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September 2010


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Open House Dates for Private Schools

*** Nysmith School for the Gifted Inc
*** Nysmith School for the Gifted Inc<br />
www.nysmith.com
mwhite@nysmith.com
Phone: 703-713-3332
Fax: 703 652-0047
12625 EDS Drive
Herndon
Virginia
20171
Location: Fairfax
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3 years - 8th Grade
Open House Date: Sept. 21. Family owned and operated since 1983, 620+ children 3 years through 8th Grade 1:9 Teacher Student Ratio, Award Winning. Daily Individualized reading and math, science, computers, logic, foreign language. Loving atmosphere with exciting curriculum.

Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery
Acorn Hill Waldorf Kindergarten & Nursery<br />
www.acornhill.org
info@acornhill.org
Phone: 301-565-2282
Fax: 301-565-8878
9504 Brunett Ave.
Silver Spring
MD
20901
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: birth - 6
Open House Date: Oct. 23, 10 AM-12 PM. Play-oriented Waldorf curriculum with singing, crafts, gardening, puppetry, storytelling. Parenting programs for birth - 3, Half Day, Full Day and summer programs for children 3 1/4 - 6. Certified nursery and kindergarten. 40+ years experience.

Aidan Montessori School
Aidan Montessori School<br />
www.aidanschool.org
Phone: 202-387-2700
Fax: 202-332-2730
2700 27th Street NW
Washington
DC
20008
Location: DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months through 12 years
Open House Dates: Sept. 30, 9:15 AM-11 AM, Nov. 5, 9:15 AM-11 AM, Dec. 3, 9:15 AM-11 AM, Jan. 14, 2011, 9:15 AM-11 AM. Aidan is a nurturing and diverse community that offers a comprehensive Montessori education for children from 18 months to 12 years in historic Woodley Park.

Arris Montessori Academy
Arris Montessori Academy<br />
www.arrismontessori.com
mrs.beitzel@arrismontessori.com
Phone: 703-858-2800
Fax: 571-291-2598
44675 Cape Court #189A
Ashburn
VA
20147
Location: Dulles corridor, Loudoun County, Ashburn VA
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 10 years
Open House Dates: Aug. 28, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Oct. 16, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM, Jan. 22, 10:30 AM-12:30 PM. The curriculum is individualized to the meet the needs of each student. Programs for Preschool, Full day Pre-K & Kindergarten, Elementary, Before/After School, Spanish, P.E., Art, Music. After school enrichment: Art, Ballet & Scottish Dance, Soccer.

Barrie School
Barrie School<br />
http://www.barrie.org
admissions@barrie.org
Phone: 301-576-2800
Fax: 301-576-2803
13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring
MD 20906
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Age 2 through Grade 12
Open House Dates: Thurs., Nov. 11, 2010, Thurs., Dec. 9, 2010, Thurs., Jan. 6, 2011 & Thurs., Apr. 7, 2011. Offering a premier Montessori program age 2 through grade 5, a dynamic Middle, and college focused Upper School.

British School of Washington
British School of Washington<br />
http://www.britishschool.org/washington
admissionsbsw@britishschool.org
Phone: 202 829 3700
Fax: 202 829 6522
2001 Wisconsin Ave. NW
Washington
DC
20007
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-18
The British School of Washington is an open and supportive learning community for children from 3-18 years. It is a culturally diverse school where the British and international perspectives create an inclusive atmosphere in an American setting.

Brooksfield School
Brooksfield School<br />
www.brooksfieldschool.org
brksfield@aol.com
Phone: 703-356-KIDS
1830 Kirby Road
McLean
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Ages: 3-9, Grade Levels: Pre-K-3rd
Open House Dates: Wed., Oct. 27, 10 AM, Wed., Nov. 17, 10 AM & Wed., Jan. 12, 10 AM. Spanish, dance, art & music, summer camp, drama, outdoor adventure program, extracurricular activities.

Browne Academy
Browne Academy<br />
www.browneacademy.org
ssalvo@browneacademy.org
Phone: 703-960-3000
Fax: 703-960-7325
5917 Telegraph Rd
Alexandria
VA
22310
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: ages 3 and up
Open House Dates: Nov. 4, 10 AM, Nov. 7, 1 PM, Jan. 9, 2011, 1 PM & Jan. 13, 9:30 AM. Half and full day preschool program, including a NEW junior kindergarten program in fall 2010. World languages at all grade levels. Physical education, science, arts, music, library, technology, and extended day program from 7am to 6pm each day.

