Admissions Process
At Episcopal Day School, we can guide your family every step of the way as you discover the people, programs, and possibilities that make our school community in Augusta so special. See below for a step-by-step guide to making an inquiry, booking a tour, and completing your EDS application.
Express Your Interest
Begin your journey by completing an online inquiry form – this link takes you to a portal where after entering your email address, you will be able to fill out the inquiry form and also schedule an optional tour to see our facilities firsthand.
Alternatively, you can start by contacting our Admissions team. You can call Karen Lilly, Director of Admissions, or Karolyn Baker, Admissions Associate, to discuss your interest.
We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Episcopal Day School and assisting you in your admissions journey!
Personalized Tours
Come see for yourself the difference an EDS education can make in the life of your child. Whether touring our Walton Way Campus (Ages 2.5 Years – 8th Grade) or the Murray Nature School (Pre-Kindergarten – 1st Grade), you will see the unique and holistic approach we take to learning, which helps all students build strong foundations for life.
Click the button above to book a campus tour at a time that works best for you, or read below to learn more about our Walkthrough Wednesdays. If you do not see a time that fits into your schedule, please email Karen Lilly at klilly@edsaugusta.com.
Walkthrough Wednesdays
Every third Wednesday of the month, from 8:30 AM to Noon, we host open tours at our Walton Way Campus. This is a perfect opportunity to explore classrooms, ask questions, and feel the vibrant atmosphere of a school day at EDS. No prior appointment is needed – just come and discover firsthand how Episcopal Day School nurtures curious, motivated, and confident learners. Our doors are open to you and your family to meet our dedicated staff, see our vibrant school atmosphere in action, and explore the classrooms and educational spaces where your child will learn and grow!
Walkthrough Wednesday at EDS Walton Way:
2026-2027 Dates: September 16, October 21, November 18, December 16
Time: Drop-in anytime between 8:30 AM to Noon
Where: Episcopal Day School, 2248 Walton Way, Augusta
Walkthrough the Woods
Join us for a Walkthrough the Woods tour at our Nature School Campus and experience outdoor learning in action. Prospective families will have the opportunity to explore our wooded trails, outdoor classrooms, natural play spaces, and hands-on learning environments while learning more about our experiential, child-centered approach. Come see how EDS Nature School nurtures curious, confident, and resilient learners through meaningful time outdoors each day – rain or shine. The gates at our Flowing Wells Campus will be open from 8:50-9:05 AM for families to enter and park at the Fieldhouse beside the football field before touring with our Admissions Team.
Walkthrough the Woods at EDS Nature School:
2026-2027 Dates: September 23, October 28, November 11, December 9
Time: Drop-in at 9:00 AM
Where: Episcopal Day School, 1337 Flowing Wells Road, Augusta
No appointment is necessary. We look forward to welcoming you to our school community and sharing all Episcopal Day School offers!
Application Process
Once you’ve connected with us, our admissions team will guide you through initiating an online application. This process includes gathering recommendations from current teachers or daycare providers, participating in a campus tour or a shadow day for your child, and completing on-campus screening or admissions testing.
Are there resources available to make EDS more affordable?
EDS offers numerous merit and need-based financial assistance programs. Through the support of the church, donors, our endowment, the Georgia GOAL program, scholarships, and traditional financial aid, we are much more affordable than you might imagine. Try our Tuition Estimator tool to see how your family may qualify for our various financial aid programs. One in four students receives tuition assistance and we offer monthly payment plan options to accommodate our parents.
How old does my child need to be to attend EDS?
- A child must turn three years old between August 1st and December 31st to be eligible for the Panther Cubs class.
- A child must turn three years old between January 1st and July 31st to be eligible for the Three-Year-Old class or Panther Explorers.
- A child must turn four on or before September 1st to be eligible for Pre-Kindergarten or Nature Pre-Kindergarten.
All children must be fully toilet trained to attend any EDS programming.
What parent volunteer opportunities are available at EDS?
The EDS Parent Association offers a wide variety of opportunities for parent involvement. Parent involvement is vital to the success of our school. Opportunities include room parent, Fall Festival, Book Fair, Family Supper Night, and many more. We are establishing a formal program for classroom volunteers.
What after-school activities are offered?
EDS provides a variety of after school enrichment and athletic opportunities. These programs are designed to inspire our students to seek activities beyond their everyday classroom setting and learn more about the world around them. We have a thriving athletics program that many of our middle school students participate in, which currently has 23 sports teams. After school offerings for our preschool and lower school students evolve each year based on student interest, but may include piano, Suzuki violin, dance, music, martial arts, basketball, cooking, running club, and golf, to name a few.
What is the average class size and student/teacher ratio?
We maintain an average 8:1 student to teacher ratio. While our actual class sizes range from 12 to 18 students typically, the support staff we have in place – classroom assistants, school counselor, nurse, Dean of Students, Learning Specialist, Chaplain, etc. – bring the ratio to 8:1. In Preschool through Kindergarten, each classroom has a lead teacher and an assistant teacher present at all times. Keeping a low student to teacher ratio is a priority for EDS in its commitment to understanding and elevating each student’s unique gifts.
Where do students go for high school?
Our graduates are accepted to their high school of choice 96% of the time. There are more than 54 EDS graduates that have gone on to become their high school Valedictorian or Salutatorian. Depending on the graduate’s interest, EDS graduates attend magnet programs, public high schools, or independent/private high schools (local or boarding). We have a faculty member who helps families navigate the high school selection process, working with parents and students to find the best school for each individual child.
What does tuition include?
We strive for tuition to be as comprehensive as possible. All field trips, including overnight trips for 4th and 6th-8th grade students, iPads or macbooks for 1st-8th grade students, musical instruments used in music classes, textbooks, Parent Association membership, and athletics participation are included in the tuition. Lunch is not included. Students may either bring a home lunch or order through Schoolhouse Fare.