Independent school serving ages 18 months-grade 12 near Cincinnati with specialized support for learning differences and ADD/ADHD
The Summit Country Day School serves students from 18 months through grade 12 in the greater Cincinnati area and offers dedicated support programs for students with learning differences and ADD/ADHD. With small class sizes, a 1:1 faculty-to-student ratio that supports individualized attention, and 78% of faculty holding advanced degrees, the school creates an environment where students with diverse learning needs can thrive alongside their peers.
The school's Learning Difference Programs and ADD/ADHD support services are integrated into the broader academic community, allowing students to access specialized instruction while participating in the school's rigorous curriculum, extracurricular activities, and spiritual development. Summit's structured, caring approach emphasizes both academic excellence and character formation, with resources designed to help each student succeed according to their individual needs and pace.
Tuition ranges from $6,310 to $29,790 depending on grade level. The school operates on a rolling admissions basis and welcomes families to contact the admissions office at (513) 871-4700 or visit summitcds.org to learn more about enrollment, financial aid options, and how the school's special education programs align with your child's needs.
At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-12
Students1081
Est.1890
DeadlineNone / Rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA)
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS), State or regional independent school association, Other school association(s)
School Information
| Year Founded | 1890 |
| Tuition Notes | Range $6,310 to $29,790 |
| Total Students | 1081 |
| Total Classroom Teachers | 112 |
| Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree | 78 |
| Grades Offered | Nursery/Preschool-12 |
Admissions Information
| Admissions Director | Kevin Lavelle |
| Admissions Associate | Elaine Pearl 18 months-Age 6 |
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
Student Body Information
| Student Body Type | Co-ed |
| Percent of Students of Color | 30 |
Academic Programs Information
Special Education Programs
Learning Difference ProgramsADD/ADHD Support
Advanced Courses
22 AP courses offered. Please see curr. map or naviage to Upper School Academic tab
Matriculation DataView data
Sports and Extracurricular Information
| Sports | Baseball · Basketball · Bowling · Cross Country · Diving · Field Hockey · Football · Golf · Lacrosse · Soccer · Softball · Swimming · Tennis · Track and Field · Volleyball · Winter Track · Wrestling · Show More (1) · Hide |
Additional Information
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal |
| School Memberships | National Catholic Educational Association (NCEA) · National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · State or regional independent school association · Other school association(s) |
| Religious Affiliations | Catholic |
| School Calendar | www.summitcds.org/calendar |
| Summer Program Details | View Summer Program Details |
| Summer School Offered | Yes |