About
About

Learn more about James River Day School, our mission, and our educational philosophy. Our school, our faculty and staff, our Board, and our community are dedicated to constantly and consistently building a school program where we cherish and challenge our students in an environment of academic excellence.
Admissions
Admissions

Learn more about the difference James River will make in your child's education. Visit these pages and make arrangements to visit the school; there's no better way to see for yourself the impact of a James River education.
Programs
Programs

The advantages of the K-8 model provide an incomparable foundation for learners and the entirety of our programming is built around a single question -- "What is best for the child?" Children flourish at James River because they are supported as students and as persons. They are given the tools for lifelong learning and the tools of good character to function well in society, leaving it better than they found it.
Giving
Giving

James River Day School has relied on the support of our community since its founding. Partnerships with parents, grandparents, trustees, faculty and staff, alumni families, alumni, friends, and corporations have made it possible to provide our students with an unparalleled educational experience. Gifts to the Cardinal Annual Fund provide valuable operating support for all our programs.
Community
Community

James River Day School is a vital community of lifelong learners of all ages. Parents, students, alumni, and alumni families can find lots of information in this section.
Careers

James River Day School Home

Curiosity moves us forward.

Our Mission

James River Day School cultivates intellectual curiosity

and strength of character in a joyful community.

Mr Gerdy talking with students about service leadership.

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A Busy September!

September 26, 2024

Students help Mr. Stanley put together a lamp for a teacher at James River Day School.

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Kindness is Contagious

September 19, 2024

fourth graders in class at James River Day School

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It's Getting Busier

September 5, 2024

A fourth-grade Safety Patrol member gives a thumbs-up recently at James River Day School.

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Settling In

August 29, 2024

Upcoming Events

Oct 9

6th Grade WAEL Trip

Oct 10

6th Grade WAEL Trip

Oct 10

4th-Grade One Miler

Time: 10:30 AM – 11 AM

Location: Athletic Field

Oct 11

Professional Day - No Classes

Oct 14

No School - Columbus Day/Indigenous Peoples Day

Oct 23

Fall Conferences - No Classes

Oct 24

2nd- & 3rd-Grade Music Program

Time: 6 PM – 6:30 PM

Oct 31

Halloween Parade & Carnival

Nov 7

Kindergarten Open House for Incoming Families

Time: 9:30 AM – 11:30 AM

Location: Taylor Media Center, James River Day School

Nov 8

Trimester 1 Ends

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About Us

7:1 Student Teacher Ratio
Spanish instruction: K through 8
100% of students have public-speaking experience
Over $350,000 in tuition assistance given each year
Art, music, & P.E. are part of the core curriculum
Community service & leadership opportunities at every grade level
60-70 minutes of recess each day in K-4