Teaching the Next Generation to Live Well

The Covenant School is a community of scholars that, from the earliest learner to the graduating senior, asks What kind of person do you want to be? and What kind of life do you want to live?

Covenant at a Glance

Offering a comprehensive, Christ-centered program, our students are prepared to make connections and shape the world around them.

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  • 100%

    College Acceptance Rate

  • 12:1

    Student-Teacher Ratio

  • 30

    AP, Honors, and Advanced Courses Offered

  • 42

    State Championships in 16 athletic programs

  • 39%

    Students with Financial Aid

  • $3.5 Mil

    Financial Aid Given Annually

  • 55%

    Faculty who hold advanced degrees

  • 4500

    Hours of Annual Community Service

School News

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  • Senior Kerrigan Poindexter 26' Featured as CBS19 SPORTS Athlete of the Week

    A standout multi-sport athlete and leader, Poindexter has also earned acceptance to the United States Naval Academy, an achievement that reflects her discipline, character, and commitment to serving others.
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  • Living Out the Season: First Grade Brings Joy to the Cancer Center

    As part of their ongoing formation in learning what it means to be third (placing the needs of others before their own), Covenant’s first graders stepped beyond the classroom this Christmas season to share joy and encouragement with members of our local community.
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  • Class of 2025 Boasts Impressive List of College Acceptances

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  • Mr. Chris Campanelli

    Next Arts Director Announced

    Meet Chris Campanelli, Covenant’s Pre-K–12 Arts Director, and learn about the experience and vision he brings to the Arts Program.
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  • Scholastic Art Award Winners

    Congrats to these Hickory artists for winning this nationally recognized award!
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  • Covenant's Research Continuum

    At Covenant, the librarian, Jennifer Ferguson, collaborates with teachers to integrate research skills into their classroom assignments! 
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Our children feel known, safe, and loved. As parents, there’s no greater gift than knowing they’re surrounded by adults who care deeply about them and are helping them grow academically, spiritually, and personally.

  • Parent Testimonial #1

    Choosing this school has been one of the best decisions we've made for our family. From the very beginning, we've felt welcomed into a caring community. The Christian values are lived out every day. Our children are learning not only strong academics but also kindness, integrity, and how to care for others. The teachers and staff know each child individually and create classrooms where students are loved, encouraged, and challenged. We also love the emphasis on getting kids outside and moving. Most importantly, our children feel known, safe, and loved.

  • Parent Testimonial #2

    We had an amazing transition into Covenant starting in 6th grade for our son. He made new friends, enjoyed the classes, & especially loved his teachers. The Covenant community has been extremely welcoming & excitable. We have had such a good experience that we decided to enroll the rest of our children starting next year. The Covenant School has been an immense blessing to our family!

Birdwood Campus

Lower School   |   Pre-K–Grade 5
1000 Birdwood Road Charlottesville, VA 22903
434.220.7309

Hickory Campus

Middle and Upper School   |   Grades 6–12
175 Hickory Street Charlottesville, VA 22902
434.220.7329
Located in Charlottesville, VA, The Covenant School is a non-denominational, private, Christian day school for Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12. Students benefit from a challenging academic program, visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and a wide selection of extracurricular activities.
The Covenant School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, nationality, ethnic origin, or sex in the administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, tuition assistance programs, athletic and other school-administered programs, nor in the hiring of faculty or staff.
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