Harbor School

7701 Bradley Blvd., Bethesda, MD, 20817-0208
Tel: (301)365-1100
Grades: NS - 2 | 120 students
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For over 35 years, The Harbor School has been a leader in early childhood education in the Washington Metropolitan area. Focusing solely on the first, critical stage of education, our School offers a unique opportunity for young children in Preschool through Second grade to grow and learn in a dynamic, enriched and supportive environment where each child is respected and nurtured.

School Overview:
Harbor School
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
National Association for the Education of Young Children
Other associations(s) for exceptional children
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 2
Year Founded 1972
Student Body
Total Students 120 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
% Students of Color 15% (MD School Avg.: 37%)
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 20 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 6:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 80%
Average Class Size 13 students
Classroom dress code Casual
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 1 / rolling
Tuition Notes Additional fees apply. Tuition for Preschool 3\'s and Half-day 4\'s is $9,975 (2011-2012)
% on Financial Aid 10%
Average Financial Aid Grant $5,000
Acceptance Rate 75%
Admissions Director Steven Greisdorf

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Harbor School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-2 | 0 mi. away
Walden Montessori Academy
Gr. PK-1 | 0 mi. away
Mater Dei School Inc
Gr. 2-9 | 0.3 mi. away
Our Lady Of Mercy School
Gr. K-9 | 0.9 mi. away
The Woods Academy
Gr. PK-8 | 0.9 mi. away
The Heights School
Gr. 3-12 | 1.1 mi. away

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