Frequently Asked Questions

St. David’s School is fully accredited and a member of respected educational organizations, ensuring a high standard of academic excellence and integrity. We are dually accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS) and the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS), as well as Cognia. This means families can trust that, from preschool through 12th grade, our programs meet rigorous, research-based quality standards and that the school is committed to continued improvement to prepare students confidently for college and life. Learn more about our accreditation and school profile.

St. David's offers 24 AP courses and additional post-AP courses for students beginning in the 10th grade. Dual enrollment courses are not available.

St. David’s offers a rich STEAM program from pre-K through 12th grade, integrating technology and creative problem solving at every stage. In Lower School, students are introduced to coding, robotics, 3-D printing, and productivity software such as Apple iWork and Microsoft Office. Middle Schoolers engage in innovation projects where they are challenged to identify a problem, innovate a solution, and present their findings, and robotics, where teams code robots to complete specific tasks. Upper School students access an Innovation Lab with courses in programming, engineering, and design. We nurture curiosity and hands-on learning to prepare students for a tech-driven world. Learn more about our Innovation Warriors program and technology in the classroom.

St. David’s offers a rich language experience across all stages. In Lower School, students begin learning Spanish in kindergarten, engaging in structured conversational discourse. Fifth-grade students take an introduction to Latin and may add modern languages starting in sixth grade, supporting exploration and discovery. Language options continue in our Upper School program and include Spanish, French, Latin and Greek at AP levels and beyond. Our programs foster cultural appreciation through events like International Day and global studies. This approach helps children grow in communication skills, cultural understanding, and confidence at every age. Learn more about our Lower School academics and Middle School curriculum.

St. David’s offers a range of academic support during the school day tailored to age groups and needs:

Pre-K & Kindergarten: Learning is integrated through engaging daily activities and play-based stations.

Lower School: In our Mini Masterminds Reading or Math clubs, students work with trained learning specialists in small groups during the school day, focused on targeted skill-building in reading and math at no extra cost.

Middle School: Masterminds Club helps strengthen executive function skills with research-based strategies during scheduled sessions during the school day.

All ages: For additional support, the Academic Support Program offers individualized services, including in-class accommodations and specialized instruction for qualifying students. There is a cost associated with this program.

Learn more about our Academic Support Program and After-School Care.

St. David's students consistently perform among the highest-achieving students in the Triangle, earning SAT scores that exceed state and national averages and compare favorably with the region's leading independent schools. This strong academic foundation prepares graduates to gain admission to highly selective colleges and universities across the country.