Forsyth Country Day School
School Notes Overview:
Forsyth Country Day School was established in 1970 to offer families an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational alternative for children from Jr. Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. Forsyth is distinctive for its small size, the growing diversity of faculty and students, the high quality of its teachers and facilities, a caring and nurturing environment, and the strength of its curriculum. The school’s goal for each student is always the same: to provide significant experiences that will begin a lifelong process of discovery leading to a richly rewarding and happy life. Forsyth Country Day School is a community of learners dedicated to nurturing and enhancing the development of all its members. In a challenging and engaging academic environment, the school is committed to providing the instruction, experiences, and support necessary to develop fully the intellectual, creative, social, and physical potential of each student. Forsyth Country Day School believes strongly in its motto of Pride, Freedom, and Responsibility, stressing the importance of individual responsibility and its impact on enhancing personal freedom. Our goal is to instill a lifelong commitment to learning, integrity, citizenship, compassion, and community service. ...
School Overview:
Forsyth Country Day School |
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| School Membership(s) |
Institute for Independent Education National Association of Independent Schools |
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| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian | |
| Grades Offered | Grades Prekindergarten - 12 | |
| Programs for Learning Differences | Yes | |
| Learning Differences Supported | adhd,add,dyslexia, dyscalculia,dysnomia,dysgraphia,speech | |
| County | Forsyth County, NC | |
| Student Body | ||
| Total Students | 909 students | |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed | |
This School |
(NC) School Avg. |
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| % Students of Color | 8% | 18% |
| Students by Grade | ||
| Pre-K - 29 students | ||
| Kind - 44 students | ||
| Grade 1 - 51 students | ||
| Grade 2 - 50 students | ||
| Grade 3 - 49 students | ||
| Grade 4 - 56 students | ||
| Grade 5 - 56 students | ||
| Grade 6 - 81 students | ||
| Grade 7 - 76 students | ||
| Grade 8 - 60 students | ||
| Grade 9 - 90 students | ||
| Grade 10 - 84 students | ||
| Grade 11 - 90 students | ||
| Grade 12 - 93 students | ||
| Academics and Faculty | ||
| Total Classroom Teachers | 101 teachers | |
This School |
(NC) School Avg. |
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| Teacher : Student Ratio | 1:9 | * Ntl. Public School Avg. » 1:16 |
| School Days in Calendar Year | 179 days | 180 days |
| Hours in School Day for Students | 6 hours | 6 hours |
| Finances and Admission | ||
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling | |
| Head of School | Henry Battle | |
| Admissions Director | Cindy Kluttz | |
| Admissions Associate | Jan DiBlasio | |
School Notes:
- Forsyth Country Day School was established in 1970 to offer families an independent, nonsectarian, coeducational alternative for children from Jr. Pre-Kindergarten through grade 12. Forsyth is distinctive for its small size, the growing diversity of faculty and students, the high quality of its teachers and facilities, a caring and nurturing environment, and the strength of its curriculum. The school’s goal for each student is always the same: to provide significant experiences that will begin a lifelong process of discovery leading to a richly rewarding and happy life. Forsyth Country Day School is a community of learners dedicated to nurturing and enhancing the development of all its members. In a challenging and engaging academic environment, the school is committed to providing the instruction, experiences, and support necessary to develop fully the intellectual, creative, social, and physical potential of each student. Forsyth Country Day School believes strongly in its motto of Pride, Freedom, and Responsibility, stressing the importance of individual responsibility and its impact on enhancing personal freedom. Our goal is to instill a lifelong commitment to learning, integrity, citizenship, compassion, and community service.
- Profile last updated: 10/06/2008
In the News:
- Community Milestones (Winston-Salem Journal)
posted on November 16, 2009 at 05:00:00 am
Community Milestones - Blue Devils see recruiting boost after on-field success (The Fayetteville Observer)
posted on November 4, 2009 at 03:20:17 pm
Success on the field usually translates into recruiting victories. The Duke Blue Devils saw that theory at work last week as two prospects impressed by their recent success made oral commitments to the Atlantic Coast Conference school. - College counseling firm opens in Winston-Salem (The Business Journal of the Greater Triad Area)
posted on August 25, 2009 at 03:23:18 pm
A former admissions official at Forsyth Country Day School has launched a new college admissions counseling service in Winston-Salem, Lu Anne Wood Consulting, according to an announcement. - Casady School Names Peter Huestis as New Upper Division Director (PitchEngine)
posted on August 11, 2009 at 02:39:55 pm
Casady School, Oklahoma Citys premier independent school, announced today the appointment of Peter Huestis as its new Upper Division Director. A native Canadian, Peter Huestis comes to Casady from Forsyth Country Day School FCDS in Lewisville, North Carolina, a pre-kindergarten through 12th grade independent school with more than 1,000 students.In his new role, Huestis will oversee the... - 8-8 Education in brief (The Edmond Sun)
posted on August 8, 2009 at 02:42:28 am
Members of the Bishop McGuinness Catholic High School Alumni Association will kick off the school year by hosting the fourth annual Trivia Night on Aug. 22 in the Bishop McGuinness Commons area. All proceeds benefit the Alumni Association Scholarship Fund.
School Zip Statistics:
| About This Zipcode (27023) | School Zip (27023) |
(NC) State Average |
| Population (Approximate) | 9,923 people | 8,047,333 people |
| % (age 25+) w/College Degree | 45% | 24% |
| Population Average Age | 38 years old | 35 years old |
| Average Household size | 2.6 persons | 2.3 persons |
| Median Household Income | $59,579 | $43,285 |
| Avg. # of Rooms in Household | 6.3 rooms | 5.4 rooms |
| Median Age of Housing Structure | 27 years old | 31 years old |
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| Median Value of Housing Unit Zipcode (27023) 
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| % Owning / % Renting | 86% / 14% | 65% / 35% |
School Map:
Nearby Schools:
- Calvary Baptist Day School - 752 students - 4.3 mi. away - view location
- Agape Faith Christian Academy - 34 students - 5.9 mi. away - view location
- Vineyard School - 41 students - 6.0 mi. away - view location
- Jefferson Day School - 21 students - 6.5 mi. away - view location
- Cedar Forest Christian School - 74 students - 6.8 mi. away - view location
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