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Our CinCinnati COuntry Day SChOOl
1 intrODuCtiOn
1 hiStOry
1 MiSSiOn
2 EnrOllMEnt
3 DiVErSity
3 CharaCtEr DEVElOPMEnt
4 DiViSiOnS/SChOOlS
6 athlEtiCS
7 COllEGE COunSElinG
8 tEChnOlOGy
8 SErViCES
8 OutrEaCh
9 aCtiVitiES
10 artS
10 EnVirOnMEnt
11 aDMiSSiOn
12 tuitiOn aSSiStanCE
13 ViSitinG
13 COntaCt uS
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Our SChOOlLocated in the beautiful suburb of Indian Hill, CCDS is 15 minutes from downtown Cincinnati. On
the 62-acre campus, you will find students and faculty enjoying the rich academic opportunities,
state-of-the-art technology, competitive athletics, and you may even see families in the
neighborhood horseback riding. We are nestled in an environment that allows many healthy
opportunities for faculty, staff, parents, alumni, and most importantly, student growth.
Our hiStOry Cincinnati Country Day School was founded in 1926 as an all boys, college preparatory school serving
young men through grade 6. In 1953, CCDS became coeducational. In 1962, the need for a middle
school was evident, and a program was established. In 1972, girls were granted admission through
grade seven on an experimental basis, and in 1974, they were admitted into every class in the school.
The computer, as an educational tool, was introduced in the spring of 1967. Today the school enrolls
more than 800 students from 56 zip codes in the Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky area.
Our MiSSiOnCincinnati Country Day School serves students in early childhood (18 months) through grade 12.
The school continues to emphasize educational excellence and character development. The school
helps each student reach his or her potential by providing a strong academic program, offering
opportunities to participate in a wide variety of activities, developing responsibility and respect for
others, embracing a diverse community, and building self-confidence and self-esteem.
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Each student leaves Cincinnati Country Day School with superior academic
preparation, having grown personally in the areas of social interaction and
self-awareness. The School prepares each student to participate responsibly
in the local and worldwide communities and to exhibit high moral
character, integrity, and respect.
Cincinnati Country Day School fulfills its mission by providing
superior faculty and staff who build on each students
uniqueness and by encouraging active participation
in a varied curriculum, rich in meaning. The School
advocates a diverse community as an educational
imperative and builds community through
opportunities for student leadership and
parental involvement. In superior learning
facilities and in a climate conducive to
intellectual, social, physical, and artistic
development, the School instills a lifelong
love of learning.
Our EnrOllMEntNumber of Students: 800 Number of faculty and staff: 110Student-to-teacher ratio: 8:1Average class size: 15
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DiVErSity FaCtS: Student Diversity
by Division:
lower School: 21%
Elementary School: 24%
Middle School: 25%
upper School: 21%
Our DiVErSityCCDS explores, respects, and celebrates diversity while
recognizing the common goals, principles, and beliefs
shared by everyone. More than 22% of the student body is
ethnically/racially diverse. The School offers various clubs and
organizations school-wide that appeal to the diverse student body
such as the Black Cultural Workshop (BCW), Asian Awareness,
Diversity Book Club, and the International Club.
Our CharaCtEr:The School helps develop the character of each student through the Code of Conduct. Within the
Lower and Elementary School grades and programs, the virtues of respect, responsibility, integrity,
courage, and compassion are taught in the classroom and modeled in the community. Throughout
the Middle and Upper Schools, students continue to mature into young adults by developing these
virtues in their daily lives and through groups such as the Honor Council and Students Helping Students.
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lOwEr SChOOl
The curriculum is designed to develop childrens knowledge and skills in these developmental areas
physical, social, emotional, and intellectual. Our primary goal is to teach children how to learn. Children
take swimming, music, and movement once a week beginning in pre-Kindergarten I/Montessori I. In
Kindergarten/Montessori Kindergarten, children begin foreign language study, library, and art.
Our DiViSiOnS:
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ElEMEntary SChOOl
The curriculum includes language arts, science, mathematics, social studies, foreign language
(French or Spanish), art, music, swimming and physical education. The program emphasizes
increased independence, collaboration, and more advanced reasoning skills. The one-to-one
laptop computer program is introduced into the grade 5 program.
