Affording James River Day School

James River Day School is proud of its superb educational program for children in grades K-8. We are also fully aware that an independent school education is a major financial investment, and we are committed to providing this opportunity to students from all across the Lynchburg area. We firmly believe that an exceptional education for your child is an Invaluable commitment to their future. A James River education brings significant returns on your investment throughout your child’s life.

Tuition & Fees (click arrow at right)

An independent school education is an investment in the future. James River's educational programming is strongly supported through tuition dollars and generous donations (which are tax-deductible). To preserve the quality of our offerings, tuition costs have been set by our board as outlined below.

Application Fee: A $75 non-refundable application fee is due with each student's application.

Registration Fee: A $500 non-refundable registration fee is due with each student's contract. This fee will be applied to that student's tuition.

Tuition Schedule for 2025-2026
Lower School (K-4): $15,920
Middle School (5-8): $16,520

Fee Schedule for 2025-2026
Buildings and Grounds Fee: $300
Book and Supply Fee: $200

Incidentals

Additional fees may apply throughout the year for incidental expenses on a student-by-student basis. Some examples include field trip fees, instrument rentals, PE t-shirts, yearbooks, etc.

FACTS Fees
FACTS assesses various fees related to the payment method selected and for returned items. These are paid directly to FACTS by Parents.

Returned Checks

There is a $50 charge for each returned check or dishonored payment.

Late Payments

The School reserves the right to charge a 1.5% monthly fee on invoices more than 30 days past due.

Optional Fees

Bus Transportation to the Bedford/Forest Area

Fees are based on one-way or round-trip payable by semester. Contact Sarah Lesko for more information ([email protected]).

The Children's Center

Afternoon Care (3:00 - 5:30 p.m.)

Fees are payable monthly. Contact Tatum Laing for additional information ([email protected]).

Tuition Payment Plans (click arrow at right)

Parents may choose from one of the following three payment plans - if special changes are needed the business office must be contacted when the enrollment is submitted.

Plan A: One-time payment of full Tuition and $500 in Fees owed in full due on or before June 13, 2025.
Plan B: Two installment payments, the first payment representing 60% of Tuition, $500 in Fees, and 60% of the Plan B service fee (2% of Tuition) due on or before June 13, 2025, and the second payment representing 40% of Tuition and 40% of the Plan B service fee due on or before January 15, 2026.
Plan C: Ten consecutive, monthly installment payments, each payment due on or before the 15th day of each month beginning June 13, 2025. The first payment includes 10% of Tuition, $500 in Fees, and 10% of the Plan C service fee (5% of Tuition). Each of the nine subsequent payments includes 10% of Tuition and 10% of the Plan C service fee.

James River Day School is committed to maintaining a socioeconomically diverse student body and does not want finances to hinder qualified students from applying. We encourage families to apply for admission even if they have questions about their ability to afford full tuition. For families demonstrating need, James River Day School is proud to provide financial assistance to over 21% of currently enrolled families.

James River Day School’s educational programming is supported by tuition dollars and generous donations.

Our Tuition Assistance Program helps bridge the gap between a family’s resources and the total cost of education by reducing a family's contribution through a tuition assistance grant based on demonstrated need. Grants are awarded to families with a variety of household incomes. Tuition assistance applications are confidential.

Tuition Assistance Application Process (click arrow at right)