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The Harbor School

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Location: The Harbor School

11510 Falls Rd Potomac, MD 20854

Tel: (301) 365-1100

www.theharborschool.org

Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-3
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 29 / Jun. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

The Harbor School Photo #1 - Students in preschool-3rd grade participate in PE, Music, Art, Spanish, and Mindfulness classes during their school day. After school enrichment classes include classes like Soccer, Science, Nature Art, Cooking, and More. Childcare is available until 5:30PM.

The Harbor School Photo #2 - Time outdoors and physical activity are essential components of a school day at Harbor!

The Harbor School Photo #3 - Inquiry-based and maker centered learning, allows children to express their ideas and discoveries in a variety of modalities. Older students in 2nd and 3rd grade have many leadership opportunities and serve as big buddies and role models to younger children.

The Harbor School Photo #4 - Small class sizes allow children to develop relationships and take risks in a non-competitive, nurturing environment, led by expert educators.

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About the School

Early childhood education has been our specialty since we opened our doors in 1973.
Serving the DC metropolitan area, our program has always and only focused on educating young children.
Our preschool is open to children two years old and up, and our elementary program extends through third grade.
Our Mission: The Harbor School embraces the uniqueness of each young child and teaches students to celebrate this in themselves and in each other.
Our holistic approach nurtures confident, kind, and capable learners..

Quick Facts (26-27)

Grades: Nursery/Preschool-3
Average class size: 8 students
Application Deadline: Jan. 29 / Jun. 30 / rolling
Source: ✓Verified school update

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School Facts

Religious Affiliation

Nonsectarian

Grades Offered

Grades Nursery/Preschool-3

ADD/ADHD Support

Yes

Year Founded

1973

Summer School Offered

Yes

Summer Program Details

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School Calendar

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Last Day of School

Wed. Jun 9, 2027

School Motto

Unique. Your Child. Our School.

Student Body

Student Body Type

Co-ed

% Students of Color

18%

State avg.: 39%

Academic Profile

Total Classroom Teachers

10 teachers

% Faculty w/Advanced Degree

50%

Average Class Size

8 students

Classroom Dress Code

Casual

School Membership(s)School Assoc.

Association of Independent Maryland and DC Schools (AIMS-MDDC)

Tuition & Financial Aid

Admission Deadline

Jan. 29 / Jun. 30 / rolling

Tuition Notes

Tuition varies by program: theharborschool.org

Summer Program Cost Notes

Full Day (9:00–3:00): $475 per week Half Day (9:00–12:00): $350 per week

Admissions Director

Andrea Zuraf

Application URL

Online Application

Sports

Colors

Blue and Orange

School Mascot

Skipper The Dog

School Notes

At Harbor, we teach the whole child, recognizing that meaningful learning happens across every dimension of development. Our curriculum intentionally integrates cognitive, social-emotional, and physical development, nurturing the curiosity, confidence, and a sense of connection that help our students grow into CONFIDENT, KIND, and CAPABLE graduates.

Source: Verified school update

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Frequently Asked Questions

Does The Harbor School offer a summer program?

Yes, The Harbor School offers a summer program. Visit their summer school page for more information.

When is the application deadline for The Harbor School?

The application deadline for The Harbor School is Jan. 29 / Jun. 30 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 29 / Jun. 30 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).

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The average private school tuition in Potomac, MD is $34,539 for elementary schools and $42,212 for high schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).

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