I am an 8th grader at Forsyth Country Day School, and this is my perspective on it. First: positive things about the school. We have great and caring teachers, small class sizes, and a parent-satisfaction philosophy. Athletics, the Arts, and Academics are emphasized masterfully. It's a wonderful school.
... Read more Negatives: Tuition is a tad pricey, to say the least. Small student numbers make social life quite... unique. And, the administration is all about customer-satisfaction, AKA keep the parents happy so we keep the money coming in. They'll do back-flips to keep you and your dollar. In any case, FCDS is a great, but not perfect, school. I would reccomend the school for students rising into middle/high school who seek a close-knit and unique educational experience with both their teachers and classmates. Hope to see you next year, students. -LMG Read less
Posted by a student on 09/14/09
High School at FCDS was preparatory both educationally and socially. The athletics focus on team experience and involvement (not everyone can be a star basket ball player, how about managing the team instead?). My class went on to excellent State and out of state schools and have successful professional
... Read more careers. The quality of the faculty is exception as one might expect, (Dead Poet Society-esq readings from Homer did happen), but it was the quality of the administration and staff - from maintenance and librarians, to counselors who made the most surprising contributions to the educational atmosphere. Read less
Posted by a student on 07/07/09
I had the best 3 years there. The teachers are great and they help you with anything. All children are friendly and nice. This is the best pk-12 grade school is the USA.
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Posted by a student on 06/14/09
This school has the best programs for students with learning differences in the state! My son has dyslexia and is ADD; the MAP program has saved him!
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Posted by a parent on 09/23/08
FCDS is a family school with something to offer everyone. My 2 children are eager to come to school each and every morning. They learn amazing things in Lower School through art, science, technology, music, physical education, foreign language, and the library, in addition to the wonderful curriculum
... Read more in the classroom. Small class size gives them individualized attention. It's great to be a FCDS family! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/23/08
FCDS has been a wonderful school for my 2 children. The link between the upper grades and the lower grades has been wonderful. My children are in awe of our older students and our older students do a wonderful job of being role models. The teachers are talented, experienced and involved with the student
... Read more body. We came from the best public school in Winston-Salem and the difference is incredible! We feel lucky to have our children at FCDS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 06/29/08
FCDS is a wonderful school. Great leadership and caring nurturing teachers
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Posted by a parent on 02/27/08
FCDS is an outstanding school that my two children attended for several years before we moved to Durham, ND and they now attend Durham Academy, one of the top 30 schools in the country according to the Wall Street Journal. I would rate FCDS as just as good as DA, and much better in terms of the quality
... Read more of interaction between parents and administrators. Outstanding teachers, great facilities, and inspired leadership. We are so grateful for the time our kids spent there. Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/20/08
Forsyth Country Day School is by far the best private school in the area. With Hank Battle at the helm the school has exploded over the past 4-5 years. Our daughter was not the most open in her preschool years. In fact, she was downright shy. I believe she would've been overshadowed in the large
... Read more class size in public schools. At FCDS she has been in class sizes of 14, 15 and now 13 in second grade. We couldn't have asked for more. She is now a bright, open young girl. The teachers all enjoy what they do and love coming to school every day, unlike so many in the public schools nowadays who have to put up with so many problems. You'll be happy to choose FCDS. Read less
Posted by a parent on 01/19/08
FCDS brings in wonderful experienced teachers who love to inspire students. There are new facilities that foster academic as well as artistic outlets. Students are encouraged to balance academics with sports and extra-curricular activities. They are prepared for college and life. There's a mutual
... Read more respect between teachers and students that creates a positive environment. It's growing rapidly! Read less
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Lewisville schools — Forsyth Country Day School is located at 5501 Shallowford Road, Lewisville NC 27023. 5501 Shallowford Road is in the 27023 ZIP code in Lewisville, NC Forsyth Country Day School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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