At the Winchester School, we consider early childhood education a life-long mission that begins with our loving, caring, dedicated teachers and adminstrators.
Our staff works with families that support our mission of educating the whole-child.
When parents create a home for their children and teachers create a quality school, together we are creating the environment that shapes the children for years to come.
It is from this understanding that good homes and good schools evolve. It is from this understanding that great learners grow!.
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 30 students
- Yearly Tuition: $12,350
- Acceptance rate: 80%
- Average class size: 10 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
Year Founded
1970
Summer School Offered
Yes
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
30 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
86%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
4 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
10 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$12,350
Tuition Notes
Part time fee available; excludes before and after care.
Acceptance Rate
80%
National avg.: 81%
School Notes
- Children entering our PreK3 program should be 3 years old by September 1st and potty-trained.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Winchester School cost?
The Winchester School's tuition is approximately $12,350 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of The Winchester School?
The acceptance rate of The Winchester School is 80%, which is higher than the national average of 79%.
When is the application deadline for The Winchester School?
The application deadline for The Winchester School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
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Location
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13500 Layhill Road
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 576-2800
Silver Spring, MD 20906
(301) 576-2800
1.4 miles
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Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 622-3076
Silver Spring, MD 20904
(301) 622-3076
4.4 miles
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8410 Piney Orchard Pkwy
Odenton, MD 21113
(410) 305-2380
Odenton, MD 21113
(410) 305-2380
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School Reviews
5 10/31/2025
Our family's connection to The Winchester School spans more than a decade - and it says everything that we chose it again for our younger child. Our oldest began here as a toddler in Pre-K3, and now, over ten years later, our youngest is thriving in the same caring environment. Many of the same wonderful teachers and administrators are still here, which speaks volumes about the school's stability and the passion of its staff.The Winchester team creates an environment where children are not only cared for but truly inspired to learn. For any parent looking for a nurturing, consistent, and well-established preschool in the Silver Spring / Aspen Hill area, this school is a gem.
5 4/18/2025
We couldn't be more lucky to have Winchester in our lives. Our son is coming home singing, speaking back and forth in two languages, and loving science. And that's just Pre-K! Wonderful faculty that have been there for decades. Cant recommend enough!
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