Eighth graders get a chance to travel to France or Spain for two weeks including a homestay with a local family.

Admissions Checklist

Phase I

  • Information packet reviewed by family.
  • Visit and tour by family scheduled through the Admissions Office.
    (Call 828-274-0757)
  • Print out an application to mail in or fax to the Admissions Office at 828-274-0756.

To open "pdf" files you will need Acrobat Reader on your computer.  If you do not have Acrobat Reader on your computer click on the "Get Acrobat Reader" image below to go to Adobe to download a free Adobe Acrobat Reader.



After you have downloaded Acrobat Reader, click on the forms you need and print them out.

Application Form for all Grades.pdf

Teacher Questionnaire for Students Applying for Pre-K, Kindergarten, and First Grade.pdf

Teacher Recommendation, Grades 1 - 5.pdf
for Students Applying for Grades 2 - 6

Math Teacher Recommendation for Applicants for Grades 7 - 12.pdf

English Teacher Recommendation for Applicants for Grades 7 - 12.pdf

Student Supplement for students entering grades 9-12

Parents' Authorization Form for Release of Records.pdf

Please note that forms have multiple pages.


Phase II

  • Application returned with application fee.
  • Classroom visit and testing scheduled through the Admissions Office.
  • Official school transcript sent to Carolina Day School.
  • Confidential teacher recommendations sent to Admissions Office by current teacher.
  • Admissions interview scheduled through the Admissions Office (Grades 9-12).
  • Admissions Committee evaluates candidate.

Click here if you need information on financial aid.
Deadline for financial aid applications is
in early February of each year.

Phase III

Upon acceptance to Carolina Day School, an enrollment packet will be sent with a letter of acceptance including:

  • Enrollment contract
  • Registration form
  • Other forms depending on grade level

When your deposit and contract are received by the school, your child's place will be secured in the appropriate class.

Admissions Calendar

Tour and Information sessions are held throughout the year.
We would love to have you visit.

For information call 274-0757.