Glades Day School (GDS) is a fully accredited PK3-12th grade private school located in Western Palm Beach County.
Our philosophy is to provide an outstanding educational environment that balances academic, athletic, and spiritual components to prepare students for a successful life.
We are a nondenominational school that welcomes families of all faiths, yet we foster a Christian environment where students are taught ethical discernment and encouraged to achieve their God-given potential academically, athletically, and spiritually.
Our diverse, well-qualified teaching faculty and staff are focused on engaging students and sparking their desire to learn while challenging them to a higher academic standard.
Our smaller class sizes allow teachers to effectively differentiate instruction, maximize instructional time, and develop positive teacher-student relationships.
On behalf of the GDS family, we warmly welcome you to tour our spacious 30-acre campus and experience the unique educational environment to affirm GDS as your school choice.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Top Rankings

Glades Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for:

Category
Attribute
School History

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1965

Student Body

Total Students
n/a
Student Body Type
Co-ed

Academics and Faculty

Advanced Courses
AP American Government, AP Human Geography, AP Language and Composition, AP Literature and Composition, AP Macroeconomics, AP U.S. History, AP World History
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
School Uniform

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies with grade level
Admissions Director
Amy Wilkins

Sports

Extracurriculars

Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
8 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Art Club, Drama Club, Fellowship of Christian Athletes, Future Farmers of America, Garden Club, National Honor Society, Spanish Honor Society, Student Council
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

What sports does Glades Day School offer?

Glades Day School offers 8 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheering, Football, Soccer, Softball, Track and Field and Volleyball.

What is Glades Day School's ranking?

Glades Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Florida for: Oldest founding date.

When is the application deadline for Glades Day School?

The application deadline for Glades Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).

School Reviews

Endorse Glades Day School. Endorsements should be a few sentences in length. Please include any comments on:

  • Quality of academic programs, teachers, and facilities
  • Availability of music, art, sports and other extracurricular activities
  • Academic or athletic awards
Endorse this school:

Recent Articles

Children With Learning Differences: How To Proceed
Children With Learning Differences: How To Proceed
Facing the reality that your child has learning differences is never easy. But with a diagnosis from a qualified professional, and skilled experienced teachers who know how to remediate those differences, your child can learn to handle her differences. More here.
Enrichment Resources For Children Ages 10-14
Enrichment Resources For Children Ages 10-14
I asked ChatGPT to list apps, YouTube Channels, and podcasts suitable for enriching the studies of students ages 10-14. (We'll look at resources for younger and older students in another article.)
Designing Assignments In The ChatGPT Era
February 13, 2023
Designing Assignments In The ChatGPT Era
AI (Artificial Intelligence), specifically ChatGPT, poses some serious challenges for teachers. We explore the importance of teaching students how to attribute the work and ideas of others.

Quick Stats (2023)

  • Top Ranked FL School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-12
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: Verified school update

Request Information

Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Palm Beach County, FL is $13,116 for elementary schools and $15,067 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Palm Beach County, FL is 86% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

Related School Videos

Quick Links