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Lowcountry
Preparatory School

Lowcountry Preparatory School is a coeducational K - 12 independent day school located in Pawleys Island, SC

Academics

Our size affords us the ability to focus on the whole child catering to their strengths and needs. Our student-teacher ratio provides individual attention and encouragement which leads to increased participation. We foster an intellectually stimulating environment that encourages students to be life-long learners.

Admissions

Lowcountry Preparatory School is committed to educating and making leadership decisions in the best interest of our students. Communication and cooperation between the faculty, students, and parents is vital to our success. We prepare our students to be confident leaders, critical thinkers and responsible decision makers. Our students are prepared for life’s challenges and ready for anything that comes their way .

Arts & Athletics

We recognize that fine arts and athletics play an integral part in the development of young minds. All Students at Lowcountry are given an opportunity to explore, nurture, and showcase their emerging talents and intellect. Our graduates leave with the tools and confidence they need to be successful in college and beyond…no matter where life takes them.

Confidence

A rapidly changing world requires students to be academically sound and morally confident.

Our students will be ready for the future.

Leadership

Lowcountry Preparatory School is committed to educating the whole student. We prepare our students to be confident leaders, critical thinkers and responsible decision makers. Our students are prepared for life’s challenges.

Character

We exercise respect, integrity, honesty and service to our community. We focus on character education and are guided by our honor code, “a student does not lie, cheat, steal, nor tolerate those who do.”

News & Events

What an adventure!!
5th & 6th Grade 3-Day, 2-Night Field Trip

St. Christopher Camp & Education Center, February 5-7th
The emphasis of the program is on education, not recreation, although we strongly believe in making learning fun. For example, "Let's Sea" is our two-hour discovery walk on the beach studying barrier island formation, sand dune ecology, seashell identification, and salt marsh life (where students get in the mud). Another favorite is "Need A Friend," a two-hour class focusing on communication and teamwork (even with people you don't like!). The kids really get into "Pondering Life", the one-hour class where students learn about freshwater ecology, insect metamorphosis, tadpoles, and the nutrient rich detritus that enriches our sandy soil.

Checkmate Champions: Lower School Chess Team Takes 1st at SCISA State Tournament!

We are thrilled to announce the outstanding success of our Lower School Chess Team at the SCISA State Chess Tournament! Achieving 1st place, Toby Hayes demonstrated exceptional skill, securing 1st overall, while Kyle Chow's remarkable performance earned him 2nd place among 140 participants. Congratulations to the entire Lower School Chess Team, including students from various grades who showcased their dedication and talent.

We also extend our appreciation to the Middle School Chess Team, recognizing the achievements of Reece Bayernic and Grant Putman.

This victory not only highlights the prowess of our students in chess but also reflects the collaborative spirit of our school community. Well done to all!

Recognized for 2023 AP School Honor Roll
Platinum Level

Congratulations to Lowcountry Preparatory School on being named to the 2023 AP School Honor Roll as a Platinum member, the highest ranking! This prestigious recognition is a testament to the hard work and dedication of both our outstanding students and faculty. We are incredibly proud of this achievement, which reflects our commitment to academic excellence and the pursuit of knowledge. Thank you to everyone who contributed to this success. Let's continue to shine bright on our educational journey!

Click HERE to view copy of the Press Release.

Students at a Glance


Our intellectually stimulating community provides a demanding curriculum—academic, artistic, athletic, and service—in a caring environment. Faculty and staff are committed to supporting our students and ensuring their success. Our school focuses on preparing students for college, for leadership, and for life. We expect our graduates to shape a changing world.

Keep their growing minds engaged.