Cainhoy Children's Academy

Cainhoy Children’s Academy is a school in Charleston, SC. It provides premium childcare and early education services for youth between the ages of six weeks and five years. The locally owned and operated academy is situated near the Cainhoy and Daniel Island communities, within three miles of Interstate 526 and the Philip Simmons schools.

The academy features a relevant curriculum designed to nurture children’s curiosity, creativity, and interests, with a specific framework that encourages a love of reading. Educators at Cainhoy Children’s Academy possess more than 125 years of combined experience and meet the high standards required by the accrediting agency, The National Association for the Education of Young Children. The facility utilizes natural environments and state-of-the-art classrooms to provide a well-rounded developmental experience.

Security is maintained through a remote keyless entry system and cameras located in every classroom and throughout the entire facility. Teachers and staff are easily identifiable by their CCA lanyards and badges. Tuition includes daily lunch, morning snack, and afternoon snack for age-appropriate students. Meals and snacks are based on the Grow Fit Meal plan and prepared by an on-site chef.

The school creates an individual assessment for every student to track strengths, weaknesses, and cumulative progress in attaining a year’s worth of learning. This collaborative plan involves the teacher, parent, student, and other staff to empower students to take ownership of their learning goals. The academy promotes a community of character to support social and emotional growth, cultivating traits such as cooperation, empathy, responsibility, and self-management.

Cainhoy Children’s Academy is a proud member of the SC Association of Early Care and Education. Prospective families may schedule a tour any day between 9 am and 3 pm; a picture ID is required upon entering. Soccer Shots Charleston has held sessions at the academy for over a year. The school holds a rating of 4.9 based on 107 reviews.

Cainhoy Children’s Academy combines experienced, accredited educators with a secure, nurturing environment to support the early development of children in Charleston.