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Christ Church Episcopal School

United States, Greenville

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The school at a glance
Instructs in English
Fees Fees not listed
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 1200
Type Co-educational
Opened 1959
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP), IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP)
Taught languages Spanish, Latin, French, Mandarin, German
Typical class size 18
Strengths Performing Arts, Sport, Languages
Clubs Academic and Intellectual, Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language
Stages Preschool, Primary School, Middle School, High School
Introduction

Christ Church Episcopal School (CCES) is an independent, co‑ed day school serving Primer (Kindergarten) through 12th grade on a 94‑acre campus in Greenville, South Carolina. The Lower School follows the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (IB‑PYP) with core subjects English, Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, and language study in Spanish and German for Native Speakers. The IB Learner Profile guides learning across divisions, fostering inquiry, knowledge, communication and global-mindedness. Middle School delivers hands-on, inquiry‑driven learning with spaces such as the Wetlands Lab and the TIDE Lab (Technology, Innovation, Design, & Entrepreneurship). Upper School offers Advanced Placement courses and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme (IB‑DP); about 20 percent of each class elects IB, with GOA online courses available for credit. In May 2026, 196 CCES students took 462 AP exams, 94 percent scoring 3 or higher. Facilities include Hartness Performing Arts Center, McCall Field House, Carson Stadium, and also the Chapel.

245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, SC 29607, USA

The Essentials

Christ Church Episcopal School has 1,200 pupils, typical class sizes of 18, instruction in English.

Location
245 Cavalier Drive, Greenville, SC 29607, United States. It operates on a single Cavalier Drive campus that hosts Lower School, with Middle School at 555 Wenwood Road and Upper School at 567 Wenwood Road, Greenville, SC 29607. A central campus entrance on Cavalier Drive is used for weekday traffic. The school is located in Greenville, South Carolina.

Stages
Primer (Kindergarten) through Grade 12. Lower School covers Primer (Kindergarten)–Grade 4; Middle School covers Grades 5–8; Upper School covers Grades 9–12.

Type
Independent day school, co-ed

Religious affiliation
Episcopal

School day structure
Lower School day runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:05 p.m.; Middle School day runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:10 p.m.; Upper School day runs 9:00 a.m. to 3:15 p.m. An Extended Day program runs from 3:05 to 5:30 p.m. for Lower and Middle Schools.
Diving Deeper

Boarding Arrangements
The school is an independent day school.

Uniform Requirement
Primer (Kindergarten) through 8th grade wear uniforms. Upper School adheres to a dress code. Uniform and dress code information is in the Parent-Student Handbook.

Food Options
School lunch is available and not included in tuition.

Governance and Ownership
The school is governed by a Board of Trustees which sets policy, develops long-range plans, monitors performance, and selects and evaluates the Head of School. The Board consists of up to twenty members elected to three-year terms, with a simple majority of trustees being Episcopalian; at least two trustees must be members of Christ Church, one of whom is a Vestry representative. The Head of School serves as an ex-officio member of all committees.
Fees
Application & Admission Fees

- Application fee (one-time, non-refundable): USD 150 for Primer (Kindergarten) through Grade 12.
- Matriculation fee (one-time, due when the initial Enrollment Contract is completed and required to reserve a place):
- Primer (K5) through Grade 4: USD 2,000.
- Grades 5–12: USD 2,500.
- Tuition deposit: a tuition deposit equal to the amount shown for each grade group is billed on receipt of the matriculation fee and the executed enrollment contract and is credited toward tuition.

Tuition — 2026–27 (by grade group)

- Primer (K5) – Grade 4:
- Annual tuition: USD 23,555.00.
- Tuition deposit: USD 2,355.50.
- Remaining tuition after deposit: USD 21,199.50.

- Grades 5–6:
- Annual tuition: USD 26,215.00.
- Tuition deposit: USD 2,621.50.
- Remaining tuition after deposit: USD 23,593.50.

- Grades 7–8:
- Annual tuition: USD 27,170.00.
- Tuition deposit: USD 2,717.00.
- Remaining tuition after deposit: USD 24,453.00.

- Grades 9–12:
- Annual tuition: USD 28,095.00.
- Tuition deposit: USD 2,809.50.
- Remaining tuition after deposit: USD 25,285.50.

