At St John's Methodist Kindergarten, We offer a program that follows developmentally appropriate curriculums of learning and provide experiences to further the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth of each child in a Christian environment while adhering to the SC Guidelines established for Kindergarten.
We offer small class sizes that enable us to work closely with your child.
We use theRowland Reading Foundation, Super Kids curriculum for Language Arts, and Harcourt Math.
Classes attend art and music and participate in Chapel monthly.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked SC School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
St. John's Methodist Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1856
Student Body
Total Students
245 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
11%
State avg.: 18%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
2 teachers
Average Class Size
12 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
School Notes
- School Motto: Love, Serve, Learn & Worship with Passion
- At St John's Methodist Kindergarten, We offer a program that follows developmentally appropriate curriculums of learning and provide experiences to further the social, emotional, physical and intellectual growth of each child in a Christian environment while adhering to the SC Guidelines established for Kindergarten. We offer small class sizes that enable us to work closely with your child. We use the Rowland Reading Foundation, Super Kids curriculum for Language Arts, and Harcourt math. Classes attend art and music and participate in Chapel monthly.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What is St. John's Methodist Kindergarten's ranking?
St. John's Methodist Kindergarten ranks among the top 20% of private schools in South Carolina for: Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for St. John's Methodist Kindergarten?
The application deadline for St. John's Methodist Kindergarten is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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