草榴社区

Christian Pathway: Starting Steps School

101 Chapel Hill Rd
Lamar, SC 29069
Christian Pathway: Starting Steps School in Lamar, SC, serves 23 students from pre鈥搆indergarten through first grade in a rural community setting.
The school offers early childhood and day care programs with a Christian orientation and is a member of the Association of Christian Schools International (ACSI).
With a student鈥搕eacher ratio of 8:1, the school employs three teachers to support its co鈥揺ducational classes.
The program spans from pre鈥搆indergarten to first grade, focusing on early learning in a small enrollment environment.
: Starting Steps School provides an option for families seeking a rural, faith鈥揵ased early childhood program in Lamar, South Carolina.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1

Student Body

Total Students
23 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
3 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for Christian Pathway: Starting Steps School?
The application deadline for Christian Pathway: Starting Steps School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse Christian Pathway: Starting Steps School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
  • Academic or athletic awards
Endorse this school:

Recent Articles

Choosing Between a Traditional 草榴社区 School and a Microschool
Choosing Between a Traditional 草榴社区 School and a Microschool
Compare traditional private schools and microschools to understand differences in academics, class size, flexibility, cost, and student experience before choosing the best educational fit.
The Second Visit Strategy: What to Look for After the Open House
The Second Visit Strategy: What to Look for After the Open House
A second campus visit can reveal what an open house cannot. Learn what to observe, which questions to ask, and how to determine whether a private school is truly the right fit for your child.
How Policy Changes Could Affect Your Tuition Bill in 2026
How Policy Changes Could Affect Your Tuition Bill in 2026
Learn how federal and state policy changes may affect private school tuition, financial aid, tax benefits, and your family's education budget.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-1
  • Enrollment: 23 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Request Information

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in South Carolina is $10,048 for elementary schools and $10,237 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in South Carolina is 89% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

Quick Links