FAQ

How much does it cost?

We believe every family should be able to access a high quality private education if they think it is best for their child. 
Tuition is based on a family’s ability to pay. 
Tuition is charged on a sliding scale according to each family’s income and financial situation. Financial assistance is awarded by Charleston Classical School  if a student meets the criteria for admittance and family need is demonstrated through the our third party provider TADS Financial Aid. Recipients of financial assistance must apply each year. 

To be considered for financial assistance, families complete the TADS Financial Aid application form along with submitting required income disclosure documents.
For example, our actual-cost tuition is $10,000, yet a family whose yearly income is $20,000 could expect to pay approximately $500 tuition over 10 months for their child. 

What grades do you have?

For Fall 2023, we will serve kindergarten, 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th graders.
Charleston Classical School plans to add the next grade each subsequent school year.  

What does a typical day look like?

7:30-8:25 a.m. 
Before care

7:40-8:00 a.m.
Morning Carpool

8 a.m.
School Day Begins

8:05-8:30 a.m.
Assembly: Morning Prayer and Class Recitation

8:30-9:30 a.m.
Mathematics

9:30-10 a.m.
Recess

10:00-11:30a.m.
Language Arts (Reading, Writing, Latin & English Grammar)

11:30-12:00 a.m.
Lunch

12:00-1:00 p.m.
Literature & Poetry (integrating Art/Music Appreciation)

1:00-1:15 p.m.
Literature & Poetry (integrating  Art/Music Appreciation) Handcrafts & Teacher Read Aloud

1:15-1:30 p.m.
Recess

1:35-2:30 p.m.
History & Bible (integrating Art/Music Appreciation)

2:30-3:30 p.m.
Garden & Natural History (integrating drawing)

3:30-3:45 p.m.
Dismissal and Pick-Up

3:30-5:30 p.m.
After Care

How long is the school year?

Students attend 180 days of school. School begins in August and the final day is end of May. For more calendar information visit our Events page. 

What is Saturday School?

Saturday School is a unique feature of CCS where parents/guardians attend school with their child on one Saturday in October, and one in February. The purposes are to encourage your student, to help you begin to understand this model of education, and to equip you with skills to help your family flourish. 

How can I learn more about this school?

View more about us, our story, our staff, our delightful students.
Learn more about classical Christian education.

Sign up for a visit! email info@charlestonclassicalschool.org

How can I apply?

Apply online or in person by contacting us at 843-952-3839.
More details on our Admissions Page.