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CHOOSING A PRIVATE SCHOOL for your child isn’t easy. There are scores of good schools to chose from and a countless number of factors that you need to consider. Co-ed or single gender? A school with a religious affiliation or not? What’s the educational philosophy and approach? Bethesda Magazine’s Private School Guide will help you to find the school that’s the best fit. In the following pages, we provide essential information on 34 schools. You’ll find the information you need to narrow your search and to start your exploration in a targeted and effective way. 76
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The Academy of the Holy Cross
Barrie School
4920 Strathmore Ave. Kensington, MD 20895 301-942-2100 www.ahctartans.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Girls Total number of students: 500 Average class size: 19 Student/teacher ratio: 11:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $24,800 Annual tuition for grade 12: $24,800 Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Ride-on Bus stop at school entrance; Metro 5-minute walk Number of AP courses offered: 17, Additionally we have a dual credit/dual enrollment program with Marymount University Varsity sports: Basketball, Bocce, Crew, Cross Country, Equestrian, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming/Diving, Tennis, Track, Volleyball Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: 8 (Musical, Dance, Vocal, Instrumental, Dramatic) Music ensembles: 1 Instrumental, 4 Vocal Accreditations/Affiliations: National Catholic Education Association, Middle States, Independent Education, International Baccalaureate Organization, Maryland State Department of Education Founded: 1868
13500 Layhill Road Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-576-2800 www.barrie.org Grades: 18 months - Grade 12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 300 Average class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: Lower School, 13:1; Middle-Upper School, 10:1 Religious affiliation: N/A Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Grade foreign language first offered: Primary Languages offered: Spanish, French, Chinese, Independent Study Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $18,500 Annual tuition for grade 12: $32,900 Students receiving financial aid: 47% Uniform: No Bus transportation: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 7 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 13 Varsity sports: Soccer, Volleyball, Cross Country, Basketball, Golf, Equestrian, Track & Field, Lacrosse Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Cross Country, Basketball, Equestrian Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: 2 Music ensembles: 5 Accreditations/Affiliations: American Montessori Society, Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington,Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, National Association of Independent Schools, Association of Maryland & DC Founded: 1932
The Auburn School, Silver Spring Campus 9115 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring MD 20910 301-588-8048 www.theauburnschool.org Grades: K-8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 65 Average class size: 10 Student/teacher ratio: 10:2 Religious affiliation: none Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Languages offered: Spanish Students receiving financial aid: 47% Uniform: no Bus transportation: no Teacher retention rate: 98% Theater productions per year: 1 Accreditations/Affiliations: AdvancEd/Mansef Founded: 2011
Beauvoir, the National Cathedral Elementary School 3500 Woodley Road NW Washington, DC 20016 202-537-6485 www.beauvoirschool.org Grades: PK-3 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 380 Average class size: 20 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: Episcopal Grade foreign language first offered: PK Languages offered: Spanish, additional options after school Lowest tuition for 5-day students: More than $1.7 million in grants were awarded last year to approximately 22% of Beauvoir students. Students currently receive grants ranging from
approximately 6% to 94% of the full tuition. Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 1 Accreditations/Affiliations: See www.beauvoirschool.org Founded: 1933
Bright Horizons at Democracy Center 6901 Rockledge Drive, Suite 100 Bethesda, MD 20817 240- 671-0700 www.brighthorizons.com/democracycenter Grades: Infant, Toddler, Preschool, Kindergarten Prep Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 147 Average class size: Student/teacher ratio: Infants and Toddlers 1:3 Twos 1:6; Preschool and Kindergarten Prep 1:10 Religious affiliation: None Tuition: Please inquire Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Special features: Catered lunch available, on-site playground, two indoor movement spaces Founded: Opening Fall 2018
Bullis School 10601 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-8500 www.bullis.org Grades: K-12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 835 Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Religious affiliation: None Languages offered: French, Spanish, Latin, Mandarin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $33,703 Annual tuition for grade 12: $43,131 Students receiving financial aid: 27% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes, throughout the metro area Teacher retention rate: 92% Number of AP courses offered: 17 Varsity sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cheerleading, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, Wrestling Interscholastic sports (middle): Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field,
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Guide Wrestling Number of art studios: 4, plus dance studio Theater productions per year: Upper School— four theater productions, plus dance shows and musical concert performances; Middle School— one plus dance shows and musical concerts; Lower School—four, plus musical concerts Music ensembles: Chorus, Chamber Singers, Concert Band, Jazz Workshop, Jazz Ensemble, Strings Accreditations/Affiliations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Maryland Department of Education, National Association of Independent Schools, Independent Education, Association of Independent Maryland Schools, Secondary School Admission Test Board, The Black Student Fund Founded: 1930
Charles E. Smith Jewish Day School Lower School: 1901 E. Jefferson St. Rockville, MD 20852 Upper School: 11710 Hunters Lane
Rockville, MD 20852 301-881-1400 www.cesjds.org Grades: JK-12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 960 Average class size: 17 Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 Religious affiliation: Open to all backgrounds and affiliations Seniors with National Merit recognition: 10% of class of 2018 Grade foreign language first offered: Dual language program in Hebrew begins in Kindergarten; others begin in grade 7 Languages offered: Hebrew, Spanish, Arabic Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $21,660 (Jr. Kindergarten), $27,070 (Lower school) Annual tuition for grade 12: $17,750 (seniors graduate in February); 6-11 tuition is $34,720 Students receiving financial aid: 49% Uniform: No Bus transportation: Yes
Number of AP courses offered: In keeping with the school’s educational philosophy, emphasizing personal academic discovery, creativity, and a deep exploration of course material, CESJDS does not offer Advanced Placement (AP) courses. However, students often elect to take AP exams. For the class of 2017, students took more than 50 AP exams. Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 91% Varsity sports: 12 Interscholastic sports (middle): 9 Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: 2 Music ensembles: 7 Accreditations/Affiliations: Association of Independent Maryland & DC Schools Founded: 1965
Concord Hill School 6050 Wisconsin Ave. Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301-654-2626 www.concordhill.org Grades: Preprimary (age 3) through grade 3
SCHOOL Rochambeau the french school Profile international • Enrollment
1,110
Grades
Age 2-grade 12 Student/Teacher Ratio
11:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
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Year Founded
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9600 Forest road bethesda, md 20814 7108 bradley blvd. bethesda, md 20817 3200 woodbine st. chevy chase, md 20815 301-530-8260 rochambeau.org
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For over 60 years, Rochambeau The French International School has been educating generations of multicultural, multilingual and internationally-minded students. Students can start as of age 2 in our French preschool without any prior knowledge of the French language*, and continue through high school (12th grade or Terminale) to graduate with both the French Baccalauréat and the High School diploma. Our comprehensive academic program is based on the French National Curriculum, with in addition a strong language program, allowing our students to master at least three languages at a native level: French, English and Spanish. Arabic and German are also offered. Rochambeau graduates gain access to the best universities in the U.S., Canada, U.K., France or anywhere in the world. Rochambeau is part of the global network of French schools (AEFE) allowing students to move with ease to any of the 500 schools around the world, and enjoy the same quality of the education. *Rochambeau welcomes non-French speaking students in a specially designed French Immersion program from age 2 through 3rd grade.
