First Presbyterian Day School is a private college-preparatory Christian school in Macon, Georgia, United States. It was founded in 1970 as a project of First Presbyterian Church, also in Macon.
Commonly known as "FPD", it offers curriculum from K-4 through the 12th grade to approximately 1000 students. New fine arts and athletics facilities were completed in 2000 and a new high school building in 2006. School colors are red and black and the school mascot is the Viking. All students must pay tuition. PK- $3,760; K- $5,070; Grades 1-5- $10,850; Grades 6-8- $11,210; Grades 9-12- $11,675.
FPD is a member of the Georgia High School Association, the College Board, and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. FPD is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools.
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