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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 32 schools. You’ll find the information you need to narrow your search and to start your exploration in a targeted and effective way. 140
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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 32 schools. You’ll find the information you need to narrow your search and to start your exploration in a targeted and effective way. 140
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The Academy of the Holy Cross
4920 Strathmore Ave. Kensington, MD 20895 301-942-2100 www.ahctartans.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Girls Total number of students: 450 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: $26,300 Annual tuition for grade 12: $26,300 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
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 Lowest tuition for 5-day students: Please inquire 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
Barrie School
13500 Layhill Road Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-576-2800 www.barrie.org Grades: 12 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: $33,230 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
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: 390 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: $37,500 Students receiving financial aid: More than $1.7 million in grants were awarded last year to approximately 24% of Beauvoir students. Students currently receive grants ranging from
approximately 3% to 96% 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: Varies by age 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, onsite playground, two indoor movement spaces Founded: September 2018
Bullis School
10601 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-8500 www.bullis.org Grades: K-12 Gender: Co-ed Lower School Enrollment: 87 Middle School Enrollment: 184 Upper School Enrollment: 545 Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Languages offered: French, Spanish, Latin, Mandarin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $35,050 Annual tuition for grade 12: $44,280 Students receiving financial aid: 39% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes, throughout the metro area Teacher retention rate: 92% AP courses offered: 21 US Varsity sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey, Lacrosse, Soccer, Softball, Swimming, Tennis, Track & Field, Volleyball, Wrestling MS Interscholastic sports: Baseball, Basketball, Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Lacrosse,
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Guide Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Track & Field, Wrestling Number of art studios: 4, plus dance studio, 2 makerspaces Music ensembles: chorus, chamber singers, concert band, concert choir, jazz ensemble, jazz workshop, string ensemble, winter and musicals and ensembles LS Arts: Grade-based theatrical productions, 5th Grade Musical, visual arts classes & shows, movement classes, general music class and band, string, and choral ensembles. All groups perform several times during the school year. MS Arts: Grade 6 & 7 students participate in Visual Arts classes and shows and one Performing Arts class (choices: band, strings, chorus, dance, theater). Grade 8 students choose a Major and Minor area of the arts in which to delve more deeply. US Arts: Students may pursue an Honors Capstone. Arts students participate in multiple shows and performances during the course of the year. US courses offered in Music, Audio Engineering, Theater, Dance, and Visual Arts. Accreditations/Affiliations: Middle States As-
sociation 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: 910 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 2019 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: $22,630 (Jr. Kindergarten) $28,290 (Lower school) Annual tuition for grade 12: $18,550 (seniors graduate in February); 6-11 tuition is $36,280 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
school SCHOOL green acres • • • Profile
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11701 Danville Drive North Bethesda, MD 20852 301-881-4100 info@greenacres.org www.greenacres.org Celebrating its 85th anniversary
Enrollment
215
Grades
age 3-Grade 8 Average Class Size
11
Student/Teacher Ratio
7:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 8)
$38,730
Year Founded
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this year, Green Acres School is among the nation’s foremost—and one of the area’s original—progressive schools. Founder Alice Mendham Powell believed that education was the engine of social change, and so she set out to build a school that would give children a voice, empower them to think critically and inventively about real-world problems, and equip them with the skills they would need to participate fully in democracy. This legacy of engaged citizenship and academic excellence continues today at Green Acres and is bolstered by the school’s commitment to inclusion and diversity, social justice, service learning, and environmental stewardship. 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 an oasis of pristine forest, outdoor pathways, gardens, and streams—particularly advantageous for STEAM learning across all divisions—as well as playgrounds and athletic fields. Green Acres was named a MAEOE Maryland Green School in 2015 and 2019; the campus also features a greenhouse. To learn more, go to www.greenacres.org/visit.
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Learning! Green Acres School Founder,
Alice Mendham Powell
Green Acres School
Ultimately, our world and our country will be in our students’ hands, and they will either step forward as doers and leaders or they will cede these roles to others.”
“People at Green Acres are always encouraging you to take the lead. It doesn’t matter that you’re a kid—
you’re not too young to change the world.”
-Julia ’22
- Peter Klam, Middle School Head “My experiences at Green Acres helped me develop
my awareness of injustices in the world.”
At Green Acres, we learned to treat all
human beings with dignity and respect.
