The Country Day School
Tel:
(703) 356-4282
- The Country Day School is an early childhood developmentally based curriculum that encourages the growth of children`s thought processes, the development of their conceptual understanding, and their ability to observe, analyze, predict, and make conclusions about the world. The program also strives to kindle in the children an appreciation for the beauty of our natural surroundings as well as an understanding of their responsibility to conserve and nurture their world. Out-of-doors learning activities are an important part of the curriculum and are integrated into many units of study.
Quick Stats (2021)
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten
- Students: 265 students
- Acceptance rate: 90%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: Jan. 15
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The Country Day School places among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
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- Student Body Largest student body
School Overview
| School Type | Alternative School |
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | National Association for the Education of Young Children Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliation | Nonsectarian |
| Grades Offered | Grades Nursery/Preschool-Kindergarten |
| Year Founded | 1964 |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |
| Summer Program Details | Link to Summer Program Details |
Student Body
| Total Students | 265 students |
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| % Students of Color | 5% State avg.: 26% |
| Students by Grade |
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Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 32 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 8:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 50% |
| Average Class Size | 12 students |
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | Jan. 15 |
| Tuition Notes | Tuition rates depend on the program of choice https://www.countryday.org/admissions/tuition |
| Acceptance Rate | 90% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | L. Hall |
| Admissions Associate | none |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 4 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Lunch with Pals, Stay and Play Arts and Music Programs: Art Studio, Music |
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