Miami Country Day School

"MCDS has this unique ability to attract amazing people both as students, faculty and staff. As a student I have made lifelong friends, but it is also the what I call MCDS legends who truly shape so many minds. Just think about how many minds Carolyn Dorn has inspired through her traditional, yet still uniquely innovative English teaching methods, how many American raised individuals who never spoke a word of Spanish became conversational and above thanks to Glen Turf, how something as seemingly boring as Marine Biology became an ocean depth wonder both in and out of Peter Konen’s classroom (yes we actually went reef diving), and let’s not forget the amount of college acceptances Marnie Allen has guided. What began with the leadership of Dr. John Davies in 1986 has shaped this institution into one of the leading independent schools in the US of A. As an alumni I still feel as if I am a part of this community through networking events, Homecoming reunions, or just simply visiting. Proud Alum! MCDS forever and ever!"

"You will not find a more creative or innovative Lower School in all of Florida or the Southeast. Teachers work long hours and truly care for all students. They just built a beautiful multi-million dollar arts center, which allows them to put on spectacular productions. Athletics and other buildings could use updating and renovations"

"This is a great school! I absolutely adore Miami Country Day School. Everything is excellent from the food to the quality of education and the staff. I have been attending this school since senior kindergarden and am now about to enter the 11th grade. All I can say is going to this school has been a wonderful experience for me. The teachers have always been so helpful and kind and always there when I needed them. It is easy to tell that they really want you to succeed and care not only about your education, but also your well being. I feel that I am getting the best possible learning experience at this school. I have learned so much from every class i've taken here not only academics, but skills in life.The guidance counselor, Mrs. Pierce is super sweet and always helpful. Might I add that the students who go here are also very pleasant. I have made lifelong friends at this school. I am so thankful that I have been given the privilege of attending such a prestigious school of excellence. In two years I will graduate, and when I do, I will look back and thank this school for everything it has done to shape me as an individual. It has truly been an honor attending this school, and it has really helped me develop not only academically, but also as a person."

"I have been an employee here at the school for more than 4 years and I can honestly say that I have had the best working experience here then any other job. Being behind the scenes has allowed me to see just how much our staff cares for the students here. It's great to have an amazing curriculum and summer program, but its the bond between student and teacher/counselor that really showcases the school. Don't even get me started on the tons of benefits for employees here. Free food! Oh, did I mention, FREE FOOD! This is truly the best private school here in south florida!"

"My child has attended MCDS since last year and we are extremely pleased with the school - supportive environment, rigorous academics, responsive and accessible teachers, beautiful and safe campus, many sports options. I would not hesitate to highly recommend this school to anyone!"