Burgundy Farm Country Day School
Burgundy Farm Country Day School<br />
karic@burgundyfarm.org
Phone: 703-960-3431
Fax: 703-960-5056
3700 Burgundy Road
Alexandria
Virginia
22303
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: JK-8th Grade
Open House Dates: Sun., Oct. 3, 2 PM-4 PM, Thurs., Nov. 11, 9 AM-11 AM, Sat., Dec. 4, 2 PM-4 PM, Sun., Jan. 9, 2 PM-4 PM. Hands-on, collaborative learning, Diverse, nurturing community. 25-acre campus in Alexandria, Virginia. A place where learning comes ALIVE!

Charles E Smith Jewish Day School
Charles E Smith Jewish Day School<br />
www.cesjds.org
scohen@cesjds.org
Phone: 301-881-1400, ext. 4870
1901 E Jefferson St
Rockville
MD
20852
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 5-18 (K-12)
Open House Date: Nov.16, 2010, 7 PM, Dec. 13, 2010, 9:30 AM, Jan. 24, 2011, 9:30 AM. CESJDS shapes minds, hearts & spirits. Children develop a love of learning that drives them to seek knowledge while gaining an integrated Jewish identity. Learning Hebrew & Jewish traditions in an environment that fosters acceptance & understanding.

Chelsea School
Chelsea School<br />
www.chelseaschool.edu
dlourie@chelseaschool.edu
Phone: 301-585-1430 ext. 303
Fax: 301-585-0245
711 Pershing Drive
Silver Spring
MD
20910
Location: Silver Spring
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 5th through 12th grades
Open House Dates: Oct. 26, 2010, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 27, 2011, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 23, 2011, 9 AM-11 AM, Apr. 14, 2011, 6:30 PM-8 PM. Chelsea School is a college preparatory co-ed day school for students with language-based learning disabilities, serving grades 5-12. The school embeds literacy remediation and technology into all aspects of the curriculum.

Chesapeake Academy of Northern Virginia
Chesapeake Academy of Northern Virginia<br />
cynthia.mciver@yahoo.com
Phone: 703 256-1900
Fax: 703 256 1025
5533 Industrial Drive
Springfield
VA 22151
301-327-8505
Location #1: 13925 New Hampshire Ave.
Location #2: Silver Spring, MD 20904
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 4 - 18
Open House Dates: Mon., Oct. 11, 11 AM-2 PM, Mon., Nov. 1, 11 AM-2 PM & by appointment. Students receive personal educational analyses & academic programs tailored to meet individual needs & interests in a friendly/challenging environment. Students learn "how to learn," to read with full comprehension & ability to USE what they study.

Christ Episcopal School
Christ Episcopal School<br />
www.ces-rockville.org
vhart@cesstaff.org
Phone: 301-424-6550
Fax: 301-424-3516
109 South Washington Street
Rockville
MD
20850
Location: Rockville
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2 years old - 13 years old (Preschool - 8th Grade)
Open House Dates: Oct. 15, 8:30 AM, Oct. 20, 8:30 AM, Oct. 27, 8:30 AM, Feb. 2, 2011, 8:30 AM, Feb. 9, 8:30 AM, Feb. 16, 8:30 AM. Independent, coeducational day school in Rockville, MD. Small classes, strong academic program, before and after school care, daily P.E., daily chapel, MD designated green school, accessible to Rockville Metro and convenient to I-270.

Commonwealth Academy
Commonwealth Academy<br />
CommonwealthAcademy.org
Josh_Gwilliam@CommonwealthAcademy.org
Phone: 703-548-6912
Fax: 202-363-4659
1321 Leslie Avenue
Alexandria
VA
22301
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 6-12; Grades 4-12 beginning Sept. 2010
Coed college prep program for students with various learning styles and/or AD/HD. Remediation for students Grades 4-5. Extensive use of technology and other accommodations.

CommuniKids Preschool
CommuniKids Preschool<br />
www.communikidspreschool.com
info@communikids.com
Phone: 202-363-0133
Fax: 202-363-0144
4719 Wisconsin Avenue, NW
Washington
DC
20016
Location: DC / Tenleytown
Area Served: District of Columbia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 5
Bienvenidos a CommuniKids Preschool! Our Spanish-immersion preschool in Washington, DC (Tenleytown) offers a creative play-based program and a full-immersion approach to language learning.

