Why Choose PCDS?

Small Classes

Attention to individual learning styles and ongoing assessments of progress

Highly Educated Faculty

Teachers trained in the arts, sciences, languages, and technology, 60% with advanced degrees

Discovery Of Individual Student Talents

Fine arts, clubs, athletics, community service, and leadership opportunities

A Place Where It’s Cool To Be Smart

Community of learners that welcomes and challenges intellectual students

Developmental Curriculum

Counselor-led education promotes interpersonal and problem-solving skills and teaches students to make healthy choices.

Emphasis On Communication Skills

Presentations and performances build confidence. Public-speaking requirement

Individual Advisors In Grades 5-12

Self-assurance and advocacy emerge through caring faculty and community.

Integrated Technology

Students learn to use a variety of programs and to find authoritative research online.

Comprehensive Foreign Language Program

Latin, French, Spanish (pre-k through 12), and Mandarin Chinese

Competitive Interscholastic Sports

54 teams for grades 5-12, backed by a strong P.E. curriculum

Dynamic Class Trips, Guest Speakers & Authors

Local and overnight trips and special guests enhance curriculum.

Global Perspective

Exposure to world cultures through travel, service learning, student exchanges, and international
faculty creates informed and caring global citizens.

AP Courses Give Graduates a Head Start

90% score 3 or better on AP tests.

Individual College Advising & Recommendations

100% college matriculation, 80% out of state

One Of The Best Schools In The U.S.

PCDS belongs to a 300-year tradition of independent schools and is a member of NAIS. Benchmark measurements put PCDS at the top among similar schools across the country.

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