2023 Festival of Trees Kicks Off on Thursday, November 16th at 6PM at the Marriott Hilton Head Resort & Spa in Palmetto Dunes (One Hotel Circle, HHI, SC)!
Welcome to Hilton Head Preparatory School
Hilton Head Preparatory School is a co-educational day and boarding school which enrolls approximately 430 students in Junior Kindergarten (age 3) through 12th grade. Hilton Head Prep is the Lowcountry's preeminent, accredited independent school whose mission is to teach students in a safe and caring environment and mold them into strong characters. The school maintains a challenging curriculum with an outstanding faculty in a supportive community.
Upper School students SWEPT the Regional Science Fair! Riley Wilbert received Best in Show, Gunnar Ternstrom received 1st place, Charlie Hardwick received 2nd place and Carly Dowe received 3rd place!
Hilton Head Preparatory School is excited to announce a three year partnership with The Social Institute (TSI), a company out of Durham, NC that is a leader in understanding student experiences and strengthening school culture. The Social Institute offers a gamified, online learning platform that empowers students to navigate their social world positively — including social media and technology — to fuel their health, happiness, and future success.
Hilton Head Preparatory School has committed to making a significant investment in the safety and security of its students. In both infrastructure improvements and personnel, Prep has responded to the national campus safety landscape understanding that the safety of the campus community is of utmost importance. Hilton Head Prep has hired Mr. Hiram Rodriguez as Director of Security and Transportation.
On Wednesday, April 20th, we had 8 more seniors commit to play sports at the college level next year! This makes a total of 21 seniors here at Hilton Head Preparatory School who have made commitments to play at the collegiate level! What an amazing class this is!
We are so excited to celebrate these - and ALL our Prep athletes on their future endeavors!
Ashlyn Parsick - Limestone University (Soccer)
Haylee Hopman - University of Tampa (Beach Volleyball)
Kensington Payne - North Central University (Tennis)
Haley Majors - The Citadel (Soccer)
Trevor Weldon - University of Miami (Football)
Reese Malon - The College of William & Mary (Baseball)
JJ Hayes - Palm Beach Atlantic University (Basketball)
This is a great opportunity for all middle and upper school students to get those volunteer hours!
On Sunday, February 13th from 12-2 pm, the Parents Association along with Upper School students will be meeting at Honey Horn Plantation to bag oyster shells with the Outside Foundation.
Hilton Head Preparatory School presents Tuck Everlasting, February 23-27 at the Hilton Head Preparatory School Main Street Theatre. Tuck Everlasting, the musical based on Natalie Babbitt's beloved best-selling novel, will come to life at the Hilton Head Preparatory School Main Street Theatre (3000 Main Street) in February with opening night set for Wednesday, February 23, 2022 at 7:00pm. The show will run February 23-27 with evening performances at 7:00pm and matinee performances on Saturday and Sunday at 2:00pm. Tickets on sale now!
The Board of Trustees of Hilton Head Preparatory School is pleased to announce the selection of Mr. Paul William Horgan as our next Head of School beginning July 1, 2022. Mr. Horgan comes to Hilton Head from Virginia Beach, where he has served as Head of the Upper School for Cape Henry Collegiate. His 11-year tenure at Cape Henry has proven him to be a man of patience, virtue, and leadership.
Hilton Head Preparatory School’s Artistic Director, Patti Maurer, to Produce and Direct “Fall Spectacular! A Musical Cabaret” October 5, 6 and 7 at 7:30pm at the Hilton Head Preparatory School Main Street Theatre.
So we now know where Prep ranks locally and regionally but what about nationally? How does top 14% of all K-12 schools in America sound? Our reputation is strong around the country which means people moving to this area know about us and want to join our special community. And with the increase in the numbers of families relocating here, you need to apply to Prep NOW to be sure you get a space! #hiltonheadprep#godolphins#preppride#americasbestschools
Thank you for your interest in Hilton Head Preparatory School. Located on Hilton Head Island in Sea Pines Plantation, we provide an exceptional education for students age 3 through grade 12. We are the premier private school in our area for day and boarding students. A private tour or visit to campus is the best way to see the magic that takes place in our classrooms each day.
Please complete the following form in order to receive more information about Hilton Head Preparatory School. If you have a specific question or would like to arrange a campus tour, please call the Admissions Office at 843-671-2286.