CommuniKids Preschool
CommuniKids Preschool<br />
www.communikidspreschool.com
fc@communikids.com
Phone: 703-534-2221
Fax: 703-534-2225
510 N. Washington Street, Suite 400
Falls Church
VA
22046
Location: Falls Church, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2 1/2 to 5
Bienvenidos / Bienvenue a CommuniKids Preschool! Our Spanish- and French-immersion preschool in Falls Church, VA offers a creative play-based program and a full-immersion approach to language learning.

Cortona Academy
Cortona Academy<br />
www.CortonaLearning.com
Phone: 703-464-0034
Fax: 703-796-6690
Location: Herndon
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades Accepted: 6th-12th + 13th year available
No-fail, Private Education, Internships, Social & Motivational programs, LD & GT courses + on-site specialists, Re-do courses, improve GPA, or do 2 yrs. in one. 100% college acceptance. Homeschoolers Welcome.

Edmund Burke School
Edmund Burke School<br />
www.eburke.org
Phone: 202-362-8882
4101 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington
DC
20008
Location: DC
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 6-12
Open House Dates: Oct. 23, 2010 & Jan. 8, 2011. Coed, college-prep school offers a challenging and creative academic program in a warm, supportive and inclusive environment.

Evergreen School
Evergreen School <br />
www.evergreenschool.com
admissions@evergreenschool.com
Phone: 301-942-5979
10700 Georgia Avenue
Wheaton
MD
20902
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 18 mos. - Grade 3
Open House Dates: Nov. 11, 9 AM, Jan. 14, 9 AM & Feb. 11, 9 AM. A place to think and learn and share. Montessori. Before and After Care. Spanish Immersion. Summer Camp.

Gesher Jewish Day School
Gesher Jewish Day School<br />
www.gesher-jds.org
admissions@gesher-jds.org
Phone: 703-962-9216
Fax: 703-978-2668
4800 Mattie Moore Court
Fairfax
VA
22030
Location: Fairfax, VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: K-8
Open House Dates: Mon., Oct. 11, 9:30AM-11AM,Tues., Nov. 9, 9:30AM-11AM, Sun., Jan. 9, 10AM-11:30AM. A K-8 education dedicated to academic excellence and creative expression in both General and Jewish Studies. Innovative curriculum, small class sizes, after school care, transportation, leadership and Jewish values.

Glenn Dale Montessori School
Glenn Dale Montessori School<br />
www.glenndalemontessori.org
admin@glenndalemontessori.org
Phone: 301-805-2845
Fax: 301-805-2846
7500 Hillmeade Road
Glenn Dale
MD
20769
Location: US
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2-12
Open House Dates: Oct. 5, 9 AM-11 AM, Oct. 16, 2 PM-4 PM, Oct. 26, 9 AM-11 AM, Nov. 2, 9 AM-11 AM, Nov. 16, 9 AM-11 AM, Dec. 7, 9 AM-11 AM, Dec. 14, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 11, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 18, 9 AM-11 AM, Jan. 25, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 1, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 8, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 15, 9 AM-11 AM, Feb. 22, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 1, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 8, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 15, 9 AM-11 AM, Mar. 22, 9 AM-11 AM. GDMS is a Montessori school dedicated to providing its students with a challenging, stimulating, and thorough learning environment. The school also offers convenient before and after care services. We also offer foreign language and music programs.

Good Shepherd Christian Academy & Little Flock Preschool
Good Shepherd Christian Academy & Little Flock Preschool<br />
www.goodshepherdca.org
admin@littleflockschool.org
Phone: 703-591-1216
11911 Braddock Rd
Fairfax
VA
22030
Location: Fairfax
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 3 years - 6th grade
Open House Dates: Tues., Nov. 9, 9 AM-11:30 AM, Tues., Nov. 16, 7 PM-8:30 PM, Thurs., Jan. 13, 9 AM-11:30 AM, Thurs., Jan. 20, 7 PM-8:30 PM. Good Shepherd Christian Academy & Little Flock Preschool offer an exceptional academic and spiritual education for children in preschool - 6th grade. We invite families to come in for a tour to discover what makes our school so unique.

Grace Episcopal Day School
Grace Episcopal Day School<br />
www.geds.org
chundley@geds.org
Phone: 301-585-3513
Fax: 301-585-5240
9115 Georgia Avenue
Silver Spring
Maryland
20910
Location #1: 9411 Connecticut Avenue
Location #2: Kensington, Maryland 20895
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 year olds through eighth grade
Open House Dates: Oct. 1, 9 AM & Nov. 11, 9 AM. Grace Episcopal Day School provides a rich and challenging curriculum and small classes for students age 3 through grade 8. The community is bound together by a common commitment to academic excellence, joy in learning and service to others.