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Guide Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 100 Average class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: averages 6:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Preprimary (age 3)) Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $17,850 (Preprimary); $24,950 (Primary); $28,200 (K-Grade 3) Students receiving financial aid: 12% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Teacher retention rate: 91% Number of art studios: 1 Accreditations/Affiliations: AIMS/ IE, NAIS, NAEYC, Black Student Fund, Latino Student Fund Founded: 1965
Connelly School of the Holy Child 9029 Bradley Blvd.
Potomac, MD 20854 301-365-0955 www.holychild.org Grades: 6-12 Gender: Girls Total number of students: 320 Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic Seniors with National Merit Recognition: 1 Grade foreign language first offered: 7 Languages offered: Spanish, French (Latin in Grade 6) Lowest tuition for 5-day students: Upper School $32,950 Middle School $29,750 Annual tuition for grade 12: $32,950 Students receiving financial aid: 30% Annual applications per opening: 3 Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 11, plus 16
honors courses Varsity sports: Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Cross Country, Tennis, Basketball, Swim & Dive, Lacrosse, Softball, Track & Field, Equestrian Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Field Hockey, Basketball, Swim & Dive, Lacrosse, Softball, Equestrian Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 3 (with additional performing opportunities like Evening of the Arts) Music ensembles: 4-6 Accreditations/Affiliations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, The Maryland Department of Education, National Association for College Admission Counseling, the Potomac and Chesapeake Association for College Admission Counseling, the College Board, AIMS, Independent Education, Archdiocese of Washington, Black Student Fund, Holy Child Network of Schools, National Coalition of Girls’ Schools, Online School for Girls Founded: 1961
SCHOOL whittle school & studios • • • Profile 4000 connecticut ave. nw washington, dc 20008 202-417-3615
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Whittle School & Studios is the first truly modern institution providing a global education for students Preschool - Grade 12 with campuses in the world’s leading cities. Opening in Fall 2019 in Washington, D.C. and Shenzhen, China, it is a highly integrated learning community with an international faculty, which will grow to 30 campuses in the next 10 years. The curriculum design demonstrates a commitment to a global yet personalized education, led by a new type of teacher and set within an innovative campus, with an emphasis on interdisciplinary, projectbased and experiential learning. Whittle School & Studios is a language immersion school that will boast a diverse student body with day and boarding students engaging in global exchange and study abroad opportunities within the network. The campuses will work collaboratively through constant exchanges, creating an organization linked with a new collective intelligence unlike any single-site institution in the world. For more information, visit whittleschool.org.
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As the first truly global school, we are creating an innovative personalized approach to education. We have cultural and language immersion for day and boarding students so they can excel as global citizens. Accepting applications now at our Washington D.C. campus for September 2019. VISIT OR CALL OUR PARENT INFORMATION CENTER CALL 202 417 3615 FIND OUT MORE AT WHITTLESCHOOL.ORG
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Guide Geneva Day School 11931 Seven Locks Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-340-7704 www.genevadayschool.org Grades: 2 years old - Kindergarten Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 270 Average class size: 12-18 Student/teacher ratio: 3:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: 3 years old Languages offered: Spanish, Chinese Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $7,200 Students receiving financial aid: 5-10% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Teacher retention rate: 98% Accreditations/Affiliations: Maryland State Department of Education Office of Childcare, Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services, Maryland State Board of Education Kin-
dergarten Certification, Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education Certified Green School Founded: 1965
Georgetown Preparatory School 10900 Rockville Pike N. Bethesda, MD 20852 301-493-5000 www.gprep.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Boys Total number of students: 490 Average class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 Religious affiliation: Jesuit (Catholic) Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: 4 Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $37,215 Students receiving financial aid: 28% Uniform: Sport Coat and Tie Bus transportation: Bus transportation from the Grosvenor–Strathmore (Red Line) Metro stop.
Students commuting to Georgetown Prep from Virginia can take advantage of a new joint transportation option with Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart. Number of AP courses offered: 25 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 95% Varsity sports: Football, Soccer, Cross Country, Basketball, Wrestling, Hockey, Swimming & Diving, Winter Track, Baseball, Lacrosse, Track, Rugby, Tennis, Golf Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 3 Music ensembles: 3 Accreditations/Affiliations: Accreditation: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Maryland State Department of Education, Jesuit Province of Maryland Annual applications per opening: 3.5/1 Founded: 1789
German International School Washington D.C. 8617 Chateau Drive,
SCHOOL lady of Good Counsel Profile OUr high school Enrollment
1,288
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
22
Student/Teacher Ratio
13:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
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Year Founded
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Good Counsel is a Catholic school, dedicated to the vision of the Xaverian Brothers. We foster intellectual and spiritual growth, and nurture the unique talents of our diverse student body. We instill in our students the Xaverian values of humility, simplicity, compassion, zeal and trust, upon which the school is founded. Good Counsel offers an established IB Program (since 1995), AP courses, honors, and college-prep classes. Additionally, our STEM, St. Mary's Scholars, and Ryken Studies Programs prepare all levels of learners for success. Our 52-acre campus boasts 21st-century facilities, and our 1:1 iPad Program provides endless educational possibilities. The new 660-seat Performing Arts Center is home to awardwinning theater and music programs, nationally ranked speech and debate teams, dance classes, and more. Our campus ministry program offers service opportunities locally and internationally. There are more than 55 cultural and academic clubs and a nationally recognized athletic program to cultivate students’ interests. Lunch service and most textbooks are included in our tuition.
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Potomac, MD 20854 301-365-3807 www.giswashington.org Grades: age 2 - grade 12 Gender: Coeducational Total number of students: 500 Average class size: 16 (Elementary and Upper Schools) Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Religious affiliation: none Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Grade foreign language first offered: German in Pre-K, English in Grade 1 Languages offered: German, English, French, Spanish, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: 2-year-old (full day): $18,260 (half day also available) 3&4-year-old (full day): $15,150 (half-day also available) School Entry Level: $19,330 Grade 1-6: $20,310 Grade 7-9: $20,910
Grades 10-12: $21,510 Uniform: No Bus transportation: DC, MD, NOVA Teacher retention rate: 90% Number of AP courses offered: 5 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 95% Varsity sports (middle): Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Track & Field, Tennis Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming, Track & Field, Tennis Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 4 Music ensembles: Choir and Orchestra Accreditations/Affiliations: Accredited by the Federal Republic of Germany’s Central Office for Schools Abroad and approved by Maryland State Department of Education Founded: 1961
Green Acres School 11701 Danville Drive North Bethesda, MD 20852 301-881-4100 www.greenacres.org
Grades: Age 3 – Grade 8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 220 Average class size: 10-12 Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Pre-K Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $15,555 (Half-day Pre-K); $22,900 (Pre-K); $28,730 (Kindergarten); $37,970 (1st–8th Grade) Annual tuition for grade 12: N/A Students receiving financial aid: 40% Uniform: No Bus transportation: Yes Teacher retention rate: 90% Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Cross Country, Basketball, Softball Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: Multiple Music ensembles: Middle School Instrumental Ensemble; 4th Grade Chorus Founded: 1934
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Guide The Harbor School 7701 Bradley Blvd. Bethesda, MD 20817 301-365-1100 theharborschool.org Grades: Preschool (2.5) to Second Grade Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 72 Average class size: 12 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: None Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Grade foreign language first offered: Preschool Languages offered: Spanish, Mandarin, Greek, ASL Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $13,500 (Half-day); $22,500 (Full-day) Annual tuition for grade 12: N/A Students receiving financial aid: 28% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Teacher retention rate: 89% Number of AP courses offered: N/A
Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 2 Accreditations/Affiliations: AIMS, AISGW, NAIS, NBOA, PCW, WSSA Annual applications per opening: 2 Founded: 1934
Holton-Arms School 7303 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 301-365-5300 www.holton-arms.edu Grades: 3-12 Gender: Girls Total number of students: 665 Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: None Seniors with National Merit recognition: 38% Grade foreign language first offered: 3 Languages offered: Spanish, Chinese, Latin, French Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $42,975 Annual tuition for grade 12: $42,975
SCHOOL bullis school Guide • • Profile
Students receiving financial aid: 24% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 11 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 87% Varsity sports: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Diving, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball Number of art studios: 7 Theater productions per year: 2 Music ensembles: 17 Accreditations/Affiliations: Accreditations include Association of Independent Maryland Schools and the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools. Affiliations include National Association of Independent Schools, Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington, Association of Independent Maryland Schools, Parents Council of Washington, National Coalition of Girls Schools, National Middle School Association, Secondary School Admission Test Board, INDEX Founded: 1901
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10601 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-8500 www.bullis.org At Bullis, we believe the best
Enrollment
835
Grades
K-12
Average Class Size
15
Student/Teacher Ratio
7:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$43,131
Year Founded
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education is achieved by immersing students in academics, arts and athletics. Signature programs—in STEM, entrepreneurship, visual and performing arts, and humanities and global studies—give students unlimited opportunities to discover and develop academic strengths. Robust arts and athletics programs round out the educational experience for students from Kindergarten through grade 12. Bullis leads the way in 21st century educational approaches. Our unparalleled facilities include a new 70,000-sq-ft Discovery Center, home to the makerspace and Fab Lab in the BIT Lab, the entrepreneurship center known as the Innovation Lab, the Studio Theater, flexible and collaborative learning spaces, a café and other gathering spaces. These spaces help teachers engage student imagination. Located on 100-acre campus in Potomac, Bullis provides its highly diverse student body an educational environment to learn, grow, discover passions, reach potential and develop tools to succeed in college and beyond. Visit our middle and upper school open house on October 29, lower school open house on November 4, or take a campus tour.
