Providence Country Day School PreK-12 with specialized Learning Difference Programs, small classes, and 65% advanced degree faculty
Providence Country Day School in East Providence, RI serves students PreK-12 and offers dedicated Learning Difference Programs to support students with learning disabilities and related needs. With an average class size of just 12 students and a faculty of which 65% hold advanced degrees, the school provides individualized attention within a rigorous academic environment. The school emphasizes meeting each student's needs while maintaining high standards for academic achievement and personal growth.
The school balances academics with visual and performing arts, competitive athletics, and extracurricular activities. Students with learning differences benefit from a structured yet inclusive community where diversity is valued and individual strengths are recognized. The school's commitment to ethical behavior and community participation helps students develop confidence and competence alongside their peers.
Tuition is approximately $25,000 annually, with 40% of students receiving financial aid. Admission is rolling with a February 1 deadline, and the acceptance rate is 98%. For families seeking a traditional independent school environment with specialized support for learning differences, Providence Country Day School offers a comprehensive PreK-12 program. Contact Admissions Director Melanie Parsons at (401) 438-5170 or visit providencecountryday.org for more information about their Learning Difference Programs and admissions process.
At a Glance
GradesPrekindergarten-12
Students389
Class Size12:1 ratio
Tuition$25,000
Fin. Aid40% receive aid
Est.1923
DeadlineFeb. 1 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1923 |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $25,000 |
| Tuition Notes | www.providencecountryday.org |
| Total Students | 389 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 61 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 65 |
| Average Class Size | 12 |
| Grades Offered | Prekindergarten-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Melanie Parsons |
| Admissions Associate | Peter Walsworth |
| Admission Deadline | Feb. 1 / rolling |
| Acceptance Rate | 98 |
| Percent on Financial Aid | 40 |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 27 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference Programs
Advanced Courses
PSSC Physics
AP Courses
AP Art HistoryAP BiologyAP Calculus ABAP Calculus BCAP EnglishAP European HistoryAP GovernmentAP LatinAP SpanishAP US History
List of Courses Offered
Link to List of Courses
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Archery · Baseball · Basketball · Climbing · Cross Country · Fencing · Football · Golf · Ice Hockey · Lacrosse · Soccer · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Weightlifting · Winter Track · Show More (1) · Hide |
| Clubs and Organizations | Club or Organization: · Admissions Ambassadors · Chess Team · Community Standards Committee · Environmental Club · Mock Trial · Model UN · Music Appreciation Club · Ping Pong Club · Roundtable Newspaper · Spike Ball Club · Stock Market Club · Student Council · Yearbook |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Casual |
| School Memberships | National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Association of Independent Schools in New England (AISNE) |
| Religious Affiliations | Nonsectarian |
Contact the school
(401) 438-5170660 Waterman Ave, East Providence, Rhode Island 02914
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