- Jacob ’14
- Michael ’14 Experience
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WEDNESDAY, 10/16/19 – SQUISH, SQUASH, SPLASH! (AGES 2-6, 8:30-10 AM) SUNDAY, 10/20/19 – DISCOVERY DAY (1:30-3:30 PM) MONDAY, 11/11/19 – ADMISSION OPEN HOUSE (9-11:30 AM) GREEN ACRES SCHOOL 11701 Danville Drive | North Bethesda, MD 20852 | 301.881.4100 www.greenacres.org | admission@greenacres.org
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Guide 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
Primary: $24,950 K-Grade 3: $27,250 Students receiving financial aid: 9% 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
Concord Hill School
6050 Wisconsin Ave. Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301-654-2626 www.concordhill.org Grades: Preprimary (age 3) through grade 3 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 90 Average class size: 15 Student/teacher ratio: averages 7:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Preprimary (age 3) Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: Preprimary: $16,950
Feynman School
11810 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-770-4370 www.feynmanschool.org Grades: PS-8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 115 Average class size: 12 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Teacher retention rate: 6:1 Religious affiliation: None Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Grade foreign language first offered: Preschool
Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $18,936 Students receiving financial aid: 45 Uniform: No Bus transportation: N/A Number of AP courses offered: No Interscholastic sports (middle): N/A Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 1 Music ensembles: 1 Accreditations/Affiliations: NAGC; National Consortium of Secondary STEM Schools (NCSSS) Annual applications per opening: 3 Founded: 2009
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: 250 Average class size: 15
SCHOOL Rochambeau the french Profile international school Enrollment
1,110
Grades
Age 2-grade 12 Student/Teacher Ratio
11:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$24,050
Year Founded
1955
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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 Student/teacher ratio: 4:1, 8:1 – varies by age Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: 3 years old Languages offered: Spanish, Chinese, Farsi Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $7,640 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 Kindergarten Certification, Maryland Association for Environmental and Outdoor Education Certified Green School, Maryland State Childcare Association Founded: 1965
Georgetown Hill Early School 9905 Counselman Road Potomac, MD 20854
301-527-1377 www.georgetownhill.com Grades: Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Before and After Care Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 140 Average class size: Infants: 6, Toddlers: 9, Twos: 12, Threes: 20, Fours: 20 Student/teacher ratio: Infants & Toddlers: 1-3, Twos:1-6, Threes & Fours: 1-10 Religious affiliation: None Age or Grade foreign language first offered: 3+ Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: Varies by age Uniform: No Bus transportation: For school age children Accreditations/Affiliations: MSDE, EXCELS, NAEYC Annual applications per opening: varies Founded: 1980 by Ellen Cromwell
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: $38,330 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
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
6:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 8)
$36,750
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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& 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 Potomac, MD 20854 301-365-3807 www.giswashington.org Grades: age 2 - grade 12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 540 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): $18,950 (half day also available); 3 & 4-year-old (full day): $15,740 (half-day also available); School Entry Level: $20,000; Grade 1-6: $ 21,000; Grade 7-9: $ 21,700; Grades 10-12: $ 21,700 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: 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: Gender Inclusive Total number of students: 215 Average class size: 11 Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Pre-K Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $15,870 (Half-day Pre-K)
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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 Daily Private Tours
Schedule by phone 301-652-7878 or email admissions@w-e-s.org
Open Houses
December 7 • 9:30 a.m. January 25 • 9:30 a.m. RSVP at www.w-e-s.org/admissions
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 $24,230 (Pre-K) $29,310 (Kindergarten) $33,980 (1st Grade) $38,730 (2nd–8th Grade) Annual tuition for grade 12: N/A Students receiving financial aid: 50% Uniform: No Bus transportation: Yes Teacher retention rate: 75% 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
Lowell School
1640 Kalmia Road NW Washington, DC 20012 202-577-2000 www.lowellschool.org Grades: PK-8 Gender: Co-ed
Total number of students: 340 Average class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: None Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Grade foreign language first offered: Kindergarten Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $19,340 (Half day, Pre-Primary) Students receiving financial aid: 1/3 Uniform: No Bus transportation: Yes Interscholastic sports: Co-ed Cross Country, Boys Soccer, Girls Soccer, Boys Basketball, Girls Basketball, Co-ed Swimming, Co-ed Jr. Track & Field, Co-ed Sr. Track, Girls Lacrosse, Co-ed Ultimate Frisbee, Baseball, Water Polo Number of art studios: 3 Theater productions per year: A variety of music, drama, and dance performances occur throughout the year in the Primary and Middle Schools. Students perform in class and at school-
wide assemblies and special events. Music ensembles: 4th-5th Grade Chorus, Middle School Chorus, Middle School Band, Recorder Consort, Jazz Band, Pop Bands Accreditations/Affiliations: National Association of Independent Schools, The Association of Independent Maryland Schools, The Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington, National Association for the Education of Young Children, Progressive Educators Network, Capital Area Progressive Schools, Black Student Fund, Latino Student Fund, Gay Lesbian Straight Education Network, Center for Spiritual and Ethical Education, Center for Transformative Teaching and Learning, The Parent Encouragement Program, Secondary School Admission Test, Educational Records Bureau Founded: 1965
