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Morganton Day School

United States, Morganton

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The school at a glance
Fees $3,000 - 10,500
Ages Not listed
Pupil numbers 120
Type Co-educational
Opened 1978
Bus Service No
Academic offering
Curriculum IB (PYP)
Taught languages Spanish
Typical class size 14
Strengths Visual and Creative Arts, STEM, Languages
Clubs Arts and Creative, Cultural and Language, Lifestyle and Wellbeing
Stages Preschool, Kindergarten, Elementary, Middle School
Introduction

Morganton Day School is an independent, nonprofit day school serving Junior Kindergarten 3 through eighth grade in Morganton, North Carolina. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme for JK through 5th grade and a Middle School program for 5th–8th grade with a focus on STEAM and inquiry-based learning. Founded in 1978, the school emphasizes intellectual curiosity, kindness, collaboration, service, and meaningful relationships, with small class sizes that support personalized learning. A broad enrichment program includes art, music, Spanish, STEAM, technology, physical education, and athletics. In 2019 Morganton Day School acquired the Old Armory to expand the campus, upgrade the gymnasium for athletics, and create new Middle School classrooms. Facilities support an athletic program with a renovated gym and dedicated spaces for Middle School. The school offers an annual school musical as part of its arts and sports programs and maintains a broad athletics program overall.

305 West Concord Street, Morganton, NC 28655

The Essentials

Morganton Day School has 120 pupils, typical class sizes of 14.

Location
The school is located at 305 West Concord Street, Morganton, North Carolina 28655.

Stages
Junior Kindergarten through eighth grade; International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (PYP) is offered.

Country affiliation
United States
Diving Deeper

Governance and Ownership
Morganton Day School is a nonprofit, independent school serving Junior Kindergarten 3 through 8th grade. It is governed by a Board of Trustees. The Head of School reports to the Board of Trustees.
Fees

Annual tuition at Morganton Day School ranges from USD 3,000 to USD 10,500 for 2026/27.

Application fees
- Non-refundable application fee: USD 100.
- New student (enrollment/registration) fee: USD 350 (applies to new students).

Tuition fees by year group (annual / monthly where published)
- Junior Kindergarten (options listed):
- Two days: Monthly tuition USD 250.00; registration fee USD 320.00.
- Three days: Monthly tuition USD 375.00; registration fee USD 350.00.
- Four days: Monthly tuition USD 500.00; registration fee USD 380.00.
- Kindergarten (JK–Kindergarten option shown in same schedule): Monthly tuition USD 525.00; registration fee USD 425.00. Late pick‑up fee after 2:30 p.m.: USD 25.00 per child. Extended Care hours and rules apply; accounts must be current to use Extended Care.
- Kindergarten through Grade 8 (day students): Annual tuition USD 10,500; activity fee USD 250.

Billing schedule and payment terms
- Acceptance and enrollment require a completed enrollment contract and a deposit returned within two weeks of the offer. Tuition payment plans are available; families select a payment plan as part of enrollment and the enrollment contract contains the billing schedule and payment terms. Accounts must be kept current in order to use Extended Care.

Boarding fees
- Not applicable. Morganton Day School is a day school for Junior Kindergarten through eighth grade and does not offer boarding.

Other costs and recurring fees
- Activity fee (per student): USD 250.
- New student / enrollment fee (one-time at entry): USD 350.
- Registration fees for Junior Kindergarten options: USD 320 (two days), USD 350 (three days), USD 380 (four days), USD 425 (kindergarten option).
- Extended Care and late pick-up charges: late pick-up USD 25.00 per child (applies after 2:30 p.m.); Extended Care is offered before and after school and is billed separately; accounts must be current to use Extended Care.
- Additional incidental fees (for example field trips, special activities, supplies, or other program fees) may be billed separately through the school's billing process; an activity fee is charged as noted above.

Refund information and withdrawal terms
- Enrollment requires signed forms and a deposit to secure a student's place; the enrollment contract defines refund and withdrawal terms. Families are required to submit the completed enrollment contract and deposit within the timeframe stated in the contract. Review of the enrollment contract is required to determine specific refund or withdrawal policies.

Fee payment options
- The application fee can be mailed by check with the paper application when using the postal application process. Method(s) for tuition payments and the available payment modalities (for example annual, semi‑annual, monthly/tuition‑plan options) are selected during enrollment and are specified in the enrollment contract and billing materials provided at that time. Tuition payment plans are available; the business office provides the billing schedule and plan details during enrollment.

