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:
Call to schedule a tour.

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:
Call to schedule a tour.

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:
Call to schedule a tour.

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:
Call to schedule a tour.

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.

BROOKSFIELD SCHOOL
FAIRFAX CHRISTIAN SCHOOL
brooksﬁ eldschool.org; brksﬁ eld@aol.com
703-356-KIDS 1830 Kirby Rd., McLean, VA
Ages: 3-9
Grades: Pre-K-5th
fairfaxchristianschool.com; admissions@studyfcs.com
703-759-5100 22870 Paciﬁ c Blvd., Dulles, VA
Grade: K-12; Ages: 4-19
Activities: Competitive Sports, Art & Music, Enrichment Programs
BURGUNDY FARM COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL
FEYNMAN SCHOOL
burgundyfarm.org; info@burgundyfarm.org
703-329-6968 3700 Burgundy Rd., Alexandria, VA
Ages: 4-year-olds-Grade 8
Activities: We oﬀ er a variety of after-school enrichments including STEAM
and outdoor classes.

Hours: 8 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

feynmanschool.org; admissions@feynmanschool.org
301-770-4370 11810 Falls Rd, Potomac, MD
Grades: Preschool-Middle School
Ages: 3+
Hours: 7 a.m.- 6 p.m.

Activities: Destination Imagination, Robotics, Chess, Piano Lessons, Chi-
nese Classes
A unique Pre-K-5th eco-friendly, Montessori School idyllically
situated on 5 secluded acres in McLean, VA.

Open House:
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Burgundy Farm Country Day School is a progressive school on
a 25-acre campus just oﬀ the beltway in Alexandria. Burgundy
believes children learn best in an inclusive, creative and nurturing
environment that engages the whole child.

Open House:
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CAPITOL HILL DAY SCHOOL
chds.org; admissions@chds.org
202-386-9920 210 South Carolina Ave., S.E., Washington, D.C.

Grades: PK4-Grade 8
Preschool Age: 4 by Oct. 1st
Hours of Operation: 8:10 a.m.-3:10 p.m.; After School Program available until
6 p.m.

Activities: French, Spanish, Visual and Performing Arts, Library, Physical
Education, and After School Program with optional enrichment activities (soc-
cer, yoga, mad science, computer programming, music and ensemble lessons,
and more). Weekly summer camps for a variety of ages and interests.

Field Trips: An unparalleled Field Education Program, with approximately
300 ﬁ eld experiences school-wide each year.

Capitol Hill Day School deeply engages a diverse community of
students in connecting the classroom to the larger world, supporting
each child in developing the conﬁ dence, compassion, and intellectual
capacity to live a life of purpose and value. In 2019, the Capitol Hill
Day School middle school program will expand into nearby Farren's
Stable, a space being designed with middle school learners in mind.

Open House:
Oct. 12, Nov. 7, Dec. 7
Fairfax Christian School is an award-winning, independent,
university-preparatory school serving Kindergarten through 12th
grade since 1961. Call today for your private tour and educational
consultation. The area’s leader in educating academically gifted children,
Feynman School features extraordinary programs in science, math,
language arts, theater, and music designed to maximize your child’s
potential. FRIENDS COMMUNITY SCHOOL
friendscommunityschool.org; connie@friendscommunityschool.org
301-441-2100 5901 Westchester Park Dr., College Park, MD
Ages: K-8
Oﬀ ering the joy of an extraordinary Quaker education, FCS nurtures
life-long learners, courageous risk-takers, and joyous peacemakers.

Students thrive in its diverse, dynamic, inquiry-based sett ing, and
enjoy success in high school and beyond.

Open House:
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FRIENDSHIP CHILDREN'S CENTER
202-244-5115 friendshipchildren.org
5411 Western Ave., N.W., Washington, D.C.

Infant to prekindergarten. Creative curriculum. Music, dance,
yoga and Spanish classes. Intergenerational activities. Community
outreach. Educational outings. Full-time, part-time. Morning
preschool. Call for enrollment information.

Open House:
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THE CONGRESSIONAL SCHOOLS OF VIRGINIA
GESHER JEWISH DAY SCHOOL
schools.org; admissions@csov.org
703-533-9711 3229 Sleepy Hollow Rd., Falls Church, VA
gesher-jds.org; admissions@gesher-jds.org
703-978-9789 An independent day school on 40 acres serving infants though grade
8, just minutes from the nation’s capital.

Open House:
Call to schedule a tour.

EDLIN SCHOOL
edlinschool.com 703-438-3990
10742 Sunset Hills Rd., Reston, VA
Grades: K4, K5-8
Open House:
Sept. 22, Oct. 20, Nov. 10
Gesher JDS is a Jr. Kindergarten through 8th grade pluralistic Jewish
independent school. We proudly serve students from Fairfax County,
Alexandria, Arlington, Fairfax City, Manassas, Falls Church City,
Vienna, Burke, and Loudoun County. Our signature programs create
an educational experience that is truly unique: GesherGreen - an
interdisciplinary scientiﬁ c and values-based approach to studying and
caring for the environment, GesherTravel - extending the classroom
well beyond our walls, Gesher students experience life and learning
in Washington, D.C., Philadelphia, TEVA at Pearlstone Retreat Center,
Israel and more, GesherTech - Gesher proudly oﬀ ers cutt ing edge
cloud-based integrated learning with one-to-one devices, a S.T.E.A.M.

Lab, coding, and 3D printing. In partnership with committ ed parents,
we provide an outstanding education anchored in Jewish values
that enables our children to grow into adults engaged in healthy
relationships. creative work, ethical leadership, and communal
involvement. We are building the vibrant future of our community
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