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At PES, we understand that you keep a busy schedule. That’s why we offer flexible tour times that work around your life. Our Advancement Director will gladly coordinate with you.
Intimate class sizes and low student-teacher ratios are at the heart of joyful learning here at Palisades Episcopal School. Ours is a unique learning environment that fosters curiosity and creativity in your child. At PES, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We celebrate individual strengths and talents to help students find a lifelong love of learning and a path that amplifies their unique gifts.
PES is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and Cognia (formerly AdvancED). In addition, PES is a proud member of the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS), the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES).

You’re invited to explore how we nurture and cultivate our students’ natural curiosity to build critical analytical and creative thinking skills for a lifelong love of learning and discovery.

Active participation in championship athletics, a first-rate equestrian program, the arts and community service projects provide a well-rounded, engaging educational experience.
Palisades Episcopal School is a school honoring Christ and committed to providing a classical education challenging the mind, body and spirit.

Today and always, PES honors and celebrates those who have served and sacrificed for our country. We wish everyone a safe Memorial Day! ... See MoreSee Less

Today is the last day of school and PES has had a May full of fun activities, field trips and campus excursions! Kindergartners visited the Charlotte Aquarium; 5th & 6th graders saw "Confessions of a Former Bully" at the Children's Theatre of Charlotte; Equestrian students enjoyed trail rides, bareback day and horse swap challenges; JKers enjoyed some outdoor water fun; 3rd graders had a glow day, presented research projects and enjoyed a trip to the museum of York County; and teachers spent time with student auction winners going to parks and having lunch. We wish everyone a safe & joyful summer! #pesfieldtripfriday ... See MoreSee Less

Today for #pesthrowbackthursday we are excited to showcase PES Alum Abby Pruden 19’ who attends Gaston Day School, where she is a member of the French, Drama & Investment Clubs, is a representative in student government, and served on the Prom Committee. Abby also won 2nd place in the Regional History Day contest for her original documentary, served as Co-President of the Spirit & Cooking Clubs, and was Assistant Stage Manager for the Spring Musical. Abby will be attending Appalachian State University next fall to major in Sociology. She was also accepted to Western Carolina University, Wingate University, UNC-Greensboro, Lees–McRae College, and Lenoir–Rhyne University. Congratulations Abby! #pesalumni ... See MoreSee Less