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The first day of school for students is Wednesday, August 12. We look forward to welcoming everyone back to school and having an awesome school year.

Belmont Central is continuing its commitment to excellent academics! We rank among the top 10 schools in Gaston County for having the highest student proficiency, we met our academic growth expectations, and we earned a B school performance grade, which is challenging to achieve on the state accountability and testing program.

That is the question asked during this year’s “Are You Smarter Than A Gaston County Fifth Grader?” competition. Sponsored by the Gaston County Education Foundation, the game show-like event raised funds for the Ron L. Ensley grants program.
So, who is the smartest? It’s the team featuring Belmont Central Elementary School.

Thanks to our partnership with Kintegra Health, we offer a telehealth clinic here at our school. Students, who are experiencing a minor illness or condition, can be seen by a medical provider virtually.
Stay Informed
Get the latest information from Belmont Central Elementary and Gaston County Schools.
The school supply list for the 2026–2027 school year is now available. Families can view the list by grade level.
Belmont Central Elementary is hosting Meet the Teacher for grades 2–5 on Sunday, August 9.
Students with last names A–K are invited from 2:00 to 3:00 p.m., and students with last names L–Z are invited from 3:30 to 4:30 p.m.
This is a great chance to meet your teachers, see your classrooms, and get ready for a successful school year!
If your child will be riding the bus this school year, please complete the Belmont Central Elementary and Page Primary bus sign-up form by July 31. This helps us finalize routes, assign accurate bus stops and provide important transportation details before school starts. A new form is required for all bus riders for the 2026-27 school year, even if your child rode the bus last year.
We are pleased to welcome new students to Gaston County Schools. To begin the enrollment process, please download our student assignment application.
Kindergarten enrollment for the 2026-27 school year is open. Families can complete the application by visiting the registration page.
Why Belmont Central?
Four reasons why we are the right school for your child.
Advanced Learning at Belmont Central
Belmont Central Elementary teachers are certified in Academically and Intellectually Gifted (AIG) instruction. Students have the opportunity to engage in AIG activities during flex time as part of their regular school day.

Celebrating our Successes
We celebrate our students’ successes in Battle of the Books, Math Masters, and Robotics, where they develop skills and teamwork. We also take pride in giving back to the community through collection drives and other service projects that make a positive impact.

Enrichment Clusters
We offer enrichment clusters that allow students to explore topics they enjoy. These experiences help them become well-rounded and may spark interests that develop into hobbies or interests.

A Community School
We're a true neighborhood school with deep roots in the community. Many of our teachers and staff are long-time educators who bring years of experience and dedication to the classroom.

On the Calendar
Important dates for Belmont Central Elementary and Gaston County Schools.
