We know selecting the right school for your child is an important decision and we are here to help.
ADMISSIONS PROCESS
Step 1 - InquireA phone meeting is scheduled to begin a conversation about your child and their educational needs. We will request evaluations and other relevant information in order to better understand your child's learning style.*
*A psychoeducational evaluation is an important piece of the Admission process and should be current within the last three years. The Admissions Team will review your child's evaluation and help guide you through the next steps in the Admissions process. Other documentation such as an IEP, 504 Plan, speech-language evaluation, and/or occupational therapy evaluation, etc. may be requried.
Step 2 - Meet & Tour
We look forward to meeting you and your child to discuss the program in depth. A tour will give you a sense of what a typical school day is like.
Step 3 - Registration Fee & Application
Enrollment Application and $150 Non-Refundable Application Fee is submitted.
Step 4 - Assessment
Our Admissions Team will review the application, formal evaluations, and teacher recommendations. This will enable us to assess your child and better understand their ideal learning environment.
Step 5 - Student Visit
A shadow day will be arranged to provide your child time to participate in classroom activities and meet current students.
Step 6 - Addmision Decision
A member of our Admissions Team will reach out to you within two weeks to relay our decision and/or discuss the next steps.
Chatham Academy Tuition & Fees
New Student Application Fee - Non Refundable $ 1502025 - 2026 Annual Tuition - All Grades $ 23,621
As of June 1, 2025 - Upon Acceptance, a percentage of the tuition* will be required to hold a spot for your student.
* This fee is non-refundable if you choose to enroll elsewhere, but will be applied toward tuition for students who complete enrollment.
*Tuition may be tax-deductible as a medical expense. Please reach out to your tax professional for more information.
FINANCIAL AID
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Chatham Academy Financial Aid
Our financial assistance application is available to all applicants as part of the enrollment process. To be considered, all required documentation must be completed and submitted in full. Financial aid is granted based on demonstrated financial need and the availability of funds.
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Georgia Special Needs Scholarship Program
The Georgia Special Needs Scholarship Program (also known as SB10), allows students currently attending a Georgia Public School with an IEP to transfer to Chatham Academy and receive state financial aid to do so. There is no application process for GSNS; however, your student must have an IEP in a Georgia Public School System for one school year. For more information, please contact Iesha Parks at the Georgia Department of Education at iparks@doe.k12.ga.us
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