Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools
ADDRESS: 320 Cathedral Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
WEBSITE: archbalt.org/schools
PHONE NUMBER: 410-547-5369
TUITION & FEES: $1,730-$24,850
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: Over 24,749 students*
*2024-2025 School Year
APPLICATION DEADLINES: Application deadlines vary by school. Please contact the Catholic school(s) of your choice for application and admissions information.
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Open Houses dates vary by school. Please contact the Catholic school(s) of your choice for open house, shadow day, tours, and other admissions event information.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed and single-sex Catholic school educational options available
GRADE LEVELS: Preschool, kindergarten, elementary, middle, and high school
YEAR FOUNDED: Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton laid the foundation for the Catholic school system in the United States by opening her school for girls in Baltimore in 1810.
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore provide a Christ-centered education that is academically excellent and empowers students to reach their full potential–spiritually, intellectually, physically, socially, and morally. Catholic Schools offer a balanced curriculum, integrating music and arts, world language, and Catholic faith, while challenging students in the areas of science, math, and technology. Catholic schools emphasize critical thinking and encourage collaboration, problem-solving, and communication.
Over 24,000 students attend Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Baltimore, which includes 42 elementary and middle schools and 17 high schools located in Baltimore City, Allegany, Anne Arundel, Baltimore, Carroll, Frederick, Harford, Howard, and Washington Counties.
Arts & Ideas Sudbury School
ADDRESS: 4915 Holder Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21214
WEBSITE: aisudbury.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-426-0001
TUITION & FEES: $0-$9,576
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 86
APPLICATION DEADLINE: March 2026, rolling admission through February
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Please refer to https://youtu.be/Hb0FvpB2XlE for Virtual Open House
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 2008
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Arts & Ideas Sudbury School is modeled after Sudbury Valley School, the first school of its kind, founded in 1968. At A&I, students and staff run the school together through a democratic structure in which every staff member and student has one vote in every decision made by the School Meeting. With no curriculum, no required academics, no testing, and a daily schedule left up to each student to decide for themselves, students at A&I are free to learn, explore, and reflect at their own pace in a way that works best for them.
Baltimore Lab School
ADDRESS: 2220 Saint Paul Street, Baltimore, MD 21218
WEBSITE: baltimorelabschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-261-5500
TUITION & FEES: $44,450-$49,750
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 125
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to baltimorelabschool.org/admissions for Open House dates.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: 1-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 2000
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Baltimore Lab School (BLS) educates bright students with language-based learning disabilities, such as dyslexia, dysgraphia, dyscalculia, and ADHD in grades 1-12. Through an innovative, multisensory, arts-based curriculum, students go on to succeed in college and careers as engaged and compassionate members of a global society. In addition to mastering core academics with experienced faculty, students explore the visual and performing arts, engage in outdoor education, take part in service-learning projects, and participate in athletics. BLS students thrive in small classes with highly trained teachers and full-time on-site occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and counseling staff. Students gain confidence, self-esteem, and self-awareness because of individualized instruction, research-based interventions, low student-teacher ratios, and commitment to intellectual curiosity.
Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School
ADDRESS: 3300 Old Court Road, Baltimore, MD 21208
WEBSITE: bethtfiloh.com/school
PHONE NUMBER: 410-413-2323
TUITION & FEES: $4,000-$26,400
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 858
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025; applications received after December 15 will be processed on a rolling basis.
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to bethtfiloh.com/admissions/visit for group tour dates and times.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-12, includes preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1942
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Jewish
OVERVIEW: As Baltimore’s premier Jewish private school, serving preschool through grade 12, Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School (BT) provides a learning environment where students become self-reliant scholars and discover their unique potential. BT students learn how to advocate for themselves, ask difficult questions, and pursue their aspirations. BT combines rigorous academics with character development in a warm, caring, and supportive atmosphere. Small class sizes allow BT’s outstanding educators to provide their students personalized attention and to champion each child’s needs. Teachers are focused on developing minds, celebrating the joy of Judaism, instilling values, and fostering curiosity to prepare their students for future success and to create positive change in the world. BT’s unparalleled, individualized college guidance program ensures that 100% of BT seniors who apply to a four-year university get accepted to the one that is right for them.
The Boys’ Latin School of Baltimore
ADDRESS: 822 West Lake Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210
WEBSITE: boyslatinmd.com
PHONE NUMBER: 410-377-5192
TUITION & FEES: $26,300-$39,200 (k-12, day); $58,400 (9-12, boarding)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 630
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: September 28, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, boys; boarding available for students in grades 9-12
GRADE LEVELS: K-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1844
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Non-sectarian
OVERVIEW:
The Boys’ Latin School of Maryland is an independent school serving boys in grades k-12.
