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Carolina Day School

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About
Our Mission & Core Beliefs
Our mission is to inspire students to become innovative thinkers who communicate with intelligence and clarity, create with vision and purpose, and act with courage and compassion to confidently make a meaningful difference in the world.
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Admission
Get to know us!
Carolina Day offers a variety of ways to help parents make the important decision of where and how to educate their children. One of the best ways is to visit.
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Academics
Our Vision of Education
Serving grades PK3–12, Carolina Day School is a leader in educational innovation and a model of excellence for western North Carolina and beyond. Our experienced, highly skilled, compassionate educators know their students and engage them deeply in the process of learning. This allows our students to master skills, develop intellectual confidence, and approach problems with creativity and critical thinking. Learn more.
Key School at Carolina Day offers a unique educational approach for bright children with dyslexia in grades 2–8. Learn more.
Arts
Delving Deeply into Creativity
Our vibrant arts program enriches our learning environment as it encourages students to become open-minded critics, to appreciate alternative forms of self-expression, and to articulate ideas in a variety of creative ways.
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Athletics
Athletics at Carolina Day

It is the goal of the Athletic Department to create an experience and environment for our student-athletes that mirrors what our faculty creates in the classroom—one which encourages engagement, growth, reflection and pushes boundaries.
- Teams and Game Calendar
- 2025-26 Athletic & Clinic Offerings
School Life
What it Means to be Part of the CDS Community
“I knew that my children would be nurtured at Carolina Day. What I didn't expect was how much I would be shaped and transformed by this wonderful learning community. Every event, open house, and parent's meeting has left me with a brighter outlook on life and feeling more hopeful for our world.” —CDS parent
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Outreach
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Each division at CDS provides an unparalleled educational experience. That just wouldn't be possible without the support of our community. Thank you for joining us in prioritizing excellence in education.

Calendar of School Closures

Need to know when Carolina Day School is closed? Refer to the calendar below or sync this to your personal calendar.

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January 2026

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Sunday, December 28

Monday, December 29

Winter Break (Campus Closed)

All Day

Tuesday, December 30

Winter Break (Campus Closed)

All Day

Wednesday, December 31

Winter Break (Campus Closed)

All Day

Thursday, January 1

Winter Break (Campus Closed)

All Day

Friday, January 2

Winter Break (Campus Closed)

All Day

Saturday, January 3

Sunday, January 4

Monday, January 5

No School (Professional Workday)

All Day

Tuesday, January 6

Classes Resume

All Day

Wednesday, January 7

Thursday, January 8

Friday, January 9

Saturday, January 10

Sunday, January 11

Monday, January 12

Tuesday, January 13

Wednesday, January 14

Thursday, January 15

Friday, January 16

Saturday, January 17

Sunday, January 18

Monday, January 19

Tuesday, January 20

Wednesday, January 21

Thursday, January 22

Friday, January 23

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Sunday, January 25

Monday, January 26

Tuesday, January 27

Wednesday, January 28

Thursday, January 29

Friday, January 30

Saturday, January 31