At Charlottesville Day School, students discover the joy of learning and demonstrate a positive attitude towards lifelong intellectual, moral, and social growth.
Children at CDS develop the self-confidence, imagination, and skills to live fulfilling lives and to realize their individual potential.
CDS provides a supportive educational environment that fosters respect for others, develops well rounded interests, rewards sportsmanship, and cultivates interpersonal skills.
Quick Stats (2023-24)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 171 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Grades: K-8 | 126 students119.6 miles 2500 N Main St Blacksburg, VA 24060 (540) 552-6693
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(5 reviews)
59/29/2021
We feel so fortunate to be part of the CDS community. Our boys have both been enrolled since Kindergarten. One is now in middle school, the other in 4th grade. CDS offers strong academic instruction, without making kids feel "pressure." They do an amazing job balancing fun and learning and working with their city footprint to still allow for lots of outdoor time and time in nature. The teachers are what I love most about CDS. Each of my sons' teachers, from specials to math, and their main teachers have provided support and empowerment. Frequently, my boys have come home having done something they didn't think they themselves could do: from learning about difficult topics such as race relations to playing an instrument! When I have had a concern about something, I've always been able to reach out to Stacey, or the teachers and no matter how small my concern may have been, it was never dismissed. Beyond academics, CDS has instilled a love of learning in boys, as well as taught them community responsibility, and the importance of kindness. We'll continue to send our son to CDS through 8th grade, and I look forward to where this strong foundation takes them!
- Posted by Parent - Local Mom
53/4/2020
Adore this school. Kids are nurtured, supported, and challenged all at the same time. Both our excited to start each day.
- Posted by Parent - CDS Parent
511/9/2017
CDS is a Godsend. My daughter has flourished academically and socially in the very student-centered, nurturing environment. The teachers are top-notch and the experience has been a breath of fresh air. She runs into the building because she's so excited to go to school!
- Posted by Parent - RLC
57/24/2015
The best school in Virginia. Amazing Faculty!
- Posted by Parent - ASCD
511/28/2014
This is the top school in Charlottesville. Too many wonderful things to write. Schedule a tour. Seriously.
My reason for writing: Much of the information listed in this database is incorrect:
The CDS campus is conveniently located DOWNTOWN at 320 10th St NE, Charlottesville, VA 22902, which is diagonal from the old Martha Jefferson Hospital building.
CDS serves preschool through middle school. (2 years old through 8th grade)
- Posted by Parent - teamn
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Quick Stats (2023-24)
Grades: Prekindergarten-8
Enrollment: 171 students
Application Deadline: None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
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