☀ Franklin, North Carolina · Pre-K–2nd

A bilingual home where your child is known by name.

Franklin's only two-way Spanish & English immersion school — Christ-centered, small classes, and tuition as low as $48/month for qualifying families.

Pre-K – 2nd growing a grade a year Two-way ~50/50 English & Spanish Christ-centered & community-rooted
New here? · ¿Eres nuevo?

Two languages, learned the way kids naturally learn.

This is not a school with a Spanish class, this is school in Spanish! Your child begins fully immersing in the Spanish language from day one, in a classroom of both native English and native Spanish speakers — growing up bilingual and biliterate, reading, thinking, and making friends in both languages.

Read the full guide →

Prefer to watch? Watch this 5-minute video on what dual language immersion is by the American Institutes for Research.

What we're built on · Nuestros pilares

Three things that shape every day.

Holistic, family-involved education — with every core value centered on Christ and drawn from the Word of God.

How immersion grows · Cómo crece

More Spanish early, more balance as they grow.

Our youngest learners hear the most Spanish, building a strong foundation. English steps in gradually as biliteracy develops.

90/10
Pre-K – 1st
90% Spanish · 10% English
80/20
2nd Grade
80% Spanish · 20% English
70/30
3rd Grade (planned 2027–28)
70% Spanish · 30% English
Preschool & elementary · Pre-Kinder y primaria

Bilingual preschool & elementary in Franklin, NC.

A full Spanish immersion school focused on instilling Biblical Character and strong community and multi-cultural awareness in our students, in a Christ-centered environment.

  • Elementary: enrolling grades K–2nd for 2026–27 — we add a grade each year as our oldest students move up.
  • Pre-K 4x4: 4 hours a day, 4 days a week for Pre-K 3 and 4 — limited two-day options available.
  • How we teach: play-based, language-immersive Pre-K classrooms; project- (mission-) based elementary.

Curious about those learning styles? Read up on project-based learning and play-based learning.

See grades & programs →
Made possible for families · A tu alcance

An approved NC Opportunity Scholarship school.

A private, faith-centered, bilingual education is within reach. State scholarship funds go directly toward tuition for families who qualify.

  • Open to all NC K–12 students, regardless of income
  • Funds paid directly to the school — no waiting on reimbursement
  • We'll walk you through the application, step by step
See if your family qualifies
$48/month
Tuition for qualifying families, with the Opportunity Scholarship applied.

Out-of-pocket cost depends on household income tier and eligibility — amounts shown are examples, not a guarantee.

Enrollment 2026–27 · Matrícula

Registration for fall 2026 is open.

Three things to know as you start — and we're glad to walk you through every one of them in person.

Tour on a school morning

Tours are available by appointment Monday–Thursday, beginning at 8:45 AM — see real classrooms mid-lesson, not a polished open house.

Book a tour →

Bring the scholarship

For elementary registration, we accept the NC Opportunity Scholarship. Applications for 2026–27 opened February 2, 2026.

Tuition & scholarship →

Reserve your child's spot

A $1,000 commitment deposit is due at enrollment and reserves your child's spot for the year.

Planning ahead? See the calendar & schedule →

From our families · Nuestras familias

What parents are saying.

The Director and teachers genuinely care about each child's success. Communication is strong and there is a real sense of community. It feels like family.

VRVeronica R.Parent

It's something I never imagined we'd have access to while living in a more rural area — a school immersed in an array of cultures and the Spanish language, all while being firmly centered in Christ.

JAJen A.Parent

The dual language program is incredible! My kids are learning so much while building confidence, cultural awareness, and a true love for learning.

RNRebecca N.Parent
Meet the people · Conócenos

Founded by a family. Taught by a community.

David & Kelsey Parrish started Sol & Son so families in Western North Carolina could have something rare close to home. Our teachers are bilingual — including native Spanish speakers — and bring real cultural roots to every classroom.

6countries on staff
Ed.D.on the team
~50/50English & Spanish
Meet the founders & teachers →
Life at Sol & Son · La vida escolar

Christ · Character · Community · Culture.

October

Our monthly family outing

Aug 2025

Our grand opening ribbon cutting ceremony

Cashiers, NC

Receiving our first grant from the Church of the Good Shepherd

We update our social media regularly, and have lots of valuable information about the school. Follow along on Facebook or Instagram.

Come see us. Stay for a morning.

The best way to know if Sol & Son is right for your family is to visit — walk the halls, meet the teachers, and feel the warmth for yourself. Tours run Monday–Thursday by appointment, beginning at 8:45 AM.

Book a tour