GUIDES &
RESOURCES EDUCATION
GUIDE Private/Independent School
ACORN HILL WALDORF KINDERGARTEN & NURSERY
SCHOOL acornhill.org; info@acornhill.org
301-565-2282 9504 Brunett Ave., Silver Spring, MD
Play-oriented Waldorf school with singing, crafts, gardening and
storytelling. Parent-Infant/Toddler, Parent-Child, Half & Full Day
and summer programs. Certifi ed nursery/kindergarten. 45+ years
experience. Rolling admissions.
Open House:
Call to schedule a tour.
AIDAN MONTESSORI SCHOOL
aidanschool.org; admission@aidanschool.org
202-387-2700 2700 27th St., N.W., Washington, D.C.
Ages: 18 months-Grade 6
Aidan Montessori School is a co-ed independent school located in
Woodley Park. Aidan has served children’s natural development,
innate curiosity and pursuit of independence since its founding as
one of the nation’s fi rst Montessori schools in 1952.
Open House:
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THE AUBURN SCHOOL - FAIRFAX CAMPUS
theauburnschool.org; admissions.fairfax@theauburnschool.org
703-793-9353 3800 Concorde Pkwy, Ste. 500, Chantilly, VA
Grades: K-12
Hours: 8:15 a.m.-5:15 p.m.
We off er a dynamic educational program for intellectually curious
students with challenges in the areas of communication, socialization,
pragmatic language and organization.
Open House:
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THE AUBURN SCHOOL - SILVER SPRING CAMPUS
theauburnschool.org; mivey@theauburnschool.org
301-588-8048 9545 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring, MD
Grades: K-8
Hours: 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.
The mission of The Auburn School is to grow the social and academic
potential of bright students with social and communication challenges.
Open House:
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BARRIE SCHOOL
barrie.org; admission@barrie.org
301-576-2800 13500 Layhill Rd., Silver Spring, MD
Ages: 18 months–Grade 12
Barrie, a community of learners from age 18 months through grade
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develop their creative talents, and discover their passions to make a
positive impact in a rapidly changing world.
BEAUVOIR, THE NATIONAL CATHEDRAL ELEMENTARY
SCHOOL beauvoirschool.org
202-537-6485 3500 Woodley Rd., N.W., Washington, D.C.
Ages: 4-9
Grades: Pre-K- Grade 3
Activities: Various after school enrichment classes throughout the year
Field Trips: Various throughout the year
Hours: 8:15 a.m.-3 p.m.; After Care to 6 p.m.
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
co-ed population of close to 400 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 specifi cally for
children under the age of 10. Open House:
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THE BETHESDA MONTESSORI SCHOOL
bethesdamontessori.com 301-986-1260
7611 Clarendon Rd., Bethesda, MD
Ages: 3-6
Hours: 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
An AMI school, beginning our 36th year of operation, we serve
children 3-6 years of age. Off ering a high
academic experience to provide the best start for your child.
Open House:
Call to schedule a tour. We will begin scheduling tours on Oct 1,
2018 for those families interested in enrolling for the 2019-2020 school
year. You may submit an application as early as Sept 1, 2018.
BRITISH INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL OF WASHINGTON
biswashington.org; admissions@biswashington.org
202-829-3700 2001 Wisconsin Ave., N.W.
Washington, DC
Ages: 2-18 (IB Diploma)
Hours: 9 a.m. - 3 p.m.
At British International School of Washington, our individualized
learning plans and experienced teachers help guide each student to
a successful future through challenging international curricula and
inspirational learning experiences, both inside the classroom and
around the world.
Open House:
Call to schedule a tour.