James River Day School, or JRDS, is an independent, coeducational, non-sectarian K-8 day school in Lynchburg, Virginia. James River serves academically qualified students in kindergarten through 8th grade, regardless of race, color, national origin, ethnic, social, or economic backgrounds. Mission: James River Day School cherishes children and challenges them to become scholars, leaders, and citizens for the 21st century, in a community of academic excellence. Curriculum James River Day School offers instruction in reading and language arts, mathematics, science, history and social studies, visual arts, music, physical education, technology, and world languages for grades K-8. Athletics Students in grades 5-8 compete in a variety of sports throughout the year, including: soccer, volleyball, cross country, basketball, and lacrosse. Accreditation The Virginia Association of Independent Schools has accredited James River Day School since 1979. For more information on James River Day School, please call 434.384.7385 and visit our website, jrds.school.