School Overview
Colleton Preparatory Academy is an independent, coeducational, college preparatory school for students in grades K-1 through 12, serving Walterboro, Colleton County, and surrounding areas. The school opened in 1966 (as John C. Calhoun Academy) and graduated its first senior class in 1968. In 1990, the name changed to Colleton Preparatory.
Quick Facts
- Founded: 1966
- Current enrollment: 532 (K1 - 12)
- 73 faculty members: average 15 years of experience; 30% have advanced degrees
- 14 additional support staff
- WiFi covered campus
- 2 Desktop Computer Labs and 5 Laptop Mobiles
- Interactive Smart Displays in 30 classrooms
- Scholarship/Financial Assistance available
Mission Statement
Colleton Preparatory Academy is a student-centered, family-oriented institution that seeks to prepare students for academic and personal success beyond the doors of our school. Through collaborative efforts among students, families, and a dedicated, highly qualified faculty and staff, our school community strives to promote high academic standards and the core values of respect, kindness, leadership, and citizenship.
Accreditations and Memberships
Colleton Preparatory Academy is accredited at the Advanced level, the highest evaluation given, by the South Carolina Independent School Association and has maintained that distinction since it was first offered. In 2014 CPA has earned the distinction of becoming an AdvancED school, through SCISA. The Academy has also been a member of the Palmetto Association of Independent Schools, and through that organization has been affiliated with the National Association of Independent Schools
Upcoming Events
December 17 - Wednesday
December 18 - Thursday
December 19 - Friday
December 20 - Saturday
December 21 - Sunday
December 22 - Monday
December 23 - Tuesday
December 24 - Wednesday
December 25 - Thursday
December 26 - Friday
December 27 - Saturday
December 28 - Sunday
December 29 - Monday
December 30 - Tuesday
December 31 - Wednesday
January 1 - Thursday
January 2 - Friday
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"The Happiest, Craziest Christmas" K5 - 5th Grade
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December 18, 2025
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December 24, 2025
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December 25, 2025
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December 27, 2025
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December 28, 2025
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December 29, 2025
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December 30, 2025
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December 31, 2025
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