CHARLOTTESVILLE DAY SCHOOL is committed to enhancing the lives of children and families in the community. CDS students discover the joy of learning and demonstrate a positive attitude towards lifelong intellectual, moral, and social growth. Children at CDS develop the self-confidence, imagination, and skills to live fulfilling lives and to realize their individual potential. CDS provides a supportive educational environment that fosters respect for others, develops well-rounded interests, rewards sportsmanship, and cultivates interpersonal skills.

We Believe:

• All children can learn, succeed, and excel.
• An extraordinary teacher can inspire every child.
• The best educational practices are grounded in research and experience.
• A school must embrace the varied learning styles of its students.
• A school should promote a healthy lifestyle and wellness of mind and body.
• Childhood music education fosters self-confidence and achievement across traditional academic subjects.
• Physical education is an opportunity to teach self-control and sportsmanship.
• Fine arts education benefits the whole child.
• Children learn by discovering and doing.
• Children learn best when they are happy.
• A supportive environment promotes positive self-image.
• Relationships should be nurtured.
• A team approach best meets the needs of our students.
• Respect for all people should be modeled.
• A diverse community of learners enriches the educational environment.