Payment plans and billing schedule

- Payment plan options shown for the 2026–27 year include an Annual payment plan (one payment), a 9-month plan, and an 11-month plan. Exact plan amounts and schedules are published for each grade group. The school notes the following timing and conditions: the Annual payment is due on or before June 1, 2026 and includes a 2% discount; the nine-month plan begins in July 2026 and continues through April 2027 (excluding February); the eleven-month plan begins in July 2026 and continues through June 2027 (excluding February). Families paying in monthly installments are required to provide financial information to FACTS Tuition Management no later than July 10th.

- The tuition deposit is billed on receipt of both the matriculation fee and the executed enrollment contract and is credited toward tuition.

Billing mechanics and payment processing

- Monthly and installment billing is administered through FACTS Tuition Management; tuition and fees will be drafted from the family's financial account according to the selected payment plan.
- FACTS generally supports ACH (bank draft) and credit-card payment methods; individual payment-method convenience or processing fees (if any) are set by FACTS and may apply when using a credit card.

Other required and recurring fees (by grade or program)

- Materials, supplies, and day-trip (MSDT) fees (billed over a 10-month period from July through April; MSDT fees are non-refundable and non-transferrable):
- Primer (K5)–Grade 4: USD 270.00.
- Grade 5: USD 525.00.
- Grade 6: USD 400.00.
- Grade 7: USD 420.00.
- Grade 8: USD 420.00.
- Grade 9: USD 390.00.
- Grade 10: USD 360.00.
- Grade 11: USD 365.00.
- Grade 12: USD 520.00.

- Required/grade-specific items (examples and typical ranges):
- Lower School uniforms (P–4): approximately USD 250.
- Middle School calculator (required): USD 100. Uniforms for Grades 5–8 typically around USD 250 (may vary by quantity). Overnight trip charges for Grades 5–8 are shown in a range (example: USD 900–2,000) and vary by trip and year. Instrument rental for Grade 5 varies by instrument.
- Upper School: AP assessment fees (if enrolled): USD 100 per assessment; IB assessment fees (if enrolled): USD 125 per assessment. Overnight trip charges and course-specific textbook costs are shown in ranges (textbook costs typically USD 85–280 depending on course).

- Optional and activity fees (examples and typical ranges):
- Auxiliary Programs — Extended Day: USD 20 per day or USD 235 per month (per student).
- Athletics (gear, camps, travel): USD 100–675 depending on sport.
- Achievement Center academic tutoring: USD 60 per hour.
- Club, ensemble, musical, and event participation costs (examples): USD 16–625 depending on activity (e.g., Model UN USD 275–625; US musicals and tech-week items USD 145).

Insurance, refunds, and non-refundable items

- Basic Student Accident Insurance is provided for all students and is included in tuition; optional additional accident coverage is available at extra cost.

- Tuition Refund Insurance is available and is required for certain families (including all new students except those electing the Annual Payment plan, all students receiving school-awarded financial aid, students on probation/conditional enrollment, and families with a history of delinquent payments). The annual premium for Tuition Refund Insurance is 1.9% of the net tuition amount. Enrollment in the insurance plan must be completed by July 1 and students must attend school for seven (7) days to be eligible under the plan's conditions. The plan refunds a portion of unused annual tuition for covered reasons when a student is withdrawn or dismissed per the plan's terms. MSDT fees are explicitly billed over July–April and are non-refundable and non-transferrable.

Boarding/Residential Fees

- Christ Church Episcopal School is an independent day school serving Primer (K5) through Grade 12. Boarding or residential programs are not applicable.

Examples of incidental and one-time charges parents should expect

- Application fee: USD 150 (one-time, non-refundable).
- Matriculation/enrollment reservation fee: USD 2,000 (P–4) or USD 2,500 (Grades 5–12).
- MSDT/materials/supplies/day-trip charges by grade (amounts listed above).
- Uniform purchases, course textbooks, AP/IB assessment fees, overnight-trip fees, instrument rentals, athletics participation fees, and extended-day charges as listed under required and optional fees.

Contact and account management notes

- Families selecting monthly installment plans must provide required financial information to FACTS by the stated deadline and will have tuition and fees drafted from the financial account set up with FACTS according to the selected payment plan. Specific convenience or processing fees for credit-card payments are determined by FACTS. For account setup and billing schedule details, families will work directly with the school's Student Accounts Manager and FACTS enrollment.
Academics

Christ Church Episcopal School teaches IB (PYP), IB (DP), Advanced Placement (AP).

