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Why First Baptist?

First Baptist School of Charleston offers a high standard, co-educational college preparatory program for 2 year pre-kindergarten to grade 12. our two campuses and faculties work in tandem, giving students some of the best athletic and academic experiences in the Lowcountry, while producing students who are engaged in their communities, churches, and families. 

Learn more and inquire below.

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SCHOOL PROFILE
FIRST BAPTIST SCHOOL AT A GLANCE 

Academics

Curriculum: College preparatory, honors, advanced placement and dual credit courses offered.

 

Student-Faculty Ratio: 11:1 for 2-year-old pre-kindergarten – 8th grade; 11:1 for grades 9 – 12

 

Accreditation: Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and South Carolina Independent School Association (SCISA).

 

Academic Calendar: Semesters

 

Guidance: Certified School Counselor, College Counselor, Minister to Students, Minister to Children, and Registered Nurse

School Profile
Student Organizations

SGA  

National and Junior Honor Society

Fine Arts Honor Society  

Academic Quiz Teams 

Math Teams 

Middle and High School Cyber Patriot Team

Athletics
Men

Football

Basketball

Soccer

Baseball

Track

Golf

Cross-country

Swimming

Ladies

Basketball

Softball

Tennis

Volleyball

Track

Cheerleading and Dance

Golf

Cross-country

Soccer

Swimming

Fine Arts

Music:   Classroom music for grades 2 year pre-kindergarten – 4.  Lower School Chorus for grades 3 – 6, Middle School and High School
             

Ensemble for grades 7-12, and instrumental band for lower, middle and high school. Private lessons in violin, guitar, woodwinds, brass and percussion instruments  

 

Art:  Art classes are offered for 3K-12.

 

Drama:  Drama program is open to all students in grades 1 - 12.
 

Dance: Dance lessons are offered for 3K - 12 in ballet, tap, lyrical and jazz.  These lessons are offered during and after school.

Ready to learn more?

The first step is to fill out our inquiry form.

Our Campuses
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Downtown Campus

Our Downtown Campus is home to our Lower, Intermediate, and Middle School (Grades K2-8). Being in the heart of downtown Charleston gives our students a unique backdrop to their early learning years.

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James Island Campus

Our High School is located on our James Island campus (Grades 9-12). Our Athletics and Fine Arts Facilities are also located here, as well as our outdoor learning classrooms and trails.

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Our Campuses

Admissions Team

Admissons Team
Sally Casias
Director of Lower School Admissions
 
casiass@fbschool.org

Telephone: 843-722-6646 (ext. 1206)

Fax: 843-722-3894

Beth Switzer
Director of High School Admissions
 
switzerb@fbschool.org

Telephone: 843-410-1606 (ext. 1107)

Fax: 843-722-3894

Admission Quick Facts

Quick Facts
Admission Requirements
  • Completed Online Application for Admission

  • Transcripts and recommendations from previous schools

  • Copies of Immunization Record and Birth Certificate

  • School Ability Test administered by First Baptist School

  • Standardized Testing administered by First Baptist School

Campus Locations & Main Telephone Numbers

Downtown Campus (K2 - 8th Grade)
48 Meeting Street
Charleston, South Carolina 29401
Telephone:  843-722-6646


James Island Campus (9th - 12th Grade)
2055 George Griffith Boulevard
Charleston, South Carolina 29412

Telephone:  843-410-1606

*A shuttle bus is provided between campuses for morning drop-off.

Tuition and Fees

Range: $7,800 - $14,200

 

First Baptist School offers limited, need-based financial aid to qualified students on the basis of the financial need of the family and the availability of funds.  

Administration

Head of School: Dr. Justin Mitchell

High School Principal:  Dr. John Metallo

Assistant High School Principal: Ms. Marshelle Grant

Lower School Principal:  Mrs. Susan Brooks

Middle School Administrator: Mr. Will McCombs

Director of Enrollment Management: Mrs. Debbie Mack

Director of Lower School Admissions:   Mrs. Sally Casias

Director of Upper School Admissions: Mrs. Beth Switzer

Director of Advancement: Dr. Leonard Kupersmith

Director of Marketing:  Mrs. Kristen Schwiers

Director of College Counseling:  Mrs. Shannon Roy

Student Minister & School Counselor:  Mr. Jon Durham

Athletic Director:  Mr. Graham Haley
Associate Athletic Director:  Ms. Presley Singleton

Executive Assistant: Ms. Bethany Parker

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