Rocky Hill Country Day School

What Rocky Hill Country Day School does

Rocky Hill Country Day School is an independent, nonprofit, college-preparatory school founded in 1934 and located on an 84-acre waterfront campus on the Potowomut peninsula in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. The school enrolls approximately 275 students from Nursery through Grade 12 across four divisions: By-the-Bay Preschool, Lower School (K-5), Middle School (6-8), and Upper School (9-12), with students drawn from 34 Rhode Island communities plus a small international cohort. The instructional model is built around small cohorts (average class size 12-14, 5:1 student-to-faculty ratio), the Harkness discussion method, and the SAIL (Student-Centered Active Inquiry & Learning) program, supported by signature experiences including the Freshman Bahamas trip at The Island School, Senior Experience internships, LEEP Week design challenge, and Enviroweek. The school holds NEASC accreditation and reports a 100% college matriculation rate with 100% of faculty holding postgraduate degrees.

The business model is tuition-driven and subscription-annual. For 2026-2027, tuition ranges from $20,000 (Preschool) to $34,650 (Upper School), with international student tuition at $39,650; ancillary activity and lunch fees, application fees, and registration fees supplement core tuition. A new reduced tuition model for 2025-2026 lowered K-12 tuition by more than 25% to expand access, with need-based aid of $4.8M annually processed via the Clarity platform. The school extends revenue through the "Summer at Rocky Hill" day-camp operation (10+ program tracks, ages 3-15) and through annual giving (Rocky Hill Fund; $298,399 raised from 421 donors in 2022-23). The go-to-market is sales-led, anchored by campus tours, admissions events, Open Houses, and digital channels including the website and Instagram; international recruitment is run via three agency partners. The technology stack is built on Veracross (admissions/enrollment), MaiaLearning (college counseling), Dewar (tuition insurance), SAGE Dining Services, and SquadLocker (spirit store). Ownership is a nonprofit governed by a Board of Trustees; the school is not venture-backed and is led by Head of School Christine Heine (Ed.D.).

Name

Rocky Hill Country Day School

Legal name

Rocky Hill Country Day School

Website

https://rockyhill.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

1934

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

Rocky Hill Country Day School is an independent nonprofit K-12 college-preparatory school on an 84-acre Narragansett Bay campus in East Greenwich, Rhode Island, serving approximately 275 Nursery-through-Grade-12 students with a Harkness/SAIL inquiry-based curriculum and 100% college matriculation.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Independent K-12 Private Education

NAICS

Elementary and Secondary Schools (6111), Elementary and Secondary Schools (611110), Sports and Recreation Instruction (611620), Fine Arts Schools (611610)

SIC

Services-Educational Services (8200), Services-Child Day Care Services (8351), Hotels, Rooming Houses, Camps & Other Lodging Places (7000)

akta.pro primary industry

Outdoor Education & Adventure Programs (School-Run) (EDAJAJAJ)

akta.pro secondary industries

Leadership, Debate & Model UN Camps (EDAMALAK), Outdoor/Nature/Forest Preschools (EDACABAJ), College & Career Exploration Camps (Pre-College Samplers, Pathways) (EDAMALAN)

Keywords

• Independent school education
• College preparatory programs
• K-12 private education
• Summer day camps
• Experiential learning programs

Headquarters

HQ city

East Greenwich

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Tuition and Fees: Rocky Hill generates primary revenue through tuition payments for Nursery through Grade 12 education. Tuition varies by grade level, with 2026-2027 rates ranging from $20,000 (Preschool) to $34,650 (Upper School). International student tuition is $39,650. Additional fees include student activity fees, lunch fees, application fees ($50), and registration fees ($400).

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Rocky Hill Country Day School is an independent, NEASC-accredited college preparatory school delivering Nursery through Grade 12 education on an 84-acre waterfront campus in East Greenwich, Rhode Island. The school operates four academic divisions (Preschool, Lower School K-5, Middle School 6-8, Upper School 9-12) with a 5:1 student-to-faculty ratio, average class size of 12-14, and signature programs including the SAIL inquiry-based learning approach, Harkness discussion method, college-style intensive courses, Senior Experience internships, and LEEP Week design challenges. The institution also runs Summer at Rocky Hill day camps for ages 3 through 18 and comprehensive arts and athletics programs.

