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A place where learning is loved, shared and celebrated. A place where students are engaged in thinking. Doing. Creating. Discovering. Asking questions. Finding answers.

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Where your child's education is a journey filled with wonder and self-realization. A place where learning lives inside the classroom and is embraced outside of it.

We are teachers who challenge. We are mentors who nurture. Our passion is the pursuit of your child's full potential.

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An independent school is a true investment in your child. The faculty, staff, administration and board at Summit feel privileged each day to live our mission: Summit School provides a challenging curriculum within a caring environment to help students develop their full potential. Summit has more than 90 year history of excellence and innovation that inspires us to challenge and support each child. Learn more about Tuition and Affordability.

What is an independent school?

Independent schools are distinct from other private schools. We are independently governed by a board of trustees. We do not depend upon church funds as faith-based schools do; nor do we receive tax dollars like public schools. Independent schools are supported by tuition dollars and philanthropic giving.

Summit is a member of the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools and the National Association of Independent Schools. We are accredited by SAIS.

To be eligible for NAIS membership, a school must be independently governed by a Board of Trustees, practice nondiscriminatory policies, be accredited by an approved state or regional association, and hold not-for-profit, 501c3 status.

Fast Facts from NAIS:

Over half a million children in the U.S. attend independent schools.
- Many more families choose independent schools than is commonly perceived.
Families of color constitute 28 percent of the U.S. independent school population.
- There is considerable diversity at independent schools.
Across the U.S., the median percentage of families who receive financial assistance at independent schools is 23 percent.
- Independent schooling is available to families from a very broad range of income levels.

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