Columbia South Carolina Legacy Traditional Schools Campus

About Legacy

Legacy Traditional School South Carolina is a Tuition-FREE, K-8 public charter school in South Carolina

Leading the way since 2007

Since opening our first campus in 2007, Legacy Traditional Schools has set a high bar for academic excellence and student success. Year after year, our students consistently outperform state growth projections in reading and math, demonstrating the strength of our direct instruction model and the dedication of our educators.

Our results speak for themselves—but so do our families. Thousands of parents choose Legacy each year because they see the difference: stronger academics, a supportive school culture, and a community that values structure, character, and results. We are honored that so many families trust us to be their partner in their child’s education.

Our mission

Legacy Traditional School’s mission is to provide motivated students with the opportunity to achieve academic excellence in an accelerated, back-to-basics, safe learning environment taught by caring, knowledgeable, and highly effective educators in cooperation with supportive, involved parents.

A group of students in Legacy Traditional School uniforms listening attentively

Curriculum

Legacy Traditional Schools – South Carolina offers a well-rounded curriculum that supports every student’s growth from foundational skills to advanced learning. Our direct instruction model builds strong mastery in core subjects like math, English language arts, science, and social studies. A wide range of enrichment programs, including music, art, Spanish, technology, and physical education, foster creativity, curiosity, and confidence. Across all grade levels, students benefit from a structured, supportive environment led by caring, qualified educators who are committed to helping every child thrive.

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Meet our Leaders

Jennifer Turney, EdD

Superintendent, South Carolina

Lauren Prochak, EdD

Principal, LTS Columbia

Facilities
built to last

A safe learning environment

You’ll see beautiful, well-planned campuses that we believe are the gold-standard in cleanliness and safety. We don’t cut corners when it comes to giving students a place they want to be during the week.

An investment in their future

It’s not often that you find an indoor turf football field, a high school quality gym, commercial kitchens, music labs, smart classroom technology, and more…all in the same school. We’re investing in your child’s future, and it starts with giving them the best campus around.