Dedham Country Day School

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Dedham Country Day School Independent Day School, Pre-Kindergarten – Grade 8 At Dedham Country Day School, balance matters—in learning and life.

Academic challenge is combined with support, and strong scholastics are paired with outstanding arts and athletics to create a program that is balanced and whole. DCD places a premium on both academic and emotional intelligence. Children learn who they are as individuals and how to be part of something bigger. Acceptance is a given, and children find encouragement in every connection they make. It’s a community that nurtures, nudges, and gives. That's how children grow "whole"—and into adults who will thrive with the intellectual and emotional capacity to enjoy meaningful lives. Visit DCD’s 17-acre campus and you’ll get an immediate sense of how children learn to think creatively and critically. From Pre-Kindergarten to Grade 8, you’ll witness students tackling hands-on projects, collaborating, taking risks, solving problems—and, most of all, experiencing joy in learning.

🌟🎭 LIGHTS, THEATER, ACTION! 🎭The stage is set, and the excitement is through the roof! Our fourth graders took the stage...
10/16/2026

🌟🎭 LIGHTS, THEATER, ACTION! 🎭
The stage is set, and the excitement is through the roof! Our fourth graders took the stage in our brand-new theater for their very first play practice this morning, and they couldn’t be more thrilled! With our beautiful new space officially complete, we can’t wait to see the magic our talented performers bring to the stage. 🌟 The countdown to the Grade 4 class play is ON! 🎬👏

What a showstopping evening! The curtain rose on our Annual Meeting last night, and we celebrated "Taking the Stage Toge...
10/16/2026

What a showstopping evening! The curtain rose on our Annual Meeting last night, and we celebrated "Taking the Stage Together" in our new theater!
Thank you to everyone who joined us in the spotlight for this special event, and a standing ovation for all who helped bring this beautiful space to life, including our parents, community members, faculty, and staff. We are so grateful for the starring role you play in making our DCD community so special!

Is your child ready to go deeper in ELA or Math? Digital Country Day’s Enrichment Courses for Grades 3–8 offer high-leve...
10/15/2026

Is your child ready to go deeper in ELA or Math? Digital Country Day’s Enrichment Courses for Grades 3–8 offer high-level literature analysis, essay craft, and exploration-first math problem-solving.

➡️ Capped at just 4 to 6 students per section
➡️ Taught live via Zoom once a week for 50 minutes
➡️ Between-session assignments with direct teacher notes and final written commentary

Help your child stretch their thinking outside the standard school day! Courses start Nov. 1, so enroll today! ⬇️
https://bit.ly/4hYJ8Xm

Last week, Ms. Kaelin’s Grade 3 Science class became a buzzing, fluttering, wing-flapping wonderland as students stepped...
10/13/2026

Last week, Ms. Kaelin’s Grade 3 Science class became a buzzing, fluttering, wing-flapping wonderland as students stepped into the shoes of pollinators for a hands-on science adventure! The fun began by making handmade “pollinators”, and then our young scientists flew from flower to flower, gathering and spreading “pollen”—a mix of cornmeal and coffee grounds—to simulate how real pollinators help plants grow. Each student received their own cup of pollen and discovered firsthand that pollen varies in size and texture. As they visited each flower, they observed how pollen sticks and transfers, and they learned how bees use special “pollen baskets” to hold the pollen and carry it back to their nests!

🎉 Congratulations to our 26–27 Grade 8 Student Ambassadors! Our Student Ambassadors are leaders in action, proudly repre...
10/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 26–27 Grade 8 Student Ambassadors!
Our Student Ambassadors are leaders in action, proudly representing our school and sharing their personal DCD journeys with visiting families and prospective students on campus tours. Selected through a thoughtful process that includes individual interviews and collaborative work to establish shared values, these students embrace the responsibility and honor of being school ambassadors. Beyond their tour duties, they look for creative ways to strengthen connections across our community, bringing our Lower and Middle School students closer together. We’re so proud of these student leaders and the positive impact they make! 🎉

Elsa, Riya, Annie, Peyton, Scarlett, Penny, Layla, Sage, Ben, Grayson, Jayden, and Dylan!

10/09/2026

🎤✨Oliver ’29 brought the house down this morning with a stellar rendition of Frank Ocean's “Pink + White,” accompanied by Music Teacher and Choral Director Mr. Vélez! ✨ Way to go, Oliver! 👏

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Middle School Student Council! 🎉Our student leaders have an exciting year ahead, taki...
10/09/2026

🎉 Congratulations to our 2026–2027 Middle School Student Council! 🎉

Our student leaders have an exciting year ahead, taking on leadership roles and helping shape the Middle School experience for their peers! From planning MS dances and spirit weeks to organizing the Spring Afternoon Activity, Capture the Flag! 🚩, they’ll have plenty of opportunities to share ideas, take initiative, and bring our community together. Here’s to a fantastic year of leadership, school spirit, and fun! 🙌 Help us to celebrate our MS Student Council!

Grade 8 Leaders:
Alex, Quinn, Henry, Abigail

Grade 7:
Lena, Vivian, Mac, and Mia

Grade 6:
Oliver, Declan, Surina, Whitney

We had a very special guest on campus this week: Hank, a therapy dog, who belongs to the family of third grader Mimi! Ha...
10/08/2026

We had a very special guest on campus this week: Hank, a therapy dog, who belongs to the family of third grader Mimi! Hank kicked off his visit with our Kindergarteners, who got to ask his handler and current DCD parent, Lisa M. thoughtful questions before giving him lots of gentle pets. He then trotted over to the Middle School to visit Señora Andrade-de León's advisory group, showing off some impressive tricks and getting showered with love and treats!

Earlier this week, DCD’s 8th Grade History classes visited the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate for a han...
10/08/2026

Earlier this week, DCD’s 8th Grade History classes visited the Edward M. Kennedy Institute for the U.S. Senate for a hands-on Senate Immersion experience! Students stepped into the roles of U.S. Senators, examining election reform and taking part in the legislative process as they worked to pass a reform bill. They examined important legislative issues, practiced effective lawmaking, and learned the value of productive civic dialogue.

Our first fall Classroom Observation is just around the corner, and we're excited to welcome new families to campus for ...
10/07/2026

Our first fall Classroom Observation is just around the corner, and we're excited to welcome new families to campus for DCD’s version of an Open House on Friday, Oct. 16, from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Come see a typical school day in action, meet our teachers, administrators, and current parents, and hear directly from our student panel. Reserve your spot! https://www.ravenna-hub.com/schools/261

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90 Sandy Valley Road
Dedham, MA
02026

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 12:30pm

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+17813290850

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