Cape Fear Academy is a traditional, non-sectarian day school of 600 students in grades from Pre-kindergarten through High School. Founded in 1967, Cape Fear Academy states its mission as being a learning community committed to discovering and developing student potential, preparing each student for success in college and life. Well respected for...more about Cape Fear Academy
Independent/Private Schools
Wilmington's oldest Montessori School with more than 25 years of academic excellence, The Children's Schoolhouse offers classes for youngsters ages 3 to 6 years old. A small, warm, home-like, nurturing environment fosters positive growth and development along with solid educational programming. Located within St. Matthew's Lutheran Church, the school includes a...more about The Children's Schoolhouse - Montessori
Friends School of Wilmington is a warm, nurturing, educational community that prepares independent thinkers for a global, knowledge-based future. Continuing a 300-year Quaker educational tradition of fostering intellectual and spiritual integrity while affirming the value of each individual, the school offers a well-rounded program and a developmentally appropriate curriculum. Challenging, relevant,...more about Friends School of Wilmington
The Music School of Wilmington offers private, one-on-one lessons and programs tailored to meet the needs of each student, child or adult ages 6 and older. All instructors are accredited and are professional performing musicians and teachers who understand the positive impact music education has on school performance and a well-rounded...more about Music School of Wilmington
Biblical principles serve as a framework and spiritual foundation for all that is taught at Myrtle Grove Christian School. Academic excellence combined with strong moral values ensures a sound learning environment for more than 430 students in preschool through 8th grade. A ministry of Myrtle Grove Evangelical Presbyterian Church, the school...more about Myrtle Grove Christian School
At New Horizons Elementary School, students in kindergarten through 5th grade learn in a highly creative, positive environment that provides ongoing opportunities for self development as well as academic growth. An unusual, home-like campus, small class size and a stimulating curriculum, coupled with a professional, friendly and nurturing staff, make this...more about New Horizons Elementary School
Located downtown in the historic district, St. Mary Catholic School serves preschool through 8th grade. The school's mission is to "ensure learning for all our students within the framework of Catholic Christian values, to help our students grow in a manner consistent with their needs, interests and abilities, and to prepare...more about St. Mary Catholic School
The Wilmington Academy of Arts and Sciences (WAAS) offers a challenging curriculum with significant enrichment and individualized attention for academically motivated and gifted students in grades 4 through 8. Faculty members have high expectations for their students as they promote academic achievement, personal responsibility, social development and lifelong learning. A traditional...more about Wilmington Academy of Arts and Sciences
Located on a large campus close to town, Wilmington Christian Academy serves students in high school, middle school, elementary grades, kindergarten and preschool and has grown to be the largest private school in southeastern North Carolina. Students receive a well-rounded educational experience, including accelerated academics, advanced technology, competitive athletics and a...more about Wilmington Christian Academy
The Wilmington Preschool of Fine Arts, the preschool affiliated with the Wilmington School of Ballet and Creative Art Center, has three classrooms for children from 18 months old to 3 years old. Along with the basics of preschool education, including academics, physical education and library time, children receive instruction in art,...more about The Wilmington Preschool of Fine Arts