Community School of Naples (CSN), an independent, college preparatory day school, was founded in 1982 by a group of parents seeking to establish a quality, independent school close to home.

By 1984, CSN had grown to more than 90 students in K-8^th grade. Three million was raised in order to construct the first five classroom buildings.

Under the leadership of Headmaster James Landi, Community School strategically planned for the future. During this period, we would see the rise of CSN's most iconic building.

The current Middle School building opened in 2000. By this time, the total enrollment of the school had risen to 500 students.

Following the worldwide financial crisis of 2008, CSN’s total enrollment fell below 700.  During this same period, the school began its International Program with five Chinese students hosted by CSN families.

The school facilities continued to expand as the Humanities Wing of the Upper School was opened in the fall of 2012.  A new five-year Strategic Plan was launched in January 2014.

The now iconic Student Union building opened in February of 2017, offering meaningful spaces to students, parents, and staff alike.

In 2020, CSN added more innovative and impressive spaces to its campus. From chemistry labs to turf stadiums, the CSN campus began to take its modern form. 

In 2022, two new groundbreaking spaces were added to campus. A modern dining hall for the Lower School, and a state-of-the-art fitness center.

In the Summer of 2025, Paul Selvidio was appointed as the Head of School. As a parent, teacher, coach, and administrator, Paul brings expertise and a unique perspective to the role.