Grace Episcopal School
Grace Episcopal School<br />
www.graceschoolalex.org
admissions@graceschoolalex.org
Phone: 703-549-5067
Fax: 703-549-9545
3601 Russell Road
Alexandria
Virginia
22305
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool (age 3) - Grade 5
Open House Dates: Thurs., Nov. 11, 2010, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM & Thurs., Jan. 20, 2011, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM. For 50 years, Grace has fostered an enthusiasm for learning through our program of academic excellence in a nurturing environment. Students receive individual attention in small classes and learn to be critical thinkers & successful problem solvers.

Green Acres School
Green Acres School<br />
www.greenacres.org
admission@greenacres.org
Phone: 301-881-4100
Fax: 301-881-3319
11701 Danville Drive
Rockville
Maryland
20852
Location: Montgomery County
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades PK - 8
Open House Dates: Sunday "Family Campus Visit", Oct. 17, 1:30 PM-3:30 PM, Wed., Oct. 27, 9 AM-11 AM, Thurs., Nov. 11, 9 AM-11 AM, Tues., Nov. 30, 9 AM-11 AM, Wed., Dec. 15, 7 PM-8:30 PM, Thurs., Jan. 13, 9 AM-11 AM, Wed., Jan., 19, 9 AM-11 AM. Academic challenge, nurturing environment. Progressive: intentional, engaging curriculum & small classes focus on hands-on learning, problem solving, decision making. Extensive arts, PE, outdoors; 15 wooded acres. Superb high school/college placement.

Hebrew Day Institute
Hebrew Day Institute<br />
www.hebrewdayinstitute.org
rsalzberg@hebrewdayinstitute.org
Phone: 240-399-6100
Fax: 240-399-6101
2200 Baltimore Road
Rockville
MD
20851
Location: Montgomery County
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 5 - 12
Hebrew Day Institute is a Jewish Community Day School serving children from Kindergarten through Grade 6. Our approach helps to ensure that each student will cherish their Jewish identity while achieving academic excellence in a caring community.

Holton-Arms School
Holton-Arms School<br />
www.holton-arms.edu
admit@holton-arms.edu
Phone: 3013655300
Fax: 3013656071
7303 River Road
Bethesda
Maryland
20817
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 3 through 12
Open House Date: Nov. 7, 2010, 2 PM-5 PM. Holton is a vibrant place where girls are deeply engaged in the process of learning, and where because they are both challenged and nurtured, they develop self-confidence, self-esteem, and a sense of competence.

Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School
Holy Trinity Episcopal Day School<br />
www.htrinity.org
admissions@htrinity.org
Phone: (Glenn Dale) 301-464-3215 or (Bowie) 301-262-5355
Fax: 301-464-9725 or 301-262-9609
11902 Daisy Lane
Glenn Dale
MD
20769
Location #1: Glenn Dale
Location #2: 13106 Annapolis Road, Bowie MD 20720
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Bowie - Grades: 1-4, Glenn Dale - Grades: Preschool/K & Grades 5-8
Open House Dates: Nov. 11, 2010 & Jan. 10, 2011. We are a school for students who are willing and ready to be academically challenged. Our small classes and talented faculty ensure that all students learn to the best of their ability and successfully progress to higher levels of education.

Ideal Schools High School
Ideal Schools High School<br />
www.idealschools.org
info@idealschools.org
Phone: 703 956 5020
Fax: 703 858 0843
44675 Cape Court #105
Ashburn
VA
20147
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 9-12
Ideal Schools High School is a small, co-educational independent high school in Ashburn, VA. We invest more time, effort, and imagination to help students achieve than any other high school.

Immanuel Christian School
Immanuel Christian School<br />
www.icsva.org
admissions@icsva.org
Phone: 703-941-1220
Fax: 703-813-1945
6915 Braddock Rd.
Springfield
VA
22151
Location: Corner of Braddock and Backlick Roads
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-5-8th Grade
Open House Dates: Nov. 9 & Feb. 8. Kindergarten Spotlights: Oct. 29, Jan. 21 & Apr. 29. Call for a tour. Since 1976. Critical thinking, problem solving, and writing skills from a Biblical worldview. Fine arts, Spanish, hands-on science, technology, library, & PE. Character development/service opportunities. Extended Care.Tours available. ACSI Accredited

Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation's Capital
Jewish Primary Day School of the Nation's Capital<br />
www.jpds.org
jpds.admission@jpds.org
Phone: 202-291-jpds (5737)
Fax: 202-291-9750
6045 Sixteenth Street, NW
Washington
DC
20011
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-k through grade 6
Open House Dates: Wed., Oct. 13, 9:30 AM, Thurs., Nov. 18, 7 PM, Thurs., Dec. 16, 9:30 AM & Wed., Jan. 5, 2011, 9:30 AM. Challenging and creative secular, Hebrew and Judaic curriculum, low student/teacher ratios. Fostering a love of learning, a sense of community and a solid moral foundation.

