WELCOME TO HOBBIT HILL ACADEMY

Learning, Play, and a Safe Place to Be Small

Early learning and child care for infants through school age, close to home in Beaufort. Come see where your child's day begins.

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Families Served

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What We Do

Big Lessons in Small Moments

Our teachers turn everyday play into real learning, in a school where your child is known by name and you're part of the day. From the first drop-off to the last goodbye, we pay attention to the small moments that help children feel secure: a familiar face at the door, a teacher who remembers their favorite book, and a routine they can count on.

A Typical Day

What a Day in Our Care Looks Like

Mornings start with a hello at the door and breakfast while friends arrive. From there, the day moves through circle time, learning centers, outdoor play, lunch, rest, and afternoon activities, with a rhythm that stays steady so children know what comes next. Your child's teacher will tell you how it went, and the Engage app shows you along the way.

Our Values

Five values shape every decision we make, from how we structure the classroom to how we partner with families

Safety

A safe setting for our children, our teams, and our communities, every single day.

Quality

Environments that foster development, encourage success, and are built with integrity from the start.

Partnership

We work together as one team, with our families, and with the communities we serve.

Inclusion

Every child, every family, and every team member is welcome and belongs here.

Growth

We keep improving our programs and growing our people, so children always thrive.

Our Programs

Learning at Every Stage

Philosophy

The Early Years Shape Everything

The early years are a once-in-a-lifetime window, when brains, hearts, and habits all take shape. Our schools are built around that opportunity: safe classrooms, caring teachers, and play-based learning that helps children grow academically, socially, and emotionally.

Why Our Families Trust Us

Bailey Kato-Dutton
Hobbit Hill Academy - BMH Learning Center
"My child looks forward to school everyday! His teachers are attentive & plan fun activities he loves. They’re also diligent on keeping us informed on the app throughout the day. Highly recommend."
Kelly Cruz
Hobbit Hill Academy - Lady's Island
"While we haven’t been at the school very long, we have been made to feel like family since day one! The teachers in infant room A are the best and I can’t express my gratitude enough for caring for my sweet baby. Also a shout out to the director, Ashley. She has made bringing my baby to daycare a worry free process."
Stephanie French
Hobbit Hill Academy - Lady's Island
"Ashley, and the rest of the staff/teachers/care givers are warm, patient, friendly, compassionate, and are always smiling. This is our first experience with Hobbit Hill and with daycare. We are the parents of three children and our youngest attends due to our ever changing work schedules. Our son was welcomed with open arms and has fallen right into the routine of going to “school” like his older siblings and loves the playing, learning, and interaction with his teachers and fellow friends in his class. He is always so happy to see us at the end of the day and is excited to go back each morning he attends. It has become such a good balance for us as a family and we are grateful to know our son is cared for, safe, learning, and having fun. You can tell that there are teachers working there and that is an irreplaceable feeling as a parent."
Selena Santiago
Hobbit Hill Academy - Shell Point
"Before coming to shell point, our son struggled so much at drop off. He just never wanted to go, and as parents that was very heartbreaking. Shell point quickly changed that! He waives bye and starts his morning routine with Mrs. Mary. He comes home and signs songs that he’s learned at school. His speech has improved so much even his therapist are surprised! As a parent I appreciate the app updates and pictures. Almost every day there are pictures posted of my son laughing and playing with friends. It puts my mind and heart at ease seeing him being so well taken care of even while away from us."
Brittany Eggleston
Hobbit Hill Academy - Shell Point
"Both of my children, Lilla and Brooks went to Hobbit Hill from infancy until they were 4 years old. I can’t say enough about the ladies that cared for my children. They loved both of my babies as if they were their own. My children came out of Hobbit Hill with the academic foundations they needed to have them prepared to be successful in pre-k. They also had the social skills to be successful in a school setting. I miss seeing the ladies each day. My son still talks about Ms. Angie and Ms. Asia even though he is no longer at Hobbit Hill. I will always recommend people to Hobbit Hill. Hobbit Hill will always hold a special place in my heart! We love Hobbit Hill!"

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