Our Place
A Tradition of Excellence and togetherness
Our multiple campuses in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, provide diverse learning environments, each tailored to your child’s growth stages. As they progress, students experience unique educational opportunities while remaining part of our unified community. "One Shady Side" means shared values, collaborative events, and a strong sense of belonging, preparing students to excel in a multicultural and interconnected world.
Two Elementary School Options
With two elementary school options located in the city's East End and nestled in the suburb of Fox Chapel, Shady Side offers unparalleled flexibility and convenience for families. Whether your child thrives in the urban energy of the East End at Shady Side’s Junior School, or the serene setting of Fox Chapel at the Country Day School, both campuses deliver the exceptional education and community spirit that define Shady Side Academy.
Country Day School
When you think of going to school, do you imagine skipping along elevated walkways that lead to a treehouse ensconced in the forest? Do you think of exploring music by listening to a symphony of birdsong? Studying science by observing migration patterns of local species? At Country Day School, this is exactly how we think about school—a place where students are inspired inside and out.
Our wooded campus in Fox Chapel features unique year-round outdoor learning spaces. All academic disciplines use these outdoor areas. Our charming schoolhouse offers bright, spacious classrooms—the perfect learning environment.
200
Students
17
acres
1
treehouse
100%
of students participate in outdoor adventures
Junior School
Every student is brimming with energy and curiosity at the Junior School. Imagine reenacting history on our expansive green fields, exploring mathematics in our advanced STEM lab, and enhancing language skills through engaging storytelling in cozy reading nooks. At the Junior School, education transcends traditional boundaries, fostering creativity, curiosity, and a lifelong love of learning.
The Junior School’s spacious campus is located in Pittsburgh's East End. Three playgrounds, a full-sized athletic field, gymnasium, and the endless learning opportunities provided by direct access to Frick Park define the Junior School.
320
Students
38
zip codes
7
acres
20
languages
A Unified 6–12 Upper School Campus
The Upper School campus for grades 6 through 12 offers students and their families a seamless educational journey through middle and high school. This structure ensures smooth transitions, lasting relationships, and continuous access to advanced programs and state-of-the-art facilities. It fosters a strong sense of community, allowing students to thrive academically and personally in a supportive environment. Families benefit from knowing their children are part of a stable, nurturing institution dedicated to their long-term success.
Middle School
The middle school years are all about movement: physically, emotionally, and intellectually. As they grow into increased autonomy, students start to discover who they are and lay the foundation for who they will become. At the Middle School, spaces and experiences are built explicitly to support students as they become more self-aware and begin to build the toolbox of skills they’ll carry with them for life.
The Rockwell Middle School is a beacon of sustainability in Fox Chapel, boasting extensive natural lighting, solar panels, and energy-efficient systems. With a dedicated library and dining hall designed to cultivate a vibrant community spirit, it offers an inspiring environment for learning and connection.
230
Students
50,000
Square feet
130
acres
12
sports
Senior School
When you think of high school, do you imagine delving into advanced science experiments in state-of-the-art labs? Do you think of honing your artistic skills in a professional-grade studio? Preparing for college with rigorous academic programs that challenge and inspire? At the Senior School, this is exactly how we envision high school—a place where students bring all their learning together, explore their passions, and begin to flourish.
With nine educational buildings, two gyms, two dorms, two turf athletic fields, and an ice rink, the robustness of all Shady Side has to offer is on full display in Senior School. These facilities support a well-rounded education, encouraging students to develop the skills needed for future success.