KidsCo Jr. Preschool, Infant & Toddler Early Learning Center
KidsCo Jr. Preschool, Infant & Toddler Early Learning Center<br />
www.KidsCoJr.com
A_Gerson@KidsCoOnline.com
Phone: 301-740-9600
Fax: 301-740-9611
24555 Cutsail Drive
Damascus
Maryland
20872
Location: Very convenient for commuters! Custom building on MCPS school grounds!
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: Ages 6 weeks to 5 Years
Open House Date:Wed., Sept. 1, 9:30 AM-11:30 AM. Child directed program; Emergent curriculum; Draws from energy, curiosity and creativity of children; Team members work closely with children to provide love, stability and guidance; Children, parents and team members work together as a community.

Loudoun Country Day School
Loudoun Country Day School<br />
www.lcds.org
info@lcds.org
Phone: 703-777-3841
Fax: 703/771-1346
20600 Red Cedar Drive
Leesburg
VA
20175
Location: Off of Evergreen Mills Road in Leesburg and off of Shreve Mills Exit of the Greenway
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Prekindergarten through 8th grade
For 57 years, Loudoun Country Day School, an accredited, coeducational, Pre-K - 8th grade school has been educating students with a rigorous core curriculum in a nurturing environment. Our program includes many field trips and hands-on activities.

Manassas Christian Academy
Manassas Christian Academy<br />
www.manassaschristianacademy.org
mca1@minnieland.net
Phone: 703-361-5113
Fax: 703-335-1685
8757 Signal Hill Road
Manassas
Virginia
20110
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Preschool - Kindergarten

Manassas Christian School
Manassas Christian School<br />
www.manassaschristianschool.org
lnaylor@minnieland.net
Phone: 703-393-6555
Fax: 703-393-6655
9296 West Carondelet Drive
Manassas
Virginia
20111
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Kindergarten through 8th Grade

McLean School of Maryland
McLean School of Maryland<br />
www.mcleanschool.org
admission@mcleanschool.org
Phone: 301.299.8277
Fax: 301.299.1639
8224 Lochinver Lane
Potomac
Maryland
20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-12
Open House Dates: Wed., Oct. 27, Sat., Nov. 20, Sat., Jan. 8, Thurs., Apr. 7, Wed., May 11. K-12, independent, co-ed, preparing students for college & successful careers. McLean makes education accessible, stimulating and meaningful to a broad range of students. We are the only school that CELEBRATES each students' individual learning style

Montessori of Chantilly • Casa dei Bambini
Montessori of Chantilly • Casa dei Bambini<br />
www.montessoriofchantilly.com
info@mcdbc.com
Phone: 703-961-0211
4212-F Technology Court
Chantilly
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 20 Months - 6 Years
Open House Dates: Sun., Oct. 24, 1 PM-3 PM, Sun., Nov. 14, 1 PM-3 PM, Sun., Jan. 30, 1 PM-3 PM, Sun., Mar. 20, 1 PM-3 PM. Affiliated with American Montessori Society.

Montessori School of Chevy Chase
Montessori School of Chevy Chase<br />
http://www.chevychasemontessori.com
camelot617@hotmail.com
Phone: 202-362-6212
Fax: 202-244-1759
5312 Connecticut Ave, NW
Washington
DC
20015
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2-7
Ages 2 - 7 - Toddler Class - Multi Level Primary Class - Kindergarten - First Grade - Early Arrival - Extended Day until 6:00 PM - 9 Month or 12 Month Program - Competitive Reading and Math Curriculum - French -Art/Music- After School Activities

Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV)
Montessori School of Northern Virginia (MSNV)<br />
www.msnv.org
Phone: 703-256-9577
Fax: 703-256-9851
Hillbrook Campus: 6820 Pacific Lane, Annandale, VA 22003
Valleybrook Campus: 3433 Rose Lane Falls Church VA 22042
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: 2-12
MSNV is a private Montessori school and parent cooperative, serving children ages 2-12. Newly remodeled second campus in Falls Church opening for fall 2010! Details for regular school tours found at www.msnv.org.

