4K EXCEL
Tuition-Based Pre-Kindergarten Program for District 5 Families
Tuition-Based Pre-Kindergarten Program for District 5 Families
About the Program:
We believe that our future begins with your child!
Throughout the school year, your child will grow every day through developmentally appropriate activities that support academic, physical, emotional, and social growth.
EXCEL Program Eligibility & Enrollment
EXCEL serves children who are 4 years old. Children must turn 4 on or before September 1, 2026 to be eligible for enrollment.
The child must be a legal resident of Lexington–Richland School District Five. Proof of residency is required. If applicable, proof of legal guardianship may also be requested.
Children must be toilet-trained before enrollment.
Parents are responsible for providing transportation to and from EXCEL.
EXCEL students follow the Lexington–Richland School District Five academic calendar.
After-school care is available through our on-site Afternoon Safari program, operated by ICRC, for an additional weekly fee.
Registration will be on February 9, starting at 7:15 AM prior to the August start of the program.
For more information, please contact Irmo Elementary School at 803-476-4200
Tuition for the 2026–2027 school year is $6,660.00.
Tuition covers childcare on regular school days from 7:05 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Tuition may be paid weekly at $185.00. A payment schedule will be provided.
All payments must be made online through the Rycor system.
A $15.00 late fee will be assessed if payment is received after the due date.
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