Academics

Our goal as an institution is to educate the whole child - spiritually, academically, physically, socially, and emotionally. Teachers guide students through a challenging curriculum supported by developmentally appropriate activities and multi-sensory teaching methods. Students are encouraged to discover their individual strengths, explore their God-given talents and, through the school’s flexible and sequential learning program, strive for academic success.

Curriculum decisions are based on national standards, research, and best practices.

CMDS is accredited by the Southern Association of Independent Schools and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, and is a member of the Memphis Association of Independent Schools, Tennessee Association of Independent Schools, and Southern Association of Independent Schools.

The early childhood curriculum enables teachers to prepare young students for future educational achievement and to nurture each child, using carefully chosen learning methods to benefit each individual.

The wide-ranging language arts program for grades Kindergarten through 6th grade provides teachers with quality literature, both classic and modern, to pique the varied interests of our students.

The mathematics curriculum provides knowledge of basic math concepts and skills, while challenging the student to higher level thinking for creative problem solving. Manipulatives, and instructional materials are used to keep children engaged and excited about learning.

Encore classes - Science Lab, Art, Bible, Computer, Library, Music, Physical Education, and Spanish - enhance the strong core curriculum.

The KUDZU (Kids Utilizing Diligence and Zeal for Understanding) Program, available to students 2nd - 6th grade, is designed to meet the needs of students with outstanding talent who demonstrate the characteristics for performing at remarkably high levels of academic accomplishment.

The Connections Program, available to students Senior Kindergarten - 6th grade, provides support and instruction to students with unique learning differences. Connections students meet individually or in small group settings with a learning specialist.

CMDS provides a quality education for every learner.

Graduates of Christ Methodist Day School go on to attend a variety of middle schools in the Memphis area. Alumni survey results reveal that students are well prepared academically for their middle school educational experience.