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GDS is a school where students love to learn, and learn to change the world. Georgetown Day School is a coed, preK-12, non-sectarian independent school in Washington, DC with small class sizes and a diverse school community.
Our comprehensive, innovative curriculum includes hands-on learning, honors and Upper Level classes, as well as advanced-level math and STEM courses.
An education is not just college prep and SAT scores. GDS teachers focus on providing the best education for each child, from elementary grades through high school.
The school performing arts program includes theater, dance, and music.
The athletics program offers competitive sports for student athletes, including cross-country, track, soccer, lacrosse, and crew/rowing.
With our strong commitment to financial aid, an independent school tuition is affordable.
Club or Organization: Asian Club, Augur Bit student newspaper, Black Student Union, Boys Leading Boys, Chorus, Community Service, Debate Team, Environmental Club, Feminist Reading Group, Future Entrepreneurs, Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA), Improv Club, It's Academic!, Literary Magazine, Math Team, More than 100 clubs at the High School, Quiz Bowl, Robotics, Student Ambassadors, Student Government, Students of Color, Yearbook
Arts and Music Programs: A Cappella, Jazz Ensemble, One Act Play, Theater Production
School Notes
Georgetown Day School honors the integrity and worth of each
individual within a diverse school community. GDS is dedicated to
providing a supportive educational atmosphere in which teachers
challenge the intellectual, creative, and physical abilities of our
students and foster strength of character and concern for others.
From the earliest grades, we encourage our students to wonder, to
inquire, and to be self-reliant, laying the foundation for a
lifelong love of learning.
A GDS Student Will ...
Build networks and collaborate across difference
Innovate and create
Take risks, tolerate failure, and learn from failure
What schools are Georgetown Day School often compared to?
Georgetown Day Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sidwell Friends School by visitors of our site.
Does Georgetown Day School offer a summer program?
Yes, Georgetown Day School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.
What sports does Georgetown Day School offer?
Georgetown Day School offers 19 interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Dance, Golf, Lacrosse, Rock Climbing, Sailing, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track and Field, Ultimate Frisbee, Volleyball, Weightlifting, Winter Track and Wrestling. Georgetown Day School is ranked as one of the top 20% of private schools in District Of Columbia for most sports offered.
When is the application deadline for Georgetown Day School?
The application deadline for Georgetown Day School is Jan. 8.
In what neighborhood is Georgetown Day School located?
Georgetown Day School is located in the Northwest Washington neighborhood of Washington, DC. There are 60 other private schools located in Northwest Washington.
Grades: PK-8 | 314 students3.3 miles 1640 Kalmia Road NW Washington, DC 20012 (202) 577-2000
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School Reviews
5.00 out of 5(2 reviews)
55/2/2018
GDS is a wonderful, diverse, and nurturing school that fosters learning, relationships, respect, dedication, questioning, analysis, and all types of beneficial student participation. I don't understand what the prior reviewer's criticism about "working at a real job" has to do with a review of a pre-K through 12 educational institution.
- Posted by Parent - Nancy
511/5/2014
Perfect for hot house little flowers who wish to perpetuate the inequities of life in America. Entitlement, expectation...most would benefit from working at a real job.
- Posted by Parent - john
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