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Massanutten Military Academy
11614 Seven Locks Road Rockville, MD 20854 301-469-0223 www.madduxschool.org Grades: PK-2 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 44-48 Average class size: 10-12 Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Religious affiliation: none Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $30,900 Students receiving financial aid: Please inquire Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 1 Teacher retention rate: Please inquire Accreditations/Affiliations: State approved curriculum Annual Applications per opening: Please inquire Founded: 2004
614 S. Main St. Woodstock, VA 22664 540-459-2167 www.militaryschool.com Grades: 6-12, Post Graduate Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 120 Average class size: 9 Student/teacher ratio: 9:1 Religious affiliation: None, but the school has relationships with religious organizations of nearly every faith. Grade foreign language first offered: 7 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Portuguese, Russian. Additional languages via online instruction. Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $10,000 (inclusive, Day Student); $30,000 (inclusive, 5-day boarding); $34,000 (inclusive, 7-day boarding) Annual tuition for grade 12: $32,000 (inclusive, 7-day boarding)
Students receiving financial aid: 20% Uniform: Military Styled Cadet Uniform Bus transportation: Boarding School Number of AP courses offered: 9 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 30. Although we offer AP courses, most cadets have switched to Dual Enrollment options that don’t require an AP exam. Varsity sports: Football, Basketball (Boys and Girls), Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball, Track, Cross Country, Wrestling, Tennis, Rifle, Raiders, Drill Team Number of art studios: 1 Music ensembles: Marching Band Accreditations/Affiliations: NAIS, VAIS, TABS, AMCSUS Founded: 1899
McLean School 8224 Lochinver Lane Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-8277 www.mcleanschool.org
Dance Model UN National Spelling Bee Writing Violin Anatomy Swimming Class Mayor Martial Arts Theater Printmaking Sculpture Soccer Robotics Politics Art Trumpet Graphic Design Basketball Chamber Singers Engineering Global Studies Track & Field Fencing Poetry Habitat for Humanity Football Girl Up Jazz Workshop Tech Club Community Service Ceramics Flute National Honor Society Peer Mentors Experiential Education GSA Softball Entrepreneurship Club Field Hockey Theater & Improv Sound Design Politics Chorus Tennis Chinese Painting Management Read-In Concert Band Debate Anatomy Strategic Games Marine Biology Science Fair Golf Illustration Economics Shakespeare Chemistry Concert Choir Softball Engineering Fencing Photography Yoga Tech Club Student Network Rock Climbing Health Student Newspaper Drawing Clarinet Lacrosse Painting Piano Conduct Review Board Jazz Band Music Theory UNICEF club Yearbook Student Ambassador “It’s Academic” Engineering Astronomy Club STEM Track & Field Math Day Basketball French Capstone Journalism Project-Based Learning Online Learning Spanish Physics String Ensemble Cheerleading Student Tutors Climbing Geo Bee National History Day Calculus Art Student Newspaper
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Guide Grades: K-12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 400 Average class size: 10 Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Grade foreign language first offered: Grade 3 Languages offered: Spanish, Latin, American Sign Language Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $25,990 Annual tuition for grade 12: $45,990 Students receiving financial aid: 36% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Teacher retention rate: 95% Number of AP courses offered: 12 Varsity sports: Volleyball, Softball, Lacrosse, Track & Field, Cross Country, Soccer, Wrestling, Basketball, Dance Interscholastic sports (middle): Volleyball, Softball, Lacrosse, Track & Field, Cross Country, Soccer, Wrestling, Basketball Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: 1 drama/comedy
per year, 1 musical per year, 2 musical concerts per division, talent shows Music ensembles: Strings Ensemble, Jazz Band, Rock, Pop & Blues Band, Chorus Accreditations/Affiliations: Maryland Department of Education, National Association of Independent Schools, Association of Independent Maryland Schools, Association of Independent Schools in Greater Washington, The Black Student Fund, Latino Student Fund, International Dyslexia Association, Learning Disabilities Association, Secondary School Admission Test Board, Association of Independent School Admission Professionals, National Business Officers Association Founded: 1954
The Nora School 955 Sligo Ave. Silver Spring MD 20910 301-495-6672 www.nora-school.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Co-ed
Total number of students: 65 Average class size: 8 Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $30,750 Annual tuition for grade 12: $31,360 Students receiving financial aid: 20% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Varsity sports: 4 Co-ed JV teams Number of art studios: 2 Music ensembles: 2 Accreditations/Affiliations: NAIS, AISGW and Middle States Accreditation Association Founded: 1964
Norwood School 8821 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 301-365-2595 www.norwoodschool.org
SCHOOL st. john’s college high school • • • Profile
2607 Military Road NW Chevy Chase, DC 20015 202-363-2316 www.stjohnschs.org St. John’s College High School is an independent,
Enrollment
1,140
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
21
Student/Teacher Ratio
12:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$19,925
Year Founded
1851
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Catholic, coeducational, college preparatory school. Rooted in the Lasallian tradition, we are committed to academic excellence and preparing young men and women for lives of leadership, achievement and service. St. John’s offers 24 AP and 16 honors courses, as well as a Scholars Program for gifted and talented students. Our dynamic 1:1 educational technology program, featuring iPads provided by the school at no additional cost, allows students to learn, produce and collaborate in a manner now commonplace at colleges across the country. Our graduates have a 100 percent college acceptance rate; the Class of 2018 earned more than $32 million in scholarships. We field 29 varsity teams that train with our full-time performance coaches and offer over 45 clubs and activities. Unique to St. John’s is the Cadet Corps, a century-old program that promotes leadership and teamwork, and the Entrepreneurial Center for Innovation and Leadership. We have invested approximately $30 million in recent improvements to our 28-acre campus, including the Donatelli Center for the Visual and Performing Arts (2016) and the Cap Mona Family Student Center (2017).
