We are licensed by the state of South Carolina to accept children ages 6 weeks to 12 years old. Contact an enrollment specialist about current availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers...
…to the most frequently asked questions about our Learning Academy
Our hours of operation are 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. to accommodate your family’s needs.
We do not follow public school schedules and may be open when public schools are closed. Generally, we are open Monday through Friday, except on the following holidays: New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, Friday after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas. If the holiday falls on a weekend, we may close on Friday or Monday in accordance with generally accepted holiday schedules. Additional closings may occur for weather related safety concerns.
Please contact us directly for our current tuition and registration fees. To learn more about many of the services we provide, visit our All-Inclusive Tuition page in the SCHOOL INFO section of our website.
We do offer discounts for multiple siblings enrolled. Contract our enrollment team for more details.
Depending on space availability, we may offer part-time enrollment in certain age groups and may also provide drop-in (single-day) care. Please inquire with our enrollment team for more information and current availability.
Our secure Internet viewing system is password-protected and allows you to observe your child in real-time with a typical setup of two camera angles per classroom and playground. Viewing is limited to the areas that your child utilizes. There is no additional charge for this service.
We provide transportation from designated local elementary schools for our after school program. Please contact us for a complete list of schools that we transport from.
Yes. Depending on the age group, we provide an array of fun and educational field trips throughout the year and weekly during the summer months. In addition, our on-site water playground allows for weekly water days during the summer for certain age groups.
We encourage family-school collaboration with daily communication.
Kids ‘R’ Kids utilizes tempered, safety glass walls and doors for a multitude of reasons: they are cleaner, safer, and allow parents to observe from outside the classroom if desired; they promote an open environment where teachers and children are in constant contact; and ensure the utmost safety and security of everyone. Finally, this feature, unique to Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies, provides for an easier transition for the child as they age. The child is often able to view his or her future classroom well before they are promoted insuring it is a familiar environment when the time comes.
Our exclusive curriculum propels Kids ‘R’ Kids Learning Academies far beyond state and industry standards. The standards-driven learning goals provide teachers with the tools to engage children in fun and purposeful activities. In addition, the unique design of our facilities provides a safe and welcoming environment with features not typical with other providers.
Yes. Every classroom has a designated time to play and explore on their own age-appropriate playground.
Yes, healthy meals and snacks are provided and are prepared by our full-time Chef onsite in our commercial kitchen. For bottle-fed children, families must provide prepared formula or mother’s milk placed in bottles. We also provide baby foods for infants which is not typical in other childcare centers. Weekly menus for children on table food are available for review and are transmitted using our Parent Portal electronic communication system.
Our highly qualified staff is required to attend all state-mandated training and are certified in infant, child and adult CPR and First Aid. They are also required to undergo professional development training throughout each year.
We invite you to stop by anytime; however, if possible, we request that you avoid entering classrooms during nap times as to not disturb the children during their rest period. For a tour or to visit a specific staff member, we recommend that you schedule an appointment.
Please contact us today to reserve a space for your child and begin the enrollment process!
As a family-owned and operated pre-school, we are on-site and actively involved with our staff, children, and families. This allows us to uphold the highest standards and provide unparalleled service for the families in our community. Additionally, because we are an individually owned and operated franchise, we are part of a large Kids ‘R’ Kids family of schools and have access to the extensive support organization to ensure we have the most up-to-date standards of care and educational curriculum.
If an emergency develops such as severe weather, fire, physical damage to the building, or any other situation that poses a threat, you will be notified. The notification process will be given to you upon enrollment.