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Join an Upcoming Tour!

Join us for an in-person tour to learn more about our school community and hear from our Head of School, Division Directors, and current parents. If you are interested in applying to CDS for your child for the 2026-27 school year, please reach out to our admissions team for information about limited openings for certain classes. 

If you are interested in applying for the 2027-2028 school year, check back after September 1st to register!

Preschool

All tours take place from 9-11am.
  • October 14
  • October 21
  • November 4
  • November 18
  • December 9

TK-Grade 4

All tours take place from 9-11am.
  • October 8
  • October 15
  • November 5
  • November 19
  • December 10
  • January 14

Middle School (Grades 5-8)

All tours take place from 9-10:30am.
  • October 20
  • November 3
  • November 10
  • December 15 (with Spanish & Cantonese translation)

Learn More at Our Events

We’d also love to have you join us at our open houses and community events! It’s a great way to get to know our school community, ask questions, and help us get to know your family, too. Registration for events opens in September. 
Open Houses

Middle School Classroom Experience
Bring your child for an evening of hands-on activities with CDS teachers!
November 18, 5:30-7:30pm

Preschool-Grade 4 Open House
Explore our learning spaces and meet teachers - fun for the whole family!
December 12, 10am-1pm
Friday Assembly
Every Friday, our whole community gathers for an assembly led by students. It's a great opportunity to meet CDS parents. 

  • December 4, 8-9am
  • December 11, 8-9am
  • January 8, 8-9am
Virtual Events

Curriculum Insights
Learn more about our curriculum, from preschool to Grade 8.
December 2, 6-7pm


Preschool-Grade 8 Virtual Info Session
Meet Division Directors and learn more about our program.
January 7, 9-10am
Virtual Office Hours
with our Enrollment Team

Stay tuned for fall 2026 dates!
Contact Us

Questions? Contact our enrollment team:

Mireille Sagne
Director of Enrollment Management
(415) 861-5432 x322
mireilles@cds-sf.org

Erin McHale
Assistant Director of Enrollment Management
(415) 861-5432 x337 
erinm@cds-sf.org

Learn more about our application process!

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