Greensboro Day School provides the most dynamic, comprehensive pre-K through 12th grade academic environment in the Triad. Our mission is to develop the intellectual, ethical, and interpersonal foundations students need to be constructive contributors to the world.

Greensboro Day School is known for challenging academics and whole child education. What you also find are small class sizes, personalized instruction, caring faculty, experiential education, and a genuine love of learning across divisions.

Through drama, visual art, vocal and instrumental music, Greensboro Day School's fine arts program promotes self-directed learning, and sharpens critical and creative skills. Additionally, research show that what students learn in the arts helps them to master other subjects, such as reading, math and social studies. The evidence is clear: the arts contribute to student achievement and success in school and beyond.

We view athletic competition as a chance for students to participate and achieve, to build character and confidence, and to develop life skills that extend beyond the playing field. More than 40 teams are offered, making sure all interested students have the opportunity to play on a team.

Greensboro Day School's mission is to develop the intellectual, ethical, and interpersonal foundations students need to be constructive contributors to the world. This work takes place inside and outside of the classroom through a variety of experiences.

Step 2 - Parent Questionnaire

Step 3 - Admission Testing

All Upper School applicants are required to take a grade-appropriate admission test. Testing is scheduled by appointment only. Please call (336) 288-8590 to schedule an appointment. Testing begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.

Step 4 - Teacher Recomendations

If your child is applying to Upper School (9th - 12th grade), you will need two teacher recommendations. Please ask your child's current math and English teachers to complete the Teacher Information Form for the grade he or she is applying.

Teachers should mail these forms directly to GDS after the first marking period. See forms below:

Step 5 - Report Cards

Report Cards: Parents will need to request a copy of the applicant's current grades and a copy of grades from the two previous years (if applicable). After December 1, complete and sign the Transcipt Release form and deliver it to your child's current school.

Step 6 - School Visits

School Visit: Each applicant is required to visit our school for a full day. This visit will allow the applicant to experience a typical day of school here at GDS. Students will visit their current grade. A short writing, math, and reading assessment will be completed on the visit day. Applicants will also have the opportunity to meet with one of our Middle School Administrators. Once the application has been submitted, we will contact you to schedule the visit.

Please note: If your child suffers from an allergy, please complete this formprior to the student visit. Also plan to meet with the School Nurse at drop-off.

Step 7 - Writing Sample

All Upper School applicants should submit a writing sample from previous academic work. This piece could be an essay or paper prepared and submitted for a grade (we do not need the graded piece).

Each Upper School applicant (rising grades 9-11) will interview with a member of the Admission Office either during the visit day, or on a testing date (see list of dates above.)

Step 8 - Interview

Each Upper School applicant (rising grades 9-12) will interview with a member of the Admission Office during the visit or the interview may be scheduled on a testing date (see list of dates above).

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Notification Dates

Applications for Middle and Upper School are accepted throughout the year if there is space available. Initial decisions for completed applications are made at the first of February, and continue throughout the spring and summer on a rolling basis. Once all parts of an application are completed, you can expect a decision within 2 weeks. Admission decisions are made separately from decisions about need-based financial assistance.

We want this process to be as easy as possible for you and your family. We realize that different families have different needs, and we have designed our admissions process to reflect that knowledge. Choosing a school for your child is one of the most important decisions you can make. The faculty and staff at Greensboro Day School look forward to helping you in any way we can.

Greensboro Day School develops the intellectual, ethical, and interpersonal foundations students need to become constructive contributors to the world.