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Upland Country Day School
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Upland Country Day School

Kennett Square, PennsylvaniaAccepting Students(610) 444-3035

Independent school in Kennett Square, PA for K-9th grade with ADD/ADHD support, small classes, and Harkness Method teaching approach

Upland Country Day School is a nonsectarian independent school serving students from Nursery through 9th grade in Kennett Square, PA. The school offers ADD/ADHD support programs and maintains small class sizes (average 18 students) with 80% of faculty holding advanced degrees, creating an environment where students with diverse learning needs can receive personalized attention and instruction.

Upland's teaching philosophy centers on the Harkness Method and the IDEA Center, innovative approaches designed to maximize student engagement and teach real-world problem-solving skills. With a caring yet challenging environment, the school supports students in developing confidence, curiosity, and responsibility while working toward their individual potential. The curriculum emphasizes academics, arts, athletics, and character development (the Four A's), allowing students to explore strengths across multiple areas.

The school enrolls 214 students and offers a range of extracurricular activities including sports (basketball, soccer, lacrosse, field hockey, ice hockey), arts programs (drama, art studio, vocal ensemble), and clubs such as peer mentoring and robotics. Financial aid is available, with 54% of students receiving support. For more information or to discuss your child's specific needs, contact the admissions office at (610) 444-3035 or visit uplandcds.org.

At a Glance
GradesNursery/Preschool-9
Students214
Class Size18:1 ratio
Fin. Aid54% receive aid
Est.1948
DeadlineJan. 6 / rolling
Accreditation & Memberships
National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS), Delaware Association of Independent Schools, Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools

School Information

Year Founded1948
Total Students214
Total Classroom Teachers33
Percent of Faculty with Advanced Degree80
Average Class Size18
Grades OfferedNursery/Preschool-9

Admissions Information

Admissions DirectorLindsay McConnel
Admission DeadlineJan. 6 / rolling
Percent on Financial Aid54

Student Body Information

Student Body TypeCo-ed
Percent of Students of Color4

Academic Programs Information

Special Education Programs
ADD/ADHD Support

Sports and Extracurricular Information

SportsBasketball · Field Hockey · Ice Hockey · Lacrosse · Soccer
Clubs and OrganizationsClub or Organization: · Literary Magazine · Peer Mentoring · Robotics · Student Council · Vocal Ensemble · Yearbook · Arts and Music Programs: · Art · Art Studio · Drama Productions

Additional Information

Classroom Dress CodeCasual
School MembershipsNational Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) · Pennsylvania Association of Independent Schools (PAIS) · Delaware Association of Independent Schools · Association of Delaware Valley Independent Schools
Religious AffiliationsNonsectarian
School Calendaruplandcds.org/events/list

Contact the school

(610) 444-3035
420 W Street Road, Kennett Square, Pennsylvania 19348
www.uplandcds.org
(610) 444-3035

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