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Grades: PK-8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 440 Average class size: 10-12 Student/teacher ratio: 6 to 1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: pre-Kindergarten Languages offered: Spanish, French, Mandarin Chinese, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $21,400 Students receiving financial aid: 19% Uniform: Dress Code Bus transportation: Morning and afternoon routes available Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Basketball, Lacrosse, Baseball, Softball, Cross Country, Track & Field Number of art studios: 4 Theater productions per year: 2 (Fall Play and Spring Musical) Music ensembles: 4 (Choral, Strings, Band, Hand Bells)
Accreditations/Affiliations: AIMS, AISGW Founded: 1952
ONENESS-FAMILY MONTESSORI SCHOOL 6701 Wisconsin Ave. Chevy Chase, MD 20815 HIGH SCHOOL: 9411 Connecticut Ave. Kensington, MD 20895 301-652-7751 www.onenessfamilymontessorischool.org Grades: Ages 2 – Grade 12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 145 Average class size: 24 Student/teacher ratio: 12:1 Religious affiliation: Non-sectarian Grade foreign language first offered: PS Languages offered: Spanish and French Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $20,500 Annual tuition for grade 12: $31,500 Students receiving financial aid: 14%
Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of AP courses offered: 2 Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 3 Music ensembles: 2 Accreditations/Affiliations: International Montessori Council / American Montessori Society/NAIS Founded: 1988
Our Lady of Good Counsel High School 17301 Old Vic Blvd. Olney, MD 20832 240-283-3235 www.olgchs.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 1,228 Average class size: 22 Student/teacher ratio: 13:1 Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic
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Guide Seniors with National Merit recognition: National Merit Finalists: 4 National Merit Commended Scholars: 10 Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin, ASL Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $23,070 Annual tuition for grade 12: $23,070 Students receiving financial aid: 25% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Teacher retention rate: 96% Number of AP courses offered: 20 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 76% Varsity sports: 23 Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 2 Music ensembles: 11 Accreditations/Affiliations: AIMS/Middle States Annual applications per year: 800+ per year Founded: 1958
Our Lady of Mercy 9222 Kentsdale Drive
Potomac, MD 20854 301-365-4477 www.schoololom.org Grades: Pre K3 – 8th Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 216 Average class size: 14 (Pre K3 and Pre K4); 18 (K-8) Student/teacher ratio: 10:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic Grade foreign language first offered: Pre K4 Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $10,330 Annual tuition for grade 12: N/A Students receiving financial aid: 13% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: No Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Basketball, Cross Country, Track & Field, Baseball Number of art and broadcast studios: 2 - Art Studio, Mercy Broadcast Studio Theater productions per year: 1 Music ensembles: Beginner’s Band, Advanced
Band, Choir Accreditations/Affiliations: National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence, 1998 and 2009; AdvancED Founded: 1961
The Primary Day School 7300 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 301-365-4355 www.theprimarydayschool.org Grades: PK-2 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 125 Average class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Pre-K Languages offered: Spanish, Chinese, French Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $21,500 Students receiving financial aid: 11% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 1
SCHOOL Washington Episcopal School • • • Profile •
5600 Little Falls Parkway Bethesda, MD 20816 301-652-7878 admissions@w-e-s.org www.w-e-s.org
Enrollment
285
Grades
Nursery (age 3)-8 Average Class Size
14
Student/Teacher Ratio
7:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 8)
$35,640
Year Founded
1986
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Washington Episcopal School (WES) believes that learning should be joyful, because academic excellence and happy children belong together. An independent, co-educational school for students from Nursery through Grade 8, WES is committed to helping every child develop his or her fullest potential. Our skilled, caring and attentive teachers nurture the abilities and talents of each student. The broad and enriched curriculum builds knowledge and strengthens moral awareness, self-reliance and leadership. Our supportive community — true to Episcopal tradition — welcomes and celebrates a diversity of faiths and cultures. WES graduates are accepted, attend and seamlessly transition to a wide variety of top secondary schools. Here, children stand out without burning out. The best way for you to learn about WES is to visit and meet the students and faculty in-person. WES hosts two Open Houses in the winter and offers private tours throughout the year. Call today to schedule your visit!
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Music ensembles: twice a month Accreditations/Affiliations: AISGW/AIMS Founded: 1944
Randolph-Macon Academy 200 Academy Drive Front Royal, VA 540-636-5484 www.rma.edu Grades: 6-12, plus post graduate Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 305 Average class size: 13 Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 Religious affiliation: United Methodist Church Grade foreign language first offered: 7 Languages offered: Spanish, French and German Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $30,170 Annual tuition for grade 12: $40,090 Students receiving financial aid: 37.5% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: No Number of AP courses offered: 19
Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: N/A Varsity sports: 18 Interscholastic sports (middle): 8 Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 1 Music ensembles: 4 Accreditations/Affiliations: Accredited by VAIS (Virginia Association of Independent Schools) and SACS (Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, listed with the University Senate of the United Methodist Church. A Falcon Foundation School. A member of AMCSUS (Association of Military Colleges and Schools of the U.S.) Founded: 1892
Rochambeau, the French International School 9600 Forest Road Bethesda, MD 20814 301-530-8260 www.rochambeau.org Grades: Age 2-Grade 12 Gender: Co-ed
Total number of students: 1,121 Average class size: 20 Student/teacher ratio: 11:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Bilingual French/English program in all grades. Additional language in 3rd grade. Languages offered: Spanish, German, Arabic French Baccalaureate: 97% passed: 44% highest honors, 23% high honors, 18% honors Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $18,200 Annual tuition for grade 12: $24,500 Uniform: No Bus transportation: Yes Interscholastic sports: Soccer, Rugby, Basketball, Volleyball, Swimming Music ensembles: 1 Vocal Theater productions per year: 2 Accreditations/Affiliations: French Ministry of Education, State of Maryland Dept. of Education, International Option Baccalaureate Founded: 1955
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Washington Episcopal School students love to learn. They are challenged daily in a balanced, joyful environment that lets kids be kids. With teachers always instructing – from books, the latest technology, studios, hallways, and athletic fields – children reach new levels of achievement. Our students stand out without burning out out.
COME AND SEE FOR YOURSELF Admission Open Houses
December 8, 2018 – 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
January 26, 2019 – 9:30 - 11:30 a.m.
Call 301-652-7878 to schedule a visit today!
