Mission, Values & History

Our Mission

At SF Day, we ignite curiosity. We cultivate a diverse, nurturing community that encourages learners to expand their perspectives and become their true selves. Students develop as compassionate, creative problem-solvers, prepared to thrive in an ever-changing world.

Every school has a mission – but how does it come to life? SF Day’s mission is grounded in three pillars, which always interconnect. The school’s enduring commitment to intentional, student-driven teaching and learning practices; the importance of social and emotional wellness in and out of the classroom; and the bedrock belief in respect for identity and the community around us. Every aspect of school life has connections to all three of these central ideas – and each is strengthened by the others.