Curriculum
Lower School uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB-PYP) for Primer (Kindergarten) through 4th grade, with core subjects English, Reading, Mathematics, Social Studies, Science, Spanish and German for Native Speakers. The IB Learner Profile guides learning across the division, emphasizing inquiry, knowledge, communication and global-mindedness. Middle School features hands-on, inquiry-driven learning with spaces such as the Wetlands Lab and the TIDE Lab (Technology, Innovation, Design, & Entrepreneurship). Upper School offers Advanced Placement (AP) courses and the International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB DP); about 20 percent of each class elects IB, and the DP is complemented by Global Online Academy (GOA) offerings for online courses. GOA courses can be taken for credit and appear on CCES transcripts. In May 2026, 196 CCES students took 462 AP exams, with 94 percent scoring 3 or higher.

Exam Results
AP results: In May 2026, 196 CCES students took 462 AP exams, with 94% scoring 3 or higher. IB Diploma results: Since the first IB graduating class in 2001, 90% of diploma candidates have earned the diploma; on average 20% of each class elects the IB curriculum.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Social-emotional development is central at CCES, with a culture of care, empathy, and resilience. In partnership with students, teachers, parents, and the chaplaincy, our school counselors nurture intellectual growth, personal integrity, and emotional well-being while fostering a sense of belonging for all students. Counselors provide individual meetings, small groups, and training workshops across all divisions. Mindfulness programs promote emotional, social, physical, and spiritual well-being for students, staff, and families. Students have mentoring opportunities through Cav Companions, Reading Buddies, and Senior-Primer events, and advisory groups in the Middle and Upper Schools provide safe spaces to learn about themselves and others.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)
The Achievement Center provides targeted academic support services for Primer through 12th grade. Each division has two or more Learning Specialists who partner with students and teachers to support general learning and develop strategies, including executive functions such as planning, organization, and time management. Classroom and testing accommodations are available for students with documented and qualifying needs, and CCES does not modify its academic program. The Center's staff includes a diverse group of professionals dedicated to strengthening academic skills within the CCES curriculum.

Mental Wellbeing
Mindfulness programs promote emotional, social, physical, and spiritual well-being. School counselors support mental health through individual meetings, small groups, and trainings across all divisions. Chaplains in every division provide spiritual support with weekly services and traditions such as Blessing of the Animals and International chapel to foster resilience. Advisory groups in the Middle and Upper Schools provide safe spaces to learn about themselves and others. The wellness framework is supported by two full-time registered nurses and a standing Medical Advisory Panel to guide health, safety, and well-being across the school community.

Safeguarding
CCES has a 24-hour security team. Safety is a main priority.
Parent Experience

History
Christ Church Episcopal School was formed in the summer of 1959 by the Rector and Vestry of Christ Church Episcopal, succeeding a K-12 Episcopal Day School founded about ten years earlier and operated by St. James Episcopal Church. The first campus consisted of three frame houses on East Washington Street, with the second, third, and fourth grades in one building, and first, fifth, and sixth in another, while the middle building housed kindergarten and administration. The Rev. Dr. Claude E. Guthrie served as the school's first Headmaster. By 1972 CCES graduated its first senior class, and by 2002 Primer (5K) through 12th grades were united on a single Cavalier campus. The Chapel of the Good Shepherd was dedicated in 2005, and Heads of School over the years have included The Rev. Dr. Claude E. Guthrie (1959–1965), Rufus Bethea (1965–1974), Canon Allen F. Bray (1974–1981), Benjamin M. Crabtree (1981–1988), James K. Rumrill (1988–1997), Ellen Moceri (1997–2000), Dr. Leland H. Cox, Jr. (2000–2008), Dr. Leonard Kupersmith (2008–2020), and David Padilla (2020–present).

