Raleigh–Durham / Research Triangle · RS School

School introduction

Located in Raleigh, North Carolina, the school has Lower, Middle and Upper divisions, with regular education extending from PreK through Grade 12. Its wooded campus brings academic work, arts, athletics and community life together.

Critical thinking, problem-solving and clear written and spoken communication underpin learning. Libraries and educational technology, innovation and engineering, learning support and college counseling help students develop their academic skills and interests.

Raleigh–Durham / Research Triangle · RS School is located in Raleigh, North Carolina, and is suited to families considering full-time overseas schooling. Students need the English ability to participate directly in classroom learning.

International students requiring F-1 and I-20 processing must apply through the school-designated international admissions provider. Families should establish eligibility before planning grade placement, length of study and living arrangements.

Curriculum

Regular Upper School study combines English, mathematics, world languages, science and social studies with health, physical education and electives. A typical learning pathway includes biology and world history in Grade 9, chemistry and government/economics in Grade 10, and physics and U.S. history in Grade 11. Individual course selection depends on preparation and school arrangements.

Juniors and seniors may explore independent study with teachers. Faculty advising connects course choices with personal growth and community.

Study is based on full-time enrollment, with fluent spoken and written English required. The school does not offer ESL, so this is unsuitable as a short beginner-English program.

Subjects, timetables and the availability of learning records depend on the student’s grade and enrollment plan. Discuss the child’s current studies and return-to-school needs with an advisor when exploring course options.

• Short international visiting placements of a few weeks are not offered.
• There is no ESL provision; fluent spoken and written English is required.
• The minimum duration of full-time enrollment needs individual confirmation before planning a semester or a year.

Arts, Sports and School Life

Arts include visual art, choir, band, strings and drama. Observation, drawing, sculpture and design develop visual expression, while theatre combines performance, script interpretation and production. Some advanced musical offerings require auditions or prior experience.

Seasonal sports include soccer, basketball, volleyball, swimming, tennis and track and field. Team practice and competition have different requirements from ordinary physical education; contact an advisor about participation arrangements.

School features

• Full-time study in Raleigh
• For students with fluent English
• Homestays subject to school management requirements

Grades available for short-term study & entry requirements

Eligible grades

Contact an advisor about eligible grades

Application requirements

• Students requiring F-1 and I-20 processing must apply through the school-designated international admissions provider; independent short-term classroom visits are not an option.
• Applicable applicants from countries where English is not the primary language need a TOEFL score of at least 90 from the previous 12 months, plus ISEE or SSAT results.
• The eligible grade, start date and required duration must be confirmed for the individual application.

Can my child attend for two or three weeks?

No. The school requires full-time enrollment and does not offer short international visiting placements. Discuss the specific minimum duration with an advisor before planning.

Is ESL available for a student still developing English?

No. Fluent spoken and written English is required, along with the applicable TOEFL and ISEE or SSAT requirements.

Can we arrange a homestay independently?

Students must use licensed homestays managed by a school-designated provider. There is no campus boarding; confirm the host family and availability before travel.

What should we establish before applying?

First establish grade eligibility, minimum enrollment period, and English and academic requirements. Students requiring F-1 and I-20 processing must apply through the school-designated international admissions provider.

Dates, duration & fees

Length of study

Full-time enrollment; discuss the required duration with an advisor

Dates

Contact an advisor about 2027 entry dates and grade-level availability. Short international visiting placements are not offered.

Fees

Contact an advisor

Accommodation & documents

Attendance options

No campus boarding; homestays must be managed by a school-designated provider

There is no on-campus boarding. Students must use licensed homestays managed by a school-designated provider. Confirm the host family, availability and care arrangements with an advisor before travel.

Typical application materials

• TOEFL results from the previous 12 months, where applicable.
• ISEE or SSAT results.
• Other admission and homestay documents required by the school’s designated international admission process.

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Location

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