Product overview

Rocky Hill Country Day School is an independent college preparatory school serving Nursery through Grade 12. The school operates as a unified educational platform with core academic divisions (By-the-Bay Preschool, Lower School K-5, Middle School 6-8, and Upper School 9-12) supported by signature programs including the SAIL inquiry-based learning approach, ACE academic enrichment, LEEP Week, Enviroweek, and Senior Experience internships. The institution also offers Summer at Rocky Hill day camps and comprehensive arts and athletics programs. The school recently launched a new reduced tuition model for 2025-2026, reducing costs by over 25 percent.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• By-the-Bay Preschool Nursery to Pre-K program serving 3 to 5-year-old children, focusing on emotional, social, cognitive, creative, and physical development through play-based, project-based, and experiential learning. Tuition for 2026-2027 is $20,000 plus student activity and lunch fees.
• Lower School (Kindergarten through Grade 5) Elementary education program offering academic and social-emotional learning through experiential, discussion and inquiry-based experiences, and project-based learning opportunities on the waterfront and woodland campus. Tuition for 2026-2027 ranges from $25,200 (K-Grade 2) to $28,350 (Grades 3-5).
• Middle School (Grades 6-8) Middle school program focusing on student engagement and deeper learning while building a respectful, collaborative, and ethical community. Features signature programs including Enviroweek, LEEP Week, Nature's Classroom, and Quebec City trip. Tuition for 2026-2027 is $31,500 plus student activity and lunch fees.
• Upper School (Grades 9-12) College preparatory program with an intensive course model, advisory program, and SAIL (Student-Centered Active Inquiry & Learning) approach. Features signature experiences including Bahamas trip, backpacking adventures, and Senior Experience internships. Tuition for 2026-2027 is $34,650 plus student activity and lunch fees.
• Summer at Rocky Hill Summer day camp program for children age 3 through Grade 11, featuring full-day camps, sports camps, and specialty camps including art, science, theater, and STEAM. Set on 84 acres of Narragansett Bay waterfront. Pricing ranges from $175/week (CIT) to $550/week (specialty camps and theater camps).
• SAIL Program (Student-Centered Active Inquiry & Learning) Student-centered inquiry-based learning approach introduced in Middle School and fully integrated into Upper School, employing the Harkness Method for discussion-driven classes. The program empowers students to take ownership of their learning through curiosity, collaboration, and critical thinking.
• ACE Program (Academic Center for Enrichment) Customized learning support program celebrating neurodiversity, offering expert-led support sessions to build academic skills in reading, writing, math, and executive functions for students across the academic divisions.
• Senior Experience Program Four-week self-designed learning opportunity in final weeks of senior year where students pursue a passion or explore career paths through internships or independent projects, managing every detail from objectives to community partner connections.
• Freshman Bahamas Trip Week-long experiential program at The Island School in Eleuthera, Bahamas, focused on environmental sustainability, native ecosystems, and leadership development for ninth-grade students.
• Visual Arts Program Preschool-Grade 12 visual arts program offering courses in drawing, painting, ceramics, digital photography, and AP Studio Art with focus on cultural breadth and interdisciplinary experiences.
• Performing Arts Program Preschool-Grade 12 performing arts program including theater, vocal music, instrumental music, and a state-of-the-art recording studio. Features annual Winter Musical and spring cabaret, and has earned Ocean State Star Awards recognition.
• Athletics Program K-12 athletic program featuring 16 competitive Upper School teams, 7 developmental teams, 9 Middle School teams, and 5 playing fields. Sports include soccer, lacrosse, basketball, field hockey, sailing, tennis, golf, cross country, and esports, with 46+ championships over the past decade.

Named customers7 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

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AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Feature5 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered core.

• The Island School (Eleuthera, Bahamas)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerRocky Hill partners with The Island School for a week-long freshman experiential program focused on environmental sustainability, native ecosystems, and leadership development. This immersive trip aligns with the ninth-grade curriculum and fosters stewardship, personal growth, and meaningful peer connections.
• Nature's Classroom (Charlton, Massachusetts)coreStrategic or Co-development Partner7th grade students spend three days and two nights at Nature's Classroom focusing on winter ecology. Students study ways in which organisms have adapted to harsh New England winter conditions as part of environmental education.
• Cambridge NetworkcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational student agency partnership for recruiting and supporting international students attending Rocky Hill Country Day School.
• New England Education ConsultingcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational student agency partnership for recruiting and supporting international students attending Rocky Hill Country Day School.
• Ivy International EducationcoreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorInternational student agency partnership for recruiting and supporting international students attending Rocky Hill Country Day School.
• ClaritycoreTechnology or IntegrationFinancial aid application platform used for need-based financial assistance determination. Clarity's application assesses family financial information including assets, income, expenses, and debts to determine eligibility.
• MaiaLearningcoreTechnology or IntegrationOnline college counseling platform used by students and families for college application process, campus visit scheduling, and college search tools.
• VeracrosscoreTechnology or IntegrationSchool management and admissions platform used for online applications, student enrollment, family portal, and program registration including summer camps.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Moses Brown School: Independent Quaker day school in Providence, RI serving Nursery through Grade 12 with similar college-prep focus, small class sizes, and Quaker-influenced pedagogy. Direct RI competitor for the same families seeking independent K-12 education.
• The Wheeler School: Independent day school in Providence, RI serving Nursery through Grade 12 with comparable tuition, college-prep mission, and small class sizes. Direct competitor for the same Providence-area independent school families.
• Providence Country Day School: Independent day school in East Providence, RI serving Grades 6-12 with college-preparatory focus and similar tuition levels. Direct competitor for Upper School families in the RI market.
• The Meadowbrook School: Independent day school in Weston, MA serving Pre-K through Grade 8 with project-based learning and small class sizes. Comparable in pedagogy and grade span to Rocky Hill's Lower and Middle School divisions.
• Shore Country Day School: Independent day school in Beverly, MA serving Nursery through Grade 9 with progressive education philosophy and small class sizes. Comparable peer for New England independent school families.
• Belmont Day School: Independent day school in Belmont, MA serving Pre-K through Grade 8 with project-based learning and experiential education. Comparable in size, grade span, and pedagogical approach.
• Fenn School: Independent boys day school in Concord, MA serving Grades 4-9. Comparable peer for families seeking New England independent day school education with college-prep preparation.

Broad incumbents

• Penn Charter School: Independent Quaker day school in Philadelphia, PA serving Pre-K through Grade 12 with longer history and stronger brand. Larger and more established peer demonstrating the broader independent K-12 day school model.
• Tabor Academy: Independent boarding and day school in Marion, MA serving Grades 9-12 with strong marine science and sailing programs. Comparable for its waterfront campus model and college-prep outcomes, though larger and boarding-focused.
• The Park School: Independent day school in Brookline, MA serving Grades Pre-K through 8 with progressive education philosophy. Broader incumbent peer in the New England independent school market with similar pedagogical approach.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/rockyhillcountryday
• Xx.com/RockyHillCD

Compliance1 record

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles35 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

Funding detail is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

M&A

Investments

M&A and investment is available on the Subscription and Enterprise plan.Contact sales →

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