Tuition & Fees - Saint James' Episcopal School

At Saint James’ Episcopal School, we believe investing in your child’s education is investing in their future. The lessons learned here — confidence, curiosity, compassion, and a love of learning — last far beyond the classroom. Year after year, our hope is that parents feel their choice of SJES was one of the best decisions they ever made.

We are committed to keeping this investment as accessible and transparent as possible. Families can take advantage of planning tools like VA-529 plans, and our tuition and fee schedule has no hidden surprises. With small classes, caring teachers, and a community rooted in faith and service, a Saint James’ education offers exceptional value during the most formative years of a child’s life. Learn more about the advantages of SJES as an independent school.

Annual Tuition and Fee Schedule

The age cut-off date is September 30 for all classes. The rates below are for the 2025-2026 school year.

We also offer an Extended Day Program for all students. Find Extended Day information and rates here.

2025-2026 ANNUAL TUITION

2YO and 3YO Preschool (each class is 3 hours)
2 Day $3,740
3 Day $4,600
4 Day $6,320 (only offered to 3YO)
5 Day $7,900

4YO PREKINDERGARTEN (each class is 4 hours)
3 Day $5,660
4 Day $6,900
5 Day $8,910

KINDERGARTEN (8:15 AM - 2:15 PM)
$11,500

GRADES 1 - 5 (8:15 AM - 3:15 PM)
$12,780

PRESCHOOL FEE (non-refundable)
$175

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FEE (non-refundable)
$350*

*$550 includes Chromebook fee FOR CURRENT STUDENTS ADVANCING TO GRADE 3 and NEW STUDENTS ACCEPTED IN GRADES 3-5

OTHER FEES
Early Application Request Fee $150 (Optional, non-refundable and paid if and when requesting Early Application opportunity. Please note this fee is in addition to the application fee.)

Application Fee $150 (Non-refundable fee paid upon application submission)

When is tuition due?

Tuition may be paid in full to Saint James’ Episcopal School by May 20, or in installments through a payment plan managed by the online FACTS system. Families who choose the monthly option can select either the 10th or the 20th of each month for their payment date. Each May’s payment is applied toward the following academic year’s tuition. By spreading payments over 10 months, we help keep the monthly cost more manageable for families.

Is there a sibling discount?

SJES provides a $500 sibling discount that continues even after siblings graduate from the 5th grade.

Does SJES provide tuition assistance?

Limited tuition assistance is available for qualifying families. Please contact the SJES Business Office at katelynn.hill@saintjamesepiscopalschool.org for more information.

Does SJES offer an extended day program and how much does it cost?

Yes! Find out more about our Extended day program and rates here.