WASHINGTON EPISCOPAL SCHOOL An independent, co-educational school for Nursery – Grade 8 5600 Little Falls Parkway, Bethesda, MD 20816 | www.w-e-s.org
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Guide The Siena School 1300 Forest Glen Road Silver Spring, MD 20901 301-244-3600 www.thesienaschool.org Grades: 4-12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 130 Average class size: 10 Student/teacher ratio: 10:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $39,339 Annual tuition for grade 12: $41,250 Students receiving financial aid: 40% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Teacher retention rate: 97% Varsity sports: Soccer, Basketball, Volleyball, Tennis, Softball, Jiu Jitsu Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer,
Basketball, Flag Football, Cross County, Softball Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 2 Music ensembles: 2 Accreditations/Affiliations: NAIS, ISM, MSACS, IDA, LDA-MC Annual applications per opening: 8 Founded: 2006
St. Jane de Chantal 9525 Old Georgetown Road Bethesda, MD 20814 301-530-1221 www.dechantal.org Grades: PK - 8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 415 Average class size: 14 (Pre-K); 22 (K-8) Student/teacher ratio: 17:1 Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic Grade foreign language first offered: Grade 6 Languages offered: Spanish
Annual tuition: $7,257 Students receiving financial aid: 15% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: No Teacher retention rate: 85% for three consecutive years Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, basketball, baseball, softball, track & field, cross country, golf Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 4 Music ensembles: 5 (beginning band, advanced band, beginning choir, advanced choir, chimes) Accreditations/Affiliations: Archdiocese of Washington Year Founded: 1953
St. John’s College High School 2607 Military Road NW Chevy Chase, DC 20015 202-363-2316 Grades: 9-12
SCHOOL oneness-family montessori school • • • Profile •
6701 wisconsin ave. chevy chase, MD 20815 301-652-7751 admissions@onenessfamily. org www.onenessfamilymontessorischool.org
Enrollment
145
Grades
ages 2-grade 12 Average Class Size
24
Student/Teacher Ratio
12:1
Lowest Tuition for 5-day students:
At OFS our mission is igniting the spark in a new generation of courageous and capable leaders through a student-centered community of diversity, academic excellence and innovation in the Montessori tradition. Now with two campuses serving Washington, D.C.-area families who value student-centered learning and personal growth alongside academic rigor, OFS is a preschool through high school rooted in community, diversity and cutting-edge curriculum. Utilizing our time-tested unique curriculum, we equip and empower every student to cultivate their own highest potential, preparing them to succeed and lead in a changing, challenging world.
$20,500
Year Founded
1988
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Founded in 1789, Georgetown Preparatory School is America’s oldest Catholic boarding and day school for young men in grades nine through 12, and the only Jesuit boarding school in the country. Situated on 93 acres in beautiful suburban Washington, D.C., Prep’s mission is to form men of competence, conscience, commitment and compassion; men of faith and men for others. Prep’s campus features state-of-the-art academic, athletic and student centers, small classes and a curriculum that prepares its graduates to earn admission to the world’s best colleges and universities.
REGISTER ONLINE AT www.gprep.org/admissions
10900 ROCKVILLE PIKE | NORTH BETHESDA, MD 20852 | 301-493-5000 | WWW.GPREP.ORG
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Guide Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 1,140 Average class size: 21 Student/teacher ratio: 12:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic/Lasallian Tradition Seniors with National Merit recognition: 16 Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $19,925 Annual tuition for grade 12: $19,925 Students receiving financial aid: 38% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 24 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 76% Varsity sports: Baseball, Basketball, Crew (Fall and Spring), Cross Country, Equestrian Team, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey (Boys and Girls), Lacrosse, Rugby, Soccer, Softball, Swim and Dive, Tennis, Track & Field (Indoor and Outdoor), Volleyball, Wrestling Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 2-3
Music ensembles: 20 Accreditations/Affiliations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools, Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington Annual applications per opening: 4:1 Founded: 1851
St. Timothy’s School 8400 Greenspring Ave. Stevenson, MD 21153 410-486-7401 www.stt.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Girls Total number of students: 192 Average class size: 9 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: Episcopal Seniors with National Merit Recognition: 1 Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Mandarin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: Day students: $32,950
Boarding students: $58,300 Students receiving financial aid: 53% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: No Number of AP courses offered: St. Timothy’s offers the IB Diploma program Varsity sports: Soccer, Indoor Soccer, Field Hockey, Volleyball, Cross Country, Tennis, Swimming, Lacrosse, Softball, Basketball, Ice Hockey, Badminton, Golf, Equestrian Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Indoor Soccer, Field Hockey, Tennis, Golf, Basketball, Swimming, Lacrosse, Softball, Badminton, Cross Country, Equestrian Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 3 Music ensembles: A Capella, Choir, Handbell Choir, and opportunity for students to take music classes at the renowned Peabody Conservatory Accreditations/Affiliations: Middle States Association of Colleges and Secondary Schools, Association of Independent Maryland Schools, Approved by Maryland State Department of Edu-
SCHOOL westmoreland children’s center Guide • • • Profile PRIVATE SCHOOL
5148 massachusetts ave. bethesda, md 20816 301-229-7161 www.wccbethesda.com
Enrollment
142
Grades
Age 2-5 Average Class Size
12-15
Student/Teacher Ratio
12:3
Annual Tuition for 5-day Students
$18,000
Year Founded
1970
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A respect for children is the heart of WCC’s philosophy. We recognize and value each child’s individuality. We promote self-esteem and facilitate growth in each aspect of development. We provide emotional development for children by building confidence, trust and independence. We want children to enjoy the school experience, to feel good about transitioning from home to school. We help children learn how to join, understand and play in a group. We offer a curriculum rich in concrete experiences that expand a child’s knowledge and understanding. Through individual and group activities, skills in communication, language development, social studies, mathematics, science, pre-reading and problem solving are strengthened. We view play as an essential part of development to any child. In the context of imaginative play, children are able to set up, resolve social and emotional conflicts, extend their ideas about the world, and expand conversational skills. WCC is licensed and accredited by the State of Maryland and the Office of Child Care. WCC is the only NAEYC accredited preschool in the 20816 ZIP code.
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Where Others See Disabilities, McLean Sees Gifts. Help Your Child Discover Their Strengths. McLean School transforms lives. Our small classes and Abilities Modelâ„¢ prepare bright students K-12 including those with dyslexia, anxiety, attention, and organizational issues for college success. Potomac, Maryland 240.395.0698 admission@mcleanschool.org
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Guide cation, International Baccalaureate World School, National Association of Episcopal Schools, the Association of Boarding Schools, the Council of International Schools, National Coalition of Girls’ Schools Founded: 1832
Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart 9101 Rockville Pike Bethesda, MD 20814 301-657-4322 www.stoneridgeschool.org Grades: Preschool-Grade 12 Gender: Co-ed Preschool, Pre-K, K; All-girls Grades 1-12 Total student population: 720 Avg. class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: 11:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic Seniors with National Merit Recognition: National Merit Commended Scholars: 2 National Hispanic Recognition Program: 3
Grade foreign language first offered: Preschool (3 year-olds) Languages offered: French, Spanish, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $20,500 Annual tuition for Grade 12: $35,500 Uniform: Yes Bus: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 21 Students Scoring 3+ On AP Exams: 92% Varsity sports - high school: Basketball, Crew, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Swimming/Diving, Soccer, Softball, Squash, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Winter Indoor Track Club Level: Archery, Equestrian Interscholastic sports - middle school: Basketball, Cross Country Field Hockey, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Swimming, Softball, Tennis, Track And Field, Volleyball Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: 2 in upper school, 2 in middle school Music ensembles: Upper School Heartfelt (A
Cappella), Middle School RidgeSound (A Cappella), Chorus, Handbells, Instrumental Ensemble, Band, Orchestra and Junior Chorus Accreditations/Affiliations: AIMS, Middle States Associations Of Colleges And Schools, Network Of Sacred Heart Schools, National Catholic Education Association, National Association Of Independent Schools, National Coalition Of Girls Schools, National Association Of Principals Of Schools For Girls, Association For Supervision And Curriculum Development, Independent Education, National Association For The Education Of Young Children Founded: 1923
Washington Episcopal School 5600 Little Falls Parkway Bethesda, MD 20816 301-652-7878 www.w-e-s.org Grades: Age 3-Grade 8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 285 Average class size: 14
SCHOOL Beauvoir, The National School Profile Cathedral• Elementary • • 3500 Woodley Road NW washington, dc 20016 202-537-6485 www.beauvoirschool.org
Enrollment
380
Grades
PK-3
Average Class Size
20
Student/Teacher Ratio
6:1
Year Founded
1933
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Beauvoir is an independent elementary school located on the picturesque grounds of the Washington National Cathedral in Northwest Washington, D.C. A Pre-Kindergarten through Third Grade elementary school serving a coed population of approximately 380 students, Beauvoir focuses exclusively on the early childhood and early elementary years. All curricular goals, projects and community decisions, as well as the scale of the classrooms and Beauvoir Outdoors, are designed specifically for children under the age of 10. Beauvoir is French for “beautiful view” and we believe that the most effective education occurs when children are engaged, excited and motivated by a “beautiful view” of learning. For children to make the most of their education, they should be in an elementary school that values them, knows how to challenge and nurture them, and encourages their self-worth and sense of responsibility.
