Palmetto Prep

How did Palmetto Prep get started?
A group of parents, educators and business professionals who wanted something better for their own children developed the concept for Palmetto Prep. A local investor who has grandchildren in this area offered to provide the funding necessary for this ambitious project. [top]

What makes Palmetto Prep different?
Palmetto Prep offers the hours of a childcare center (6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m.) with the academic emphasis of a preparatory school. Our certified teachers provide care, education and enrichment to children beginning at the youngest age to help them develop a foundation for learning. Our campus is different in that in addition to classrooms and playgrounds, our facility includes a technology center, art studio, theatre, gymnasium, music hall, language lab, a water play area, an International Marketplace and even a barber shop. [top]

Is this school a franchise?
Palmetto International Preparatory School is a private, independent school that is locally owned and operated. The school on the corner of Woodruff Road and Bell Road is scheduled to be the first of several sites in South Carolina. [top]

Where is the school located?
Palmetto Prep is located on the corner of Woodruff Road and Bell Road in Greenville. The school is between BB&T bank and Woodruff Road Christian Church, and across the street from the Pizza Inn. [top]

What age children can enroll?
We are currently accepting enrollments for children three months old through third grade. Our long range plans are to eventually offer primary school through fifth grade.[top]

How can I reserve a space for my child?
To reserve a space for your child, please visit our school to complete a Family Profile & Reservation form. Along with this form, a one-time, $250.00 registration fee will hold a spot for your child. [top]

Which class will my child be in?
The basis of our program is to advance children according to the developmental ability and interests of each child. Age is be taken into consideration, but will be a secondary factor. Upon enrollment, your child will be placed in the most suitable room with adjustments being made as necessary based on the child’s academic, social, physical and emotional readiness. [top]

What hours is Palmetto Prep open?
We are open Monday through Friday from 6:30 a.m. until 6:30 p.m. The monthly tuition allows you to attend during any or all of those hours. [top]

Do you offer partial day programs?
At this time we are not extending hourly rates for partial day programs. However, plans for partial day programs will be considered in the future. [top]

Will Palmetto Prep be closed during holidays?
We are closed only on the major holidays including New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, and for a week during the Christmas holidays. Please see the school calendar for the actual dates we are closed. [top]