FAQs for Daycare and Morning-Only Preschool Programs

What are your hours of operation?

Front Office 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.  Monday – Friday
Daycare classes 7:30 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Monday – Friday
Early Education Preschool Half-Day Hours 8:15 a.m. – 12:00 noon M – F
Early Education Preschool Half-Day Late Stay offered from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. at an additional fee.

When can I tour the school?

To schedule a tour call 864-288-1917 to make an appointment.

What is the student-teacher ratio?

Ratio requirements differ for each age group. The student-teacher ratio in every daycare
classroom at MCA meets or is better than the requirements of the S.C. Department of Social
Services. You may contact us to inquire about the ratio in a specific age group. 864-288-1917.

Do teachers undergo a background check?

All daycare and preschool applicants undergo background checks as required by the SC Department of Social Services

What is the daycare “vacation week” policy?

When an MCA family has completed at least 52 consecutive paid weeks in daycare, there is one no-pay vacation week available for use each school year.  A school year begins in August.

What is the summer opt-out program?

A current MCA family can hold their child’s place in daycare by paying half tuition for each summer week while not attending. During the opt-out summer, a child may attend by giving one week of advance notice for up to 15 non-consecutive days, using no more than three days in any week.

What immunizations are required?

We require a valid South Carolina Certificate of Immunization (Form DHEC 2740-A) or medical, religious or special exemption.  These may be mailed or faxed from your physician’s office.

Do teachers participate in professional development?

YES, the teachers meet or exceed DSS requirements for 15 credit hours per year of professional training.

FAQs for Elementary Grades

What are your hours of operation?

K5 – 1st: 8:15 a.m. – 2:15 p.m. M-F
2nd – 5th: 8:15 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. M-F
Early arrival begins at 7:30 a.m.
After School Care program begins a class dismissal through 6:00 p.m.

When can I tour the school?

To schedule a tour call 864-288-1917 to make an appointment.

What is the student-teacher ratio?

K5: 16 students with 2 teachers
1st – 5th grade: 15:1 ratio

What if we arrive late?

A student is tardy after 8:15 a.m. and will report to the front office for a late pass to enter class.

Drop-off car line is available from 7:30 a.m. – 8:10 a.m. each morning. After 8:10 a.m., please come to the main entrance of the Academy and walk your child into the main office for a tardy slip.

Does MCA follow the Greenville County School District school calendar?

Yes, with some exceptions. Weather related closings at MCA do not always follow Greenville County School District. MCA program closings are listed with WYFF4 News.

Is transportation provided?

Families provide transportation to and from MCA.  The school’s buses are used only for field trips.

What does it cost to attend MCA?

MCA has very affordable tuition rates for all elementary grades, K5 – 5th. View our rates.

How many days must my child come to school?

Students are required to attend 170 out of 180 days of school. A student’s consistency in attending is a key factor for mastering the daily lessons. Daily lessons often build on each other, making absence leave a gap in learning. Please plan to assist your student by getting him or her to school on time every day except for times of illness. When a student must be absent, please send a doctor’s note or parent’s note explaining the absence. A student who accumulates ten absences in a school year must then provide a doctor’s note for each absence thereafter.

What if my child is sick and cannot attend school?

Please keep a sick child at home so illnesses will not spread to others at school. Contact the teacher to request the work that needs to be made up. Send a doctor’s note or parent’s note explaining the absence when your child returns to school.

Is there a hot lunch program?

YES, there is a hot lunch option available each school day at MCA. Lunch includes milk or water to drink.

Students may bring their own lunch if preferred. There is no microwave for student use. No sodas allowed in lunches.  Please help your child do their best in school by packing a nutritious lunch. 

How will I know if the school is closing early or is closed for bad weather?

We will also post closings on the MCA Facebook, send an email, and teachers will communicate directly to you.

What are the school entrance requirements?

A student must be of appropriate age by September 1 to enroll.
For example, kindergartners must be 5 by September 1 to enroll in K5.

How can my child transfer to MCA?

Schedule a tour!  Tour times are available to fit your schedule.

What immunizations are required?

We require a valid South Carolina Certificate of Immunization (Form DHEC 2740-A) or medical, religious or special exemption.  These may be mailed or faxed from your physician’s office.

What is the grading scale?

MCA follows the grading scale used by Greenville County School District.
A 90-100
B 80-89
C 70-79
D 60-69
F below 60

Are there any tuition discounts?

YES, there are tuition discounts available. There is a multi-child discount. There is also a discount for paying for the whole school year in advance.