SSUMC Preschool & Kindergarten is a loving, stimulating and safe environment for children aged 12 months to 5 years old.
Our half-day school provides learning opportunities beyond the standard curriculum.
Accredited by Cognia (formerly AdvancED/SACS), our innovative program includes an Outdoor Classroom and Kindergarten instruction.
We focus on meeting each child where they are and encouraging them along a continuum of skill acquisition.
It is our mission to prepare each child spiritually, socially, emotionally, intellectually and physically for elementary school, church and life among others in a constantly changing world. Come see what we're all about!
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1963
Student Body
Total Students
93 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
9%
State avg.: 28%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Jan. 23 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Quoted Rate is Annual Tuition for Kindergarten; please refer to website for more information. Tuition may be paid in 9 equal monthly installments with one month due upon enrollment as a Tuition Deposit for May of the Academic Year. $150 Registration fee for Kindergarten; $100 Registration Fee for Preschool, $100 Activity/Cleaning Fee.
Admissions Director
Meredith Dunn
Admissions Associate
Fran Fuller
School Notes
- Community applicants for Kindergarten are asked to have current teacher complete a survey provided by the school. The survey may be followed by a request for Observation. Once the Survey is complete and, if required, Observation is conducted, the family will be notified as to whether enrollment can proceed.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does SSUMC Preschool & Kindergarten cost?
SSUMC Preschool & Kindergarten's tuition is approximately $4,860 for private students.
When is the application deadline for SSUMC Preschool & Kindergarten?
The application deadline for SSUMC Preschool & Kindergarten is Jan. 23 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 23 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
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