SCHOOLS & EDUCATION
Directory of Independent, Regional Boarding, Charter and choice program Schools Independent Schools BETHESDA CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 1914 S. Miami Blvd., Durham 919-598-0190; bcacrusaders.org Focus Partners with Christian families to help equip students academically, socially, physically and spiritually. Grades K-10 Total Enrollment 210 Student/Faculty Ratio 13:1 Yearly Tuition Elem., $7,419; Middle, $8,181 Special Requirements Student testing and parent interview. BRIGHT HORIZONS CHILDREN’S CENTER 2352 So-Hi Dr., Durham; 4205 Capitol St., Durham; 4 UNC-TV Dr., Research Triangle Park; 2500 Highstone Rd., Cary; 800 Weston Pkwy., Cary; 800 Corporate Center Dr., Raleigh; 8516 Old Lead Mine Rd., Raleigh; 2051 Shepherd’s Vineyard Dr., Apex; brighthorizons.com Focus Empowers children from infancy to become confident, successful learners and secure, caring people. Growing young readers, scientists, artists and explorers who are engaged and curious. Programs invite children to approach academics with skills, confidence and a drive for excellence. Grades Infants-pre-K Total Enrollment Varies by location. Student/Faculty Ratio Varies by location. Yearly Tuition Varies by location. CAMELOT ACADEMY 809 Proctor St., Durham (main campus, with an additional farm campus in north Durham) 919-688-3040; camelotacademy.org Focus Features individualized instruction, mastery-based learning and parental involvement. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 150 Student/Faculty Ratio 11:1 Yearly Tuition PreK-K, $11,900; Grades 1-4, $14,950; Grades 5-7, $17,350; Grades 8-12, $18,350 Award and merit scholarships available. Special Requirements Reading and math assessments, writing sample (fifth grade and older), and two-day student visit; $50 application fee. CARDINAL GIBBONS HIGH SCHOOL 1401 Edwards Mill Rd., Raleigh 919-834-1625; cghsnc.org Focus A college preparatory school of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Raleigh that aims to form men and women of faith, service and leadership in church and community. Grades 9-12 Total Enrollment Approximately 1,600 Student/Faculty Ratio 14:1 Yearly Tuition $12,290 – $16,700 Special Requirements Previous school records, testing, application, recommendation, student visit and an essay.
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CAROLINA FRIENDS SCHOOL 4809 Friends School Rd., Durham 919-383-6602; cfsnc.org Focus A learning community working to amplify student’s curiosity, courage and creative thinking. Rooted in Quaker values and informed by researchbased best practices in progressive education, its teachers empower students to question the world around them, discover their passions, think deeply and use their voices in service of the greater good. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 500 Student/Faculty Ratio 6:1 in Early School; 9:1 in Lower, Middle and Upper Yearly Tuition See website for tuition ranges by unit; adjusted tuition available. Special Requirements Varies by student age; includes online application, in-person or virtual visit, transcripts, teacher recommendations. CARY ACADEMY 1500 N. Harrison Ave., Cary 919-677-3873; caryacademy.org Focus A learning community dedicated to discovery, innovation, collaboration and excellence. Grades 6-12 Total Enrollment 785 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 Yearly Tuition $28,495; $2,625 new student fee Special Requirements Entrance exam, student visit/ interview, transcripts, teacher recommendations. CHAPEL HILL COOPERATIVE PRESCHOOL 108 Mt. Carmel Church Rd., Chapel Hill 919-942-3955; chapelhillcoop.com Focus Partners with families of children from diverse backgrounds to respect and honor childhood, celebrate independence and support kids as they learn and grow through play. NAEYC Accredited with a Five Star licensure. Grades Pre-K Total Enrollment 110 Student/Faculty Ratio Infant, 3:1; Toddler, 4:1; Age 2, 6:1; Age 3-5, 9:1 Yearly Tuition Varies by age and enrollment status; three-quarter or full-day options. Part-time options also available Mon., Wed., Fri./Tues., Thurs. CRESSET CHRISTIAN ACADEMY 3707 Garrett Rd., Durham 919-354-8000; cressetchristian.org Focus Cultivates the heart of each student to educate, nurture and help shape their character in a Christcentered environment. Grades Infant-Grade 12 Total Enrollment 210 Student/Faculty Ratio Preschool, 5:1; Lower School, 16:1; Upper School, 18-20:1 Yearly Tuition $8,620 – $10,950 (does not include preschool tuition: $11,140 – $13,440) Special Requirements Student and parent interview, previous records, visit and application.
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CRISTO REY RESEARCH TRIANGLE HIGH SCHOOL 334 Blackwell St., Ste. 100, Durham 919-897-5680; cristoreyrt.org Focus College preparatory, career-focused, transformational Catholic high school. Grades 9-10 Total Enrollment 200 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition Average $70 per month per family (for single or multiple children) Special Requirements Not required to be Catholic to attend. DUKE SCHOOL 3716 Erwin Rd., Durham 919-416-9420; dukeschool.org Focus Project-based school inspiring learners to shape their future boldly and creatively since 1947. Grades Age 3-Grade 8 Total Enrollment 503 Student/Faculty Ratio 7:1 Yearly Tuition For 2022-23: Preschool, $4,255 $21,274; K-4, $4,615 - $23,076; Grades 5-8, $5,017 - $25,085 Special Requirements Admissions application, student assessment, candidate profile. DURHAM ACADEMY Preschool and Lower School, 3501 Ridge Rd., Durham; Middle School, 3116 Academy Rd., Durham; Upper School, 3601 Ridge Rd., Durham 919-493-5787; da.org Focus Strives to provide an education that will enable students to live moral, happy and productive lives. Grades Pre-K-12 Total Enrollment 1,240 Student/Faculty Ratio 10:1 Yearly Tuition $17,370 – $30,655 (including activity fees) Special Requirements Assessment or entrance exam, which varies by grade level. Interview required for grades 9-12. DURHAM NATIVITY SCHOOL 1004 N. Mangum St., Durham 919-680-3790; durhamnativity.org Focus Provides a learning environment for young men with high financial need, supporting them in their personal, social, moral and intellectual development, and positioning them to be successful at an independent college prep high school. Grades 5-8 Total Enrollment 60 Student/Faculty Ratio 15:1 Yearly Tuition $22,000, with scholarship-driven tuition awarded to low-income students Special Requirements Open house attendance.