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Middle School is a time of extraordinary transformation and at Country Day, it is not simply a bridge between childhood and adolescence, but a launching pad for a successful future.

Jeremy Hammond, Head of Middle School

Our program is designed to develop students' specific knowledge and skills, yet it has a larger mission to inculcate healthy habits of mind, heart, and action. At Savannah Country Day, we offer our 6th-8th graders opportunities to grow confidently as individuals. We understand how important it is for our students to feel safe and have a sense of belonging or a place where they can openly express themselves without feeling exposed or embarrassed. We want our students to learn how to handle small setbacks and failures and celebrate humbly when they find great success. Students are encouraged to explore as many things as possible to discover their place and uncover their true passions.

Our faculty understand that interacting with such curious, energetic students requires patience, humor, and sensitivity. Middle School teachers must simultaneously challenge and nurture, encourage independence, provide structure, and reach curricular objectives while meeting each child’s needs. Essentially, the Middle School program must address the complex nature of adolescence in a supportive academic environment – one that makes the transition from Lower School to Upper School and from childhood to young adulthood as rewarding and productive as possible.

Leadership & Organizations

The Middle School offers its students a wide array of co-curricular activities.  Virtually every teacher sponsors some club, activity, or sport. 

Before & After School Program

Students attending the After School Program will find a distraction-free environment in which to complete homework and possibly time to relax following a structured day.

Advisor/Advisee Program

Our faculty advisors serve as advocates to a small group of students assigned to him or her at the beginning of each school year. Each week, students meet with their advisors to discuss both personal and academic-related topics.

Mini-Mester

Mini-mester is an amazing week of learning without worrying about grades -- experiential learning at its best.

Outward Bound

Eighth grade students have the opportunity to participate in a five-day Outward Bound excursion in the Florida Everglades’ Ten Thousand Islands.

Social & Emotional Wellness

The Middle School Counseling Program nurtures and supports students during this transitional stage through a multifaceted program.

Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony’s Young Artists Honor Band
Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony’s Young Artists Honor Band

Congratulations to Madeline Patel for participating in the Atlanta Youth Wind Symphony’s Young Artists Honor Band, held May 2-3 in Atlanta. The prestigious ensemble brought together talented middle school musicians from across Georgia for a weekend of rehearsals and performance opportunities. We are proud of Madeline for through her continued dedication and musical achievement!

Middle School Band Honors
Middle School Band Honors

Eight middle school band students traveled to Statesboro High School to participate in the GMEA District 1 Middle School Band Clinic alongside student musicians from across the region. They spent the day rehearsing and refining their musical skills under the direction of guest clinicians before performing in a culminating concert. Congratulations to these talented Hornets on their hard work and dedication!

Back Row (L to R): Madeline Patel, Brock Hendrix, Leo Center, Cyrus Burkoff
Front Row (L to R): Vibhuti Derola, Robb Rilee, James Alexander, Nouh Siddiqi

Robotics Challenge
Robotics Challenge

6th grade students put their coding skills to the test during a fast-paced robotics race! Working in small groups, students programmed robots to navigate floor grids by using software to create precise instructions and movements. Throughout the challenge, teams problem-solved together as they adjusted their robot for speed and accuracy. The classroom was full of excitement as students raced to see whose robot could successfully complete the course the fastest.

Bravo, Middle School Performers
Bravo, Middle School Performers

Thank you to everyone who joined us for the Middle School production of Bright. Young. Things. over the weekend! This fast-paced comedy followed a group of high-achieving contestants competing on a game show to be named the “brainiest.” Congratulations to our talented cast and crew for their hard work and outstanding performances. 

DeWitt Female Athlete of the Year Award
DeWitt Female Athlete of the Year Award

Congratulations to Anna Nicholson for being the 2026 recipient of the DeWitt Female Athlete of the Year Award, presented to the best female student-athlete in Savannah each year for their success in athletics, academics, and community service! This prestigious honor recognizes Anna’s outstanding dedication and leadership both on and off the field, and we are excited to see her continue to thrive.

Their journey continues, explore our Upper School and College Counseling programs. 

UPPER SCHOOL COLLEGE COUNSELING