Priority Enrollment Statement:
On Monday, February 2, 2026, provided the required process (listed below) for Priority Enrollment has been completed, and Porter-Gaud is a good academic and social fit for the student, and we can effectively support your child's learning needs, Porter-Gaud will email online enrollment contracts to the families of current O'Quinn kindergarten students.
Once you receive the online enrollment contract, you will be able to complete the online enrollment process and pay the non-refundable 10% tuition deposit to reserve a space during this early enrollment window.
We realize that families in Charleston have several excellent educational options for their children, and we sincerely hope to have the pleasure of welcoming students from O'Quinn into our rising first grade class in the fall of 2026!
In all circumstances, Porter-Gaud retains discretion in its admission and enrollment decisions.
| Submit an Online Inquiry |
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Begin the process of learning more about the Porter-Gaud difference by completing our brief inquiry form.
This step is required of all families (including those with older children already at Porter-Gaud and those currently enrolled at the O'Quinn Schools of Porter-Gaud).
Complete the Online Inquiry Form
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| Attend an O’Quinn Parent Visit Session |
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These parent-only events, hosted by Lauren McClary, Associate Director of Admission & Enrollment, will take place through the fall and winter.
They include a presentation providing an overview of the Lower School, a question and answer session, and a campus tour showcasing classes in action. (This event is not required for current Porter-Gaud families with children in grades 1-12.)
We can't wait to welcome you to campus!
Click here to register for the date of your choice
Wednesday, October 8, 2025 | 9:30-11:00 A.M.
Wednesday, November 12, 202 | 9:30-11:00 A.M. |
| Attend the First Grade Preview of Porter-Gaud with Your Current Kindergartener |
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The First Grade Preview, scheduled for Wednesday, December 3, 2025 from 3:30-4:30 P.M., is required for all first grade applicants (including O'Quinn students and students with older siblings on the main campus), and is held once per admission season.
This fun event gives our rising first grade applicants the opportunity to visit our campus and get to know potential classmates. Alternatively, it gives our admission staff and Lower School faculty and administrators the opportunity to get to know your child.
Click here to register for the First Grade Preview
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| Review Tuition/Fees and Financial Aid |
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Please click here and take a moment to review our current Tuition and Fees, and familiarize yourself with the Financial Aid process if you plan to apply.
Please note that the tuition and fees will be updated to reflect the 2026-2027 school year in late January 2026.
Tuition and Fees information |
