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Admissions

We are delighted that you and your family are interested in Savannah Country Day. 

As you explore our website, we hope you will discover what makes our school such a special place. Above all, families choose Country Day because of the extraordinary relationships and experiences. We are a collaborative community where teachers and students engage, support and inspire one another. 

Just as we use the application process to get to know your child, we hope you will use this time to become better acquainted with our program and offerings. It is our pleasure to guide you through this process. 

Curricular Highlights

From hands-on exploration in Lower School, where play is the gateway to learning, to advanced programs that ignite passions in Upper School, Country Day's curriculum is designed to inspire and engage. Below are several examples, spanning Jk through 12th grade. 

Cross-Divisional Relationships

One of the greatest benefits of attending a school that spans 14 grades is the abundant opportunities for cross-division interaction. Each year, this is showcased on the first day of school, as our seniors welcome and escort our young Hornets into Demere Gym for their first-ever assembly.

Immersive Exploration

Second grade’s “Living Museum” is a cherished annual cross-curricular project showcasing students’ public speaking, research, and writing skills. Students research a historical figure using resources from the media center, create a portrait in art class, and develop a timeline of the individual’s life and accomplishments. The best part? Going all out to dress the part and presenting a “living museum” to their teachers, parents, and peers to enjoy!

Organic Gardening

Third grade science students plant and chart their own vegetables in the 2,000-square-foot organic gardens. Using iPads as garden journals, they measure and record plant growth and rainfall. Harvested vegetables are used in classroom stirfry and donated to the school cafeteria and Second Harvest Food Bank.

Campus Apiary

What started years ago with a single observational classroom hive has blossomed into a dedicated campus space housing multiple honeybee hives. Sixth grade science classes are in charge of the hives, with responsibilities ranging from determining the health and productivity of the colony to harvesting and transforming honey into products, all while learning about the important role these pollinators play in our ecosystem.

Robotics

Sixth grade science offers the opportunity to dive into the world of robotics using the LEGO Mindstorms platform. Learning the fundamentals of engineering and computer science, students build and program robots to execute specific commands in response to signals, such as clapping.

Mini-Mester

A week-long exploratory experience for Middle School students, Mini-mester offers an opportunity to try new activities while interacting with peers from different grade levels. Some students ventured to destinations like Belize, while others engaged in experiential learning on campus and around Savannah. From sailing and fencing to culinary adventures, mahjong, bass fishing, and more, Mini-mester inspires our students to become lifelong learners.

Global Online Academy

Country Day offers additional courses through a partnership with Global Online Academy (GOA), a consortium of leading independent schools from around the world. Course offerings range from “Bioethics” and “Entrepreneurship in a Global Context” to “Architecture” and “Problem Solving with Engineering & Design.” These online courses are asynchronous and challenge students to work virtually alongside teachers and peers around the world.

College Ready Advanced Portfolio Art

The Advanced Portfolio art class provides students the opportunity to build a body of work and create an online portfolio website that can be utilized during the college application process.

Engineering in the MakerSpace

Hosted in the Makerspace, the Intro to Engineering elective offers a hands-on look into the world of problem-solving and engineering. After significant research, design, and implementation, students create mini bridges and test them to evaluate their strength and durability.

VIDEOS: DAY IN THE LIFE

We hope these videos provide a small glimpse into the magic in our classrooms and throughout our campus. 

Lower School (Jr.K-5th)

Middle School (6th-8th)

Upper School (9th-12th)

Savannah Country Day School educates students to be citizens of the 21st century America and the wider world. We are an intentionally diverse community of students, faculty, administrators, staff, and families. We are committed to admitting and supporting students from a variety of backgrounds who can contribute their unique blend of talents and perspectives to our learning community as well as offering our students a variety of avenues to broaden their knowledge and respect for people of varying cultures. In partnership with supportive families, we strive to cultivate in each student the desire and the discipline to grow in wisdom, to lead lives of personal honor, to appreciate beauty, to pursue physical well-being, and to serve others with a generous, compassionate spirit.

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