The Best Chance for your Student
Wakefield Country Day School strives to give your student the best chance to attain their American Dream. By fully integrating them into our school and community, we offer your student a real opportunity to reach their goal and achieve their best. Out faculty includes some of the most prestigious names in the Washington, D.C. area. With these strategic partnerships comes the chance to foster immense opportunity and develop relationships that will last a lifetime.
During Wakefield’s existence, it has been home to students from Europe, Asia, and Africa, including countries such as Spain, France, Venezuela, Turkey, Mexico, Benin, Japan, Egypt, Korea, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, China, Haiti, Guatemala, India, Taiwan, the Netherlands, and Russia. Our Upper School is designed to systematically prepare students for college entry. Virtually 100% of our graduates go on to some of the finest colleges and universities in the nation. Wakefield students consistently rank well above the national average in SAT, ACT, and TOEFL scores.
ACADEMICS
Our students achieve the highest honors and are accepted into the best schools in the country with an average SAT score of 1320. Recent acceptances include: Boston College, College of William & Mary, Cornell University, Dartmouth, Duke University, George Washington University, Johns Hopkins, Penn State, Princeton, UC Davis, UNC, USC, UVA, Vassar, Wake Forest University, and Yale University.
STUDENT LIFE
From the Homecoming Dance to trips to New York City, London and beyond, students at WCDS enjoy a rich experience from the moment they step foot through our doors. Weekend excursions to shopping and dining destinations and the annual all-expense paid Winter Break Ski Trip are just a few of our exciting activities.
ATHLETICS
WCDS fields eight varsity teams: Men's Soccer, Women's Volleyball, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Cross Country, Women's Soccer, Alpine Skiing, and Men's Lacrosse. Our teams are competitive while still allowing each student the opportunity to learn life-long skills like team dynamics and physical well-being.
The Best Chance for your Student
Wakefield Country Day School strives to give your student the best chance to attain their American Dream. By fully integrating them into our school and community, we offer your student a real opportunity to reach their goal and achieve their best. Our faculty includes some of the most prestigious names in the Washington, D.C. area. With these strategic partnerships comes the chance to foster immense opportunity and develop relationships that will last a lifetime.
During Wakefield’s existence, it has been home to students from Europe, Asia, and Africa, including countries such as Spain, France, Venezuela, Turkey, Mexico, Benin, Japan, Egypt, Korea, Belgium, Germany, Ireland, China, Haiti, Guatemala, India, Taiwan, the Netherlands, and Russia. Our Upper School is designed to systematically prepare students for college entry. Virtually 100% of our graduates go on to some of the finest colleges and universities in the nation. Wakefield students consistently rank well above the national average in SAT, ACT, and TOEFL scores.
ACADEMICS
Our students achieve the highest honors and are accepted into the best schools in the country with an average SAT score of 1320. Recent acceptances include: Boston College, College of William & Mary, Cornell University, Dartmouth, Duke University, George Washington University, Johns Hopkins, Penn State, Princeton, UC Davis, UNC, USC, UVA, Vassar, Wake Forest University, and Yale University.
STUDENT LIFE
From the Homecoming Dance to trips to New York City, London and beyond, students at WCDS enjoy a rich experience from the moment they step foot through our doors. Weekend excursions to shopping and dining destinations and the annual all-expense paid Winter Break Ski Trip are just a few of our exciting activities.
ATHLETICS
WCDS fields eight varsity teams: Men's' Soccer, Women's Volleyball, Men's Basketball, Women's Basketball, Men's and Women's Cross Country, Women's Soccer, Alpine Skiing, and Men's Lacrosse. Our teams are competitive while still allowing each student the opportunity to learn life-long skills like team dynamics and physical well-being.
Home Away from Home
Living with a host family in a boarding home or a private home allows for students to perfect their English language skills and learn the nuances of American life. Delicious home-cooked meals, help with homework, and exciting weekend excursions await.
BY THE NUMBERS
Tuition & Board $49,500
SAT Average 1330
ACT Average 30
TOEFL Average 90
AP Courses Offered 12
Varsity Sports 9
Teacher/Student Ratio 10:1
Unbroken record 100% 4-Year College Acceptance
Home Away from Home
Living with a host family in a boarding home or a private home allows for students to perfect their English language skills and learn the nuances of American life. Delicious home-cooked meals, help with homework, and exciting weekend excursions await.
AP COURSES
AP Language
AP US History
AP US Government
AP Comparative Government
AP Modern European History
AP Calculus AB
AP Calculus BC
AP Physics
AP Environmental Science
AP Literature
AP Spanish
ELECTIVES
Studio Art
Computer Engineering
American Sign Language
Art History
Journalism & Film
Finance
The Wakefield Diploma is only offered to students who study at WCDS during their junior and senior years.
4 Credits of English ~ Literature, Composition, Vocabulary, Grammar
4 Credits of Mathematics ~ Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus or Statistics
3 Credits of Science ~ Biology, Chemistry, Physics or another science elective
3 Credits of History ~ World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government
2 Credits of Foreign Language ~ French, Spanish, Latin, or Latin/Greek Roots
1 Credit of Fine Arts ~ Music, Art, and/or Drama
3 Credit of Electives ~ Yearly offerings will vary
2 Credits of Physical Education ~ Credits may be earned by playing or managing a sports team, ½ credit per sport, up to 1 credit a year.
1 Credit of Public Speaking including presentation during Assembly
The Wakefield Diploma is only offered to students who study at WCDS during their junior and senior years.
4 Credits of English ~ Literature, Composition, Vocabulary, Grammar
4 Credits of Mathematics ~ Algebra I, Geometry, Algebra II, Pre-Calculus, Calculus or Statistics
3 Credits of Science ~ Biology, Chemistry, Physics or another science elective
3 Credits of History ~ World History, U.S. History, U.S. Government
2 Credits of Foreign Language ~ French, Spanish, Latin, or Latin/Greek Roots
1 Credit of Fine Arts ~ Music, Art, and/or Drama
3 Credit of Electives ~ Yearly offerings will vary
2 Credits of Physical Education ~ Credits may be earned by playing or managing a sports team, ½ credit per sport, up to 1 credit a year.
1 Credit of Public Speaking including presentation during Assembly
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1) Tuition & Boarding for International
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2) International Inquiry Form
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