ES FaCtS
Programs: Grades 3 - 5 with curriculum designed to nurture, challenge, and
engage each learner
Student-to-faculty ratio: 9:1; average class size is 16
The Elementary School was named a National Blue Ribbon School.
lS FaCtS:
Programs: 18 months, pre-Kindergarten, Montessori, Kindergarten, grades 1 2 (half-day,
full-day, multi-day, early morning, extended day, and after school programs are available)
Student-to-faculty ratio: 6:1 for younger children; 9:1 for older children
Students in grade 2 scored at the 90th percentile for reading
and the 94th percentile for mathematics on the
Stanford Achievement Test (SAT).
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MS FaCtS
Programs: Grades 6-8 with curriculum designed to meet the extraordinary wide range
of physical, social, emotional, and intellectual needs of young adolescents
Student-to-faculty ratio: 9:1; average class size is 17
The Middle School had teams compete at the local, regional, and national
levels in mathematics and economics.
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MiDDlE SChOOl
The Middle School curriculum includes English, social studies, mathematics, science, foreign language
(French or Spanish), geography, health, computer science, physical education/athletics, the arts (music,
drama, dance, and studio art), and a variety of electives. There is an interdisciplinary focus within the
Middle School which teaches students how academic subjects are related to one another.
uPPEr SChOOl
The Upper School curriculum includes English, mathematics, foreign language (French or Spanish),
history, science, health, computer science, fine arts, and physical education. Twenty-one credits in
these areas, including three electives, are required for graduation. Advanced Placement (AP)
and Honors level classes are available in every subject area.
uS FaCtS
Programs: Grades 9-12 with curriculum designed to prepare students to successfully
continue their education at the college level with an emphasis on critical thinking,
problem solving, and applying knowledge to new situations
Student-to-faculty ratio: 8:1; average class size is 14
The Upper School has a strong college counseling program with 100% attending
four-year colleges.
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Our athlEtiCSAthletics play an integral role in a students overall development and are an important
part of the educational component at CCDS. Student in grades 1 6 often compete on various
athletic teams comprised of students in the surrounding communities. Competitive athletics
begin in grade 7 and continue through grade 12. There is a no-cut policy for all programs.
Upper School students compete in 24 sports with over 50 teams in the Miami Valley Conference.
athlEtiC FaCtS:
in the past 12 years,
CCDS has accumulated
the following athletic
accolades: 64 MVC
championships, 26
Sectional Champion-
ships, 21 District
Championships, 4
regional, and 4 State
Championships
including lacrosse,
tennis, and baseball.
MiDDlE SChOOl SPOrtS (GraDES 7-8) Boys GirlsBaseball BasketballBasketball Cross CountryCross Country GymnasticsFootball LacrosseLacrosse Soccer Soccer SoftballSwimming SwimmingTennis TennisTrack TrackWrestling Volleyball
uPPEr SChOOl SPOrtS (GraDES 9-12)Boys GirlsBaseball BasketballBasketball Cross CountryCross Country GolfFootball GymnasticsGolf LacrosseLacrosse Rowing (Crew) Rowing (Crew) SoccerSoccer SoftballSwimming SwimmingTennis TennisTrack TrackWrestling Volleyball6
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7Our COllEGESHighly individualized college counseling begins as early as grade 9 and includes information nights, test
preparation, college fairs, student/parent meetings, and the senior college retreat. Over the course of the
year, students have time to meet with nearly 90 different college representatives on campus. At CCDS,
100% of our seniors attend four-year colleges and universities. Here is our most recent matriculation list:
Baldwin Wallace College (conservatory)
Ball State University (architecture)
Boston College (3)Boston University (3)Case Western Reserve (2)Chapman University (film)University of Cincinnati (4)University of Cincinnati (DAAP)Colby CollegeUniversity of Colorado, Boulder (2)Colorado CollegeDartmouth College (2)Denison UniversityFurman UniversityHamilton College (2)Hampshire CollegeHampton UniversityHarvard UniversityCollege of the Holy CrossUniversity of Illinois, Urbana-
ChampaignIndiana University
University of KentuckyKenyon CollegeKnox CollegeMarietta College (2)Massachusetts Institute of
TechnologyMiami UniversityMississippi State University
(veterinary)The University of Montana,
Missoula (4)New York University (2)Northwestern University (2)University of Notre DameOberlin CollegeThe Ohio State UniversityOhio University (2)Oxford College of Emory
University (2)University of PennsylvaniaPrinceton University Purdue University (2)Rollins CollegeSaint Louis University
(physical therapy)
University of San DiegoSanta Clara UniversitySavannah College of Art and
DesignSkidmore College (2)Spring Hill CollegeUniversity of St. Andrews
(Scotland)Stetson University (3)University of Tennessee,
KnoxvilleTufts UniversityUniversity of VermontUniversity of Virginia (4)Wake Forest University (2)Washington and Lee
University (2)Washington University
in St. LouisWheaton College Wittenberg University (2)College of WoosterWright State UniversityXavier University (3)
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8Our tEChnOlOGyCCDS is a wireless laptop community. Students are introduced
to computers in our Early Childhood program through grade 4.
