Philosophy

The purpose of Loudoun Country Day School is to educate and develop each student academically, physically, artistically, socially, and emotionally. We believe that education begins in infancy and continues throughout life, and we are privileged to carry on the process begun in the home during the years when an individual's potential for learning is at its highest. Our goal is to discover that potential and develop it to its fullest through an excellent student-teacher ratio, attention to individual needs, pedagogy that varies according to instructional objectives, and an atmosphere of respect and love.

Our academic program emphasizes the development of strong basic skills in communication (reading, writing, speaking, listening), reasoning (mathematics, science, computers), culture (history, art, music, drama), and foreign languages. We strive to develop our students' abilities and disposition to think creatively and critically as they learn.

The physical development of our students completes their educational program at Loudoun Country Day School. We are proud of our physical education program, particularly our emphasis on skill development, teamwork, sportsmanship and the importance of exercise in leading a healthy, productive life.

The major academic strength of the school resides in the faculty. They are chosen for professional ability, personal integrity, dedication, and capacity for promoting a nurturing environment. They lead by example as well as words, and they emphasize the importance of mutual respect and individual worth.

We expect Loudoun Country Day School students to develop into principled individuals, who respect and enjoy learning, and seek to acquire skills necessary for those higher pursuits while demonstrating care and concern for others.

Mission Statement

Loudoun Country Day School, an accredited, independent, coeducational school, educates students in prekindergarten through eighth grade. We cultivate the intellectual, social, emotional, and physical growth of each child. We pride ourselves on our rigorous core curriculum, nurturing environment, and extensive programs in foreign languages, arts, computers, and athletics. LCDS inspires excellence and builds character, preparing each child for the challenges ahead.

Vision Statement

Loudoun Country Day School will fulfill its mission and continue to strive to:

Develop LCDS as a premier place of education in Northern Virginia and the school of choice for students as well as parents and,

Obtain the human, material, and financial resources to achieve and sustain the mission and vision.

Statement of Objectives

To attract students of average to above average abilities;

To promote the intellectual, artistic, social, emotional, and physical development of the child;

To provide a safe and nurturing environment, and promote a sense of community;

To provide well-qualified and dedicated teachers who inspire a joy of learning for its own sake;

To provide a rigorous core curriculum;

To provide excellent programs in foreign languages, computers, art, music, and athletics;

To enable each student to reach his or her potential through small class sizes and attention to individual needs; and

To cultivate in each child self-esteem, a sense of moral responsibility, a love of learning, and a passion for excellence.