Investing in Your Child’s Future
The decision to enroll your child in a private, independent school is a major financial decision and a serious commitment in your child’s future. Knowing your child’s educational foundation is strong and that they are prepared to succeed in life provides peace of mind. Tate’s School offers opportunities to families now that will be invaluable to your child in the future. With outstanding educators and small classes, we are uniquely positioned to understand each student and differentiate their learning accordingly.
TUITION & PAYMENT PLANS
2024-25 TUITION*
| Grade | Hours | Monthly | Annually |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool (3’s & 4’s) |
8:15 am – 1:00 pm 7:30 am – 6:00 pm |
$1,185 $1,515 |
$11,850 $15,150 |
| Kindergarten | 8:15 am – 3:00 pm 7:30 am – 6:00 pm |
$1,578 $1,832 |
$15,780 $18,320 |
| Grades 1 – 4 | 8:15 am – 3:20 pm 7:30 am – 6:00 pm |
$1,682 $1,964 |
$16,820 $19,640 |
| Grade 5 | 8:15 am – 3:20 pm 7:30 am – 6:00 pm |
$1,693 $1,999 |
$16,930 $19,990 |
| Grades 6 – 8 | 8:15 am – 3:20 pm 7:30 am – 6:00 pm |
$1,720 $2,012 |
$17,200 $20,120 |
Notes: Lunch is included in tuition. Sibling Discounts are available. Tuition is based on 10 monthly payments.
*Please contact the office for complete details.
2024-25 Enrollment Fees
Application Fee: $200, one-time
Assessment Fee $200, one-time
Enrollment Fee $400, annual
FACTS Tuition Management system will be utilized for all payments. Payment Plan Options include:
Full Payment, Semi-Annual Payment, or Monthly Payment. FACTS will allow you to make automatic bank payments from your checking or savings accounts or with a credit card. Please contact Lori Colwick in our business office with any billing questions at [email protected]
TUITION ASSISTANCE
Tate’s School offers need-based tuition assistance in Kindergarten – Eighth Grade when funding is available. Need is evaluated by committee and the FACTS financial aid assessment service. No awards are given for arts, athletics, or academics. Applicants and families currently receiving tuition assistance must complete the FACTS FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE APPLICATION online annually for consideration effective January 2023.
Details about Applying for Financial Assistance or Scholarships
Tate’s School works with FACTS Grants & Financial Aid Services to conduct financial need assessments. All evaluations are confidential.
Parents are required to complete an online application, upload required documents, and pay a $40 application fee. Applications should be submitted by April 17th each year for consideration for the following school year. Applications submitted after the April deadline are considered on a case-by-case basis. Students do not receive full tuition, only partial tuition assistance. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. Please submit one application per household.
Required Supporting Documents for parents include, but are not limited to:
- IRS Federal Income Tax return, and all supporting schedules
- W-2 Wage and Tax Statements
- All supporting tax documents if you have business income/loss
- All supporting documentation for household non-taxable income.
If you have any questions during the application process, you may reach the FACTS Parent Help Line at 1-866-441-4637. If we may assist you in the business office, please call us at 865.693.3021.
SCHOLARSHIPS
First Responder Student Scholarship:
In 2019, The Tate’s School of Discovery Foundation, a 501c3 non-profit organization whose mission it is to provide resources and tuition scholarships to deserving students, created a First Responder Student Scholarship. This scholarship awards a tuition scholarship to the child of a first responder who wishes to attend Tate’s School. To be eligible, student applicants must be between the ages of 5 – 13 and have one parent who serves as a first responder. First Responders are defined as Fire-Rescue, Law Enforcement, EMT, and Military Personnel. Applications must be received no later than May 31st and will require documented proof confirming a parents’ status as a first responder.
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Friendship Student Scholarship
Tate’s School has a long history of supporting cultural diversity in their student body. At last count Tate’s had 26 unique cultures on campus. In 2017, the Friendship Scholarship was created by a generous family to continue to support ethnically diverse families who wish to attend Tate’s. To be eligible, student applicants for the next school year must be between the ages of 5 – 13 and demonstrate a high level of academic proficiency. Applications must be received no later than May 31st each year.
FUNDING RESOURCES
529 PLAN: Due to changes in federal tax law passed by Congress in 2017, families with children in grades K–12 may now be able to take federal tax-free withdrawals of up to $10,000 a year to pay for tuition at an elementary or secondary public, private or religious school. Contact your financial advisor to find out if a 529 savings plan could be beneficial to you.
LOANS: There are two types of loans to consider when investing in your child’s education: an education loan and a personal loan. An educational loan lets you borrow up to 100% of the school-certified tuition costs. A personal loan can be used for any purpose you select including tuition. If you have an interest in securing a loan or a line of credit for educational purposes, we suggest you contact your bank or financial advisor to review options and saving plans. If you are new to the area, TNBANK is located next door to our administration office (cedar bluff branch).