In grades 5 through 12, every student receives a TabletPC. The
Microsoft/Toshiba computers have been integrated into the
curriculum at every level and are used to create, synthesize,
analyze, calculate, and communicate. In 1967, CCDS
introduced computers to the school community. Since
then, the technology program has grown into one of the
premier school computer programs in the country.
Our SErViCESCCDS offers various services designed to assist students with finding success both
academically and socially. There are supervised After School Enrichment programs
for students 18 months through grade 5.
Medical services are provided through a full-time, licensed school nurse.
Educational psychologists are employed by the School to provide support services
to faculty and students. Learning specialists are also available in each division to
work with students. These specialists work with school psychologists to identify
strategies for improved learning.
tEChnOlOGy FaCtS:
On a daily basis, more
than 700 computers are
operational on campus
awards:
Nations first laptop
computer program
Microsoft Center of
Excellence
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9Standardized tests, including the PSAT, SAT, ERB, or Stanford Achievement tests, are administered
each year for students in grades 2 through 12. These tests provide both aptitude and achievement
scores and are used to annually assess potential and performance. The Kindergarten Readiness
Test (KRT) is given to pre-Kindergarten II and Montessori II students to assess their likelihood for
success in our full-day Kindergarten program.
Our OutrEaCh Students in all divisions are involved in community service from the Lower School
Bike-A-Thon and Elementary School recycling project to the Middle School canned food drive
and Upper School Environmental Club. Upper School students provide 90 hours of service
to the community prior to graduation.
Our aCtiVitiESThere are over 50 clubs and organizations school-wide. There are numerous types of groups
for students to become involved with from academic and leadership organizations to athletic and
special interest clubs. In the Lower, Elementary, and Middle Schools, many of the clubs meet
after school. In the Upper School, there are group meeting times scheduled during the school
day. Some of our clubs and organizations include:
Archive (yearbook)Chess ClubClimbing Club Debate Club
Environmental Club Jazz BandHonor CouncilModel UN
Science OlympiadSki ClubStudent GovernmentUltimate Frisbee
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Our artSAt CCDS, a dynamic, integrated, and comprehensive arts program supports the Schools
commitment to academic quality. The engagement of Early Childhood through grade 12 students
in the fine and performing arts widens and deepens the whole-student experience that CCDS
promises. Aesthetic appreciation and creative expression are central to the development of a
students intellect and spirit and are essential components of a student-centered curriculum.
At all levels, students are exposed to the visual, performing, and literary arts. While opportunities
abound for students to experience the arts as part of our academic program, there are also
extracurricular opportunities for involvement including theatrical productions, choir, band,
yearbook, or writing for The Scroll, our student-run newspaper. In recent years, students have
been locally, regionally, and nationally recognized for their contributions to the arts.