The Maddux School
11614 Seven Locks Road Rockville, MD 20854 301-469-0223 www.madduxschool.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
1,170
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
20
Student/Teacher Ratio
10:1
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$20,675
Year Founded
1851
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Catholic, Lasallian, coeducational, college preparatory school 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 2019 earned $30.5 million in scholarships. We field 29 varsity teams that train with our full-time performance coaches and offer more than 50 clubs and activities. Unique to St. John’s are the Cadet Corps Leadership Program and the Entrepreneurial Center for Innovation and Social Justice. We have invested approximately $45 million in recent improvements to our 30-acre campus, including the Donatelli Center for the Visual and Performing Arts (2016), the Cap Mona Family Student Center (2017) and the Center for Performance and Leadership (opening in 2020).
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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: $31,500 Students receiving financial aid: Please inquire Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 1 Teacher retention rate: 96% Accreditations/Affiliations: State approved curriculum Annual Applications per opening: Please inquire Founded: 2004
McLean School
8224 Lochinver Lane Potomac, MD 20854 301-299-8277 www.mcleanschool.org Grades: K-12
Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 430 Average class size: 10 Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: Grade 5 Languages offered: Spanish, Latin, American Sign Language Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $27,790 Annual tuition for grade 12: $47,670 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, Volleyball Lacrosse, Track & Field, Tennis, Golf, Cross Country, Soccer, Wrestling, Basketball Number of art studios: 4 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
National Presbyterian School 4121 Nebraska Ave. NW Washington, DC 20016 202-537-7500 www.nps-dc.org Grades: Nursery (3) – Grade 6 Gender: Co-Ed
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Guide Total number of students: 300 Average class size: 13 Student/teacher ratio: 7:1 Teacher retention rate: N/A Religious affiliation: Presbyterian Seniors with National Merit recognition: N/A Grade foreign language first offered: Pre-Kindergarten Languages offered: Spanish Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $17,725 Annual tuition for grade 6: $33,250 Students receiving financial aid: 23% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Varsity sports: N/A Interscholastic sports (middle): Soccer, Basketball, Lacrosse Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 1 Music ensembles: 3 Accreditations/Affiliations: NAIS, AISGW Founded: 1969
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: $32,750 Annual tuition for grade 12: $33,150 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 Grades: PK-8 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 440 Average class size: 10-12 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: pre-Kindergarten Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin, Mandarin Chinese Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $22,680 Students receiving financial aid: 19% Uniform: Dress Code Bus transportation: Morning and afternoon routes available
SCHOOL OUr lady of Good Counsel Profile high school •
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17301 old vic blvd. olney, md 20832 240-283-3230 olgchs.org
Enrollment
1,200+ Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
19
Student/Teacher Ratio
13:1
Annual Tuition
$24,215
Year Founded
1958
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Our Lady of Good Counsel High School is a Catholic, co-educational school that inspires students to excel, serve and love. Rooted in the Xaverian values of compassion and trust, Good Counsel provides a supportive environment in which students grow academically, personally and spiritually. Academics: • Advanced Placement: 18 courses • Global Programs: exchange trips, classes, clubs • International Baccalaureate: 33 courses • Ryken: for students with mild learning differences • STEM: top 3% of Project Lead the Way schools; Community: • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program • Service curriculum, local and international • Spiritual retreats and Mass offerings • Small group advisories; Excellence: • 89% of faculty hold advanced degrees • 2019 college scholarship offerings > $34.7 million • 12 consecutive DC/MD/VA Speech and Debate Team titles • 67 WCAC titles in the past decade • Award-winning instrumental and choral programs; Facilities: • 51-acre campus in Olney opened 2007 • 650+ seat Performing Arts Center opened 2016 • State-of-the-art STEM lab opened 2018 • New turf field, baseball stadium and track
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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, French, Italian Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $21,700 Annual tuition for grade 12: $33,000 Students receiving financial aid: 18% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 2 Theater productions per year: 1 Music ensembles: 1 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: 1,200+ Average class size: 19 Student/teacher ratio: 13:1 Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic Average SAT score: 1431 Top 25% Tuition: $24,215 Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 18 Number of International Baccalaureate courses offered: 33 Number of Honors courses offered: 50 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 100% Varsity, Junior Varsity and Freshmen sports: 54 State of the Art STEM Lab: Opened 2018 Theater productions per year: 2 Music ensembles: 11 Founded: 1958
Good Counsel is a Catholic, private, co-educational community that inspires each student to excel, serve, and love.