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SCHOOL International School Profile German Washington D.C. Enrollment
500
Grades
age 2-grade 12 Average Class Size
16
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$21,510
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GISW offers students a unique international perspective by combining the best of both U.S. and German academic education. Our students come from more than 20 countries to learn in both German and English within the classroom. Upon graduation, they receive a U.S. high school diploma and the German International Abitur; well-equipped to study at any university throughout the U.S., Germany or the world. We stress independent thinking and an inquiry-based approach to learning, provided in a warm and nurturing environment, located in a quiet Potomac neighborhood. Students gain fluency in at least two foreign languages, and study biology, chemistry and physics in our state-of-theart science building. Knowledge of German is not required for admission through lower elementary school grades. Extended care is available through Grade 9 until 5 p.m. and our school buses serve D.C., Maryland and Northern Virginia. One of 140 recognized German Schools Abroad worldwide, we offer an attractive and affordable alternative to other American independent schools. Visit our open house on Nov. 2, 2018 or call us to schedule a private tour.
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November 2 Beauvoir offers an extraordinary education designed for early learners.
AGE 2 - GRADE 12
Accepting applications for pre-kindergarten to third grade for the 2019-2020 school year.
To register or inquire:
301.767.3807 admissions@giswashington.org 3500 Woodley Road NW, Washington, DC 20016 www.beauvoirschool.org
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Guide Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: Episcopal Grade foreign language first offered: Age 4 Languages offered: French, Spanish, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $11,230 Annual tuition for Grade 8: $35,640 Students receiving financial aid: 23% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: No Teacher retention rate: Average tenure of 15 years Interscholastic Sports: Soccer, Cross Country, Basketball, Lacrosse, Track, Swimming Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: Every grade performs at least once/year for entire school Accreditations/Affiliations: Association of Independent Maryland Schools; Mid-Atlantic Episcopal Schools Association; National Association of Episcopal Schools; National Association of Independent Schools; Independent Education; Black and Latino Student Fund. Founded: 1986
Westmoreland Children’s Center 5148 Massachusetts Ave. Bethesda, MD 20816 301-229-7161 www.wccbethesda.com Grades: age 2-5 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 142 Average class size: 12 to 15 Student/teacher ratio: 12:3 Religious affiliation: None Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $18,000 for full day Uniforms: No Bus Transportation: No Teach retention rate: 97% Accreditations/Affiliations: NAEYC Accredited Founded: 1970
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5300 Wisconsin Ave. NW Washington, DC 20015 Whittle School & Studios (campus opening Fall 2019) 4000 Connecticut Ave. NW Washington, DC 20008 202-417-3615 mydcadmission@whittleschool.org www.whittleschool.org Grades: Preschool - Grade 12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 2,500 students at full capacity Average class size: 15 (Preschool & lower school); 18 (Middle & upper school) Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Language immersion programs will begin in Pre-K, with the goal of every Whittle School & Studios graduate developing a high level proficiency in a second language Languages offered: Chinese, Spanish (Other languages offered through our Studios Program)
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13500 Layhill Road Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-576-2800 www.barrie.org/admission
Enrollment
300
Grades
18 months-grade 12 Average Class Size
16
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$32,900
Year Founded
1932
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Located on 45 acres in Silver Spring, just minutes from the ICC and Glenmont Metro, Barrie combines a natural setting of woods, trails, streams, stables and ponds with thoughtfully designed, award-winning learning environments, performance spaces and athletics facilities. Through Barrie Montessori (age 18 months-Grade 5) and Barrie Prep (Grades 6-12), we emphasize academic and personal excellence. We nurture students who are intellectually curious, socially engaged and prepared to take on the challenges of college and life. Barrie students are known and valued as individuals. From our youngest toddlers to our graduating seniors, Barrie provides a balance of autonomy, responsibility and personal attention in an environment that emphasizes academic and personal excellence. Also home to Barrie Camp and the Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies.
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SCHOOL day school Profile The primary • • •
7300 River road bethesda, md 20817 301-365-4355 www.theprimarydayschool.org
Enrollment
125
Grades
Pk-2
Average Class Size
16
Student/Teacher Ratio
8:1
Year Founded
1944
The Primary Day School is a nondenominational, diverse, coeducational, independent school for children in pre-kindergarten through grade 2. These are the four most crucial learning years of their lives, a time when they are ready for quantum leaps of development. At Primary Day, everything we do focuses on helping young children flourish both academically and emotionally during this vitally important time of life. The Primary Day curriculum is designed specifically to engage young learners. Children gain essential building blocks in reading, writing, phonovisual, mathematics, science, STEM, world languages, social studies, music and art, creating a firm foundation for ongoing school success and continued personal growth. Primary Day provides enrichment after-care options for families. Individual tours and parent interviews with our head of school are offered during the school day and open houses are hosted in October, December and January. We also invite you to join our popular Ultimate STEM Event, scheduled in November and February. For additional information about Primary Day, please call 301-365-4355, email us at admission@ theprimarydayschool.org or visit our website at www.theprimarydayschool.org.
Extraordinary Environment for Learning Come Visit Us! Montessori Open House 18 months - Grade 5 October 13 11:00am Prep Open House Grades 6-12
September 28 9:00am
NEW FOR 2018-19! • Newly renovated Montessori building and Maker Space • New STEAM courses for Middle and High School including planetary and marine science Barrie School 13500 Layhill Road, Silver Spring, MD Convenient to the ICC and Glenmont Metro
barrie.org
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8821 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 301-841-2130 www.norwoodschool.org
Enrollment
440
Grades
PK-8
Average Class Size
10-12
Student/Teacher Ratio
6:1
Lowest Tuition for 5-day Students
$21,400
Year Founded
1952
At Norwood School, we believe that families shouldn’t have to choose between challenging academics and a joyful community. It begins with a simple promise: your child will be known. When students are known, teachers can design learning experiences that stretch without stress. When students are known, they are best able to learn. This is because they feel comfortable asking big questions, taking on advanced challenges, and, most importantly, becoming their true selves. At Norwood School, education expands beyond academics to tap a full range of intellectual, artistic, athletic, social and emotional potential, allowing our students to develop a deep sense of who they are and who they want to be. We are a warm and welcoming community where the voice of every student is heard, and where caring adults model a love for learning and a responsibility for making positive contributions to our world. The result? A vibrant community of students who love coming to school each day. Life-long learners who are confident, curious and creative. Ethical and compassionate leaders who have the skills and values necessary to actively engage in high school and in the wider world.
