spartanburg, SC

For a full list of private schools in Greenville, check out our Ultimate Guide to Private Schools in Greenville and Upstate, SC.

Five Oaks Academy

SPONSORED 864.228.1881| | 1101 Jonesville Road, Simpsonville, SC

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Offers: Toddler (half day) – Middle School

Five Oaks Academy is accredited by the South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA) and is the only Montessori school in the area that offers a cohesive program from toddler through eighth grade. With over 36 countries represented, the global community within Five Oaks Academy (FOA) and its unique research-based approach to education give students an educational experience you won’t find anywhere else.

FOA is a welcoming environment that focuses on creating original thinkers and encourages students to develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills. Understanding that each child has his own learning style and interests, students at FOA are treated as individuals. A low student:teacher ratio allows each child to receive a customized education. Students explore mathematics, literature, history, science, geography, and the arts in a creative and research-based manner.

Along with a challenging academic curriculum, the program fosters the development of time management skills and helps students learn to prioritize their responsibilities. Additionally, students discover and develop their own unique talents and strengths. Most importantly, FOA strives to foster students’ curiosity and love of learning so they become lifelong learners. Our goal is for our students to have success not only in the classroom but in the real world as well.

Find out more at Five Oaks Academy!

Camperdown Academy

864.244.8899 | 65 Verdae Commons Drive, Greenville, SC

Camperdown Academy is a special education school located in Greenville that offers education and support for students with dyslexia and language-based learning differences in grades 1-8.

Montessori Academy of Spartanburg

864.585.3046 | 384 South Spring Street, Spartanburg, SC

Montessori Academy of Spartanburg provides a developmentally appropriate environment for students ranging from 8 weeks through the 8th grade.

The Haynsworth School

864.235.3010 | 228 East Park Avenue, Greenville, SC

The Haynsworth School in Greenville offers a nurturing and stimulating educational environment for K-2 through 3rd grade.

Spartanburg Day School

864.582.7539 | 1701 Skylyn Drive, Spartanburg, SC

Spartanburg Day School is a nationally-accredited independent school, offering curriculum and programming for 3K through 12th grade.

Mountain Montessori

864.610.2887 | 405 Tanyard Road, Greenville, SC

Offers: Montessori education for ages 3 – 6.

 

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