Community
Community is a cornerstone of CCES and is evident in life at the school. The school emphasizes belonging and connection through events and experiences that involve students, families, and alumni. Key events include the Senior Primer Halloween Parade, Special Friends Day, Journey to the Cross, Convocation, and College Signing Day. A variety of experiences, traditions, athletics, clubs, and leadership opportunities are available to students to support their growth.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)
Parent involvement at CCES is organized through Parent Org and Parent Panel groups. Online Cavalier Community provides information about ways to get involved, and all parents must undergo a background check and complete a training course. The Arts Guild meets monthly to offer support for CCES arts and to assist with musical and dramatic performances, the arts and crafts fair, Chrismon services, and choral activities; donors receive a certain number of free tickets based on membership level. The Booster Club partners with the Athletics staff to enhance game-day experiences, manages concessions and gates, produces the Sports Program, and hosts seasonal Senior Athlete Recognition events.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The CCES campus spans 94 acres with the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools each in their own buildings. The Hartness Performing Arts Center sits adjacent to the Lower School and hosts dramatic productions, music performances, guest speakers, and assemblies for all divisions. The Chapel of the Good Shepherd sits at the campus center. Physical education and indoor sports take place in McCall Field House, and Carson Stadium hosts football and soccer games and track meets. The Robertson-Navarro Baseball Pavilion provides a press box, concessions, and restrooms for baseball, tennis, field hockey, and lacrosse. Student athletes train in the Cavalier Training Center's weight room and media room, and well-maintained practice and playing fields across campus support more than 40 athletic teams.

Sports Facilities
McCall Field House is a comprehensive indoor sports facility with one full-size court, two side courts, and three regulation size volleyball courts with bleachers, and seating for 1,143. Carson Stadium hosts football and soccer games and track meets. The Robertson-Navarro Baseball Pavilion provides a press box, concessions, and restrooms for baseball, tennis, field hockey, and lacrosse. The Tennis Courts comprise six fenced hardcourts near the Upper School, with restrooms accessible via the press box. Linda Reeves Field is 107 by 60 yards and features bleachers, a scoreboard, lights, and a sound system.

Academic Facilities
The CCES Media Centers are located in the Lower, Middle, and Upper Schools and accommodate 30-40 occupants; they are equipped with projectors and screens. Classrooms are equipped with SmartBoards and seating for 20-25. The Achievement Center serves Primer through 12th grade with learning specialists at each division and offers academic support services, tutoring, testing accommodations, and ESOL. The German Program for Native Speakers is part of CCES academics.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Arts Programs include Theater, Music, and Visual Arts. Hartness Performing Arts Center hosts dramatic productions, music performances, guest speakers, and assemblies for all three divisions. Physical education and indoor sports are conducted in McCall Field House, and Carson Stadium hosts football and soccer games and track meets. The campus also features six fenced hardcourt Tennis Courts, the Robertson-Navarro Baseball Pavilion, Linda Reeves Field, and other playing fields that support more than 40 athletic teams.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
CCES offers a range of clubs and programs for academic enrichment. Middle and Upper School clubs include Math Counts, Academic Team, Mock Trial, Youth in Government, Model United Nations, Philosophy, and Investment Club. Language study is supported by Language Clubs for Spanish, Chinese, and French. The Upper School also publishes The Delphian, CCES's literary magazine, and students may participate in Book Club and other academics-oriented activities.

Arts & Creative
CCES supports arts and creative expression through Theater, Music, and Visual Arts programs. Lower School offers Art Club, Percussion, Chorus, Handbells, and Strings; Middle School adds Orchestra, Band, and an Art Elective; Upper School features The Delphian, the literary magazine, along with ongoing Book Club and other arts clubs. Theater, music ensembles, and visual arts opportunities provide performance and exhibition experiences across divisions.

Cultural & Language
Language study is supported by Language Clubs: Spanish, Chinese, and French. Upper School hosts language-based clubs that are student-created and faculty-guided. These clubs provide opportunities to practice languages and collaborate on cross-cultural projects.

Social & Hobbies
Lower School offers Garden Club, Book Buddies, Acolytes, Car Pool Patrols, Community Service, Technology, Art Club, Percussion, Chorus, Handbells, and Strings. Middle School adds Choir, Orchestra, Band, Math Counts, Media Team, and Girl Scouts, with Pokemon and Sports Trading Cards as hobby clubs. Upper School clubs are student-created and include The Delphian, Book Club, Mock Trial, Youth in Government, Model United Nations, Language Clubs (Spanish, Chinese, French), Philosophy, Academic Team, and specialty teams such as Bass Fishing, Sporting Clays, Outdoors, Environmental, Investment, and Dungeons and Dragons.

