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Intimate class sizes and low student-teacher ratios are at the heart of joyful learning here at Palisades Episcopal School. Ours is a unique learning environment that fosters curiosity and creativity in your child. At PES, we don’t believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. We celebrate individual strengths and talents to help students find a lifelong love of learning and a path that amplifies their unique gifts.
PES is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS). In addition, PES is a proud member of the North Carolina Association of Independent Schools (NCAIS), the National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), the Southern Association of Independent Schools (SAIS) and the National Association of Episcopal Schools (NAES).
It’s a brand new season for PES Equestrian, and we are so excited for the year ahead!
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This year, our riders are participating in the Interscholastic Equestrian Association (IEA), a team equitation format that adds a unique challenge to competition. Riders draw an unfamiliar horse and are asked to adapt quickly, relying on their skill, confidence, and horsemanship as they compete against teams from other schools and barns.
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Our Gryphons had a strong first showing of the season, earning a 1st place over fences, 4th place on the flat, and 6th place in beginner equitation on the flat.
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We are so proud of the way our riders represented PES, and can’t wait to watch this team continue to grow throughout the season.
This morning, our students, faculty, staff, and families gathered to worship, pray, and give thanks for the year ahead. Seeing our chapel filled with so many people we love was such a beautiful reminder of what makes PES so special. In fact, we were thrilled to welcome a record number of families to chapel today.
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Thank you to everyone who joined us. Your presence matters, and we are so thankful to begin this year surrounded by a community that loves our children so well.
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As we step into the 2026–2027 school year, we pray that God will guide our students, our teachers, and our families, and that His love will remain at the heart of all we do. What a joyful way to begin the year!
A Hands-On Start to Science!
All of our Middle School students kicked off the first week of school with a hands-on science lab designed to give them a glimpse of the exciting learning ahead in Ms. Craze’s science classes this year!
Students mixed yeast, hydrogen peroxide, food coloring, dish soap, and water to create a fun, foamy reaction. The activity encouraged students to observe, ask questions, and explore scientific concepts through hands-on learning.
It was the perfect way to start the year and introduce students to the experimentation, discovery, and hands-on experiences they can look forward to in science class this year!