Small World Academy

Small World Academy in Sharon, SC, serves 80 students in a nonsectarian early childhood program with enrollment focused on pre–kindergarten.
The academy operates in a rural community and maintains a student–teacher ratio of 40:1 with two teachers on staff.
Small World Academy's program primarily covers pre–kindergarten with a total of 20 students enrolled in K–12 grades.
Located near Rock Hill, SC, the school offers an early childhood option distinct from nearby K–12 private schools in the York County area.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 80 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten

Student Body

Total Students
80 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
40:1
National avg.: 11:1

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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When is the application deadline for Small World Academy?
The application deadline for Small World Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

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Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
  • Enrollment: 80 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average private school tuition in York County, SC is $6,810 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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