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Shady Side Academy Country Day School

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Pittsburgh, PA · K–8

Last verified August 19, 2026

400 Christ Church Ln, 15238 · (412) 968-3000

www.shadysideacademy.org

Enrollment

121

Student:teacher

7:1

Published tuition

$26,400–$31,700

Application fee

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Head of school

Beth Grover

Head of Country Day School

Curriculum & special classes

The academic program fosters inquiry and critical thinking, empowering students to challenge assumptions and pursue innovation. It emphasizes purposeful content by embedding it in real-world challenges and creating opportunities for students to transfer theoretical knowledge to problem-based scenarios that are immersive and interdisciplinary.

Financial aid

Shady Side welcomes applications for financial aid in senior pre-k through grade 12 and dedicates over $9 million annually to ensure they meet 100% of each enrolled student's demonstrated need.

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