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Admission to Miami Country Day School
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Admission > Unique Minds
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Unique minds
require unique possibilities
Our invigorating learning community will give your child an education unlike any other. We inspire your child to develop their intellectual, physical, aesthetic, social, emotional and spiritual potential by valuing every student, every day, everywhere.
Your child will gain experience across academics, athletics, arts and more to encourage their curiosity and we provide them with cutting edge resources to develop their skills fully in multiple subjects.
Since 1938, we have provided whole child education. We invite you and your child to join us in building a better future.
Small class sizes and dedicated teachers
Parental involvement and partnership
An environment that is safe and builds community
Resources abound for every interest and skill
Thoughtful development for today’s and tomorrow’s world
An enriched academic program
Numerous extracurricular opportunities
Shared educational philosophy
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MCDS at a Glance
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Established
in 1938 -
22 acres
in the heart of Miami -
PK3 through 12th grade
on one campus -
$6,000,000+
of tuition assistance -
32,540
school-wide community service hours in one year -
19
languages spoken by students
from 26 countries -
9:1
student-teacher ratio
Opportunities Unlocked at Miami Country Day School
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Applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now available.
Important Admission Dates
Building a Vibrant Community
While Valuing Individuality
Nurturing Students…
An essential element of our education at MCDS is our dedication to educating the whole child: developing their intellectual, physical, aesthetic, social, emotional and spiritual potential. Our focus on social and emotional is crucial to that approach. Our Kinder to College mentorship program connects seniors with the youngest members of our community for mentorship and to serve as a “big buddy".
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…and Supporting Parents
Partnering with parents, we provide support, resources and counseling to guide students in attaining the knowledge and skills to respect themselves and others. Parents find community in our school with our Country Day Networking Hours. Your child is in good hands with our faculty and staff members, 58 of whom have served over 10 years at MCDS. For further fun, learning and convenience, PK3 through 5th grade students can join one of our many after school clubs.
The Miami Country Day School path begins with our PK3, JK4, and SK5 students. What are they into? How does curriculum work to nurture their passions? Find out this and much more as children get ready to be successful!
How do you define leadership? Inspiring others? Listening to other people's perspectives? Learn more about how Lower School students at Miami Country Day find motivation to become lifelong leaders.
Explore Lower School Academics
Why are things the way they are? Pretty profound! Miami Country Day encourages all children to be more curious. Children develop social emotional awareness and acquire skills that set them apart in their life journey.
Explore Middle School Academics
Freedom to choose your classes make you a more well rounded person. Find out how Miami Country Day is like a small college campus that provides an environment that not only prepares all students, but gives them practical experience to maximize their ongoing success.
Explore Upper School Academics
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INNOVATION
Garner Center for Innovation
We know the power of creativity and innovation, so we give our Spartans the tools to pursue their ideas. We offer 3D printing, robotics, virtual reality and STEM in a space where kids come to create, build and explore. -
COEP
Comprehensive Outdoor Education Program
The COEP program challenges students in academic skills, outdoor and physical tasks and leadership development through hands-on experience. Students learn camping skills, how to use a compass, first aid and survival skills. -
X-Term
Untraditional Opportunities for Learning
X-Term allows Upper School students to explore passions not found in traditional curriculum, pursuing opportunities on campus, in Miami and at other domestic and international locations. -
ACES
Abess Center for Environmental Studies
The ACES program is for PK3 through 4th grade students to explore Earth’s biodiversity and environmental issues through hands-on activities and develop lifelong skills.
NON-DISCRIMINATION POLICY Miami Country Day School admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin in administration of its educational policies, admissions policies, scholarship, athletic, and other school-administered programs. MCDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local laws.
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MCDS is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by Federal, State, or local laws.
