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

child on playground

September 6, 2018

The Importance of Play

James River Announces

New Parent Portal for 2018-2019

child playing on playground

Play

Essential for Learning

Tornado clean up on Peakland Place

April 19, 2018

In the aftermath of a tornado, a community comes together.

March 29, 2019

What knowledge, skills, and outcomes do we want for our students to help them lead happy, productive lives?

March 22, 2018

Raising Active Citizens

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March 15, 2018

Young Poets in Science

Rendering of proposed athletic field

March 8, 2018 - Announcing Cardinals Fly!

Our students deserve facilities that meet their needs now and in the future.

March 1, 2018

Hall of States - Integrating art, music, research, and public speaking through the study of geography and history.

February 22, 2018 - The Importance of Plays

Beyond being cute, our grade level plays serve several greater purposes.

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