National Cathedral School for Girls
National Cathedral School for Girls<br />
www.ncs.cathedral.org
ncs_admissions@cathedral.org
Phone: 202-537-6374
Fax: 202-537-2382
3612 Woodley Road, NW
Washington
DC
20016
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 9-18
Founded in 1900, NCS offers an exceptional college preparatory program for girls in grades 4-12. Located on the 59-acre Cathedral Close, NCS offers a coordinate program with the neighboring St. Albans School for Boys.

Norbel School
Norbel School <br />
norbelschool.org
info@norbelschool.org
Phone: 410 796 6700
Fax: 410 796 7661
6135 Old Washington Road
Elkridge
Maryland
21075
Location: Howard County
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 6 - 21 years
Open House Dates: Sun., Oct. 17, 2010 at 2 PM, Thurs., Dec. 9, 2010 at 1 PM, Sun., Feb. 27, 2011 at 2 PM, Thurs., May 12, 2011 at 1 PM. Norbel School educates bright students in 1st-12th grades with a variety of learning challenges. Our supportive environment integrates an individualized educational & social development curriculum that maximizes a student’s academic & social success.

Pinecrest School
Pinecrest School<br />
www.pinecrestschool.org
admissions@pinecrestschool.org
Phone: 703-354-3446
7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale
VA
Area Served: Virginia
Ages Served: Grade Levels: Preschool-6th Grade
Open House Dates: Thurs., Nov. 11, 12 PM-2 PM, Sat., Dec. 4, 10 AM-1 PM, Sat., Jan. 29, 2011, 10 AM-1 PM, Sun., Feb. 27, 1 PM-4 PM, Sat., Mar. 19, 10 AM-1 PM. Nurturing curiosity, confidence and love of learning. Preschool-Grade 6. Summer Camp. Individualized approach. Rigorous program. Positive social/emotional development.

Primary Montessori Day School
Primary Montessori Day School<br />
http://www.primarymontessori.com
office@primarymontessori.com
Phone: 301-309-9532
Fax: 301-309-9582
14138 Travilah Road
Rockville
MD
20850
Location: Rockville, MD
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: 2-9
Open House Dates: Sept. 21, 9:45 AM, Oct. 5, 9:45 AM, Oct. 26, 9:45 AM. Please call ahead. The Primary Montessori Day School is a non-profit private school for children age 2-9 years old (Toddler - Grade 3). Located in North Potomac in a new building designed specifically for Montessori education.

Sandy Spring Friends School
Sandy Spring Friends School<br />
www.ssfs.org
Phone: 301-774-7455
16923 Norwood Road
Sandy Spring
MD
20860
Location: MD
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: PK-12 coeducational day school
Open House Dates: Oct. 23, 10 AM-12 PM, Dec. 4, 10 AM-12 PM. College preparatory curriculum, Master teachers & limitless academic opportunities, International program, Traditional Quaker education, with focus on service, community, & leadership, Outstanding arts & athletics, Spectacular 140-acre campus.

St. Andrew's Episcopal School
St. Andrew's Episcopal School<br />
WWW.SAES.ORG
Phone: 301-983-5200
Fax: 301-983-4620
8804 Postoak Road
Potomac
MD
20854
Location #1: Potomac Village Campus - 10033 River Road Potomac, MD 20854
Location #2: Postoak Campus - 8804 Postoak Road Potomac, MD 20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2-18
Open House Dates: Postoak Campus- Thurs., Nov. 11 & Sat., Dec. 4, Potomac Campus- Thurs., Nov. 18 & Sat., Dec. 11. The mission of St. Andrew's Episcopal School is to know and inspire each child in an inclusive community dedicated to exceptional teaching, learning, and service. Serving preschool through grade 12. Co-educational. www.saes.org.

Sunset Hills Montessori School
Sunset Hills Montessori School<br />
www.sunsethillsmontessori.com
office@sunsethillsmontessori.com
Phone: 703-476-7477
Fax: 703-476-7233
11180 Ridge Heights Road
Reston
Virginia
20191
Location: Reston
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months to Grade 3
Full Day Jr/Sr Kindergarten, Before and After School Care, Summer Camp, AMS affiliate.

The Auburn School
The Auburn School<br />
http://www.theauburnschool.org
admissions@theauburnschool.org
Phone: VA: 703-793-9353, MD: 443-552-7553
Fax: 703-793-9355
13525 Dulles Technology Drive, Suite 101
Herndon
VA
20171
Location #1: Herndon Campus
Location #2: Silver Spring Campus: 9545 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K--8
Growing the social & academic potential of bright students with social & communication challenges. We offer a dynamic educational program for intellectually curious students with challenges in communication, socialization, language, & organization.

