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O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant

The O'Quinn Schools of Porter-Gaud strive to develop young minds by inspiring curiosity and creativity to impact lifelong learning. Through nurturing and encouragement, children express themselves as individuals in preparation for future educational success.
The school serves students from age two through Kindergarten.

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O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:

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School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1971
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar

Student Body

Total Students
298 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
7%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
National avg.: 13:1
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
For the highest level without extended hours.
Admissions Director
Suzanne Masters
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School Notes

  • School Mascot: Dazzling Dolphins
  • O'Quinn Schools' curricular and extracurricular programs provide a nurturing environment fostering each child`s self-worth and potential for endless growth. The teachers instill a love of learning fueled by guidance and encouragement in support of our mission to develop young minds by inspiring curiosity and creativity to impact lifelong learning.
  • Our goal is to help each child develop individually and at their own pace. We encourage learning through play and by capitalizing on their natural curiosity. Our age-appropriate programs are designed to develop creativity, introduce new skills, and expand their knowledge of the world around them. Teachers at all levels from our students in the twos through our Kindergarten program encourage group cooperation, listening skills, responsibility, and fun.
  • The O'Quinn Schools are part of Porter-Gaud School, an independent, co-educational day school serving more than 1,000 students in grades 1-12.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant cost?
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant's tuition is approximately $15,500 for private students.
What is O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant's ranking?
O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant?
The application deadline for O'Quinn Schools Of Porter-Gaud - Mount Pleasant is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

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The unhelpful and assuming attitude at O`quinn not impressed us when we applied to their program. We have an academically advanced child and wanted to speak directly with the head of the school or director of admissions to see if O`quinn would be a good fit for our child. When we emailed and called to request additional information, they did not get back to us in a timely fashion. We then came to the school one day to see if we could talk with the director of admissions. We could see that she was sitting at her desk, but instead of speaking with us, she sent the secretary out to tell us that admission decisions would be made in two weeks. I had to tell them that we were not looking for an admission decision;We were looking to decide between O`quinn and Ashley Hall and wanted more information. The assumption and lack of helpfulness appalled us, and so we immediately withdrew our application as O`quinn was not the school that we would choose for our child. We have been happy and impressed by Ashley Hall and would highly recommend them.
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The average private school tuition in Mount Pleasant, SC is $17,566 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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