Independent school in Concord, NC offering specialized support for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD
Cannon School is an independent college preparatory school in Concord, NC, offering specialized support for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. Serving students from PreK through Grade 12, the school provides a structured academic environment with an average class size of 15 students, ensuring individualized attention and support for each learner's unique needs.
The school's 65-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including makerspaces, a performing arts center, and athletic complexes that support hands-on, experiential learning. Students engage in rigorous academics alongside arts, athletics, and character development, with opportunities across 15 varsity sports, performing arts, and maker-centered projects designed to build confidence and engagement. This inclusive approach helps students with learning differences thrive academically and socially.
Cannon welcomes families across the greater Charlotte region with rolling admissions and offers financial aid to 20% of students, with an average grant of $7,200. For families seeking a college-preparatory education with explicit support for learning differences, contact admissions director Mr. William Diskin at (704) 786-8171 or visit cannonschool.org.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students1039
Class Size15:1 ratio
Tuition$30,690
Fin. Aid20% receive aid
Est.1969
DeadlineJan. 15 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1969 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $30,690 |
| Tuition Notes | Please visit our website for current tuition and fees:, www.cannonschool.org |
| Total Students | 1039 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 132 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 57 |
| Average Class Size | 15 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Mr. William Diskin |
| Admissions Associate | Hannah Holliway |
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 25 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 20 |
| Average Financial Aid Grant | $7,200 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 21 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Cheering · Cross Country · E-sports · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Wrestling |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Southern Association Of Colleges And Schools (SACS) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
| School Calendar | www.cannonschool.org/cannon-life/all-school-calendar |
Contact the school
(704) 786-81715801 Poplar Tent Rd, Concord, North Carolina 28027
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