Gastonia, NC · 2–12
Last verified August 20, 2026
2001 Gaston Day School Rd, 28056 · (704) 864-7744
Enrollment
445
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$8,360–$21,325
Application fee
$65
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool (3’s) and Pre-K (4’s): Half-Day | $9,145 | — |
| Preschool / Pre-K2026-2027 | Preschool (3’s) and Pre-K (4’s): Full Day | $11,340 | — |
| Elementary2026-2027 | Kindergarten - Fourth | $20,300 | — |
| Middle school2026-2027 | Fifth-Eighth | $22,300 | — |
| High school2026-2027 | Ninth - Twelfth | $23,310 | — |
Head of school
Davidson Hobson
Head of School
Curriculum & special classes
Gaston Day School is a college preparatory school for students from preschool through Grade 12. It aims to help students find their passion and prepare them for the future, fostering innovation and balanced lives.
Financial aid
Gaston Day School offers an Indexed Tuition plan based on demonstrated family need, with financial assistance allocated from Financial Aid, Merit Scholarships, and North Carolina’s Opportunity Scholarship. The Clarity application fee is $65.
Application fee: $65
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
The After School Program offers a safe, nurturing environment for students PS-8th grade until 5:30pm, including choice time, snack/homework time, and whole group activities. Enrichment/Club opportunities are also offered.
Cost
LOWER SCHOOL (PS-4th Grade): $100/week or $30/day drop-in. MIDDLE SCHOOL (5th-8th Grade): $60/week or $15/day drop-in. Late pickup after 5:30pm is $10 for the first 5 minutes and $5 for each additional five-minute increment.
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
Gaston Day School considers applications on a rolling basis, depending on available space. The process includes submitting an online application with a fee, teacher recommendations, school records, and for some grades, an on-campus assessment or shadow day.
Apply by
February 15 (recommended); rolling admissions depending on available space
Acceptance rate
100% of students are accepted into college and universities across the country (referring to college acceptance, not school admission acceptance).
Application fee
$65
What they ask for: Online application ($75 fee), teacher recommendation forms, copies of school records (grades, standardized test scores, immunizations, disciplinary actions), on-campus assessment or shadow day. Upper School applicants also require standardized testing (ISEE, PSAT, SAT, PACT, ACT, or SSAT).
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