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Guide 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: 135 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: $22,400 Students receiving financial aid: 11% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 1 Music ensembles: twice a month Accreditations/Affiliations: AISGW/AIMS Founded: 1944
The River School
4800 MacArthur Blvd. NW Washington, DC 20007 202-337-3554 riverschool.net Grades: 18 months-Grade 3 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 220 Average class size: 14 Student/teacher ratio: 5:1 Religious affiliation: None Grade foreign language first offered: part of After School Enrichment, starting at age 3 Languages offered: Spanish, Mandarin Chinese Lowest tuition for 5-day students: Visit https:// riverschool.net/welcome/tuition-fees/ Students receiving financial aid: 26% Uniform: No Bus transportation: No Number of art studios: 1 Theater productions per year: 1 Accreditations/Affiliations: Association of In-
dependent Maryland and District of Columbia Schools (AIMS-MDDC), Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington, National Association of Independent Schools Founded: 2000
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: 1,100 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% high-
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
$18,550
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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est honors, 23% high honors, 18% honors Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $18,500 Annual tuition for grade 12: $25,490 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
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: 128
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: $40,519 Annual tuition for grade 12: $42,442 Students receiving financial aid: 42% 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: 400 Average class size (Pre-K): 14 Average class size (K-8): 22 Student/teacher ratio: 17:1 Teacher retention rate: 85% for three consecutive years Religious affiliation: Roman Catholic Grade foreign language first offered: Grade 6 Languages offered: Spanish Annual tuition (Pre-K): $8,750 Annual tuition (K-8): $7,775 Students receiving financial aid: 15% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: No On-Site After School Care available until 6 P.M. daily
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Guide 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 Founded: 1953
St. John’s College High School
2607 Military Road NW Chevy Chase, DC 20015 202-363-2316 www.stjohnschs.org Grades: 9-12 Gender: Co-ed Total number of students: 1,170 Average class size: 20 Student/teacher ratio: 10:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic/Lasallian Tradition
Seniors with National Merit recognition: 12 Grade foreign language first offered: 9 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $20,675 Annual tuition for grade 12: $20,675 Students receiving financial aid: 39% Uniform: Yes Bus transportation: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 24 Students scoring 3+ on AP exams: 79% Varsity sports: Baseball, Basketball (Boys and Girls), Crew (Fall and Spring), Cross Country, Equestrian Team, Field Hockey, Football, Golf, Ice Hockey (Boys and Girls), Lacrosse (Boys and Girls), Rugby, Soccer (Boys and Girls), Softball, Swim and Dive, Tennis (Boys and Girls), 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 In-
dependent 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: 185 Average class size: 9 Student/teacher ratio: 8:1 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 $33,900 Boarding students $53,900 Students receiving financial aid: 53%
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GEORGETOWN HILL EARLY SCHOOL SCHOOL Guide • • • Profile
9905 Counselman Drive potomac, MD 20854 301-284-8144 www.georgetownhill.com Love Where They Learn...
Enrollment
140
Grades
Infants, Toddlers, Preschool, Elementary Before and After Care Bus transportation
For school age children Year Founded
1980
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with over 40 years of experience and 40,000 little footsteps walking through their door, Georgetown Hill Early School is leading the child care industry with a play-based, joyful approach to preschool learning. Their P.L.A.N* curriculum is research based and time-tested, all revolving around a child and family first environment. Georgetown Hill Early School is a non-profit organization and believes in giving back to their families and community. Children and families develop lasting relationships with their teachers as the organization leads the country with less than 10% teacher turnover. Their whole-child approach to learning is evident as their happy teachers create happy children, and in return happy parents. Georgetown Hill's newest location will open in Potomac Village in September, offering full and part-time enrollment for infants/toddlers, preschool, and school age before/after care.
