New Family Resource Hub

About

Ashley Hall is a jewel in the heart of downtown Charleston. But it’s not our historic buildings and oak-canopied grounds that make our campus so special. It’s our students. And our exceptional program and faculty. And the vibrant learning community that together they create. Ashley Hall is a community that challenges, celebrates and supports young women at every stage of their education. Explore this section to learn more about our mission, our history, and our vision for the girls of the 21st century and beyond.

Programs

An Ashley Hall education reflects a thoughtful and developmentally appropriate approach to the teaching and learning process. Our program is designed to meet the needs of the individual student, recognizing and honoring how she learns best. We call it a Learning Spiral— a continuum of concepts and interwoven, spiraling progression of academic mastery. Take a look and explore our spiral to learn more.

Admission

An Ashley Hall girl is her own person. She brings with her unique talents, needs, dreams and hopes. And just like our students, our admission process is also unique. We want to get to know every applicant to ensure Ashley Hall is the perfect fit. All the details are here.

Alumnae

The Ashley Hall Alumnae Association is one of the ongoing gifts of an Ashley Hall education. Our graduates become part of a network of dynamic women across the globe who are doing incredible things. We want to keep in touch, and this section of our website is your invitation to connect.

New Family Resource Hub

Welcome to Ashley Hall!

This page is here to help make your transition into the school community as smooth and stress-free as possible. Whether you’re preparing for the first day or settling in during the year, you’ll find helpful guidance and answers to many of the questions new families often have. We’re here to support you every step of the way—and we’re thrilled to be on this journey with you!

First Week of School Preparation

Grades 7-12 | Class Placement Assessment

June 1, 2026

Ashley Hall will host a class placement assessment in the subjects of math and selected language elective (Spanish or French) on the morning on Monday, June 1, for all of our new students in grades 7-12. Details are forthcoming.

Bridges: Ashley Hall’s New Student Orientation Program

Bridges is a joyful and welcoming orientation program designed just for new students. It’s a wonderful opportunity to make new friends, get to know Ashley Hall’s beloved traditions, and feel confident and excited for the school year ahead. Save the dates! More details to come.

Bridges Kindergarten: August 7
Bridges Grades 1–4: August 6 & 7
Bridges Grades 5–8: August 6 & 7
Bridges Grades 9–12: August 17 (Please note this orientation will take place on the first day of school.)

Early School Supplies List

Click here to view the Early School supplies list.

Summer Opportunities & Preparation

Ashley Hall Summer Programs

June 15–July 24

Ashley Hall offers a vibrant summer program that includes a variety of camps for students of all ages. While Early School and Lower School camps are currently full, click below to explore available camps for grades 5-11 and summer athletic programs for rising grades 5-8.

Learn more about Summer Programs

Summer Academic Expectations

Lower School | Details are forthcoming.

Middle School | Details are forthcoming.

Upper School | Details are forthcoming.

Ashley Hall After-School Programs

Whether you need Extended Day care or are interested in new ways for your child to explore their hobbies, we’ve got you covered. Ashley Hall After School (AHAS) provides students in grades PreK-12 with amazing opportunities after the school day ends, including youth sports, enrichment classes, swim lessons, private music lessons, and more. The fall schedule will be released mid-July.

Uniforms

All students in grades Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12 are required to wear a uniform. Schoolbelles is Ashley Hall’s new uniform provider. To pre-order uniforms through Schoolbelles, please click here for more details.

Ashley Hall’s uniform supplier, School Belles, will be on campus in May for families to come in and see uniform options and sizing. The dates are listed below:

May 12 | 12 – 6:00 p.m.
May 13 | 7:30 am – 3:30 p.m.

Gently Used Uniforms: The Ashley Hall Spirit Store offers a selection of gently used uniforms in various sizes.

Ashley Hall Spirit Store Summer Schedule

The campus Spirit Store carries a variety of Ashley Hall merchandise items and gently used uniform pieces. The Spirit Store is located in the Lane Student Life Center and can be accessed through the left-hand door of the building’s entrance on the first floor.

Summer Hours: Details are forthcoming.

Visitors will sign in at Pardue Hall Reception and will then be directed to the Spirit Store.

Carpool Schedule

Early School

Pre-primary and Primary carpool take place on Rutledge Avenue.
Drop off: 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
Dismissal: 2:30 – 2:45 p.m.
Pre-kindergarten carpool takes place on Smith Street.
Drop off: 7:30 – 8:15 a.m.
Dismissal: 2:30 – 2:45 p.m.

Lower School

Drop-off: 7:30 – 8:05 a.m. on Smith Street
Dismissal: On Smith Street
Kindergarten: 2:30 p.m.
Grades 1 & 2: 2:45 p.m.
Grades 3 & 4: 3:00 p.m.

Middle School

Grades 5–6
Drop-off: 7:30 – 7:50 a.m. on Smith Street
Dismissal: 3:15 – 3:30 p.m. on Smith Street

Grades 7–8
Drop-off: 7:30 – 7:50 a.m. on Rutledge Avenue
Dismissal: 3:15 – 3:30 p.m. on Rutledge Avenue

Upper School

Drop-off: 7:30 – 7:50 a.m. on Rutledge Avenue
Dismissal: 3:15 – 3:30 p.m. on Rutledge Avenue

Contact Information

Director of the Early School: Diane Fletcher | [email protected]
Director of the Lower School: Polly Kronsberg | [email protected]
Director of the Middle School: Alison Parks | [email protected]
Director of the Upper School: Elisabeth Lavin-Peter | [email protected]
Business Office: Janet Morrison | [email protected]
Health Center: [email protected]
Athletics: Franny Slay | [email protected] and Christian Alcantara | [email protected]

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Ashley Hall is a K-12 independent school for girls, with a co-ed preschool, committed to a talented and diverse student population. We consider for admission students of any race, color, religion, and national or ethnic origin.