The Academy of Young Scholars offers a different approach to early childhood education, birth to pre-K, designed to accelerate each child's academic abilities.
Our curriculum reflects the developmental approach to intentional teaching, which supports the idea that children learn best when they are actively involved in the learning process.
Our approach reflect an age appropriate and natural style of learning, which results in greater opportunities for success, as well as developing positive attitudes toward the overall and continual learning process.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Yearly Tuition: $10,404
- Average class size: 14 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-Prekindergarten
Year Founded
2017
Student Body
Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
14 students
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$10,404
School Notes
- Our academic and developmental process includes:
- ?* Individualized attention
- ?* Scheduling and adherence to each child's personal needs
- ?* Extensive outdoor learning opportunities
- ?* Creativity and self-exploration
- ?* Progressive self-concept, self-esteem, self-expression, self-direction, and self-reliance
- ?* Developmental continuity
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Academy of Young Scholars cost?
The Academy of Young Scholars's tuition is approximately $10,404 for private students.
What schools are The Academy of Young Scholars often compared to?
The Academy of Young Scholars is often viewed alongside schools like Small World Academy by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Academy of Young Scholars?
The application deadline for The Academy of Young Scholars is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Popular comparisons: The Academy of Young Scholars vs. Small World Academy
The nearest high school, elementary school and preschool to The Academy of Young Scholars is Westminster Catawba Christian School (1.4 miles away)
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(803) 366-4119
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 366-4119
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(803) 324-4814
Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 324-4814
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(803) 328-0101
Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 328-0101
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Gr: NS-K
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Rock Hill, SC 29732
(803) 328-9300
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(803) 328-9300
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Rock Hill, SC 29730
(803) 327-7885
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