August 12, 2025

Learning for Life: Education in and Around Chatham Park

 
 
 
 

At Chatham Park, we believe great communities start with great schools. Whether you’re raising a family, pursuing lifelong learning, or simply want to live in a place that values education, Chatham Park offers access to a strong and growing network of educational opportunities.

Top-Ranked Public Schools

Families in Chatham Park are currently assigned to Perry W. Harrison Elementary, George Moses Horton Middle School, and Northwood High School, based on the latest school district planning by Chatham County Schools. With small class sizes and dedicated educators, students receive focused attention in the classroom and a foundation built for success.

Chatham County Schools serve 8,900+ students and are known for strong academics, experienced teachers, and diverse programs that inspire curiosity and creativity. The district is also grounded in core beliefs that prioritize safe, inclusive environments, shared community responsibility, and culturally respectful, innovative teaching—ensuring all students have the opportunity to succeed.

Private & Charter School Options

Families also have access to a variety of private and charter schools in the area, offering flexible learning environments and alternative approaches to education.

Thales Academy, a leading private school focused on academic rigor, character development, and personalized learning, is located right within the Vineyards at Chatham Park. Serving grades K–8 (with plans for expansion), Thales offers a traditional classroom model with a strong emphasis on core subjects, critical thinking, and moral responsibility—all just steps from home.

Other options nearby include Woods Charter School, Willow Oak Montessori, and several additional independent schools and alternative education choices that provide families with a range of educational philosophies and settings to choose from.

Early Learning Starts Here

For younger learners, Amazing Explorers Academy located in Vineyards at Chatham Park provides daycare and preschool programs focused on science, technology, engineering, arts, and math (STEAM). Designed to spark a love of learning early on, this modern facility is ideal for busy families who want both care and curriculum in one place—right in the neighborhood.

Higher Education at Your Fingertips

Chatham Park’s central location puts residents near some of North Carolina’s most respected colleges and universities, including UNC-Chapel Hill, Duke University, NC State University, and North Carolina Central University.

A short drive from Chatham Park, Central Carolina Community College (CCCC) serves approximately 7,100 students annually through a range of degree, certificate, and continuing education programs. Even more impactful, CCCC offers two years of free tuition to any graduate of Chatham County Schools—making higher education more accessible than ever. 

Whether you’re pursuing a two-year degree, enrolling in a university program, or continuing your education through professional development, learning opportunities abound throughout the Triangle region.

A Lifelong Learning Community

Education doesn’t end after high school or college. At Chatham Park, we see learning as a lifelong journey. With plans for future educational facilities, libraries, and enrichment programs, Chatham Park supports residents of all ages in continuing to grow, explore, and engage with the world around them.

At Chatham Park, education is more than a benefit, it’s a cornerstone. Whether you’re building a foundation for your child’s future or looking to expand your own horizons, you’ll find a learning environment that’s accessible, enriching, and built to grow with you.