Community & Service
Lower School includes Community Service as an active program. Service and experiential learning are woven across divisions, with opportunities to engage in local charitable work. Upper School Ambassadors and leadership groups coordinate outreach and partner with local charities.

Leadership & Professional
Leadership opportunities are integrated at every level. Upper School includes Student Council and Ambassadors; homerooms and clubs foster leadership through CavCircles and student-inquiry projects. Middle School and Lower School offer leadership roles such as Chaplain Team, Cavalier Crew, CavCompanions, Morning Prayer leadership, and student committees.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
CCES offers athletics through the CCES Cavaliers, including Running, Bass Fishing Team, Sporting Clays Team, and other sports. A wide range of after-school activities supports physical health and recreation. Student Support & Wellness provides programs and resources to support student well-being and resilience.
Languages

Language Provision
The school teaches Spanish, Latin, French, Chinese, and German. Primer through 5th grade students receive exploratory Spanish; grades 6-8 can study Spanish, Latin, French, or Chinese; grades 9-12 can study Spanish, Latin, French, Chinese, or German. Upper School must complete three consecutive years of language study for graduation.
Admissions

Admissions
Step 1. Submit the online application with the non-refundable fee of $150. Applications are submitted through the admissions portal, which guides applicants through grade-specific requirements. The fee is non-refundable. After submission, the file enters the Admissions Committee review process.

Step 2. Provide required recommendations and records according to grade level. Lower School requires a Teacher Recommendation, Progress Report (Kindergarten) or School Records (Grades 1-4), and a Third-Party Assessment. Middle School requires an Administrator Recommendation and Teacher Recommendations (Grades 5-6) or English and Math Teacher Recommendations (Grades 7-8), along with School Records. Upper School requires an Administrator's Recommendation, Math and English Teacher Recommendations, and School Records. International Students require Teacher Recommendations and School Records. These materials are submitted through the online portal.

Step 3. Complete testing and assessments as required by grade level. Middle School uses Admission Testing on December 12, 2026 or January 11, 2027. Upper School uses Testing on December 12, 2026 or January 9, 2027 for rising Grade 9, with options related to previously taken tests; Lower School relies on a Third-Party Assessment. Group Visits for Lower School are on January 9, 2027 or January 11, 2027. Applicant Visits occur as part of the process.

Step 4. Participate in Applicant Visit and Parent Interview. Lower School includes an Applicant Visit for rising Grade 4 and Group Visits on January 9 or January 11. Middle School requires an Applicant Visit and a Parent Interview. Upper School requires an Applicant Visit and a Parent Interview. International Students may have a virtual interview option.

Step 5. Complete all steps by January 31 to receive an admission decision the first week of March. All steps must be completed before the file can be presented to the Admission Committee. Applicants with complete files by January 31 will be notified of admission the first week of March by email. Following January 31, decisions are made based on space availability.

Step 6. Understand late applications and rolling admissions. Applications received after January 15 are considered late applicants. Late applicants must complete their files to be considered for rolling admissions, and interviews or entrance exams are only conducted if space is available. If space remains unavailable, the application may roll over to the following admission season. Acceptance may be offered to a qualified late applicant over the wait pool.

Step 7. International Students specifics. International Students complete an application with a non-refundable fee, provide Teacher Recommendations and School Records, and may undergo Admission Testing or a Third-Party Assessment. An Applicant and Parent Interview may be scheduled virtually. CCES will process the I-20 Student Visa Form for students seeking an F-1 visa, and CCES does not provide host families or work with outside agencies.

Scholarships
Financial aid is need-based and awarded annually. The average award is 46% of tuition, and $2,460,203 was awarded, with 15% of students receiving need-based financial aid. New and current families may apply for Financial Aid through Ravenna; deadlines are December 15 for current families and January 15 for prospective families. Financial aid awards are contingent upon available funds and the applicant's demonstrated need. The process uses Ravenna to assess need, requiring the Parent Financial Statement and supporting documents such as tax returns and W-2s. Financial aid decisions are made with consideration of need and are separate from admissions decisions, which are need-blind. No sibling discount is offered.

Waitlist
There is a wait pool for admissions. Complete files by January 31 are reviewed for admission decisions in the first week of March, based on space availability. If space is not available, late applicants may be considered for rolling admissions or offered admission from the wait pool. Acceptance may be offered to a qualified late applicant over the wait pool.
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