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A community where everyone matters.
A community where teachers are your friend.
A curriculum that embraces student passion.
A curriculum that invites student input.
At Poughkeepsie Day School, children are active participants in their learning, not passive receivers of information. Through tangible, collaborative, and immersive experiences, students develop genuine curiosity, a sense of meaning, and a lasting passion for discovery.
The world needs critical thinkers. Be one at PDS.
At PDS, our curriculum blends rigorous academics with inquiry-based learning to develop critical thinkers, compassionate leaders, and globally minded citizens. From preK through 8th grade, students gain the skills to solve complex problems, embrace diverse perspectives, and thrive in a rapidly changing world.
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Head of School’s Welcome
From preK through 8th grade, Poughkeepsie Day School is a joyful, vibrant learning community where curiosity is sparked, creativity is nurtured, and education is guided by passion. Through inquiry-based, globally-minded instruction, students are challenged to think critically, come to a greater understanding of themselves and others, and take meaningful action in the world. Learn more from Head of School, Spiro Gouras.
