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OUR MISSION

Seek Solutions, Accept Responsibility, and Create Collaboration

At St. Johns Country Day School, we believe education should do more than prepare students for college — it should prepare them for life. That’s why everything we do is rooted in a whole-child philosophy that nurtures intellect, character, and confidence in equal measure.We nurture confident, capable, and compassionate students who think critically, lead boldly, and act with integrity. Every child is known, challenged, and celebrated as a whole person, not just for what they achieve, but for who they are becoming.

St. Johns Country Day School’s mission is to provide a superior college preparatory program with an innovative curriculum that stresses academic accomplishment, artistic excellence, and athletic competition in a supportive environment that develops students who Seek Solutions, Accept Responsibility, and Create Collaboration.

Our Vision

Since 1953, St. Johns has been more than a school — it’s been a community built on curiosity, courage, and compassion.

Here, learning is personal, character is cultivated, and joy is part of every day. Because when students are supported in every dimension — intellectually, emotionally, socially, and ethically — they don’t just succeed; they shine.

What Makes St. Johns Different

At St. Johns, learning is personalized, reflective, and growth-oriented. We meet students where they are and guide them forward through hands-on exploration, curiosity, and self-discovery. Here, success isn’t defined by a single path — it’s shaped by how each student learns, leads, and evolves.
Our small classes and individualized instruction ensure that every student feels seen and supported. Teachers know each learner’s strengths, goals, and challenges, and tailor instruction to help them reach their potential. The result is true academic excellence grounded in care.
Through programs like Caring School Community, Advisory, and Foundations of Personal Development, students learn empathy, resilience, and respect. These life skills strengthen their confidence and prepare them to navigate the world with both heart and courage.
From Pre-K3 through Grade 12, students grow up in a community where they are known by name and valued for who they are. This deep sense of connection builds confidence, inspires leadership, and helps students discover where they truly belong.
From Pre-K through graduation, we focus on the journey as much as the destination. Because when students are supported in every dimension — intellectually, emotionally, socially, and ethically — they don’t just thrive in college. They thrive everywhere.
As an independent school, St. Johns is free to teach with creativity, depth, and purpose — without the limitations of standardized testing or one-size-fits-all curriculum. Our teachers design lessons that challenge and inspire, encouraging critical thinking, curiosity, and a love of learning that lasts a lifetime. Families choose St. Johns because they want more than the standard; they want a school that sees their child as an individual and helps them discover their fullest potential.
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