Our EnVirOnMEntCCDS is situated on 62 wooded acres in Indian Hill. Through the Schools
Environmental Council, our entire community is involved in activities that connect
all life in local and global environments. The environmental education program
comprises a vast number of disciplines including nature study, outdoor
education, recreation education, and conservation study.
At all grade levels, students are involved in on-campus environmental
activities from gardening to recycling that bring classroom lessons to life.
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The School is also involved in numerous projects and activities off-campus with organizations such
as the Cincinnati Nature Center, Turner Farm, Greenacres, Highlands Nature Sanctuary, and Morgans
Canoe and Outdoor Centers. The environmental program at CCDS celebrates our diverse nature.
OUR ADMISSION:CCDS seeks to enroll academically qualified students who represent a variety of interests and
backgrounds. Because the school strives to maintain a diverse student body, it is interested in and
takes into account not only an applicants academic qualifications but also personal qualities and
extracurricular involvement.
The School serves students from average to exceptional ability who can contribute to and benefit
from its educational programs. Admission decisions are based upon multiple criteria including
academic readiness and qualification, maturity, affiliation with the school, diversity and gender
balance, academic recommendations, and appropriateness of the match between family and school.
Evaluation, observation, and/or testing are required for admission. The timeline for completing the
admission and tuition assistance process is as follows:
Priority Regular
Application Deadline Dec. 15 Mar. 15
PFS Filing Deadline for Tuition Aid Feb. 1 N/A
Mar. 1 Apr. 1
Mar. 15 Apr. 15*
Apr. 1 May 1
*(if funds are available)
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New students in Kindergarten/Montessori Kindergarten through grade 12 must meet the deadlines
indicated for submitting the application for admission, applying for tuition assistance, and
confirming their intent to enroll at CCDS. Early Childhood, pre-Kindergarten, and Montessori
applicants are evaluated and reviewed on a rolling basis. As many of our programs reach
enrollment capacity each year, it is important to submit the application for admission in a timely
manner. A member of the admission staff will contact the applicants family to determine the best
time to schedule an evaluation based on the availability of the family and age of the child.
Our aSSiStanCE:As part of an effort to attract outstanding individuals and broaden the diversity of the school
community, CCDS offers need-based tuition assistance to students in Kindergarten/Montessori
Kindergarten through grade 12 whose families qualify on the basis of need. Parents must submit
the Parent Financial Statement (PFS) and a copy of their most recent Federal Income Tax return,
along with all schedules. The PFS can be obtained from the Admission Office or at www.nais.org/
financialaid/sss. Families applying for need-based tuition assistance must submit all forms by the
dates indicated on the prior page.
Merit-based assistance is awarded to prospective students in grades 6 through 12 on the basis of
academic ability as demonstrated in the prior academic record, school activities, and performance
on a standardized test. First priority for merit-based awards is given to new students entering
grade 9. Students interested in merit-based assistance must submit a complete application for
admission along with standardized test scores by March 15. Awards are made on a rolling basis
beginning in late-March.
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Our COMMitMEnt:We invite you to learn more about CCDS by visiting the school, meeting teachers,
and observing classes. To understand what makes CCDS unique, it is essential to observe students and faculty interacting in a classroom setting. Open houses are scheduled
throughout the year in both the fall and spring to give families the opportunity to gather information, meet members of the school community, and take a tour. Individual appointments can also be scheduled during the week from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
For additional information or to schedule a visit, please contact us at:
wE arE COMMittED tO
PrOViDinG yOur ChilD with
an EXCEPtiOnal inDEPEnDEnt SChOOl
EDuCatiOn, anD wE lOOK FOrwarD tO
haVinG yOur FaMily aS Part OF oUR FaMily.
Cincinnati Country Day SchoolAdmission Office6905 Given road
Cincinnati, Oh 45243-2898(513)979-0220
(513)527-7614 (f)[email protected]
www.countryday.net
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Aaron B. KellenbergerDirector of Admission
513-979-0221fax 513-527-7613
[email protected] Given Road Cincinnati, OH 45243-2898 www.countryday.net
6905 Given road
Cincinnati, Oh 45243-2898
(513)979-0220
(513)527-7614 (f)
www.countryday.net
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