Discover GDS

At Georgetown Day School, we are committed to honoring the integrity and worth of each individual in our diverse school community. Our GDS community is at once joyous and purposeful, rigorous and nurturing, talented and humble, inclusive and engaging. We were founded by seven families who sought to create a school committed to academic excellence, educational innovation, and social justice. Our founders intuited what new research now proves—diverse learning environments are academically stronger and give students the essential skills to navigate a complex world.

During your family’s admissions process, we hope to get to know you personally, through our open houses, campus tours, and individual family meetings. Our goal is to support you as you discover how GDS sets the standard for educational innovation and excellence. Come visit!

Admissions Events Calendar

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  • At GDS, the sense of purpose permeates our classrooms and hallways.

    — GDS Teacher

  • I appreciate the progressive and unique learning environment that truly differentiates our school.

    — Parent of Alum '18

  • Thank you for being the best school on earth!

    — Alum '12

  • Thank you for giving me such a wonderful foundation for learning and education.

    — Alum '99

  • Thank you GDS for your excellent and inspiring educational program.

    — Grandparent of Students '28 & '30

  • The seeds GDS sows have empowered our kids to be change agents, and we can't thank you enough.

    — Parent of Alums '11, '13 & '15

  • This is a school that honors whole people and is committed to justice.

    — GDS Teacher

  • We are grateful to GDS for providing both our kids with a stellar academic, athletic, and social community.

    — Parent of Alums '12 & '16
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Non-Discrimination Policy

GDS seeks to enroll students who have the potential to take advantage of its rich academic program. The School admits qualified students of any race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, personal appearance, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disability, and extends to them all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the School. The School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex, age, marital or familial status, family responsibilities, political affiliation, source of income, personal appearance, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, or mental or physical disability, or any other status protected by applicable law in the administration of its admissions, scholarships, and loans, and its educational, athletic, and other programs.

LOWER/MIDDLE SCHOOL

4530 MacArthur Boulevard, NW, Washington, DC 20007

HIGH SCHOOL

4200 Davenport Street, NW, Washington, DC 20016


Georgetown Day School is a coed, preK-12, non-sectarian private school in Washington, DC with small class sizes and a diverse school community. Our comprehensive, innovative curriculum includes hands-on learning, honors and AP classes, as well as advanced-level math and STEM courses. An education is not just college prep and SAT scores. GDS teachers focus on providing the best education for each child, from elementary grades through high school. The school performing arts program includes theater, dance, and music. The athletics program offers competitive sports for student athletes, including cross-country, track, soccer, lacrosse, and crew/rowing. With our strong commitment to financial aid, an independent school tuition is affordable.