Discover the Difference at TBS!

We are thrilled that you are taking the next step toward becoming a part of The Burlington School community. Our unique learning environment discovers the potential in every student, builds the foundation for lifelong learning and allows children to become responsible, respectful citizens. As a parent, choosing a school is one of the most important decisions you will ever make. It is our goal to make this a simple and exciting process for the entire family. Click the image below to open the Lookbook and take the first step toward becoming a Spartan!

Getting Started

Our highly personalized admissions process is all about getting to know your family—and helping you get to know The Burlington School. We want to learn about your child’s unique strengths, passions, and goals, and share how our community supports students academically, socially, and emotionally. Our priority is helping you find the right fit—whether that’s here at TBS or elsewhere.

Opening Doors for More Families

We believe a high-quality, independent education should be accessible. That’s why The Burlington School offers an Indexed Tuition Program, providing need-based assistance to many of our current families. We’re committed to working with you to make a TBS education as affordable as possible. Discover how our program works and explore our financial aid resources in the section below.

Learn More Today

Explore our Admissions Lookbook to discover what sets The Burlington School apart. This digital guide gives you a closer look at our programs across all divisions and shares why families entrust us with their child’s education.

Visit and Apply

To schedule a tour, click here or fill out our brief inquiry form to get started.

We would love to welcome you to campus and show you what makes The Burlington School such a special place. A visit is the best way to experience our vibrant community, meet our passionate faculty and staff, and see our Lower, Middle, and Upper School programs in action.

Our application is available, and we’re here to support you every step of the way. The process is designed to help your family get to know our school, and for us to learn how we can best help your child thrive.

If you have any questions or need assistance, please reach out to our Director of Admissions, Jennifer Gravely, at 336-228-0296 or admissions@theburlingtonschool.org.

Questions? Contact Us

We understand that applying to an independent school can feel like a big step, and we’re here to help. Whether you're just beginning your search or ready to apply, don’t hesitate to contact us at 336-228-0296 or admissions@theburlingtonschool.org.

We’re excited to learn more about your family—and to help you explore whether TBS is the right fit for your child’s future.

The Burlington School does not discriminate on the basis of gender, race, color, religion or national and ethnic origin in the administration of its educational policies, tuition assistance program, athletic and other school-administered programs.

Indexed Tuition

We Believe Every Student Belongs

At The Burlington School, we believe a transformative education should be within reach for every family. If you are interested in a private school experience but have concerns about affordability, access and belonging are central to who we are.

Our Board of Trustees is committed to making a TBS education accessible to families from a wide range of financial circumstances. Every student is known and supported—academically, artistically, athletically, socially, and emotionally—within a close-knit learning community.

To support this commitment, The Burlington School offers an indexed tuition program, which adjusts tuition based on a family’s financial profile rather than a single flat rate.

What Is Indexed Tuition?

Indexed tuition replaces the traditional one-price model with a more personalized approach. Using a sliding scale, tuition is aligned with a family’s unique financial situation, helping more students access a TBS education.

How Does It Work?

Families who feel the highest tuition level may be beyond their reach may apply for indexed tuition. The Burlington School partners with Clarity, an independent third-party service, to review financial information objectively.

Clarity provides a confidential, need-based assessment and a recommended tuition contribution that reflects what a family can reasonably invest, allowing TBS to balance accessibility with the long-term strength of our school community.

Useful Links

Clarity Family Application Guide

Application Quick Reference Guide

Spanish Clarity Family Application Guide

Spanish Application Quick Reference Guide

We ask that families tour or apply to The Burlington School before completing the Clarity application.

Frequently Asked Questions

  • We have chosen Clarity as our financial aid application provider in order to better serve both our current and prospective families. We are confident that this change is going to make the process of applying for Indexed Tuition easier for families.

  • Clarity offers a streamlined, mobile friendly application that can be completed in as short a time as 20 minutes. Additionally, Clarity removes the need to upload your 2022 W2 and 1040 by transferring them directly from the IRS. This reduces the amount of information that you will need to enter manually and makes it possible to complete the application quickly and efficiently.

  • TBS takes the privacy and security of your personal information very seriously. Clarity is certified for both GDPR and SOC2 and uses enterprise-level security standards including end-to-end encryption of all personally identifiable information. For more information, please refer to Clarity’s Privacy Policy.

  • Just as in prior years, if your financial circumstances have not changed, you should not see significant changes to your tuition. If you have any questions about your individual circumstance, please reach out to us.

  • Yes, TBS is likely moving to a requirement that families will need to submit a Clarity application each year in order to continue to qualify for Indexed Tuition; however, Clarity retains your information from previous applications, so it will be even easier to reapply.

  • Yes! Clarity’s application is fully mobile-friendly so you have access wherever you are.

  • Yes. The award can go towards your student's tuition at TBS. Families are still responsible for an out of pocket amount to fully cover the cost of attending TBS. This amount varies based on NCSEAA Award Tier and potentially financial need. For more information visit the NCSEAA Website