Wakefield Country Day School is a preschool through twelfth grade college preparatory school whose curriculum emphasizes scholarship in the classical tradition.
WCDS prides itself on offering an education designed to produce students who can write well, possess strong analytical skills, and are motivated by a high sense of ethical repsonsibility. WCDS has an unbroken tradition of 100% 4-year college acceptance. The 17 students in the class of 2016 earned approximately $1.5 million in merit scholarship offers.
Biology, Calculus, Calculus AB and BC, Comparative Government, English Language - 11th grade, English Literature - 12th grade, Environmental Science, French, Latin, Spanish, Statistics, US Government, US History
Average SAT score
1330
Average ACT score
30
Classroom Dress Code
Casual formal dress uniform one day a week; casual uniform other days
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition ranges from $10,000 for Preschool through $20,600 for prep school. Tuition rates for domestic students differ from rates for international students; international rates are: $46,000 (this does includes room and board).
Club or Organization: Cooking, Envirothon, Geography Bee, History Bowl, Junior Classical League, Key Club International, Latin club, Literary Magazine, Math Club, Mock Trial, Model United Nations, National Honor Society, Student Government, Wildlife Conservation Club
Arts and Music Programs: Drama, Jazz Ensemble, Journalism, Studio Art
Recreational Athletic Programs: Fitness club, Polo, Running Club
School Notes
Two periods of English each year with instruction in grammar,
composition, literature, and vocabulary
Small, structured classrooms in a family-like environment
Foreign language, art, music, and physical education
instruction that begins in preschool
Unbroken tradition of 100% 4-year college acceptance
Grades: PK-12 | 652 students56.1 miles 175 Hickory St Charlottesville, VA 22902 (434) 220-7330
56.1
PK-12
652
School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(5 reviews)
58/5/2021
We are COVID Refugees - starting at Wakefield Country as they were the only school brave enough to offer in-person learning during the 2020-2021 academic year. Our kids were 3rd and 5th grade.Their dedication to student learning and experience is well above anything we could have hoped for. They took every reasonable measure to ensure the health of the teachers and students while refusing to compromise on quality of education. They had NO issues last year and my kids absolutely blossomed at WCDS.Not only are the teachers and staff outstanding at their jobs, you can tell they actually enjoy them. The community of families is welcoming, diverse and supportive.We thought we'd just be here for the year, but having seen first hand the positive impact of what truly great school can do for my kids - we are lifers.
- Posted by Parent - Coleman
55/29/2021
I was fortunate enough to find WCDS early in my children's education. Being as there are not wonderful public school options in my close-by county, I knew we would either be homeschooling or opting for private school. I grew up homeschooled during primary school, and after attempting to homeschool my son during pre-kindergarten, I knew I did not have that special magic touch a true teacher has. I'm so grateful to be a part of the Wakefield community and know that my kids are surrounded by great peers, teachers who care and that they are getting the education that they need. Kudos to all the teachers at WCDS for putting kids first during the COVID pandemic and remaining open all year long!
- Posted by Parent - Anne Marie
51/27/2020
I have found this school to be practically a second home. My dad is a teacher here. Yes, improvements can be made, but that is the case with everything except God. I greatly appreciate all that this school has given me. I have great teachers, and I have enjoyed a great education.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Jefferson
53/2/2019
Wakefield Country Day school provides an enriching academic and social environment for my two daughters. Initially, we found WCDS because of their exciting and diverse summer camps in which the children explored computer coding using legos, and age appropriate play and preparation for Pre-K . In November, we made the decision to transition the girls to WCDS as full-time students. The WCDS family partnered with us in navigating the application process, submitting financial aid documents and making my children feel at home in their classrooms and with their peers. The teachers welcomed both girls mid-year and enveloped them into their new learning environments. I love seeing the daily growth and excitement that the girls have for their school, teachers and classmates. -Katherine Hill
- Posted by Parent - kmhill
55/17/2016
Going into our third year at Wakefield Country Day, we couldn't be happier with the quality of the education and outstanding teachers. Our daughter has slipped seamlessly back into the routine of school thanks to the good guidance of the Kindergarten teacher. Every year I prepare myself for a letdown as I convince myself that the new teacher can’t be nearly as good as her preschool and prekindergarten teachers. It’s quite the pleasant surprise to be wrong!
Jason Brady
- Posted by Parent - jaseb
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