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The Academy is newly renovated building located at 51 State Street, Charleston, SC 29401, in the heart of historic downtown. Young students will have the opportunity to worship in the chapel and church on St. Philip's campus, study the art and architecture of the campus and city, and be immersed in the history that surrounds us. We invite you to come tour with us at our next Open House.

Monday - Friday, 8:15am - 3:15pmMorning car line is from 7:50 am to 8:10 amAfternoon car line is from 3:15 pm to 3:30 pm

2026-2027 School CalendarAugust 11: First Day of School September 7: Labor Day, no schoolOctober 8: Half DayOctober 9 & 12: No School–Fall BreakNovember 23-27: Thanksgiving BreakDecember 22: Half DayDecember 23 - January 1: Christmas BreakJanuary 4: School resumesJanuary 18: No School–Martin Luther King Jr. Day February 12 & 15: No School–Winter Break/Presidents' Day March 15 - 19: No School–Spring BreakMarch 26: Half Day–Good FridayMay 26: Half Day–Last Day of SchoolOctober 9, February 12: Possible Make Up Days Note: This calendar is subject to change.

K5 - 6th grade will be offered for the 2027-2028 school year.We will add a grade level each year until 12th grade.2027–2028 → K5–6th Grade2028–2029 → K5–7th Grade2029–2030 → K5–8th Grade...and eventually K5–12th GradeYour child can grow with St. Philip's from their earliest school years through graduation.

We began with K5 - 5th grade in our inaugural 2026-2027 school year. We will add a grade level each year until 12th grade.2026–2027 → K5–5th Grade2027–2028 → K5–6th Grade2028–2029 → K5–7th Grade2029–2030 → K5–8th Grade...and eventually K5–12th GradeYour child can grow with St. Philip's from their earliest school years through graduation.

Classes will be intentionally small, limited to 16 students per grade.

Yes, all students will wear uniforms each day of the week. Uniform ordering details will be provided to parents once their child is admitted.

We have partnered closely with the City to develop a safe and efficient carline system. Detailed instructions will be shared with parents upon admission.

We'd love to hear from you! Please email academyadmin@stphilipschurchsc.org with any questions!