Westhampton Day School (WDS) is a ministry of Westhampton United Methodist Church (WUMC).
For more than seventy years, WDS has been a mission of WUMC in their endeavors to support and be an actively contributing member of their community.
The Preschool and Kindergarten were opened in 1953, and the extended day program was added in 1977.
Quick Facts (2026)
- Top-Ranked VA School
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 227 students
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Westhampton Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School History
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Year Founded
1953
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
227 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
98%
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Admissions Director
Alex Strabley
Admissions Associate
Heather Larsen
Application URL
Sports
Total Sports Offered
5 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
1 extracurricular
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Arts and Music Programs:
Drama
School Notes
- School Motto: Lessons that last a lifetime
- Westhampton Day School provides a Christian environment that is nurturing, safe, mutually respectful, and conducive to learning. Our goal is to create a stimulating and hands-on learning experience for each individual child which promotes intellectual, physical, and social/emotional development.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
What sports does Westhampton Day School offer?
Westhampton Day School offers 5 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Basketball, Golf, Soccer and Tennis.
What is Westhampton Day School's ranking?
Westhampton Day School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees, Largest student body and Oldest founding date.
When is the application deadline for Westhampton Day School?
The application deadline for Westhampton Day School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is Westhampton Day School located?
Westhampton Day School is located in the Three Chopt neighborhood of Richmond, VA. There are 6 other private schools located in Three Chopt.
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school to Westhampton Day School is Shaarei Torah Of Richmond (0.2 miles away)
The nearest elementary school is St. Christopher's School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Bon Secours Family Center (0.3 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Shaarei Torah Of Richmond
All-girls (Jewish)
6300 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-7610
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-7610
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
Bon Secours Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
1403 Maple Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 285-0444
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 285-0444
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 14 students
711 Saint Christophers Road
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 985 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint Bridget School ![Saint Bridget School Photo]( "Saint Bridget School Photo")
(Catholic)
6011 York Rd
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
6001 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 824 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Shaarei Torah Of Richmond
All-girls (Jewish)
6300 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-7610
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-7610
0.2 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 12 students Avg. class size: 10 students Tuition listed
711 Saint Christophers Road
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 985 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6001 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 824 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
6801 Patterson Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-7610
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-7610
0.8 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students
1701 Byrd Ave
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 612-1947
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 612-1947
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 193 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
711 Saint Christophers Road
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 985 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint Bridget School ![Saint Bridget School Photo]( "Saint Bridget School Photo")
(Catholic)
6011 York Rd
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
6001 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 824 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tuckahoe Montessori School ![Tuckahoe Montessori School Photo]( "Tuckahoe Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
6818 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 359-2754
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 359-2754
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 132 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5
1701 Byrd Ave
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 612-1947
Richmond, VA 23230
(804) 612-1947
1 miles
Gr: K-12 | 193 students
School
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Bon Secours Family Center
Daycare / Preschool
1403 Maple Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 285-0444
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 285-0444
0.3 miles
Gr: K | 14 students
711 Saint Christophers Road
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 282-3185
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 985 students Avg. class size: 16 students Sports: 19 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Saint Bridget School ![Saint Bridget School Photo]( "Saint Bridget School Photo")
(Catholic)
6011 York Rd
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-1994
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 513 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 10 | Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
6001 Grove Avenue
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 288-2804
0.6 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 824 students Sports: 15 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Tuckahoe Montessori School ![Tuckahoe Montessori School Photo]( "Tuckahoe Montessori School Photo")
Montessori School
6818 West Grace Street
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 359-2754
Richmond, VA 23226
(804) 359-2754
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-6 | 132 students Avg. class size: 20 students Extracurrculars: 5
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Grange Hall Elementary School
(Math: 81% | Reading: 69%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
19301 Hull Street Rd.
Moseley, VA 23120
(804) 739-6265
Moseley, VA 23120
(804) 739-6265
9107.7 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 724 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
Moseley Elementary School
(Math: 87%)
7100 Magnolia Green Parkway
Moseley, VA 23120
(804) 639-8914
Moseley, VA 23120
(804) 639-8914
9108.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 972 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Winterpock Elementary School
(Math: 85% | Reading: 83%)
Rank:
Rank:
9/
Top 20%10
9000 Elementary Way Loop
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 763-5051
Chesterfield, VA 23832
(804) 763-5051
9108.6 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 834 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1 Minority enrollment: 41%
Powhatan High School
Magnet School
(Math: 60-79% | Reading: 90%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
1800 Judes Ferry Road
Powhatan, VA 23139
(804) 598-5710
Powhatan, VA 23139
(804) 598-5710
9108.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 1,328 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 17%
Flat Rock Elementary School
(Math: 80% | Reading: 68%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
2210 Batterson Road
Powhatan, VA 23139
(804) 598-5743
Powhatan, VA 23139
(804) 598-5743
9109 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 654 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1 Minority enrollment: 18%
School Reviews
5 7/7/2022
WDS is such a gem. All 4 of my children have attended as toddlers and preschoolers and I can't say enough good things about the school, the staff, the curriculum, and the activities. They keep the parents engaged without being burdensome, and treasure and love each student for their unique abilities and personalities. We are so lucky to have had our children receive this quality early education!
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