Providence Day

South Charlotte · Independent

Selective K-12 independent school with a global-education signature

What distinguishes Providence Day School?

Providence Day is a selective non-sectarian K-12 school on a 45-acre south Charlotte campus. Its Global Education program, robust AP and post-AP catalog, and strong athletics have made it one of the top independent-school destinations for relocating families. It shares Charlotte Latin's competitive selectivity and college-matriculation profile.

Type
Independent K-12, non-sectarian
Founded
1970
Enrollment
≈1,700 K-12
Campus
45 acres, Sardis Road corridor

Providence Day sits along the Sardis Road corridor south of Providence Road. Its Global Education program — including required international study components — is a differentiator relative to Latin and Country Day.

Academic Profile

College-preparatory curriculum with a signature Global Education program spanning K-12. Deep AP catalog and post-AP electives. College matriculation extends across Ivy League, Duke, Vanderbilt, UNC-Chapel Hill, and top liberal-arts colleges.

Nearby Luxury Real Estate

Common family concentrations include Piper Glen, Foxcroft, Cotswold, Providence Country Club (Union County), and Ballantyne. Commute times are similar to Latin's.

Lifestyle & Commute

Sardis Road puts most south-Charlotte and northern Union County families within 15-20 minutes. SouthPark shopping and dining are 10 minutes north.

Advisory Notes

Application timing mirrors Latin — early fall for the following academic year. Global Education program elements can affect family scheduling for older students; review before enrolling.

Feeder Schools

  • Elementary: Providence Day Lower School (K-4)
  • Middle: Providence Day Middle School (5-8)
  • High: Providence Day Upper School (9-12)

Neighborhoods in the Attendance Area

  • Foxcroft — 10-15 min drive
  • Cotswold — 10-15 min drive
  • Piper Glen — 15-20 min drive
  • Ballantyne Country Club — 15-20 min drive

Frequently Asked Questions

How is Providence Day different from Charlotte Latin?

Comparable in academic quality and selectivity. Providence Day differentiates on its Global Education program and slightly smaller campus footprint. Latin has stronger classics offerings and a larger athletic infrastructure.

What is Providence Day tuition?

Published tuition ranges roughly $30,000–$36,000 depending on grade.