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The Harbor Day School Mission
Harbor Day School provides an academically challenging, well-balanced education in a nurturing and inclusive family-centered environment. Our faculty inspires curiosity and a desire to learn, and cultivates in students the confidence, strong moral character, and perseverance to thrive. We celebrate diversity and traditions, value collaboration and innovation, and cherish our community and the lifelong relationships developed.
Core Values
![Challenging Curriculum]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750968738/harbordayorg/ysa8zg8ej10rnuzhbjm9/challengingcurriculum.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750968738/harbordayorg/ysa8zg8ej10rnuzhbjm9/challengingcurriculum.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750968738/harbordayorg/ysa8zg8ej10rnuzhbjm9/challengingcurriculum.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750968738/harbordayorg/ysa8zg8ej10rnuzhbjm9/challengingcurriculum.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750968738/harbordayorg/ysa8zg8ej10rnuzhbjm9/challengingcurriculum.jpg","width":1280}])
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![Vibrant Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750969075/harbordayorg/hdqonwxkgdecie3ymf3i/vibrantcommunity.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750969075/harbordayorg/hdqonwxkgdecie3ymf3i/vibrantcommunity.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750969075/harbordayorg/hdqonwxkgdecie3ymf3i/vibrantcommunity.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750969075/harbordayorg/hdqonwxkgdecie3ymf3i/vibrantcommunity.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750969075/harbordayorg/hdqonwxkgdecie3ymf3i/vibrantcommunity.jpg","width":1280}])
![Integrity and Social-Emotional Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750968616/harbordayorg/eue6ywe4x6clw6jcvmd4/IntegrityandSEL.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750968616/harbordayorg/eue6ywe4x6clw6jcvmd4/IntegrityandSEL.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750968616/harbordayorg/eue6ywe4x6clw6jcvmd4/IntegrityandSEL.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750968616/harbordayorg/eue6ywe4x6clw6jcvmd4/IntegrityandSEL.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750968616/harbordayorg/eue6ywe4x6clw6jcvmd4/IntegrityandSEL.jpg","width":1280}])
![Culture and Community]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750968566/harbordayorg/gfn8oneakd5qatxn6yxs/cultureandcommunity.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750968566/harbordayorg/gfn8oneakd5qatxn6yxs/cultureandcommunity.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750968566/harbordayorg/gfn8oneakd5qatxn6yxs/cultureandcommunity.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750968566/harbordayorg/gfn8oneakd5qatxn6yxs/cultureandcommunity.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750968566/harbordayorg/gfn8oneakd5qatxn6yxs/cultureandcommunity.jpg","width":1280}])
![Excellent Teachers]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1750961659/harbordayorg/vzrwkfeuvppd4joovzes/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_198.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1750961659/harbordayorg/vzrwkfeuvppd4joovzes/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_198.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1750961659/harbordayorg/vzrwkfeuvppd4joovzes/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_198.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1750961659/harbordayorg/vzrwkfeuvppd4joovzes/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_198.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1750961659/harbordayorg/vzrwkfeuvppd4joovzes/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_198.jpg","width":1280}])
Harbor Day School
At a Glance
414
Students, Grades K-8
56
Faculty
2,359
Alumni
73
Years of Excellence in Education
61%
Faculty with Advanced Degrees
6
Acre Campus in Corona del Mar, CA
The Spotlight
Harbor Day News
![Math That Builds Confidence and Curiosity]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1761017537/harbordayorg/lt4wenj6ooxwtqesz8rt/MathClub1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1761017537/harbordayorg/lt4wenj6ooxwtqesz8rt/MathClub1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1761017537/harbordayorg/lt4wenj6ooxwtqesz8rt/MathClub1.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1761017537/harbordayorg/lt4wenj6ooxwtqesz8rt/MathClub1.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1761017537/harbordayorg/lt4wenj6ooxwtqesz8rt/MathClub1.jpg","width":1280}])
The math program at Harbor Day School is designed to build strong mathematical skills, develop critical thinking, and cultivate confidence and excitement for this important subject.
![The Art of Problem-Solving in Middle School Ceramics - Part 2]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759951100/harbordayorg/aqmz4mj1dgm0cxorlwpb/6.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759951100/harbordayorg/aqmz4mj1dgm0cxorlwpb/6.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759951100/harbordayorg/aqmz4mj1dgm0cxorlwpb/6.png","width":800}])
As students transition into middle school, their clay projects take on new dimensions, challenging them to think more critically about design, symbolism, and creative expression.
![The Art of Problem-Solving in Lower School Ceramics - Part 1]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1759943500/harbordayorg/m5wzjxqndqidtz5lzg5m/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_057.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1759943500/harbordayorg/m5wzjxqndqidtz5lzg5m/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_057.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1759943500/harbordayorg/m5wzjxqndqidtz5lzg5m/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_057.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1759943500/harbordayorg/m5wzjxqndqidtz5lzg5m/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_057.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1759943500/harbordayorg/m5wzjxqndqidtz5lzg5m/Harbor_Day_2025_Spring_057.jpg","width":1280}])
Art class at Harbor Day School gives students the chance to explore a variety of materials that engage their senses through hands-on lessons emphasizing problem-solving, risk-taking, and self-expression.
![Welcoming New Families to HDS]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758914599/harbordayorg/c4rtfq6e4y3vg5f2tj3q/newfamilies.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758914599/harbordayorg/c4rtfq6e4y3vg5f2tj3q/newfamilies.png","width":466}])
At Harbor Day School, we know that joining a new school community is an exciting step for both students and parents.
![Building Confidence and Joy in Math Learning]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1758222272/harbordayorg/t9u1infd3snweeflvxzy/IMG_3053.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1758222272/harbordayorg/t9u1infd3snweeflvxzy/IMG_3053.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1758222272/harbordayorg/t9u1infd3snweeflvxzy/IMG_3053.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1758222272/harbordayorg/t9u1infd3snweeflvxzy/IMG_3053.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1758222272/harbordayorg/t9u1infd3snweeflvxzy/IMG_3053.jpg","width":1280}])
Harbor Day strongly believes that building the foundational skills of all math students is essential in developing competent and confident mathematicians.