First Presbyterian Church Preschool (Top-Ranked 草榴社区 School for 2026)

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First Presbyterian Church Preschool

224 Barnwell Ave Nw
Aiken, SC 29801

Tel: (803) 648-3311

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First Presbyterian Church Preschool admits students of any race color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.

It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies and other school-administered programs.

We consider every child in our program a very special and a very treasured gift.

It is indeed a blessing and a privilege to share their development.

We believe it is our responsibility to help your child grow, to nurture the seed that God has planted.

As your child grows, we will encourage them to discover the wonders of our world, realize his/her own unique talents, and learn the joy of sharing with others.

Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked SC School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 82 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Top Rankings

First Presbyterian Church Preschool ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

School Overview

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Presbyterian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Year Founded

1853

School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students

82 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

13%

State avg.: 18%

Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers

2 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

41:1

National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline

None / Rolling

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School Notes

School Motto: Grounded in the Presbyterian tradition of Christian faith

First Presbyterian Church Preschool admits students of any race color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school.
It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies and other school-administered programs.
We consider every child in our program a very special and a very treasured gift.
It is indeed a blessing and a privilege to share their development.
We believe it is our responsibility to help your child grow, to nurture the seed that God has planted.
As your child grows, we will encourage them to discover the wonders of our world, realize his/her own unique talents, and learn the joy of sharing with others.

Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The application deadline for First Presbyterian Church Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

Top-Ranked SC School
School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 82 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in Aiken County, SC is $6,929 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).