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Philips Academy is a community of learning unlike any other in Charlotte! Designed specifically for students requiring a life-centered approach to education, our program offers a unique combination of remediation, practical instruction and community-based application.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,700
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / Apr. 30 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Upcoming Events and News

  • Philips in the News - 07/27/2023
    Graduate athlete brings home gold from Special Olympics World Games!

Top Rankings

Philips Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for:

Category
Attribute

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
Offers Post-Graduate Year
Yes
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Learning Difference Programs
Yes
Learning Programs Supported
Complex language, learning and/or cognitive disabilities; developmental disabilities; autism spectrum disorders
Year Founded
18
Summer School Offered
Yes

Student Body

Total Students
64 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
36%
State avg.: 23%
Students by Grade
Philips Academy Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
5:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
47%
Average Class Size
6 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 15 / Apr. 30 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Payment plans, scholarships and discounts are available. Limited need-based financial aid is available.
% on Financial Aid
70%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$10,000
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Amy Firth
Endowment Size
$1.5 million

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
4 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
After-school Clubs

Arts and Music Programs:
Music Therapy with Queens University

Recreational Athletic Programs:
Pickleball, Zumba Fitness

School Notes

  • Philips Academy is a private non-profit school for students in middle and high school with complex language, learning and/or cognitive disabilities. Philips Academy believes that these students thrive when given a purposeful education that prepares them for all of the benefits and responsibilities of adulthood. Our mission is to provide our students with the academic, occupational and social skills needed to be self-reliant, confident and contributing members of their communities.Philips Academy is a community of learning unlike any other in Charlotte! Designed specifically for students requiring a life-centered approach to education, our program offers a unique combination of remediation, practical instruction and community-based application.Following North Carolina Course of Study guidelines, Philips Academy has crafted a distinctive curriculum matching the individual needs of our students. Serving Middle through High School grades, we offer a long-term educational solution for students-not just a temporary accommodation.To fulfill our mission, Philips Academy is dedicated to hiring experienced and certified teachers, developing strong community networks, and instilling confidence and competence through daily experiences.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Philips Academy cost?
Philips Academy's tuition is approximately $21,700 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Philips Academy?
The acceptance rate of Philips Academy is 80%, which is lower than the national average of 87%. Philips Academy's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in North Carolina with low acceptance rates.
What is Philips Academy's ranking?
Philips Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in North Carolina for: Lowest average acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Philips Academy?
The application deadline for Philips Academy is Feb. 15 / Apr. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Feb. 15 / Apr. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
What neighborhood is Philips Academy located?
Philips Academy is located in the Providence Park neighborhood of Charlotte, NC.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (5 reviews)
5  
Our son is THRIVING at Philip's Academy. He is so confident and happy and responsible and mature. He loves school! He loves his teachers and his peers. He has gained immeasurably. This is his third year attending Philip's Academy. It has been a life saver. Our family is so happy to be part of the Philip's Academy community.
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5  
This school has been terrific. The staff is wonderful with the perfect balance of kindness and authority. The children really care for each other. My child has made so many friends at Philips. The teachers are beyond amazing, they truly love what they do. There is no other place in Charlotte or the surrounding area like Philips, if this school fits your child's disability, please check it out. Our entire family is so glad we did.
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5  
Philips Academy has been a wonderful experience for our family. Our son would not be the young man that he is today if it was not for the support we have received from the staff at Philips Academy. The staff at Philips Academy are very supportive and they show each child special attention depending on their disability. The life skills approach has really helped my son learn many things that will help him succeed in life after attending Philips Academy. I definitely recommend you checking Philips Academy out and consider having your child attend. It is a very positive atmosphere that helps children with Learning Disabilities.
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5  
Philips Academy has transformed my son from a discouraged, frustrated student into a positive and enthusiastic person who loves his school, his friends, and his teachers! This school changed our lives!
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5  
My daughter went to Philips after attending public school. We are thrilled with the education she is receiving. It is far more appropriate for her educational level and what she will likely use in the future. I love that it is heavy on real, everyday math skills (time and money). I like that there is a large emphasis on vocational awareness, even at an early age. The kids have had special classes in Music Therapy, Golf, Yoga, Art, Theatre, Home Ec and various other areas. They purchase groceries and cook hot lunches forthemselves under the guidance of a teacher twice a month. We are extremely happy that we have found this program!
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked NC School
  • School Type: Special Education School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 64 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $21,700
  • Acceptance rate: 80%
  • Average class size: 6 students
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 15 / Apr. 30 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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The average private school tuition in Charlotte, NC is $16,083 for elementary schools and $16,413 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Charlotte, NC is 83% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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