We would like to get to know you better. Please fill out this Inquiry Form to introduce yourself.
We’re delighted that your family is interested in learning more about Charleston Day School.
We hope you will join us for one of our Open Houses, “The CDS Experience”. You are able to register for “The CDS Experience” online.
We would like to get to know you better. Please fill out this Inquiry Form to introduce yourself.
You can submit an application and the $75.00 application fee online. A signed Release of Records form is required so that we may obtain your child’s prior school records and/or teacher recommendation forms.
Kindergarten applications should be in by January 1, 2027 to be considered for the February 12th notification; 1st-8th grade applications should be in by February 1, 2027 to be considered for the March 12, 2027 notification.
Complete the Admission Application online.
One-on-one assessments will be given beginning in January for all applicants. Charleston Day School assesses applicants in a one-on-one setting with our individualized grade level assessments. To schedule an assessment, please call our Admission Office at (843) 266-9799 contact us by email.
For applicants applying to 6th, 7th, and 8th grades, they will have a conversation with our Associate Head of School and/or our Head of School. Our goal is to admit students who can contribute to and benefit from the advantages offered by a CDS education. This interview provides an additional opportunity for applicants to ask questions. Student interviews are conducted as a part of their Shadow Day.
The Admission Committee carefully evaluates each candidate on the basis of admissions tests, teacher recommendations, and previous academic records.
Admission decisions will be communicated to Kindergarten families in early February.
Admission decisions for families of grades 1-8 will be emailed in early March.
Applications received and completed after the deadline will be considered on a rolling basis and will be notified typically within 2-3 weeks of completing the application process.
Learn more about tuition and financial assistance at Charleston Day School.
For detailed instructions and a list of to-do items, please review our Admission Checklist.
Charleston Day School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, admission policies, tuition assistance programs, athletic and other school-administered programs.