The Young School

The mission of The Young School is to foster personal excellence by providing a dynamic learning environment where each child discovers and develops his or her unique gifts and abilities.
The perfect balance of hands-on learning and fundamental skills. Perhaps it's a school that encourages your child to rise to his or her own ability level in each subject.
You imagine a unique educational environment that uncovers your child's talents while he or she discovers the true joy of learning.

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 100 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

School Overview

Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
Year Founded
1987
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 25, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026

Student Body

Total Students
100 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
42%
State avg.: 37%
Students by Grade
The Young School Student By Grade

Academics and Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
3:1
National avg.: 13:1
Average Class Size
12 students

Tuition and Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Application URL
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the application deadline for The Young School?
The application deadline for The Young School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
In what neighborhood is The Young School located?
The Young School is located in the Kings Contrivance neighborhood of Columbia, MD. There are 2 other private schools located in Kings Contrivance.

School Reviews

  5.00 out of 5  (3 reviews)
5  
The Young School has proven to be a great choice for our son`s early childhood education! He just turned four and has enjoyed every moment of the last 2.5 years as he has grown lasting friendships and learned so much through their hands-on curriculum that my son responds to very well. This school is a clear pick when you are touring schools - we found no better option!
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5  
Well organized with less turnover than surround schools. Baby rooms are welcoming without lined up cribs giving the feeling of "cages" as I saw elsewhere. Kids have true connection with teachers.
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5  
My daughter has been attending the Young School for the past two months and I have loved everything about the school so far. When I first walked through the place, I wanted to enroll myself -- it looked so engaging. Their philosophy is to provide students endless opportunities to interact with the real world. Our daughter plays with a variety of fabrics and mirrors and watches a fish tank. They expose her to books even at this young age. Our main care worker cared enough about our daughter to bring in an outfit for their spring "Butterfly Picnic" where they get to see the release of a bunch of butterflies. It is a wonderful school. I highly recommend.
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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 100 students
  • Average class size: 12 students
  • Application Deadline: None / Rolling
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)

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The average acceptance rate in Columbia, MD is 69% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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