Charlotte Preparatory School

As a concerned parent, I strongly advise against enrolling your child in this school. Student safety is not prioritized here. Bullying is a recurring issue, and unfortunately, there are no effective consequences or interventions in place to address it. Incidents are swept under the rug, and parents are left in the dark without proper explanations or follow-up.The administration is unresponsive. Attempts to meet with the principal are ignored or deflected, making it nearly impossible for parents to voice concerns or advocate for their child. The lack of transparency and accountability is deeply troubling.Children deserve a safe, supportive learning environment. Sadly, this school fails to provide that. Until real changes are made in leadership and policy, I would not recommend this school to any family.

Our family has been part of Providence Day School for six years, and I can say without hesitation that it has been an exceptional experience for our children and for us as parents.What sets Providence Day apart is the balance it strikes between academic rigor and genuine care for the whole child. The teachers are highly skilled, deeply invested, and truly know their students as individuals. They challenge them academically while also supporting their social and emotional growth in meaningful ways.The curriculum is strong and thoughtfully designed, with opportunities for students to explore their interests in academics, the arts, athletics, and service. Communication between school and families is consistent and transparent, and the administration is approachable and responsive. You never feel like just a number here—there is a real sense of partnership between parents and the school.Equally important is the culture. Providence Day fosters kindness, integrity, and respect, while encouraging students to be confident, curious, and resilient. The community is welcoming and inclusive, and families are encouraged to be involved in ways that feel authentic and collaborative.After six years, we remain confident that we chose the right school. Providence Day has helped our children grow not only as students, but as people—and that is ultimately what matters most.

I am sorry I ever sent my children to this school. One was never involved in sports, extremely smart, and very bored with the curriculum. He received bad grades because he was wasn't challenged at school that was so heavily geared towards sports. When he learned what elective courses his cousins were taking at another Charlotte private school, he was jealous. He didn't tell me any of this until he graduated, which just hurts my heart. I wish I had known.My other child had depression and anxiety issues during and after the pandemic and while the middle school counselor was incredible, some of the teachers showed no compassion which only compounded his anxiety. Administration was not helpful and did not care. We left and went to a different school where he is much happier.I can't say I recommend this place. While we did have some truly wonderful and caring teachers, we also had others--and they were the ones that seemed to have been there for YEARS--that were unkind and unhelpful to the students who either weren't involved in athletics or had parents that were rich/famous.I wish I had sent my kids to a different school.