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 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.

Alumni

At James River Day School, we value all of the friendships that have been made here throughout the years. We welcome our alumni back to campus for a visit or to support one of our many programs. We would love to see you again!

To keep "up-to-the-minute" on the latest happenings at James River and recent alumni news, go to our Facebook page or Instagram feed. If you "like" James River Day School and "follow" us, you'll automatically receive our latest posts.

Whether you are updating your contact information or sharing news of a recent accomplishment or life event, we love hearing from our alumni! Simply complete the online Alumni Update Form below and click submit.

Alumni Update Form

We can’t quite believe that our Class of 2025 students are now alumni! It seems like just yesterday they were beginning their time at JRDS. In May, they walked across the stage at the Academy Center of the Arts to receive their diplomas, and we are confident that they will continue to create boldly, question thoughtfully, lead empathetically, grow courageously, and act responsibly as they move on to the next stage. We wish them all the best as they begin their high school careers at the following schools: Baylor School, Blair Academy, E.C. Glass, Jefferson Forest, New Covenant, Ridgefield High School, and Virginia Episcopal School.

James River Day School Class of 2025

The James River Day School Class of 2025 celebrates their graduation.