Academy Primary School & Child Development Center (2026-27 Profile)

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Quick Facts (26-27)

School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
Enrollment: 107 students
Yearly Tuition: $16,000
Average class size: 10 students
Application Deadline: Jul. 1 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

School Facts

School Type

Early Childhood / Day Care

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten

Students By Grade

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Distribution of Students By Grade
Grade	Academy Primary School & Child Development Center
Nursery	22
Pre-K	43
Kind	10
Ungraded	32

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ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Learning Difference Programs

Yes

Learning Programs Supported

Dyslexia

Year Founded

1981

Summer School Offered

Yes

School Calendar

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Student Body

Total Students

107 students

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

37%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

15 teachers

Student-Teacher Ratio

7:1

National avg.: 11:1

Average Class Size

10 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

Uniform

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jul. 1 / rolling

Yearly Tuition Cost

$16,000

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Tuition Notes

Grades Kindergarten First Second

Admissions Director

Megan McHale

Admissions Associate

Melanie Guyton

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Total Sports Offered

3 sports

Sports

BasketballDance

Soccer

School Notes

Academy Primary School and Child Development Center is a private school under the auspices of Academy Child Development Center, Inc. which is a not-for-profit educational company and child care provider founded in 1981. Located on the Academy Hills campus which is convenient to Great Seneca Highway, I 270, Shady Grove Road, and Darnestown Road.
We also offer a wide variety of program options for children 3 months to 12 years of age at several locations in Montgomery County, Maryland.
Children are our focus and our staff make up the foundation of our programs.
The experience, education, and low turnover of teachers and assistants ensure continuity of quality programming.
All centers share a common mission and are licensed by Maryland's Office Child Care.
Because of the uniqueness of each community we serve, different centers may maintain additional affiliations.
Diversity of staff and families.
In partnership with families, community and early childhood experts, Academy continues to grow and develop within the scope of our "Building Blocks for Life" philosophy.

Private MSDE Approved Nursery School through Second grade.
Our programs are approved, accredited and licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education.
Specialized instruction in motor development, Spanish and the arts.
Small class size provides individualized learning opportunities.
Orton-Gillingham approach.
Our teachers all have experience and education in early childhood and over 41% have taught at Academy for more than five years.
School hours: 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Extended Hours Available: Before school starts at 7:00 a.m. After school closes at 6:30 p.m. Holiday care options available.
Academy's school programs operate approximately 170-180 school days per year.
Our bright and open facility was specifically designed for our early education program.
Dress Code: Uniforms for Kindergarten Students (Navy, White & Khaki).
Active Parent Teacher eXchange (PTeX) Group.

Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Academy Primary School & Child Development Center cost?

Academy Primary School & Child Development Center's tuition is approximately $16,000 for private students.

What sports does Academy Primary School & Child Development Center offer?

Academy Primary School & Child Development Center offers 3 interscholastic sports: Basketball, Dance and Soccer.

When is the application deadline for Academy Primary School & Child Development Center?

The application deadline for Academy Primary School & Child Development Center is Jul. 1 / rolling (applications are due on Jul. 1 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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