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SCHOOLS

the classroom is at the heart of nexton

Families at Nexton benefit from access to strong, well-established schools within the Berkeley County School District. The community is served by Nexton Elementary School and Midtown Middle School, both designed to support growing enrollment with modern facilities and a focus on student success. As students advance, they attend Cane Bay High School, known for its wide range of academic and extracurricular offerings. In addition, families have access to a variety of preschool programs and private school options nearby, offering flexibility to meet diverse educational needs at every stage.

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Preschools

Having a preschool and daycare within the community, makes the all-important choice of which place is best for your child that much easier. And more convenient. Statistically, by the time they’re two, children who’ve been in pre-school programs since they were babies reach those milestones six weeks ahead of their peers. At five, kids are almost nine months ahead. Children who attend their programs for a year or longer consistently test at a first grade level for reading and math before they even start elementary school. Both KinderCare and The Goddard School offer quality daycare within Nexton.

  • Daycare/Pre-School

    Nexton KinderCare
    Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
    310 Brighton Park Blvd.
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.821.7744
    Website


    The Goddard School of Summerville
    Coming Soon - Now Enrolling!
    110 Connectivity Lane
    Summerville, SC 29486
    843.585.0110
    Website


    La Petite Academy of Summerville
    Ages: 6 weeks to 5 years
    1665 N. Main Street
    Summerville, SC 29483
    877.271.6466
    Website


    Tiny Tots Tech Pre-School

    Ages: 6 weeks to 12 years
    328 Sangaree Parkway
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.871.3209
    Website

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K-12

It’s been estimated that over half of today’s grade-school students will end up in jobs that haven’t been invented yet. So it’s a good thing Berkeley County schools provide tablet computers for every student, creating the possibility of learning experiences we’ve only begun to imagine. Add in programs like a coding club and digital citizenship and you have schools preparing students for whatever the future may hold.

  • Public Schools

    Nexton Elementary
    200 Scholar Way
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.900.3222
    Website


    Cane Bay Elementary

    1247 Cane Bay Blvd.
    Summerville, SC 29486
    843.899.5100
    Website


    Cane Bay Middle School

    1175 Cane Bay Blvd.
    Summerville, SC 29486
    843.899.1857
    Website


    Nexton Middle School

    Opening Fall 2026


    Berkeley Preparatory Academy
    122 Bee Tree Blvd. 
    Summerville, SC 29486
    Website


    Cane Bay High School
    1624 State Road
    Summerville, SC 29486
    843.899.8786
    Website

Young school girls in classroom.

Private Schools

Besides our top rated K-12 public school options, there are also many great private schools nearby. So, your child has access to other education options with a short commute!

  • View Local Options

    Faith Christian School and Preschool
    337 Farmington Road
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.873.8464
    Website


    Northwood Academy
    104 Charger Drive
    Summerville, SC 29486
    843.764.2285
    Website


    Pinewood Preparatory School

    1114 Orangeburg Road
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.873.1643
    Website


    Ridge Christian Academy

    2168 Ridge Church Road
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.873.9856
    Website


    Trinity Classical Academy of Summerville

    111 Waring Street
    Summerville, SC 29483
    843.327.7444
    Website

College students studying

Colleges & Universities

Whether you’re sending your high schooler off to college, or continuing your own adult education, Nexton is conveniently located to all the area’s top colleges and universities. You don’t have to look far for life-long learning!

  • View Higher Education Options

    Charleston Southern University
    9200 University Blvd.
    North Charleston, SC 29406
    843.863.7050
    Website


    College of Charleston

    66 George Street
    Charleston, SC 29424
    843.805.5507
    Website


    The Citadel

    171 Moultrie Street
    Charleston, SC 29409
    843.225.3294
    Website


    Trident Technical College

    7000 Rivers Avenue
    North Charleston, SC 29406
    843.574.6111
    Website

About Berkeley County School District (BCSD)

The Berkeley County School District (BCSD) is one of the most forward-thinking districts in South Carolina, serving more than 38,000 students with a focus on innovation, technology, and real-world readiness. Families are drawn to BCSD for its strong emphasis on STEM and hands-on learning, where students benefit from STEAM programs, career and technical education pathways, and opportunities that go beyond the traditional classroom.

Digital learning is a cornerstone of the district, with a 1:1 technology model that provides every student with a Chromebook and access to thousands of smart classrooms—helping prepare students for college and modern careers from an early age. Academic performance continues to trend positively, with students consistently performing at or above state averages across core subjects and recent years showing measurable gains in reading and overall achievement.

Beyond academics, what truly sets BCSD apart is its strong sense of community. Active parent involvement, including engaged PTAs and community partnerships, helps create a supportive environment where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom. Combined with a focus on critical thinking, collaboration, and life skills—not just test scores—BCSD offers an educational experience that prepares students for whatever path they choose next.

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