The Upland Way
Defining the Upland Student
The Upland Way helps creates an atmosphere where children develop self-esteem, as well as respect for their peers as individuals. The Upland Way expects high standards of behavior, courtesy and academic performance. Discipline is firm within a relaxed, friendly atmosphere of mutual trust.
The standards of behavior, the expectations of interpersonal relationships and moral values are embodied in The Upland Way. All Upland Country Day School students approach their duties and responsibilities in the following manner:
Experience The Upland Way for Yourself
Discover first-hand how we live by the core values of our school motto.
Celebrating 75 Years
For 75 years, Upland Country Day School has been a community of thinkers and doers. Our challenging full-participation programming of academic, arts, and athletic programs nurture the strengths of each child, and develops graduates of character with a passion for learning. Learn how Upland creates lasting memories for all of our students.
Equipping Students for the Future
An Upland graduate is ready to become a team captain,
student council representative, or an activities leader. At Upland, we strive to have each student prepared with the:
Committed to
Diversity & Inclusion
Students of varied racial, ethnic, religious, and socioeconomic backgrounds come from Delaware and Pennsylvania to learn amidst the backdrop of our idyllic country campus. Upland is driven by bright students and an expert faculty in small classes, combining a strong academic program with a nurturing environment enhanced by modern technology.
Experience Upland
We believe children rise to high expectations and thrive on meaningful challenges. We believe that a quality, private school education should be accessible to all learners. We believe that a great education is the adventure of a lifetime. Experience how Upland Country Day School creates an environment where your student can flourish.
"At Upland, with the right attitudes, our students are empowered to learn more, to do more and to be more."
Explore Our Academic Programming
We believe children rise to our highest expectations, thrive on meaningful challenges, and never deserve anything less. Explore the multidimensional growth experience specifically designed to prepare each student for the future in each of our core schools:
Y9 Experience
(9th Grade)
Developing as role models and leaders for an entire student body.