The Palmetto School

The Palmetto School at the Children’s Attention Home is a specialized, tuition-free public charter school located in Rock Hill, South Carolina. It is uniquely designed to serve children in grades K–8 who are experiencing homelessness or who have been placed in out-of-home care, such as the Children’s Attention Home. Because many of its students have faced significant instability, trauma, or frequent school transitions, the institution emphasizes a supportive, therapeutic environment that prioritizes emotional safety and academic recovery alongside traditional curriculum.

The school is distinguished by its small class sizes and highly individualized instructional approach, which allow teachers to provide intensive attention to each student’s specific social, emotional, and educational needs. By fostering a stable and nurturing atmosphere, the Palmetto School aims to bridge the achievement gaps often associated with housing instability. Ultimately, the school serves as a critical educational anchor, working to empower vulnerable youth with the stability, confidence, and academic foundation necessary for long-term success as they transition through life’s challenges.