The Providence Country Day School
660 Waterman Ave
East Providence, RI 02914
401-438-5170
The Providence Country Day School, aka PCD, was established in 1923 as a college preparatory and co-educational school. Serving children from Pre-K to 12th grade, PCD offers hands on programs from academics, athletics, to service, visual and performing arts. These programs help students develop critical thinking skills and become resilient innovators.
With a diverse population drawing from 45 communities throughout the Southern New England area, PCD’s mission is to inspire students to grow intellectually and with confidence. Moreover, the faculty believe in forging deep and lasting relationships with the students.
The Lower School, which includes pre-K to 4th grade, focuses on hands-on learning and student engagement. Children participate in special activities throughout the week like art, music, and chess. The Middle School, 5th-8th grades, emphasizes experiential and interdisciplinary learning.
There are opportunities for students outside of school that connect with the classroom curriculum. For example, freshmen are invited each year in January to travel to Quebec with PCD’s foreign language teacher. This immerses students in the culture and history of the province. Also, there’s a 5-day trip to Washington DC, where students learn how the government operates.
The Upper School, including 9th-12th grades, offers college prep classes which focus on project-based learning. Starting in 10th grade, students can choose electives to round out their studies.
Graduates of PCD have pursued a wide range of careers, from medicine and art, to technology and business. Some graduates have attended prestigious colleges like Yale, Columbia, and Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute. If you would like to contact Providence Country Day, call 401-438-5170 or visit their website at www.providencecountryday.org. They are located 660 Waterman Avenue, East Providence, RI.