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James River Day School
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    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.
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    • Why James River?
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    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.
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    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.
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    • Why Give?
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    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.
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    • Eighth-Grade Information

    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.
  • Summer at JRDS
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    • Summer Enrichments
    • Summer Day Camp

    Summer at JRDS

    James River Day School offers many options for summer 2025 that your child is sure to enjoy: week-long camps, our 8-week day camp, and more.
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Visitation Day 2024

JR the Cardinal with students at James River Day School
Please sign up for one 20-minute slot per enrolled child.
https://jrds.school/apps/form/2024-visitation-day-signup
James River Day School
5039 Boonsboro Rd.
Lynchburg, VA 24503
Phone: (434) 384-7385
Fax: (434) 384-5937
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