Thinking about private school for your child? Private School open houses, coffees, preview days and more provide the best way for you to truly get to know the assorted schools in our region.
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Getting kids into private school is competitive! Start your exploration process early by visiting the schools so you can get a first-hand look at how they operate and the people involved. Here are the dates to put on your calendar to help guide you toward selecting the best school for your child.
Upcoming 2026 Private School Open Houses:
Students in class at Brentwood Academy, located in Brentwood.
Brentwood Academy (Map)
219 Granny White Pike, Brentwood
615-523-0611
Admission Days:
- November 7, 2026
- February 6, 2027
Tours at Brentwood Academy are available daily by appointment during the school year. To learn more, schedule a tour, or register for an upcoming Admission Day, visit their website here.
Student athletes passing the baton at Christ Presbyterian Academy, located in Nashville.
Christ Presbyterian Academy (Map)
2323-A Old Hickory Blvd., Nashville, TN 37215
615-301-3623
Lower School Campus Visit (K-3rd Grade):
- 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., Thursday, October 1; Tuesday, October 27; and Tuesday, December 8
4th-5th Grades Campus Visit + Student Shadow:
- 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Thursday, October 22, and Tuesday, November 17
Middle School Campus Visit and Student Shadow (6th-8th Grade):
- 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., Wednesday, September 16; Thursday, October 8; Thursday, November 5; and Tuesday, December 1.
Upper School Campus Visit + Student Shadow (9th-12th Grade):
- 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, November 10, and Thursday, January 21.
To register and view all upcoming dates, visit their website or contact the Enrollment Office at 615-301-3623.
Students receive their diplomas at Currey Ingram Academy, located in Brentwood.
Currey Ingram Academy (Map)
16544 Murray Lane, Brentwood
615-507-3173
IDEA Center Parent Open House:
- Monday, Aug. 24 | 2:30 – 5 p.m.
With rolling admissions, Currey Ingram supports families year-round, allowing students to enroll when the time is right for them.
Students tossing their graduation caps at Davidson Academy, located in Nashville.
Davidson Academy (Map)
1414 W. Old Hickory Blvd. Nashville
615-860-5300
Open House Dates:
- November 8, 2026 | 1 – 3 p.m. – REGISTER HERE!
- January 24, 2027 | 1 – 3 p.m.
- March 21, 2027 | 1 – 3 p.m.
If you have questions about scheduling a tour, please email [email protected].
Graduates pose at The Ensworth School, located in Nashville.
Ensworth (Map)
Lower/Middle School: 211 Ensworth Ave., Nashville
615-383-0661
High School: 7401 Highway 100, Nashville, TN 37221
615-301-5400
Kindergarten Admission Lunch
Red Gables Campus
Wednesday, September 30
11:30 a.m.
RSVP link available August 2026
Kindergarten Admission Lunch
Red Gables Campus
Wednesday, November 4
11:30 a.m.
RSVP link available August 2026
Middle School Preview
Red Gables Campus
Thursday, October 22
6:30 p.m.
For prospective Grades 5-8 parents & students
RSVP link available August 2026
High School Preview
Frist Campus
Sunday, November 8
2:00 p.m.
For prospective Grades 5-12 parents & students
RSVP link available August 2026
Lower School Coffee & Conversation
Red Gables Campus
February 3, 2027
8:30 a.m.
For prospective Grades K-4 applicant parents
RSVP link available January 2027
High School Coffee & Conversation
Frist Campus
February 9, 2027
8:30 a.m.
For prospective Grades 9-12 applicant parents
RSVP link available January 2027
Middle School Coffee & Conversation
Red Gables Campus
February 10, 2027
8:30 a.m.
For prospective Grades 5-8 applicant parents
RSVP link available January 2027
Tours are available daily; please contact the admissions office at [email protected] or 615-250-8916 to schedule.
Students on the playground at Episcopal School of Nashville, located in Nashville.
Episcopal School of Nashville (Map)
1310 Ordway Pl, Nashville, TN 37206
615-928-8611
Coffee + Conversations:
- Wednesday, September 9 | 9 a.m.
- Tuesday, November 10 | 9 a.m.
- Wednesday, January 13 | 9 a.m.
To RSVP, click here.
Students laugh with their teacher at Franklin Road Academy, located in Nashville.
Franklin Road Academy (Map)
4700 Franklin Pike, Nashville
615-832-8845
FRA Preview Day:
- Sunday, November 1 | 2 p.m.
Tours at Franklin Road Academy are available daily by appointment during the school year. For more information, visit their website here.
Students skipping with their friends at The Harpeth Hall School, located in Nashville.
The Harpeth Hall School (Map)
3801 Hobbs Road, Nashville
615-346-0126
Admission Preview Day:
- Sunday, November 1 | 2 p.m.
No RSVP needed to attend. Learn more here.
Students raise their hands to answer a question at Holy Rosary Academy, located in Donelson.
Holy Rosary Academy (Map)
190 Graylynn Dr, Nashville
615-883-1108
Open House:
- Typically held twice a year in late October and December
To schedule a tour, click here.
Students applaud during a program at Montgomery Bell Academy, located in Nashville.
