Grace Weekday School

1601 Sam Rittenberg Blvd Charleston, SC 29407
Tel: (843) 766-1621 Ext. 1
www.mygraceumc.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool
  • Enrollment: 86 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update
Grace Weekday School Photo #1 - Grace UM Weekday Preschool 2014

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool
  • Enrollment: 86 students
  • Average class size: 10 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
86 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
13%
State avg.: 18%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
11 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
5%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Visit our website for more information
Admissions Director
Gale Mitchum

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
ArtDance
SoccerYogi Kids (Yoga club)

School Notes

  • Grace Weekday School offers small class sizes that allow for individual instruction.
  • Students completing the program are prepared for entry into public or private schools.
  • Academics are taught through theme based, hands-on curriculum.
  • Students attend weekly music and creative movement classes, as well as Friday Chapel.
  • Our K4 classes take field trips to complement unit studies and active involvement with the community.
  • The mission of the Weekday School is to meet the educational needs of the early childhood years in a loving, Christian environment.
  • Each child is guided to attain their own potential emotionally, socially, physically, spiritually and intellectually.
  • Qualified teachers provide a varied and stimulating environment.
  • Special emphasis is placed on the child's active involvement in many experiences.
  • Grace Weekday School offers small class sizes that allow for individual instruction.
  • Students completing the program are prepared for entry into public or private schools.
  • Academics are taught through theme based, hands-on curriculum.
  • Students attend weekly music and creative movement classes, as well as Friday Chapel.
  • Our K4 classes take field trips to complement unit studies and active involvement with the community.
  • The mission of the Weekday School is to meet the educational needs of the early childhood years in a loving, Christian environment.
  • Each child is guided to attain their own potential emotionally, socially, physically, spiritually and intellectually.
  • Qualified teachers provide a varied and stimulating environment.
  • Special emphasis is placed on the child's active involvement in many experiences.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What schools are Grace Weekday School often compared to?
Grace Weekday School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Andrews Presbyterian Weekday School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for Grace Weekday School?
The application deadline for Grace Weekday School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Grace Weekday School located?
Grace Weekday School is located in the West Ashley neighborhood of Charleston, SC. There are 11 other private schools located in West Ashley.

School Reviews

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We also offer after school programs from 12 -1 or 12-2. We have Tiny Tennis, dance, gymnastics, Krav Maga, soccer and art enrichment programs offered from 12 - 1 Monday - Thursday.
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