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SCHOOL Profile Beauvoir, The National
Cathedral Elementary School
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 PreKindergarten 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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Guide 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 Education, International Baccalaureate World School,
SCHOOL Profile Enrollment
135
Grades
Pk-2
Average Class Size
16
Student/Teacher Ratio
8:1
Year Founded
1944
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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: 730 Avg. class size: 16 Student/teacher ratio: 11:1 Religious affiliation: Catholic Seniors with National Merit Recognition: National Merit Commended Scholars: 5 National Hispanic Recognition Program: 1
Grade foreign language first offered: Preschool (3 year-olds) Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $21,000 Annual tuition for Grade 12: $37,100 Uniform: Yes Bus: Yes Number of AP courses offered: 20 Students Scoring 3+ On AP Exams: 91% 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
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7300 River road bethesda, md 20817 301-365-4355 www.theprimarydayschool.org 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.
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SCHOOL Profile Enrollment
65
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
8
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$33,150
Year Founded
PK–GRADE 2
1964
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955 Sligo Ave. Silver Spring, MD 20910 301-495-6672 www.nora-school.org 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.
The Nora School
JOIN US AT AN OPEN HOUSE Thurs, Oct 24 6:30—8:30pm Fri, Dec 6 8:45—10:15am Fri, Jan 10 8:45—10:15am SCHEDULE A VISIT 301.365.4355
DISCOVER PRIMARY DAY www.ThePrimaryDaySchool.org
Bethesda, MD
A college prep high school www.nora-school.org
A Good Fit Is Everything A Good Fit is Comfortable
When you're a college prep student, “comfortable” isn't often the first word that comes to mind. With 12 or fewer students in a class, there’s time to question, probe, explore, clarify, and even laugh.
A Good Fit Makes Sense
When you're a college prep student, dealing with with a “system” can make school feel meaningless. We help students make connections - we teach to the “why.” Work is meaningful, and connected to life. Students who have lost motivation, or have found school frustrating, find at Nora a real school that makes sense. BETHESDAMAGAZINE.COM | SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019
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Guide 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
SCHOOL Profile
Total number of students: 285 Average class size: 14 Student/teacher ratio: 6:1 Religious affiliation: Episcopal Grade foreign language first offered: Age 4 Languages offered: Spanish, French, Latin Lowest tuition for 5-day students: $12,500 Annual tuition for Grade 8: $36,750 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 Indepen-
dent 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: $18,550 for full day Uniforms: No Bus Transportation: No Teach retention rate: 97% Accreditations/Affiliations: NAEYC Accredited Founded: 1970
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Enrollment
65
Grades
K-8
Average Class Size
10
Student/Teacher Ratio
10:2
Year Founded
2011
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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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1640 Kalmia Road NW Washington, DC 20012 202-577-2000 www.lowellschool.org At Lowell, dedicated teachers nurture curiosity and help
Enrollment
340
Grades
PK-8
Average Class Size
16
Student/Teacher Ratio
6:1
Year Founded
1965
children develop fundamental skills and deep, conceptual understandings that will last a lifetime. In the Pre-Primary School, opportunities abound for exploration, discovery and learning. Teachers pay close attention to each child’s social, emotional and academic development. In the Primary and Middle Schools, a rigorous, integrated curriculum— which includes the full complement of academic classes, as well as arts, technology and physical education—engages students in active, experiential learning. A strong social curriculum develops interpersonal skills, multicultural understanding and community engagement. A full array of after-school activities—including sports, swimming lessons, music lessons and minicourses—are also available for all enrolled students. Lowell’s dynamic and welcoming community is committed to ensuring that the principles of diversity and inclusivity permeate all aspects of the school from administrative decisions and event planning to curriculum and student life. Lowell is centrally located on eight, tree-filled acres adjacent to Rock Creek Park in Northwest Washington, D.C.
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Ready to Take on the World At Lowell, children gain the knowledge and skills to become the creative leaders and problem-solvers our world needs.
Sign up for a tour to learn more. Campuses in Fairfax , Silver Spring & Baltimore
www.TheAuburnSchool.org A school for academic and social success!