The Congressional Schools of Virginia
The Congressional Schools of Virginia<br />
http://www.congressionalschools.org
admissions@csov.org
Phone: 703-533-9711
Fax: 703-532-5467
3229 Sleepy Hollow Road
Falls Church
VA
22042
Location: Falls Church, Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Infant - Grade 8
Independent co-ed day school on 40-acres. Our innovative and accelerated curriculum prepares students to embrace opportunities they will face as global citizens. Giving back to the community is an important part of the schools' values.

The Griffin Academy of Westminster School
The Griffin Academy of Westminster School<br />
www.westminsterschool.com
Phone: 703-256-3620
6800 Columbia Pike
Annandale
VA
22003
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3-4
Opening Fall 2010. Developmentally Oriented Curriculum for 3- and 4-year-olds. 7:1 Student-Teacher Ratio, Extended Care Available, Music, Art, French, Field Trips.

The Katherine Thomas School
The Katherine Thomas School<br />
www.ttlc.org
Phone: 301.738.9691
Fax: 301.424.8063
9975 Medical Center Drive
Rockville
MD
20770
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-K - 12th grade
Founded 1995, KTS enables students with moderate to severe learning disabilities and/or high-functioning autism to reach their full potential.

The Langley School
The Langley School<br />
http://www.langleyschool.org
admission@langleyschool.org
Phone: 703-356-1920
Fax: 703-790-9712
1411 Balls Hill Road
McLean
VA
22101
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool to Grade 8
Open House Dates: Oct. 20, 9 AM & Nov. 17, 9 AM. Founded in 1942, The Langley School strives to embrace the unique qualities of each child through an engaging program of rigorous academics, fine arts, athletics, community service, and a 7:1 student/teacher ratio.

The Maddux School
The Maddux School<br />
www.madduxschool.org
amullins@madduxschool.org
Phone: 301.469.0223
11614 Seven Locks Road
Rockville
MD
20854
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 3 to 7
Open House Dates: Oct. 20, Nov. 17 & Dec. 8, Jan. 12, Feb. 8 & Mar. 1. Small, structured, nurturing preschool to first grade classes offering developmentally-based, academically enriching activities with an emphasis on social language.

The Primary Day School
The Primary Day School<br />
www.theprimarydayschool.org
k.mcdanald@theprimarydayschool.org
Phone: (301) 365-4355
Fax: 301.469.8611
7300 River Road
Bethesda
Maryland
20817
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Pre-Kindergarten - 2nd Grade
Open House Dates: Tues., Nov. 16, 2010, Thurs., Dec. 2, 2010. The Primary Day School's rich and varied curriculum is designed to cultivate a love of learning and a strong academic and personal foundation in every child. Pre-Kindergarten-2nd Grade Before and After Programs

The Winchester School
The Winchester School<br />
www.thewinchesterschool.org
Phone: 301-598-2266
3223 Bel Pre Road
Silver Spring
MD
Area Served: Maryland
Ages Served: Grade Levels: Pre-K-2nd
Open House Dates: Every Tues. & Thurs. morning by appointment. Challenging academics, stimulating art and music classes, daily Spanish, experienced teachers, warm and encouraging environment in which children thrive.

The Woods Academy
The Woods Academy<br />
www.woodsacademy.org
admissions@woodsacademy.org
Phone: (301) 365-3080
Fax: (301) 469-6439
6801 Greentree Road
Bethesda
Maryland
20817
Location: At the intersection of Burdette and Greentree roads
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Montessori Pre-School age 3 to 6, High School Prep Grades 1-8
Open House Date: Thurs., Nov. 4, 9 AM-11:30 AM. Beginning in our renowned Montessori Preschool transitioning into High School Prep Gr.1-8.Daily French or Spanish,robotics,small classes, computer labs, fine arts & competitive sports. We welcome all faiths and nationalities

Trinity MOPS Preschool
Trinity MOPS Preschool<br />
mops@trinityalexandria.org
Phone: 703-549-7422
2911 Cameron Mills Rd
Alexandria
VA
22302
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 18 months-5 years
Open House Dates: Jan. 12, 2011, 10 AM-12 PM, Jan. 13, 2011, 10 AM-12 PM. Trinity MOPS Preschool is a half day preschool for children 18 mo. through 5 yrs. old. MOPS is licensed by the State of Virginia and follows a play based curriculum. MOPS also offers an afternoon Inclusion program for children 3yr 9 mo. to 5 yrs.

