Founded: 1971 Head of School: Chris Marblo Size of Campus: 13 acres Accreditations: Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), North Carolina Department of Non-Public Instruction Memberships: American Montessori Society (AMS), Association for Supervision and Curriculum Development (ASCD), Independent School Management (ISM), National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS), Charlotte Association of Independent Schools (CAIS)
StudentsGrades: Pre-K (starting at 2 years old) through 8th Grade Enrollment: Approximately 400 Diversity: Nearly 40% of the student body is made up of students from diverse backgrounds
AcademicsAcademics: Early School (ages 2 – 5) pre-school has a Montessori foundation, Kindergarten - 8th Grades are more traditional. Average class size: 15-20 Student/Teacher ratio: 10:1
Additional Learning OpportunitiesStudent organizations and electives: Model UN, Math Counts, Student Council, Music, Theater, Multicultural Club, STEM, School News Leadership: BUDEE program (Be Understanding, Dedicated, Empathetic, and Engaged) connects older students to younger students to practice leadership skills focused on our Four Pillars: Respect, Integrity, Courage, and Perseverance.
AthleticsSchool mascot: Tiger Sports offered: Basketball, baseball, golf, tennis, cross-country, volleyball, soccer, cheerleading Participation: Transitional-Kindergarten - 4th Grade has the option to participate in seasonal studio sessions. More than 80 percent of Middle School students participate in at least one interscholastic sports team.
Charlotte Preparatory School does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, or any other legally protected classification applicable to Charlotte Preparatory School in the administration of its educational policies, employment policies, admissions policies, financial aid, athletic and other school-administered programs. Candidates from diverse cultural and ethnic backgrounds are strongly encouraged to apply.
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