1640 Kalmia Road NW Washington, DC 20012 www.lowellschool.org admissions@lowellschool.org Bus service available in MD/DC BETHESDAMAGAZINE.COM | SEPTEMBER/OCTOBER 2019
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Caring | Challenging | Community
Co-ed K-12 10601 Falls Road Potomac, MD www.bullis.org/admission
10601 Falls Road Potomac, MD www.bullis.org
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St. Timothy’s School •
8400 Greenspring Ave. Stevenson, MD 21153
• 410-486-7401 • www.stt.org
St. Timothy’s students are
Enrollment
185
Grades
9-12
Average Class Size
9
Student/Teacher Ratio
8:1
Annual Tuition for 5-day Students Day students: $33,900 Boarding students: $53,900 Year Founded
1832
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the recipients of an educational experience unlike any in the region. Through study in the prestigious International Baccalaureate Diploma Program, our girls develop the habits of mind that make them fearless in their pursuit of knowledge and become problem solvers valued by the nation’s best and most interesting colleges and universities. Through the school’s signature program, Winterim, they engage in opportunities to apply their knowledge and love of inquiry in some of the world's leading organizations, such as the World Bank, the Council on Foreign Relations, the Brookings Institution, The Metropolitan Museum of Art, the New York Botanical Gardens, and the Museum of Modern Art. And on a campus named by Architectural Digest as among the nation’s 50 most beautiful boarding schools, day and boarding students share the resources of a true 24/7 living and learning community.
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13500 Layhill Road Silver Spring, MD 20906 301-576-2800 www.barrie.org/admission
Enrollment
300
Grades
12 months-grade 12 Average Class Size
16
Annual Tuition (Grade 12)
$33,230
Year Founded
1932
Located in Silver Spring, just minutes from the ICC and Glenmont Metro, Barrie is a progressive independent school and learning community—rooted in Montessori and Project-based Learning approaches—that inspire excellence, resilience and responsibility through learning by doing. Serving students from 12 months through grade 12, we create rich and challenging learning experiences, foster a deep sense of belonging, and empower student voice and responsibility. The result: a truly diverse student body of engaged citizens with diverse and inclusive world-views, who are confident to be themselves. Barrie provides an extraordinary learning environment that integrates local, national and global educational opportunities. Our 45-acre campus is also home to Barrie Camp and the Institute for Advanced Montessori Studies.
Inspiring excellence, resilience and responsibility through learning by doing
Lower School
All we ask? Be you.
OPEN HOUSE
Discover Montessori 12 months - Grade 5 Sat., Oct. 19 | 10 to 11:30 am
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OPEN HOUSE
EXPLORE CAMPUS VISIT DAYS Monday, October 14, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 2 – 4 p.m. Saturday, November 2, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. Monday, November 11, 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. or 2 – 4 p.m. For more information or to RSVP contact us at 410 486 7401 or admis@stt.org. 8400 Greenspring Ave, Stevenson, MD 21153
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The Power of Project-Based Learning Grades 6-12 Sun., Oct. 27 | 1 to 3:30 pm
RSVP Today! admission@barrie.or 301-576-2800
barrie.org
13500 Layhill Road • Silver Spring, MD Minutes from the ICC & Glenmont Metro Bus Transportation & Extended Day Available
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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
$22,680
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.
NOW IS THE TIME FOR GIRLS. To find their voices, speak their minds, stand up for their beliefs, and lead change.
Be Empowered. OPEN HOUSE OPEN HOUSE: Saturday, Nov 9, 1-3pm
Sunday, November 3 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
All-Girls, Grades 9-12 4920 Strathmore Ave. Kensington, MD
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11810 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 301-770-4370 FeynmanSchool.org
Enrollment
115
Grades
PS-8
Average Class Size
12
Lowest Tuition for 5-day students
$18,936
Year Founded
2009
Feynman School is an internationally recognized STEM-focused school for academically gifted children. Co-ed, independent and nonsectarian, Feynman enrolls preschool through eighth-grade students. Academically gifted children seek deep understanding, learn rapidly and think conceptually. Creative, determined and exhibiting keen interests, they are capable of great achievement given the appropriate education. Feynman School supports these children’s intellectual and social-emotional development to the fullest. Our experienced teachers recognize that gifted learners are bored by repetition but joyful and motivated when learning something new. We offer favorable student, teacher ratios, place no ceiling on academic achievement, explore real science, and provide a supportive environment in which learning is interdisciplinary and fun. Upon graduation, Feynman students are fully prepared to excel at the area’s most elite private high schools and public magnet programs. Feynman’s community promotes student success. Here, students build lasting relationships with peers, show care and concern for others, and effect meaningful change. As one Feynman student reasons: “Feynman is about more than just a better future; it’s also about a better today.”
