At the Epworth Early Intervention Center (EEIC), we’ve spent over 35 years supporting young children with developmental delays or disabilities—and their families. Our experienced team collaborates with parents to create individualized service plans that nurture growth, celebrate potential, and foster lifelong learning.
Our Mission of Care
Located on the Epworth Children’s Home campus in Columbia, South Carolina, EEIC was founded in 1980 in response to a pressing need: specialized preschool services for children with developmental challenges. Since then, we’ve evolved into a trusted community resource offering both center-based and home-based early intervention programs.
Center-Based Preschool Program
Our inclusive preschool is designed for children aged 1 to 5, offering a safe, supportive learning environment where every child can thrive.
- Small-group classes (max 10 children per day)
- Individualized developmental support
- Monday–Friday, three-hour morning sessions
- Low teacher-student ratio (1:4)
- Opportunities for peer modeling with typically developing children
- Accredited by the Council on Accreditation
- Affordable tuition with SC Voucher support
- Participates in SC DSS’s ABC Quality program
Contact
For more information on the Epworth Early Intervention Center please contact
EEIC Office Phone/Fax
803-212-4768
Nikki Happe,
Director of Home-Based Early Intervention Services
803-681-0182
nhappe@epworthsc.org
Rosemary Faile, Director of Early Intervention Preschool Services
803-681-0185
rfaile@epworthsc.org
If you are in need of Emergency Crisis Intervention, please call 911, 1-800-4-A-CHILD or 1-800-4-A-Parent.