Montgomery Bell Academy (Map)
4001 Harding Road, Nashville
615-369-5311
Admission Preview Day:
- Sunday, Oct. 25, 2026 | 2 to 4 p.m.
Weekly Parent Coffees and Tours:
- Thursdays at 10 a.m., beginning September 10 through December 4, and resuming on January 8.
Shadow Visits for Prospective Students:
- Visits begin in late September and continue through November 19, resume January 11, and conclude February 26. Shadow visits require an inquiry form and a reservation, both of which can be found here.
To schedule a family tour or student shadow day, email [email protected].
Students showing off their art at Nashville Christian School, located in Nashville.
Nashville Christian School (Map)
7555 Sawyer Brown Road, Nashville
615-356-5600
Open Houses:
- Not yet announced for the 2026-27 school year
Students pose with their teacher at New Hope Academy, located in Franklin.
New Hope Academy (Map)
1820 Downs Blvd, Franklin
615-595-0324
Admission Preview Days:
- October 22, 2026
- November 17, 2026
Students participating in Bible study at Overbrook Catholic School, located in Nashville.
Overbrook Catholic School (Map)
4210 Harding Pike, Nashville
615-292-5134
Lunch & Learns:
- Wednesday, September 8 | 12 – 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, October 6 | 12 – 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, November 3 | 12 – 1 p.m.
- Wednesday, December 1 | 12 – 1 p.m.
Admissions Preview Day:
- Saturday, October 24 | 10 a.m. to noon.
RSVP for these events at overbrook.edu/visit.
Students showing their school spirit at Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School, located in Hendersonville.
Pope Saint John Paul II Preparatory School (Map)
117 Caldwell Drive, Hendersonville
615-822-2375
Asmissions Events:
- September 1 – Knight for a Day Visits Begin
- September 18 – Admissions Community Knight at JPII Football Game
- September 29 – Morning Preview
- October 27 – Morning Preview
- November 5 – Rising High School Open House
- November 20 – Early Decision Admissions Deadline
- December 8 – Morning Preview
To schedule a tour, please contact the Admissions Office at [email protected].
Students praying at Providence Christian Academy, located in Murfreesboro.
Providence Christian Academy (Map)
410 Dejarnette Ln, Murfreesboro
615-904-0902
PreK Open House:
- September 14, 2026 | 4:30 to 5:30 p.m.
Grammar Visitor Day:
- October 26, 2026
Rhetoric Preview Night
- November 9, 2026
Email [email protected] to schedule a visit.
Students walking around campus at St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School, located in Sewanee.
St. Andrew’s-Sewanee School (Map)
290 Quintard Road, Sewanee
931-463-2117
Preview days:
- Typically held in February (Presidents Day)
Register for a Preview Day here.
Students walking together at Saint Ann Catholic School, located in Nashville.
Saint Ann Catholic School (Map)
5105 Charlotte Ave, Nashville
615-269-0568
Open Houses:
- Thursday, September 10 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
- Friday, October 9, 2026 (Half Day / 11:30 AM dismissal)
- Thursday, November 12 | 9 a.m. – 12 p.m.
You are encouraged to RSVP and complete an inquiry form ahead of time via the St. Ann Catholic Church & School Open House page https://saintannparish.com/open-house.
Students singing in the choir at St. Bernard Academy, located in Nashville.
St. Bernard Academy (Map)
2304 Bernard Ave, Nashville, TN 37212
615-385-0440
Open House:
- Thursday, November 5 | 9 a.m.
For more information about admissions events or to arrange a visit, contact [email protected] or visit their website here.
Students in class at St. Cecilia Academy, located in Nashville.
St. Cecilia Academy (Map)
4210 Harding Pike, Nashville
615-298-4525
Preview Day:
- Sunday, Oct. 4 | 3 – 5 p.m.
To schedule a tour, email [email protected].
Students working on their writing at St. Edward School, located in Nashville.
St. Edward School (Map)
190 Thompson Lane, Nashville
615-833-5770
Open Houses:
- Not yet announced for the 2026-27 school year
To schedule a tour, email [email protected].
Two girls play with a hula hoop at St. Henry School, located in Nashville.
St. Henry School (Map)
6401 Harding Pike, Nashville
615-352-1328
Open Houses:
- Sunday, Sept. 27
To schedule a tour, email [email protected].
Cheerleaders perform at Saint Matthew Catholic School, located in Franklin
Saint Matthew Catholic School (Map)
533 Sneed Road W, Franklin
615-662-4044
Fall Open House:
- Sunday, Nov. 8 | 12 – 2 p.m (Register here!)
Students smile for the camera at St. Joseph School, located in Madison.
St. Joseph School (Map)
1225 Gallatin Pike S, Madison
615-865-1491
Fall Open House:
- Wednesday, October 21 | 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.
Spring Open House:
- Sunday, March 14 |12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Tours take place throughout the week from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. during school sessions. To request a tour, fill out the contact form here.
Students line up for pick-up at University School of Nashville, located in Nashville.
University School of Nashville (Map)
2000 Edgehill Ave, Nashville
615-321-8000
Preview Day:
- Saturday, November 14 | 9:30 a.m. (grades 5-12)
- Saturday, November 14 | 1 p.m. (grades K-4)
