2025-2026 Applications Now Open
Join the movement of excellence
At Movement Schools, we’re more than just a school—we’re a community committed to your child’s success. With a focus on academic excellence, social-emotional development, personalized learning and financial education, we partner with families to support students in reaching their full potential. Join a school where your family is part of a mission to build brighter futures.
Why
Movement
1:1
access to a personal Chromebook for each scholar
95%
of our South Carolina families said they are satisfied or very satisfied with Movement Schools
Pre-K – 5
grade levels
9
schools
3
states
OUR MODEL
At Movement Schools, we provide a holistic educational experience that empowers students and families to thrive. Through personalized learning, small-group instruction and innovative approaches to financial education and literacy, we are committed to supporting our students, families and community. Our amazing teachers, chosen for their expertise and heart, foster academic success while building character traits like kindness, honesty and bravery. We partner with families with one-on-one meetings and programs like our one-of-a-kind Grab the Key homeownership preparation. Rooted in community and driven by data, we’re committed to creating brighter futures for our students and the neighborhoods they call home.
Locations
Find a Movement School near you in Charlotte, Charleston and Atlanta.
North Carolina
South Carolina
Georgia
Application Process
Applying to Movement Schools is quick, simple and stress-free! Our streamlined application process is designed with busy parents in mind, ensuring you can apply and be kept up to date every step of the way. From start to finish, we’re here to support you—apply today or contact one of our team to learn more or schedule a campus tour!
Step 1
Lottery Application
Submit an application to be entered into our lottery draw which happens early winter. Don’t worry, we still accept applications after the lottery is drawn!
Step 2
Lottery Results
Our lottery draw happens in February. Once completed, all parents will be notified if their applications are accepted for registration or waitlisted for a short period of time.
Step 3
Registration
Congratulations! Your student application was drawn in the lottery! Now it’s time to officially register your student by filling out a few simple forms so we can begin to prepare for your student to join us.
Step 4
New Family Orientation
As the newest member of the Movement family, you’re invited to attend one of our New Family Orientations where you can learn more about how to prepare for the first day and learn about the exciting financial literacy and home ownership programs we have available.
NOT READY TO APPLY?
If you’re not feeling quite ready to apply and have more questions, our recruiters are here to help! Reach out to schedule a phone call or campus tour!