Mission-driven and guided by exceptional leaders, we're committed to developing fully the potential of every student.

Forward Thinking

For more than 75 years, Country Day has continued to build on our long legacy of firsts among the Charlotte region's independent schools, introducing groundbreaking programs and progressive ideas.

We respect each individual, embrace diversity, and value the relationships uniting us as a school and connecting us with our local and global communities.

A world of opportunity is waiting for your child, and we look forward to sharing each step along the way with you.

Schedule a Visit

We are eager to welcome you to campus and tell you more about how we prepare students for success in life and hear more about your child. To schedule a visit, contact the Admissions Office at (704) 943-4530.

Attend an Open House

Join us at one of our Open Houses in October and November to learn more about our school. We look forward to seeing you soon!

Our students explore possibilities, gain skills and knowledge, and tackle intellectual challenges, as we prepare them to take their place in the world.

International Baccalaureate

We are the only independent school in the state to offer students this rigorous, internationally recognized course of study. Our small class sizes are essential to successfully developing the intellectual, personal, emotional, and social skills that the IB Program offers.

College Counseling

Through our highly individualized College Counseling program, involving both students and their families, Country Day Upper School students find the college or university that best matches their goals and interests—a place where they will thrive, excel, and contribute.

Our goal is to shape confident, healthy, well-rounded adults who are comfortable and successful in diverse settings and ready to make significant contributions to society.

Cultural Diversity

We believe a culturally, ethnically, racially, and socioeconomically diverse community is essential to providing a rich learning environment for all children.

Technology

We believe the creative, innovative, and intelligent use of technology is critically important. By blending the best elements of traditional teaching and strong student/teacher relationships with the inventive nature of digital learning, our students will be ready for the future.

Through visual art, vocal and instrumental music, drama, and dance, our fine arts program celebrates personal expression and connects our students to history, diverse cultures, and their own imaginations.

Artists in Residence

Our Artists in Residence program provides unique student experiences fueled by art and culture. In addition to bringing outside artists to campus to work directly with our students on special projects, Middle and Upper School students are offered opportunities to explore their talents and creative expression abroad.

Hance Family Gallery

The Hance Family Gallery exhibits artwork from our students, faculty, alumni, and visiting artists. Every year, we host an exhibit open to the public featuring works from special artists.

A vibrant culture of philanthropy has sustained our ability to offer excellence in education for more than 75 years.

Our Top Giving Priority

The Country Day Fund is our top giving priority because it directly supports Country Day's greatest assets—our students and our teachers.

2016-17 Annual Report

This year's Annual Report celebrates "75 Points of Pride" and our strong legacy of philanthropy that has enabled Country Day to reach the 75-year mark as a leader in independent school education.

Are You

Ready?

To Discover.

Drew '18

Drew and Dr. Rabinovich at UNC-Charlotte share their experience in the Upper School Science Outreach Program at Country Day. Through this program, Country Day helps students find and secure summer internships in university laboratory settings.

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To Serve.

Dylan '19

Upper School student Dylan explains how he's making an impact with the Charlotte Refugee Center.

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To Lead.

Avery '25

Meet Avery, a fourth-grader who talks about community, leadership, and the importance of believing in yourself.

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To Explore.

Sarah '21

Sarah shares a glimpse into the Model United Nations and Paths to Peace experience at Country Day.

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To Thrive.

Sally '17

Sally Sasz is the 29th Country Day senior to be offered the prestigious and highly selective Morehead-Cain Scholarship to attend UNC-Chapel Hill. In fact, she is the fourth Country Day recipient in five years.

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Country Day

Ready.

A Strong Forward-Thinking Institution

Country Day Regional Firsts

Founded in 1941, Country Day’s long legacy of firsts among the Charlotte region’s independent schools includes groundbreaking programs and progressive ideas.

First

Independent School

First & Only

International Baccalaureate Diploma Program

First

Full-time assistant teachers in every Lower School classroom

First

High school Big Brothers Big Sisters mentoring program

First

Office of Diversity Planning

First

Sports medicine services for student-athletes

First

Biomedical ethics and organic chemistry classes

First

Comprehensive International Studies Program

First

Summer Science Outreach Program

Exceptional Academic Results

Proven Track Record

When the time comes to graduate, our seniors possess the skills they need to succeed in college and ultimately, in life. Country Day graduates include scholars, athletes, and artists who continue their academic careers at some of the nation’s finest colleges and universities.

Country Day Graduating Classes

are offered nearly

Five Country Day Students

have been awarded

Country Day Alumni Artists

have received honors at

Country Day Scholar-Athletes

go on to play & study at

Johns Hopkins • Stanford • Princeton
the U.S. Naval Academy • MIT

Country Day Students

take more than

Country Day Seniors

receive merit scholarships to

UVA • Vanderbilt • Georgia Tech
N.C. State • Duke • UNC-Chapel Hill

Going Beyond Academics

Preparing Students for Life

At Country Day, academic rigor is balanced by community service and athletic, artistic, and extracurricular endeavors. As partners in our students' success, our goal is to shape confident, healthy, well-rounded adults who are comfortable and successful in diverse settings—individuals of honor, integrity, and purpose who are ready to make significant contributions to society.

45

Cultures

are represented at Country Day

90%

of Students

participate in athletics

19

State Championships

in the last 5 years

Country Day Fields
Baseball
Basketball
Cheerleading
Cross Country
Dance Team
Field Hockey
Football
Golf
Indoor Track
Lacrosse
Outdoor Track
Swimming
Soccer
Softball
Tennis
Volleyball
Wrestling

72

Teams

26

Sports

Country Day

OFFERS

25

After school
enrichment programs

23

Community partnerships
and ongoing service projects

200

Summer camps and programs

15

Drama productions
per year

61

Student clubs

15

International travel experiences starting in Middle School