Trinity School at Meadow View
Trinity School at Meadow View<br />
www.TrinityMeadowView.org
gmassa@trinityschools.org
Phone: 703-629-9932
Fax: 574-236-6633
2849 Meadow View Rd.
Falls Church
VA
22042
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Grades 7 to 12
Open House Dates: Sept. 14, Oct. 17, Nov. 9. Trinity School provides an education that is disciplined, creative, intellectual and moral. Small, single-sex classes, humanities seminars, advanced math and science programs, and a focus on the fine arts make for a rich educational experience.

Walden Montessori Academy
Walden Montessori Academy<br />
grodinl@aol.com
Phone: 301-469-8123
Fax: 301-9983-0313
7730 Bradley Blvd
Bethesda
Maryland
20817
Location: Bradley Blvd. at corner of Seven Locks Road
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: 2yrs. - 6yrs.
Walden Montessori is a small nurturing school established in 1981. We offer a warm environment where children can grow to love learning and establish basic skills to prepare them for life. Our teachers are fully Montessori certified.

Washington Christian Academy
Washington Christian Academy<br />
www.washingtonchristian.org
twilson@washingtonchristian.org
Phone: (240)390-0429
Fax: (240)559-0115
16227 Batchellors Forest Road
Olney
Maryland
21704
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: K-12
Open House Date: Apr. 20, 2010. Washington Christian Academy is a K-12 college prep school located on 60 acres in Olney, Maryland. WCA provides a reverent, adventurous, and academically serious education. We are currently accepting applications for the 2010-20011 school year.

Washington Episcopal School
Washington Episcopal School<br />
www.w-e-s.org
dduff@w-e-s.org
Phone: 301-652-7878
Fax: 301-652-7255
5600 Little Falls Parkway
Bethesda
MD
20816
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Nursery (3s) through Grade 8
Open House Dates: Wed., Oct. 13, 9 AM, Thurs., Nov. 11, 9 AM, Sun., Dec. 5, 1 PM, Tues., Jan. 4, 9 AM, Fri., May 6, 9 AM. Washington Episcopal School believes that learning should be joyful because academic excellence and happy children belong together.Independent; coeducational day; strong academics; arts; languages; technology; foreign study trips included in tuition.

Washington Waldorf School
Washington Waldorf School<br />
http://www.washingtonwaldorf.org/
llawson@washingtonwaldorf.org
Phone: 301-229-6107, x 154
Fax: 301-229-9379
4800 Sangamore Road
Bethesda
Maryland
20816
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Parent and child classes through 12th grade
Open House Dates: Information Evenings- 8 PM: Wed., Oct. 6, Wed., Nov. 10, Wed., Dec. 1, Wed., Jan. 12, Wed., Feb 2, Wed., Mar 2, Wed., Apr. 6. Observation Mornings - 8:15 AM: Thurs., Oct. 7, Thurs., Nov. 11, Thurs., Dec. 2, Thurs., Jan. 13, Thurs., Feb. 3, Thurs., Mar. 3, Thurs., Apr. 7. High School Open House: Sat., Oct. 16, 9 AM-12 PM. Preschool & Kindergarten Open House: Sat., Jan. 8, 10 AM-12 PM. Our developmentally based, integrative curriculum and innovative instructional methods help our students develop clear thinking, balance, initiative, and interest in improving the world. Our school offers excellent preparation for college and life.

Westminster School
Westminster School<br />
www.westminsterschool.com
admissions@westminsterschool.com
Phone: 703-256-3620
3819 Gallows Road
Annandale
VA
22003
Location: Northern Virginia
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool (age 3) - Grade 8
Since 1962...providing an accelerated curriculum steeped in the classics with an emphasis on the arts. French, Latin, Music, Art, Drama, Orchestra, Daily PE, & Multiple Field Trips. Bus Service & Extended Care Available. Preschool opening Fall 2010.

Word of Life Christian Academy
Word of Life Christian Academy<br />
www.wolca.org
cfiraben@wolca.org
Phone: 703-354-4222
Fax: 703-750-1306
5225 Backlick Road
Springfield
VA
22151
Location: Corner of Backlick and Edsall Roads
Area Served: DC, MD & VA
Ages Served: Preschool-12th Grade
Open House Dates: Feb. 19, 9 AM-12 PM. Christian school with the personal touch.Since 1979.Tours available.Before and after care,small classes,fully accredited,strong academics,sports,lunch program, P.E.,Foreign Language,College Preparatory,AP Classes.Fully accredited.Conveniently located.

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