The Pre-school, Kindergarten and Lower Elementary programs are designed to establish foundations for lifelong learning. The Montessori curriculum and teaching methods give children an extraordinary advantage over traditional programs.

While continuing to embrace many of the tenets of Montessori philosophy, the Upper Elementary and Middle School programs phase students into a world class preparatory curriculum that exceeds the core standards found in many of the finest Secondary schools in the United States.

Learning beyond the classroom is a an important distinction of all great schools. At Country Day, this may range from music theatre to competitive athletics, International Model UN to marine science STEM, or film production to student delegations visiting Beijing and Moscow.