Dedham Country Day School

Dedham Country Day School believes that balance matters - in learning and life.
DCD combines academic challenge with support; pedagogical tradition with innovation.
Strong scholastics combined with outstanding arts, athletics, and service-learning create a program that is balanced and whole. Children learn who they are as diverse individuals and how to be part of something bigger.
At DCD, a premium is placed on both academic and emotional intelligence.
For over 115 years, DCD has been welcoming young children, passionate teachers, and committed families to its pre-kindergarten through grade 8 learning community.
Visit us on our 17-acre campus, just minutes from Route 128 in Dedham.

Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $38,975
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Dedham Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
Year Founded
1903

Student Body

Total Students
309 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
38%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Dedham Country Day School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students
List of Courses Offered
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
No sweatpants

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Jan. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $29,150 for Pre-Kindergarten to $48,800 for middle school grades. Please visit our website for tuitions by grade.
% on Financial Aid
25%
Acceptance Rate
50%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Emilie Liebhoff
Admissions Associate
Deb White
Endowment Size
$10 million

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
5 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Affinity Spaces, Culture Club, Dialogue Groups

Arts and Music Programs:
After School Drama, Private Music Program

School Notes

  • At DCD, we believe that balance matters-in learning and life. We combine academic challenge with support; pedagogical tradition with innovation. Strong scholastics combined with outstanding arts and athletics create a program that is balanced and whole. Here, a premium is placed on both academic and emotional intelligence. Children learn who they are as diverse individuals and how to be part of something bigger. Acceptance is a given, and children find encouragement in every connection they make. It`s a community that nurtures, nudges, and gives. That`s how we grow "whole" children-and, ultimately, adults who will thrive with the intellectual and emotional capacity to contribute to their world and enjoy meaningful lives. Visit us, and you`ll get a sense of how our students learn to think creatively and critically. You`ll see that from Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 8, kids are being kids-and being themselves. You`ll witness them tackling hands-on projects, collaborating, taking risks, solving problems-and, most of all, enjoying their experience. Explore DCD through our admissions events and a personal tour. Our 17-acre campus is just minutes from Route 128 in Dedham and offers children a wonderful space for outdoor learning, play, and athletic competition.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Dedham Country Day School cost?
Dedham Country Day School's tuition is approximately $38,975 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Dedham Country Day School?
The acceptance rate of Dedham Country Day School is 50%, which is lower than the national average of 70%.
What sports does Dedham Country Day School offer?
Dedham Country Day School offers 11 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Flag Football, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Squash and Tennis.
What is Dedham Country Day School's ranking?
Dedham Country Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Massachusetts for: Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Dedham Country Day School?
The application deadline for Dedham Country Day School is Jan. 15 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 15 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

School Reviews

5  
Our children started at DCD in 2007 in grades 4, 2 and Pre-K. From our first visit as prospective parents, we felt the special sense of community and connectedness that is a hallmark of the school. Teachers and students alike were engaging, happy and completely immersed in the school day. While at DCD, my children developed into engaged learners, well-rounded athletes, skilled artists (we have a musician, an actress, and a visual artist), strong self-advocates, and confident young adults. They were incredibly well prepared for high school, and two have gone on to successful college experiences with the life skills that began at DCD.
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Quick Stats (2024)

  • Top Ranked MA School
  • Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
  • Enrollment: 309 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $38,975
  • Acceptance rate: 50%
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: Jan. 15 / rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

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