At Westminster Preschool, we will strive to help each child grow into a happy, constructive and independent learner who is ready and eager for learning.
Please see our website for detailed information or find us on Facebook @WPSCharleston!
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 82 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten
Year Founded
1964
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
82 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
15%
State avg.: 18%
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
7%
Average Class Size
10 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Please see our website for specific tuition information by class:
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Arts and Music Programs:
Recreational Athletic Programs:
STEAM Ahead
Arts and Music Programs:
Art SmartEat and Explore
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Kids Yoga
School Notes
- School Mascot: Not Mentioned
- Westminster`s program offers creative hands-on learning, self-esteem enhancement, peer socialization in large and small groups, and a commitment to each child`s growth and education.
- We are a half day program with options for early drop off and extended day learning programs.
- The majority of classroom Lead Teachers hold advanced degrees in Early Childhood Education. There are teacher assistants for each of our 2-year-old classes. All staff members are required to participate in faculty in-service meetings and training. All teachers and staff are certified in Red Cross CPR and First Aid andare required to complete Child Protection Training and undergo background checks.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Westminster Presbyterian Preschool often compared to?
Westminster Presbyterian Preschool is often viewed alongside schools like St. Andrews Presbyterian Weekday School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Westminster Presbyterian Preschool?
The application deadline for Westminster Presbyterian Preschool is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Westminster Presbyterian Preschool located?
Westminster Presbyterian Preschool is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other private schools located in West Ashley.
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: Westminster Presbyterian Preschool vs. St. Andrews Presbyterian Weekday School
The nearest high school to Westminster Presbyterian Preschool is Harvest Time International Academy (3.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is Trinity Montessori School (0.4 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1293 Orange Grove Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 124 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Addlestone Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
1639 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1105
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1105
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 59 students Tuition listed
1601 Sam Rittenberg Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-1621
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-1621
1.6 miles
Gr: NS | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
13 Oakdale Pl
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 573-1033
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 573-1033
2.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Ashley River Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1101 Savannah Highway
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-2681
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-2681
2.7 miles
Gr: NS | 150 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Harvest Time International Academy
(Christian)
227 Huger St
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 647-5911
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 647-5911
3.2 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 7 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
172 Rutledge Avenue
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-4088
Charleston, SC 29403
(843) 722-4088
3.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 728 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 12 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Porter-Gaud School ![Porter-Gaud School Photo - From the earliest grades to the Upper School, Porter-Gaud students learn from faculty members whose love of their subject areas is infectious.]( "Porter-Gaud School Photo - From the earliest grades to the Upper School, Porter-Gaud students learn from faculty members whose love of their subject areas is infectious.")
(Episcopal)
300 Albemarle Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-3620
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-3620
3.9 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 1,059 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
15 Crosscreek Drive
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-1762
Charleston, SC 29412
(843) 795-1762
4.5 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 282 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
48 Meeting St
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 722-6646
Charleston, SC 29401
(843) 722-6646
4.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 497 students Tuition listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1293 Orange Grove Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 124 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
Addlestone Hebrew Academy
(Jewish)
1639 Raoul Wallenberg Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1105
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 571-1105
1.6 miles
Gr: K-8 | 59 students Tuition listed
13 Oakdale Pl
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 573-1033
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 573-1033
2.4 miles
Gr: K-8 | 155 students Avg. class size: 18 students Sports: 3 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
1101 Savannah Hwy, Charleston
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-4480
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-4480
2.7 miles
Gr: K-8 | 158 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
3377 Ridgeway St
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-5087
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-5087
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 62 students Avg. class size: 18 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
1293 Orange Grove Rd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-6686
0.4 miles
Gr: PK-3 | 124 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 8 Tuition listed
1601 Sam Rittenberg Blvd
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-1621
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-1621
1.6 miles
Gr: NS | 86 students Avg. class size: 10 students Extracurrculars: 4 Tuition listed
Ashley River Child Development Center
Daycare / Preschool (Baptist)
1101 Savannah Highway
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-2681
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 556-2681
2.7 miles
Gr: NS | 150 students
3377 Ridgeway St
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-5087
North Charleston, SC 29405
(843) 744-5087
2.7 miles
Gr: PK-1 | 62 students Avg. class size: 18 students
7 Saint Teresa Dr
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-2128
Charleston, SC 29407
(843) 766-2128
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 285 students
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
(Math: 40-49% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
1960 Jane Edwards Road
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 559-4171
Edisto Island, SC 29438
(843) 559-4171
8709.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 92 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1 Minority enrollment: 56%
(Math: 15% | Reading: 29%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
5117 Baptist Hill Road
Hollywood, SC 29449
(843) 889-2277
Hollywood, SC 29449
(843) 889-2277
8712.3 miles
Gr: 6-12 | 507 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1 Minority enrollment: 94%
(Math: 20-29% | Reading: 30-39%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
6133 Maybank Highway
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
(843) 559-1182
Wadmalaw Island, SC 29487
(843) 559-1182
8712.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 165 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 51%
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
5540 Old Jacksonboro Road
Ravenel, SC 29470
(843) 889-9411
Ravenel, SC 29470
(843) 889-9411
8713.8 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 366 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 90%
(Math: 66% | Reading: 60%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
324 Gnarly Oak Lane
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-5201
Summerville, SC 29485
(843) 695-5201
8714.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 1,169 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
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