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.
Summer at JRDS
- 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.

HEADLINES

February 20, 2025, JRDS will be CLOSED

due to icy road conditions and the prediction of additional snow.

Due to Inclement Weather

James River Day School will be closed on Wednesday, January 19, 2025.

Two-Hour Delay

James River Day School will be open on Thursday, February 13, 2025, on a two-hour delay schedule.

Due to Inclement Weather

James River Day School will be closed Wednesday, January 12, 2025.

Predicted inclement conditions are keeping James River Day School cardinals home on Tuesday, February 11.

James River Day School will be CLOSED on Tuesday, February 11, 2025

due to predicted inclement conditions.

Young friends at James River Day School enjoying the cold weather.

Happy New Year and Other Things

January 13, 2025

These James River Day School students are ready for the holidays

Wishing You the Happiest of Holidays!

December 19, 2024

Scenes from the Wrap-In at James River Day School

Taking Care in All We Do

December 12, 2024

Students and families receiving their Thankful Hearts meals at James River Day School.

With Thanksgiving

November 21, 2024

James River Day School student cuddles with a puppy at a recent community service event.

Upcoming Community Service Opportunities

November 14, 2024

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