About
Welcome to Chadds Ford Elementary School! Guided by our district's vision of leading through excellence in education, we are deeply committed to our mission to empower each student to succeed in life and contribute to society. We strive daily to deliver a superior school experience where students truly want to be, cultivating a people-centered culture built on a profound sense of belonging, strong character, and gratitude. Through vibrant, collaborative partnerships between our dedicated staff and families, we support whole-child development to ignite creativity, critical thinking, and a lifelong passion for learning. Whether you are a prospective family, a neighbor, or looking to learn more, we invite you to discover our wonderful school and experience firsthand the incredible "Charger Pride" spirit that unites our community!
Our Administration
Contact Us
Chadds Ford Elementary School
3 Baltimore Pike
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Chadds Ford, PA 19317
Phone: 610-388-1112
Fax: 610-388-8481
History
CFES originally opened as the Chadds Ford Consolidated School in 1925. It merged with the Unionville Schools in 1954 and transitioned to serve elementary students exclusively. The school celebrated it's centennial year in 2025-26, with a school-wide bash and parents' night out!
Art Show & Sale
CFES has strong ties with our local art community. Each year, the CFES PTO hosts the Chadds Ford Art Show and Sale in March. Local artists from around the region display and sell original and printed pieces of art. Proceeds from this event benefit our students and school projects.
May Fair
The May Fair was once known as May Day. It was first held on Saturday, May 21, 1949 and included events such as square dancing, crowning of the May Queen, and the May Pole Dance. The May Fair continues today and still features many of these activities. Our annual May Fair is not only a day of fun for students, but also a time for our entire school to reflect on our rich history, which we hold so dear.