2 yrs. old—Kindergarten Full & Half Days Summer Camp Contact us to schedule a personal tour
BE KNOWN At Norwood School, it begins with a simple promise: Your child will be known. When students are known, they are best able to learn. This is because they feel comfortable to ask big questions, to take on advanced challenges, and most importantly...to become their true selves.
Open House - November 10, 1:00-3:00 p.m. An independent day school for children in grades PK-8. 8821 River Road, Bethesda Maryland www.norwoodschool.org
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SCHOOL holton-arms school Profile Guide • • • PRIVATE SCHOOL
7303 River Road Bethesda, MD 20817 301-365-5300 admit@holton-arms.edu www.holton-arms.edu
Enrollment
Holton’s Global Education curriculum prepares
665
Grades
3-12
Average Class Size
15
Student/Teacher Ratio
6:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$42,975
Year Founded
1901
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students to become agents of positive change locally, nationally and globally. Across all three divisions, the school creates opportunities inside and outside the traditional classroom for students to explore the world, develop disciplinary and interdisciplinary expertise, recognize and understand multiple perspectives, and discover their potential to impact their own communities and beyond. In 2014, Holton established the Global Scholars Honors Designation to encourage and recognize Upper School students interested in global learning. To earn the designation, students must: STUDY four-years of a World Language: Chinese, French, Latin or Spanish COMPLETE the Grade 11 Global Perspectives Class TRAVEL on a school-led Global Education Journey to China, India or Peru at the end of junior year CONDUCT a Senior Project on one of the U.N.’s Sustainable Development Goals As a result of making Global Education an institutional priority, thinking globally is part of the culture at Holton. Our students graduate with greater self-knowledge, which influences their commitment to intellectual curiosity, affects their worldview and inspires their leadership well into the future.
Massanutten Military Academy
Who is a Holton girl?
614 S. Main St. Woodstock, VA 22664
Non Nobis Solum - Not for Ourselves Alone • • • • • • • •
Co-Ed Middle & High School Boarding Day, 5-Day & 7-Day Boarding Options 100% College Acceptance All Cadets take STEM 2018 Virginia State Rifle Champions Army JROTC Rolling Admissions for 2018-2019! College Counselor on Site
Admissions @militaryschool.com 540-459-2167 Opt 1 www.militaryschool.com
Sound like anybody you know?
a Holton girl is someone who: Loves to learn Is eager to explore Might be an artist, athlete, scholar, or all three Works hard, yet knows how to have fun Hears our motto, “I will find a way or make one,” and thinks, yes, that’s me! •
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SCHOOL school Profile green acres • •
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11701 Danville Drive North Bethesda, MD 20852 301-881-4100 info@greenacres.org www.greenacres.org
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Voted “Best K–8 School” by Bethesda Magazine’s readers in 2014 and named “A Top Vote Getter” in 2016 and 2018, Green Acres School is among the nation’s foremost progressive schools. Green Acres School ignites a love of learning in every child, providing students with meaningful, rigorous challenges that empower them to tap into their intellect, curiosity, compassion, determination and innate joy for learning. Teachers at Green Acres are experts in education and child development. They skillfully blend innovation, brain research and tradition to help students develop into determined makers and risk takers, and driven learners. Green Acres graduates find success in high school, college and beyond, using their solid intellectual foundation, creativity and strong ethical framework to emerge as leaders in a wide variety of disciplines. Located on 15 wooded acres in North Bethesda, learning at Green Acres extends into the forest and streams—particularly advantageous for STEAM learning across all divisions—playgrounds and athletic fields. The school was named a Maryland Green School in 2015; its campus also features a greenhouse. To register for an open house, go to www.greenacres.org/visit.
Enrollment
220
Grades
age 3-Grade 8 Average Class Size
10-12
Student/Teacher Ratio
5:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 8)
$37,970
Year Founded
1934
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North ethesda, he heart of the
The world’s greatest achievements didn’t happen on the first try. Why should it be any different for students at school?
Join us for
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A Green Acres education is hands on—not heads down. Come discover how our progressive educational framework promotes innovation, intellectual risk taking, and the confidence to approach the most demanding of academic challenges with creativity and vigor. Visit us this Fall! Wed., Oct. 10, 8:30-10 AM: Squish, Squash, Splash! (Ages 2-6) Sun., Oct. 28, 1:30-3:30 PM: Discovery Day at Green Acres www.greenacres.org | 301.881.4100 | Age 3–Grade 8
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Empowering leaders to serve with faith, intellect, and confidence.
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SCHOOL School Profile St. Timothy’s • • 8400 Greenspring Ave. Stevenson, MD 21153
Enrollment
192
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
9
Student/Teacher Ratio
6:1
Annual Tuition for 5-day Students Day students: $32,950 Boarding students: $58,300 Year Founded
1832
410-486-7401
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St. Timothy's School is a private boarding and day school for girls in grades 9 through 12. St. Timothy's offers the worldrenowned International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (DP) for grades 11 and 12, and Middle Years Program (MYP) for grades 9 and 10. Our goal is to prepare students for lives of meaning and consequence by providing a comprehensive and flexible academic program in a supportive, richly resourced and beautiful setting. The school's residential structure enables faculty to support students in their personal, social and intellectual development. Boarding and day students, as well as our parents, alumnae and friends, appreciate the individual attention, the community atmosphere, the spiritual richness and the high standards that characterize the St. Timothy's experience. The academic program fosters excellence in all disciplines within the liberal arts tradition. Faculty members guide students in mastering skills, acquiring knowledge, and thinking critically, creatively and independently. The school strives to help girls achieve their potential not only intellectually, but also artistically, athletically and morally, so that they may lead responsible and fulfilling lives.
Gain a Global Perspective St. Timothy’s School is a girls boarding and day school located in Stevenson, Maryland, offering the worldrenowned International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (dp) for grades 11 and 12 and Middle Years Program (myp) for grades 9 and 10. FA L L O P E N H O U S E 1 1 : 0 0 A M , S AT U R D AY, OCTOBER 20, 2018 LEARN MORE! A D M I S @ S T T. O R G 4 1 0 · 4 8 6 ·74 0 1 , W W W. S T T. O R G
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SCHOOL school Profile the nora • •
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955 Sligo Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-495-6672 www.nora-school.org
Enrollment
65
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
8
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$30,750
Year Founded
1964
Think differently. At The Nora School, these are words we take to heart. This intentionally small, personal, college preparatory high school works to bring out the best in bright students with diverse learning styles. Students turn to us because they’ve become frustrated in large, impersonal institutions, while others seek a richer, more engaging education without the emphasis on standardized testing. In our discussion-based classrooms, we inspire a critical world view, and students find their voice in an intellectually rigorous, accepting, nurturing environment. With a thought-provoking curriculum, inclusive sports and arts programs, Intersession, mindfulness and more, The Nora School helps students find their unique paths and prepare for college, work and life. Building deep connections between the faculty and students, we encourage responsibility and build confidence and excitement about learning. We’ve expanded, offering more curriculum choices and openings for more students! Discover the essence of our school. RSVP for an open house or call us to arrange a visit. Come see how our students thrive. Celebrating the same mission for over 50 years. Think Differently.
