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 meet you and welcome you to our campus and community! Please complete our inquiry form or contact the Admissions Office at (704) 943-4530 or e-mail.

Investing in the Future

As you will learn through the admissions process, families find great value in the Country Day educational experience. Learn more about financial aid and affording the best in education.

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.

Make a Gift

We are grateful to those who support Country Day at every level. There are a variety of ways to make a gift to Country Day.

Country Day Fund

Rising to the Forefront

The exceptional experience of a Country Day education is only possible thanks to the significant funding provided by the endowment and the Country Day Fund, our annual giving program. The Country Day Fund is our top giving priority because it directly impacts our greatest assets—our students and our teachers.

All gifts to the Country Day Fund during the 2019–20 school year counted toward the campaign total and will helped us reach our $54 million Forefront Campaign goal, including $11 million towards the Country Day Fund.

The Impact of Your Gift

The Country Day Fund supports 5% of the school's operating budget and impacts every student, every day.
Your gift ensures small class sizes, individualized attention for students, financial aid that fosters community, and professional development for our talented and dedicated faculty and staff.
Annual giving enables us to support the operations of our enhanced facilities.

“Watching students putting these incredible facilities to use, and knowing that our contributions have a direct impact on the outstanding program and people housed within them, makes this one of the most rewarding efforts we have ever been a part of. We are honored to rise to the forefront through our commitment to the Country Day Fund in this extraordinary year.”

Parker Shuford, parent of Hal '26 and Pope '24, and Country Day Fund Co-Chair