If a precise line‑item you require (for example an exact per‑term installment schedule, or any updates for the next academic year) is needed, those figures are specified in the school's enrollment contract and tuition documentation provided at admission and in the school's tuition materials.
Academics

Morganton Day School teaches IB (PYP).

Curriculum
The school uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) for JK through eighth grade, with inquiry-based learning.

Gifted and Talented
Enrichment includes art, music, Spanish, technology and athletics.
Wellbeing

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)
Morganton Day School fosters social-emotional development within an IB-inspired inquiry-based learning environment. In Junior Kindergarten, social-emotional skills are reinforced to prepare students for the MDS program. The core community values intellectual curiosity, kindness, collaboration, service, and meaningful relationships. Small class sizes support individualized attention and healthy peer relationships.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)
Weekly Spanish language classes are offered.

Mental Wellbeing
A safe and nurturing learning environment supports student well-being. Small class sizes and close teacher knowledge of students enable personalized support. The IB framework centers on relationships, collaboration, and service, contributing to students' emotional and social well-being.

Safeguarding
The school provides a safe and nurturing learning environment where students are empowered to embrace who they are and to celebrate one another.
Parent Experience

History
Founded in 1978, Morganton Day School is a nonprofit, independent school serving Junior Kindergarten 3 through eighth grade. It is an International Baccalaureate World School offering the Primary Years Programme since 2007. The school emphasizes intellectual curiosity, kindness, collaboration, service, and meaningful relationships. Small class sizes support personalized learning and a broad enrichment program including art, music, Spanish, STEAM, technology, physical education, and athletics.

Community
Morganton Day School is a close-knit school community with a distinctive educational mission. Faculty and staff are deeply invested in students, families are engaged and supportive, and students are encouraged to grow as confident, compassionate, and curious learners. What distinguishes MDS is the strength of the relationships that define the school community, balancing academic excellence with personal attention and belonging. The campus is located within walking distance of downtown Morganton and is deeply connected to the broader Morganton community through its programs and culture.
Facilities

Facilities Overview
The school is located at 305 West Concord Street, Morganton, NC 28655. Morganton Day School acquired the Old Armory in downtown Morganton in 2019 to expand the campus, upgrade the gymnasium for athletics, and create new Middle School classrooms. The school serves Junior Kindergarten through 8th grade and follows an International Baccalaureate program, including the Primary Years Program. The enrichment program highlights art, music, Spanish, technology and athletics.

Sports Facilities
The Armory renovation will upgrade the gymnasium and provide space for the athletic program and sports teams.

Academic Facilities
The school offers the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) for JK through 5th grade and a Middle School program (5th–8th) with a focus on STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math) and inquiry-based learning.

Extra Curricular Facilities
Enrichment includes Physical Education, Art + Design Thinking, Spanish and Music + Band; the weekly enrichment in the Middle School and the annual school musical are part of the arts and athletic programs; Morganton Day School also maintains a broad athletics program.
Extra-Curricular Activities

Academic & Intellectual
The school uses the International Baccalaureate Primary Years Program (IB PYP) from Junior Kindergarten through eighth grade. It emphasizes inquiry-based learning to provide a unique, challenging, and diverse education. MDS educators have a passion for inquiry-based learning.

Arts & Creative
Art and music are offered.

Cultural & Language
Spanish is taught as part of the curriculum.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing
Athletics are part of Morganton Day School's program.
Languages

Language Provision
Spanish is taught as part of Daily Enrichment (Art, PE, Spanish, and Music).
Admissions

Admissions
1. Submit MDS Application For Admission. An MDS Application For Admission is available. 2. If using the paper application, download, print, and complete the form, and mail it with a $100 non-refundable deposit to Morganton Day School, Attn: Admissions, 305 West Concord Street, Morganton, NC 28655. 3. Paper applications are available in English and Spanish under the '¿Necesita una solicitud de admisión MDS en papel?' section, with Instructions for Mailing and a 'Descargar ahora' option. 4. The $100 non-refundable deposit accompanies the paper application.

Scholarships
NC Opportunity Scholarships (~$3,000 - $7,000) are awarded to qualifying K-12 students based on family household income. Morganton Day School urges every K-8 family to apply from February 2, 2026 through March 5, 2026 for priority consideration.
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