How do student-athletes thrive at Country Day?

Participation in athletics starts in 5th grade, and a dynamic physical education program begins in kindergarten. 80% of students participate on athletic teams, and many play more than one sport — sometimes in the same season. We offer the most comprehensive range of athletic offerings for a small school in the CIF Sac-Joaquin Section of over 200 schools, and our coaching staff is exceptional, with most having played in college and some professionally.

What are some recent notable accomplishments?

Country Day recently earned CIF Section titles in boys' soccer, girls' swimming, and boys' golf, and individual CIF Section Championships in cross-country and tennis, in addition to four CIF State titles in girls' swimming. League championships include girls' volleyball, boys' soccer, co-ed tennis, and boys' skiing. Across all size schools, we have the most awards for Academic Team Sac-Joaquin Section Championships, with recent State Championships in track and field.

How do you respond to students who question attending a relatively small school?

Students enjoy meaningful participation in academic, social, and athletic programs of outstanding breadth and depth. Recent graduates have gone on to play at Harvard, Stanford, Cornell, Brown, Yale, Indiana, Harvey Mudd, Pitzer College, and Linfield University. Faculty and staff collaborate to create a flexible environment where beginning-level athletes experience growth and enjoyment, and highly talented competitors enjoy recognition as a Country Day Cavalier while also playing for local clubs. This supportive environment fosters personal development and exceptionally well-rounded student-athletes.