School begins at 8:05 a.m. and ends at 3:00 p.m. Students may arrive as early as 7:30 a.m.  Our After School Program for Lower and Middle School ends at 6:00 p.m.
 

Cannon's After School Program provides students with a comfortable, safe, and caring environment in which to participate in constructive activities during after school hours. The After School Program is available until 6:00 p.m. for students in junior kindergarten through eighth grade. There is an additional charge for these services, which can be used on an as-needed, drop-in basis. Also, enrichment programs and private music lessons are available through Beyond the Bell.

You may view the tuition costs as well as payment options here.
 

Cannon School does not offer merit scholarships. However, we do have a robust need-based financial aid program administered through Clarity Tuition. Parents complete financial aid application information online and Clarity calculates the family’s ability to pay tuition based on current income and assets. Cannon School’s Financial Aid Committee then uses that information to determine financial aid award amounts. 

No.

2024-2025 student population:

• Lower School (JrK -  grade 4): 302 students
• Middle School (grades 5 - 8): 312 students
• Upper School (grades 9 - 12): 427 students

In addition to the standard readiness and entrance evaluations, the following criteria must be met:

• Junior Kindergarten students need to be 4 years old by the first day of school.  
• Kindergarten students need to be 5 years old by the first day of school.

Also:

• Children must be able to use the bathroom independently before enrolling in Cannon School.

Students in Lower School (grades junior kindergarten-fourth) wear coordinated dress. Visit the School Store webpage to order school uniforms through Lands' End or Tommy Hilfiger.
 
For fifth through twelfth grades, we have a dress code that emphasizes a clean, neat, and modest appearance.

Visit the Back-to-School Center for the most recent clothing style guides per division.

Yes, our food service is provided by Flik Independent School Dining. Hot entrees, salad, and other nutritious options are available every day in our Dining Hall.
 
There is an additional fee for lunches. 

Yes, Cannon's buses cover four counties with convenient pick-up points in the Concord, Davidson, Cornelius, Huntersville, University City, and Salisbury areas. Buses stop at The Point, The Peninsula, River Run, Skybrook, Highland Creek, North Stone, and numerous other neighborhoods.

There is an additional fee for bus service. Round trip and one way options are available as well as an activity bus that caters to the Middle School sports team practice schedule.  

Visit the Transportation webpage, or contact the Admission Office at 704-721-7199 for more information.

Yes.  Please visit our Learning Support Program webpage for more information.

Our students discover their individual voices and develop their creative problem-solving skills in music, theater, and visual arts. 

Junior kindergarten through fourth-grade students experience extensive art and music instruction by full-time instructors in large, dedicated spaces. In the spring, third through sixth-grade students have the opportunity to perform in a musical.

The Middle School arts program begins in fifth and sixth grades with a rotation of classes in chorus, strings, band, theater, and visual art. Seventh and eighth graders can choose two arts classes. 

In Upper School, students take a minimum of two year-long arts courses and are encouraged to take as many arts electives as ability and interest will allow. Many students participate in co-curricular theater and music programs and join the honors societies that exist for each arts discipline.

All students have opportunities to share their creative growth at art exhibitions, concerts, theater productions, and our spring all-arts event Arts Jam.

Learn more about Cannon’s arts vision and programming here.

Cannon School offers a well-rounded athletic program that emphasizes both competitive success and personal development. As an active member of the NCISAA and CISAA conferences, Cannon competes against some of the top independent schools in the region, giving students the opportunity to test their skills at the highest levels.

Key Highlights of Cannon’s Athletics Program:

1. Consistent Success: Cannon’s teams have earned state and conference championships every year from 2001 to 2024, fostering a culture of excellence.
2. Recent State Titles:

• 2021: Football, Boys’ Golf
• 2022: Boys’ Lacrosse
• 2023: Boys’ Lacrosse, Softball
• 2024: Volleyball, Girls’ Basketball, Boys’ Lacrosse

3. Broad Participation: Over 75% of Cannon students take part in athletics, creating a vibrant sports culture that encourages involvement at all levels.
4. Opportunities for All Levels: Students in 7th grade and above can choose from a variety of sports, including football, soccer, swimming, basketball, wrestling, cheer, and lacrosse. Younger students can also engage through Cannon’s Beyond the Bell program.
5. Inclusive Environment: With at least one no-cut sport per season, Cannon supports both high-performing athletes and students who want a fun, developmental experience.

Through Cannon’s athletic program, your child will not only grow as an athlete but also learn the value of teamwork, discipline, and perseverance—all while having the opportunity to excel in a sport they love.

Visit the Academics tab on our website to learn more about our curriculum.

Yes, Spanish instruction begins in Junior Kindergarten.  5th grade students have the opportunity to experience French, Mandarin Chinese, and Spanish during their first year of Middle School. Students can choose which of those three languages they would like to pursue moving forward.

Cannon School prides itself on being a truly inclusive community. We strive to enroll students who represent a wide range of backgrounds and life experiences. Our commitment to diversity, belongingness, and engagement fosters a community where our core values guide every action and word, where diverse perspectives are valued, differences are celebrated, and everyone feels a sense of belonging. 

Please visit the Application Procedures webpage for complete instructions on how to apply to Cannon School.