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Duke School is an independent preschool through eighth grade project-based school located in Durham, NC since 1947.

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Early Childhood

Preschool (Ages 3 & 4) and Kindergarten

Our Early Childhood program is for students aged three years old through Kindergarten, providing a full day of developmentally appropriate experiences designed to advance each child's cognitive, language, emotional, and motor skills.

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Lower School

K through Grade 4

In our Lower School program, we maintain a small teacher-student ratio to allow for teachers to respect students' individual differences and set challenging but achievable goals for each student.

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Middle School

Grade 5 to 8

It is with understanding of and respect for young adolescents that we design our Middle School around their characteristics and needs, enabling each student to develop intellectually and personally. 

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497

Total Enrollment

1947

School Founded

7:1

Student/Faculty Ratio

39%

Students of Color

 

We inspire learners to boldly and creatively shape their future. Our students not only master skills of traditional academic disciplines, but they also develop a sense of self, community, and culture. 

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Upcoming Events

Duke School Announces Annie Gentithes as Next Middle School Director

After an extensive national search, Duke School is thrilled to announce that Annie Gentithes has been named the next Middle School Director. A respected educator and leader at Duke School for 15 years, Annie brings a deep commitment to progressive education, equity, and innovation, making her the ideal choice to lead the middle school into its next chapter.

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