We realize that the cost of tuition discourages some families from applying to private school. The founding vision of Children’s Day School is to provide an exceptional education for children in the Bay Area regardless of race, ethnicity, religion or the ability to afford tuition. At CDS, we are committed to making our school accessible and affordable to all.
CDS families have made the financial stretch for an independent school education, because they know that CDS provides:
- strong academics
- an enriched program with art, music, drama, and physical education
- an unparalleled environmental education program anchored by our unique working farm and organic garden
- a school culture where it is a safe place to be yourself, where students master social competencies that serve them well in high school and in adult life, and where parents are viewed as true partners in the important responsibility of educating children
Our sliding scale tuition is strictly need-based and recognizes that each family’s financial situation is unique. While every family is expected to pay some portion of the tuition and to support the community to the extent that individual family circumstances permit, we do not expect tuition to be the same for everyone. If you are concerned about your ability to pay full tuition, please apply for our sliding scale tuition.
2011-12 sliding scale tuition
$2,325 - $23,250 (dependent on family's financial situation)
Families of many different income levels pay sliding scale tuition. Our sliding scale tuition application process is separate from, and does not affect, our admission process. Families who have applied for sliding scale tuition are notified of their tuition amount simultaneously with the admission decision so they can make informed choices.
How do we apply for sliding scale tuition?
CDS tuition, fees and payment options