Richard Feynman • Physicist • Nobel Laureate • Teacher • Bongo Drummer • Curious Mind
What can young gifted students learn from Dr. Feynman? A lot, actually. While it may be a tad early for quantum mechanics, they can use their curiosity to question, invent, and excel. > Curious? Call 301-770-4370 or visit feynmanschool.org today. Preschool - 8th Grade / 11810 Falls Rd, Potomac
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OPEN HOUSE SUNDAY
OCTOBER 20, 2019 12-3 PM
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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.
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REGISTER ONLINE AT www.gprep.org/admissions
10900 ROCKVILLE PIKE | NORTH BETHESDA, MD 20852 | 301-493-5000 | WWW.GPREP.ORG
Excellence. Purpose. HEART.
Discover the Magic of The River School Where Small Steps Become GIANT Leaps.
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UPPER SCHOOL OPEN HOUSE
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Sunday, October 20, 2019 • 12:30-3:00 pm
Dedicated to children 18 months - Grade 3
(Grades 9-12)
Empowering leaders to serve with faith, intellect, and confidence. Stone Ridge School of the Sacred Heart is an all-girls, Catholic, independent school located in Bethesda, Maryland, with a co-educational Little Hearts program for children age three months through Kindergarten.
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Innovative educational model pairs master’s level educator and speech-language pathologist in each classroom Thematic curriculum seamlessly integrates literacy, math, science, drama, music, art, physical education and yoga riverschool.net | 202.337.3554 | admission@riverschool.net 4880 MacArthur Blvd., NW, Washington, DC 20007
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Open House 9:00 am Friday, October 18 Saturday, November 9
We invite you to visit! mcleanschool.org/visit
McLean Sees Gifts. Help Your Child Discover Their Strengths. McLean School transforms lives. Our small classes and Abilities Model® 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
St. Jane de Chantal School Catholic Education for Children Pre-K through Grade 8 St. Jane de Chantal Catholic School is a Christ-centered educational community committed to meeting the individual needs of students through a flexible and innovative curriculum. For more information, visit us at Dechantal.org
Join us for our Open House 9525 OLD GEORGETOWN RD
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BETHESDA, MD 20814
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301.530.1221
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CONCORD HILL SCHOOL A leader in early childhood education since 1965
To schedule a visit, please contact Susan Arzt, Director of Admission & Financial Aid at sarzt@concordhill.org or 301-654-2626.
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OUR STUDENTS DON’T JUST LOOK FOR THE ANSWERS, THEY ALSO LEARN TO ASK THE QUESTIONS.
Building Strong Foundations for Learning and Friendship
OPEN HOUSE
FALL 2019
AGE 2 - GRADE 12
The Maddux School
Pre-K through Second Grade Offering an innovative curriculum targeting social skills, academic success, andacademic self-esteem self-esteem, and success.
For more details, contact:
301.767.3807 admissions@giswashington.org
11614 Seven Locks Road · Rockville, MD 301-469-0223
www.madduxschool.org
ADMISSIONS TOUR FIRST WEDNESDAY of the MONTH 9 A.M. REGISTER ON-LINE
“Washington Post 2011 Distinguished Educational Leadership Award Winning Principal”
WWW.GISWASHINGTON.ORG/INFO CHARLES E. SMITH JEWISH DAY SCHOOL where tradition meets innovation
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. Average Class Size: 17 4 student publications received honors from nationally-recognized journalism organizations Teacher:Student Ratio: 8:1
Scholars, Faith, and Community Our Lady of Victory School
schedule a tour:
Learn Today and Lead Tomorrow
4755 Whitehaven Parkway, NW, Washington, DC 20007 t I 202.337.1421 e I admin@olvschooldc.org f I 202.337.2068 w I www.olvschooldc.org
30+ zip codes around DC, Maryland, and Northern Virginia are represented by our community
301.692.4870
Lower School (JK-5) 1901 East Jefferson Street Rockville, MD A NATIONAL SCHOOL of EXCELLENCE
www.cesjds.org
admission@cesjds.org
Upper School (6-12) 11710 Hunters Lane Rockville, MD
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