Spots are going fast  ·  Families who tour before April 18 get priority spot selection  ·  Fall 2026
Mt. Horeb Preschool classroom
Fall Enrollment Is Open

Fall Enrollment Is Open —
But Spots Are Going Fast

Mount Horeb Lutheran Preschool in Chapin has served families for over 50 years. This fall, we have room for a few more kids.

Is yours one of them?

Families who tour before April 18 get priority spot selection. After that, remaining seats open to the general waitlist.

50+
Years Serving Families
Ages 2–4
All Welcome
Low
Student-Teacher Ratio
30-Day
Satisfaction Guarantee
Life in Our Classrooms

A Place Where Every Day Is an Adventure

Our preschoolers explore, create, discover, and grow — all within a warm, faith-filled environment where they're known and loved by name.

Preschool class with teacher on carpet Our Classroom Family
Kids doing a pumpkin activity Hands-On Learning
Kids holding craft projects Creative Arts
Preschool Christmas pageant Community & Celebration
Child focused on an art project at Mt. Horeb Preschool
What Your Child Gains

Kindergarten Ready —
In Every Way That Matters

Not just academically. A faith-based, teacher-known-by-name experience that gets your child ready for kindergarten — socially confident, curious, and comfortable in a classroom.

  • A Faith Foundation That Lasts

    Biblical values, prayer, and God's love woven into every day — not just chapel. Your child will know they are loved from the moment they walk in.

  • 🎨
    Social Confidence They'll Carry Forever

    Play-based learning builds the real skills — how to share, take turns, try hard things, and ask for help. That's what gets kids ready for kindergarten.

  • 🤝
    A Teacher Who Knows Their Name

    Small class sizes. Licensed educators who genuinely love what they do. Your child will be seen, known, and celebrated — not just supervised.

The Enrollment Package

Everything Included
When Your Child Joins Us

We don't just open a classroom. Every family who enrolls gets a complete experience — because parents deserve to feel confident about where their child spends their mornings.



Spots are held for families who tour before April 18. After that, remaining seats open to the general waitlist.


Reserve Your Tour Spot
What's Included With Enrollment
The Mt. Horeb Preschool Experience

A faith-based, teacher-known-by-name preschool experience in Chapin that gets your child kindergarten-ready — socially confident, curious, and comfortable in a classroom.

  • Weekly progress updates — what they're learning, how they're growing
  • Dedicated parent orientation before your child's first day
  • Monthly milestone snapshots — real photos of your child in action
  • End-of-year portfolio of your child's work to keep forever
  • "Kindergarten Ready" certificate at year-end graduation
  • Priority re-enrollment for siblings — your spot in line is protected
30-Day Guarantee

"If your child attends for 30 days and you don't feel they're thriving, we'll refund your registration fee. No questions asked."

April 18 is our internal deadline — here's why it matters.

Families who tour before April 18 get priority spot selection for Fall 2026. After that, remaining seats open to the general waitlist. We honor this every year. Set a real deadline, keep it.

Schedule Before April 18
Request a 30-Minute Tour
Our director will follow up personally within one business day.

Your information stays private and is never shared. You'll hear from our director — a real person — within one business day.

Common Questions

Everything You Want to Know

Can't find your question here? Call us directly — (803) 345-2000.

We welcome children ages 2, 3, and 4. All potty training stages are considered — we'll talk through the details when you come in for your tour.
We offer both part-time (2–3 days per week) and full-week (Monday–Friday) options. Morning programs are available, and our director can walk you through exactly what a typical week looks like during your tour.
Tuition is discussed directly with our director — pricing varies by schedule. We want to make sure you have all the right information for your family's situation. Schedule a tour and we'll walk through everything, no pressure.
No. Our preschool is open to families of all backgrounds and faiths. We are a faith-based program — your child will hear that they are loved and valued — but church membership is not required to enroll.
Drop-off, morning greeting, circle time, centers (art, blocks, dramatic play, literacy), outdoor play, and a structured activity — then pickup. It's structured enough that kids thrive, and flexible enough that they love coming back. Ask for our daily schedule when you visit.
If your child attends for 30 days and you don't feel they're thriving, we'll refund your registration fee — no questions asked. We're confident enough in what we offer to stand behind it completely.
Families who schedule a tour before April 18 get priority spot selection for Fall 2026. After April 18, any remaining spots open to the general waitlist. We honor this deadline every year — it's real, not a marketing gimmick.