Curious minds. Kind hearts.
Brookline Day School is a coeducational independent school for 640 students, where small classes, devoted teachers and a 22-acre campus help every child find their voice.
9:1 student–teacher ratio
640 students in grades K–12
16
average class size
100%
college acceptance
42
clubs & ensembles
28
interscholastic teams
22acre campus
A day at BDS
Learning that moves
Mornings start with community meeting, afternoons end in the studio, on the field or in the robotics lab. Every student has an advisor who knows them well.
- Morning meeting and advisory
- Project blocks with field work around Boston
- Arts, athletics or clubs every afternoon
- Late bus and supervised study until 5:30 p.m.
Beyond the classroom
Arts, athletics & service
Athletics28 teams in the ISL league
Performing artsThree musicals a year
School year
Key dates
September 2026
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Labor Day — no classes
University closed.
October 2026
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Indigenous Peoples’ Day — no classes
University closed; Monday classes meet Tuesday, October 13.
November 2026
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Early Action application deadline
Applications due by 11:59 pm Eastern.
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Veterans Day — classes in session
Ceremony at noon on the Commonwealth Quad.
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Thanksgiving recess
No classes Wednesday through Sunday; residence halls stay open.
December 2026
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Winter break
University closed December 24 – January 1.
AcademicTermsHolidaysExamsDeadlinesEvents
Tuition 2026–27
Tuition & financial aid
38% of families receive need-based aid; the average grant covers 52% of tuition.
| Item | Tuition | Average aid |
|---|---|---|
| Kindergarten – Grade 5includes lunch | $38,900 | $19,600 |
| Grades 6 – 8includes laptop | $44,200 | $22,100 |
| Grades 9 – 12includes trips | $49,800 | $25,400 |
Sibling discount 10%. Monthly payment plans available.
Families say
Why we chose BDS
Our daughter was shy in public school. Here, her teachers saw her — now she leads the debate team.
Jennifer & Mark EllisParents, Grades 4 and 9The advisory program is the secret. Someone checks in on my son every single day.
David ChenParent, Grade 7I arrived in 6th grade and left with friends for life and a spot at Brown.
Amara OkaforClass of 2025The robotics team gave our twins a reason to stay after school every day.
Lisa HoffmanParent, Grade 10
Admissions
Join us for fall 2027
Applications for Kindergarten through Grade 11 are open.
Inquire & visit
Tour with a student guide and meet a division head.
Apply
Online application, teacher recommendations and records.
Visit day
Your child spends a morning in class with future peers.