Welcome to Admissions

Welcome to Duke School! We believe that choosing the appropriate school for your child means finding a learning community with whom to partner in the continual education of your child. The Admissions Office at Duke School is committed to helping families find the right school by taking a personal interest in getting to know each applicant and his or her family. We also want to learn about your educational goals and to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of the school, our curriculum, and overall culture. At Duke School, we inspire learners to boldly and creatively shape their future. We offer learning through project work, small class sizes, and a rigorous academic approach. Our integrated curriculum is taught in a hands-on learning environment where children collaborate in an atmosphere of acceptance, respect, and appreciation. Our exceptional teachers remain at the cutting-edge of proven practices of learning. We believe in a research-based philosophy in which children are provided with instruction that balances academic, social, emotional, and physical development. For more details on Duke School's program, we have compiled a few highlights for your perusal. We invite you to view the application process for details on how to apply to Duke School. All of our forms are downloadable from the admissions forms page. Keep in mind, however, that the best way to understand our unique learning environment is to visit our campus, observe classes in action, and talk with current faculty, staff, students, and parents. Therefore, while we certainly encourage you to explore our website, we strongly recommend attending one of our monthly Information Sessions from October to January. After you have applied to the school, you may schedule a personal tour so that you can discover firsthand the wonders of our methodology. We look forward to meeting and assisting you in the process of finding the right school for your child and family. If you have questions, feel free to call us at (919) 416-9420 or e-mail admit@dukeschool.org.  Please  fill out an Online Inquiry Form so that we may be of assistance in a more timely manner. Best regards, Kait Paden Director of Admissions Nicole Thompson  Assistant Director of Admissions