St. Jane de Chantal School Catholic Education for Children Pre-K through Grade 8 • Christ-centered education in nurturing environment • Highest retention rate of ADW schools • Smartboard technology in all classrooms • 1 to 1 Chrome Books in Middle School • Music, Art, PE, Computer, and Spanish language classes • STEM Enrichment • Morning and After Care
Join us for our O PEN HOUSE November 12 9:00-11:30 AM
• Resource Program
Thanks to our supporters who voted for De Chantal!
Visit us at www.dechantal.org 9525 OLD GEORGETOWN RD
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SCHOOL Profile OUr Lady• of mercy•
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9222 Kentsdale Drive Potomac, MD 20854 301-365-4477 www.schoololom.org
Enrollment
216
Average Class Size
14 (pre k3 and Pre K4); 18 (K-8)
Student/teacher ratio
10:1
Annual Tuition (for 5-day students)
$10,330
Year Founded
1961
At Mercy, we recognize and respect the developmental uniqueness of young adolescents and are committed to the success of every student. Character development, faith formation and personalized instruction are fundamental to a Mercy education. Our students enter high school self-confident, willing to take on challenges and eager to engage in leadership opportunities. Mercy is a two-time recipient of the National Blue Ribbon School of Excellence award and consistently meets the qualifying criteria with student achievement placing in the top 15th percent nationally. We provide a rigorous academic program that engages and challenges students at all levels, while recognizing and responding to individual needs. Check out our website at www.schoololom.org for information on our open house and private tours. We encourage you to schedule a visit and see first-hand what it is like to be a member of the Mercy Pride, where collaborative learning is practiced, problem-solving is encouraged and academic excellence is realized.
Building Strong Foundations for Learning and Friendship
BE INSPIRED. BE CHALLENGED. BE YOU. Character development, faith formation, and personalized instruction are fundamental to a Mercy education. Stop by this fall and discover the difference! OPEN HOUSE Thursday, October 4th K-8: 8:30-10:00 am Pre K 3 & 4: 10:00-11:00 am
The Maddux School
Pre-K through Second Grade Offering an innovative curriculum targeting social skills, self-esteem, and academic success.
PRIVATE TOURS Monday – Friday; all grade levels SHADOW THE PRIDE DAYS Monday – Friday; all grade levels Full or half day
Register here: schooloffice@olom.org or 301-365-4477
11614 Seven Locks Road · Rockville, MD 301-469-0223
www.madduxschool.org
A co-educational, Catholic school located in Potomac, Maryland.
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SCHOOL Auburn School, Profile The Silver Spring Campus •
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The Auburn School grows
Grades
K-8
Average Class Size
10
Student/Teacher Ratio
10:2
Year Founded
2011
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9115 Georgia Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-588-8048 info@theauburnschool.org www.theauburnschool.org
Enrollment
the social and academic potential of bright students with social and communication challenges. The Auburn School is an independent day-school with a specialized program that offers a stimulating educational program for intellectually engaged students with challenges in the areas of communication, socialization, language and organization. Auburn’s program simultaneously supports the development of academic skills, social competency and pragmatic language in an engaging educational environment. Our program is appropriate for students who can learn successfully and appropriately in a small classroom setting. The Auburn School integrates social skills and pragmatic language development throughout the curriculum and school day using research-based programs and educational best-practices, and provides a challenging academic curriculum featuring multi-sensory instruction, research-based curriculum and appropriate student accommodations. The Auburn School has campuses in Silver Spring, Fairfax, Virginia and Baltimore.
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CURIOSITY
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6050 Wisconsin Ave | Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301-654-2626 | www.concordhill.org
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To schedule a visit, please contact SUSAN ARZT, Director of Admission & Financial Aid at 301.654.2626 or sarzt@concordhill.org
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SCHOOL Profile the siena• school•
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1300 Forest Glen Road Silver Spring, MD 301-244-3600 www.thesienaschool.org
Enrollment
130
Grades
4-12
Average Class Size
10
Student/Teacher Ratio
10:1
Lowest Tuition for 5-day students
$39,339
Year Founded
2006
Siena is known for providing individualized reading/language remediation through daily reading classes offering explicit, systematic instruction in the five essential skills identified by the National Reading Panel: phonemic awareness, phonics, fluency, vocabulary and comprehension. Our focus is bright, creative, college-bound students in grades 4-12, with mild to moderate language-based learning differences. At Siena, a critical component of our engaging and successful learning environment is the value we place on an interdisciplinary curriculum, packed with experiential learning and integrated arts. Siena’s arts program includes substantial experiences in the fine and performing arts. Courses in history and literature are connected thematically and topically, and other subjects draw on the themes and topics covered in the humanities. Through highly individualized, research-based, multisensory instruction and curriculum-related field trips, our students develop critical thinking skills and acquire the tools and strategies needed to become successful and independent learners, prepared for college. The Siena School is conveniently located on Forest Glen Road in Silver Spring, off the Beltway, just past Holy Cross Hospital and near the Forest Glen Metro station.
I am living the big and small moments of my life with courage and compassion.
I am a Lady of the Academy. OR AN JOIN US F
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All-Girls, Grades 9-12 4920 Strathmore Ave, Kensington MD • 301.942.2100 w w w .A cAd e my O f T h e h O ly c r O s s . O r g
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CHARLES E. SMITH JEWISH DAY SCHOOL CESJDS is a JK-12 independent school that engages students in an exemplary and inspiring general and Jewish education. Students grow in an expansive and dynamic learning environment full of opportunities, and develop into confident, creative thinkers who engage the world through Jewish values. Teacher:Student Ratio: 8:1
Average Class Size: 17 25 Upper School electives courses including: Coding, Robotics, Sports Medicine, Intro to Guitar, and Sculpture
UNIQUE .
Your Child. Our School.
DISCOVER THE HARBOR DIFFERENCE:
- 6:1 Student to Teacher Ratio - Differentiated & Individualized Instruction - Interdisciplinary Learning Through Inquiry - Makerspace Whole Child Curriculum:
Social Emotional | Physical | Academic Art, Music, PE, World Languages, STEM, Mindfulness
50+ zip codes around DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia are represented by our community
6 sports teams won PVAC championships during the 2017-2018 school year schedule a tour:
301.692.4870
admission@cesjds.org
Lower School (JK-5) 1901 East Jefferson Street Rockville, MD
www.cesjds.org
301.365.1100 7701 Bradley Blvd Bethesda, MD 20817
Upper School (6-12) 11710 Hunters Lane Rockville, MD
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Age 2.5 – Grade 2
theharborschool.org
THERE’S A POWER WITHIN YOU.
Grades 6-12, Co-ed Boarding & Day | College Prep & Air Force JROTC
INSPIRE THE RISE WITHIN. OPEN HOUSES: OCTOBER 8 & NOVEMBER 12 WWW.RMA.EDU | 540-636-5484 106
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We BELIEVE an individualized, challenging, and joyful approach to education creates the next generation of female leaders. OPEN HOUSE: OCTOBER 27, 2018 www.holychild.org