With more than 180 years of experience, Boys’ Latin is a recognized leader in all-boys education, continually striving to do what is best for boys. Boys’ Latin’s intentionally small size and all-boys environment create the ideal setting for boys to learn, grow and thrive. At Boys’ Latin, every student is known—for who he is today and all he can become tomorrow.
Boys’ Latin sets high academic standards, challenging students to reach their full potential so they can learn and earn the results of hard work. Whether designing championship-winning robots, collaborating on multivariate calculus problems or discussing global issues, Boys’ Latin boys develop essential skills of collaboration, creativity and critical thinking.
Nothing is more important, however, than for each boy to hone and sharpen his character. That’s why timeless values—courage, compassion and integrity—are woven into every aspect of school life. As a small school where every boy is known, they focus on shaping boys and young men into responsible, grounded and moral citizens.
The results speak for themselves. Boys’ Latin graduates go on to attend a wide range of institutions, including small liberal arts colleges, large public universities, Ivy League schools, engineering and technology universities, military academies, art schools and music conservatories. When they leave Boys’ Latin, they are prepared for the future and ready to make their mark on the world.
The Bryn Mawr School
ADDRESS: 109 West Melrose Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210
21210 WEBSITE: brynmawrschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-323-8800
TUITION & FEES: $23,000-$42,350
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 830
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Saturday, October 25, 2025: pre-k-grade 5, 9:00-10:15 a.m.; grades 6-12, 11:00 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Check brynmawrschool.org/admission/visit-bryn-mawr for more details and additional visiting opportunities for students and families.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls pre-k through grade 12; co-ed infant and preschool
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k-12, includes preschool and infant care
YEAR FOUNDED: 1885
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: The Bryn Mawr School is an independent all-girls pre-kindergarten through 12th grade school with a co-ed preschool and infant care. Bryn Mawr is known for its inquisitive girls, excellent teaching, strong student-teacher relationships, and spirited sisterhood. At Bryn Mawr, girls lead, question, achieve, succeed, and are passionate about lifelong learning. In the classroom, on the fields and playground, across the stage, and in the studio, Bryn Mawr raises the bar for girls and supports them as they achieve more than they ever thought possible.
Calvert School
ADDRESS: 105 Tuscany Road, Baltimore, MD 21210
WEBSITE: calvertschoolmd.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-243-6054
TUITION & FEES: $22,975-$33,625 bundled tuition (includes supplies, daily lunch and snack, and more)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 630
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 17, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to calvertschoolmd.org/discover for Discover Calvert dates and times, as well as details on their new evening and Middle School-focused sessions.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K- 8 and early childhood education center
YEAR FOUNDED: 1897
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Located in central Baltimore, Calvert School is a co-ed k-8 school that inspires each child to lead a life of purpose by providing a strong foundation in academic skills and character development. Students learn and grow in a joyful and nurturing community that cultivates intellectual curiosity, confidence, and a deep appreciation for learning.
As experts in elementary and middle school education, Calvert teachers know that these years contain the most important developmental experiences of a child’s life—and all members of the community are committed to helping students discover their passions and hone their skills in the classroom, on stage, on the sports field, and beyond. Through robust co-curriculars like athletics, drama, and community engagement with Calvert’s Institute for Leadership & Purpose, students are empowered to broaden their perspectives and become multifaceted leaders.
Cambridge School
ADDRESS: 6200 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21212
WEBSITE: cambridgeschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-486-3686
TUITION & FEES: $15,400-$16,100
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 150
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 19, 2025, rolling admission if space is available
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to cambridgeschool.org/admissions for Open House dates and times.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1998
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Christian, non-denominational
OVERVIEW: Cambridge School offers a classical, Christ-centered education for k–8 students, nurturing their innate wonder and curiosity about the world. Rather than simply imparting information, Cambridge unfolds knowledge organically, helping students see the deeper connections between subjects and life itself. Through a rich, integrated curriculum, students explore literature, history, art, and music, not as isolated disciplines, but as part of a greater whole. Each lesson builds on the next, contributing to a broader, more meaningful understanding, like savoring a slice of cake rather than tasting its ingredients separately. At Cambridge, learning is immersive. Students are encouraged to absorb, reflect on, and relive historical moments, empathize with literary characters, and engage deeply with timeless ideas. This approach fosters critical thinking, compassion, and a lifelong love of learning. By engaging with truths that transcend mere facts, Cambridge students evolve from passive learners into active participants, curious, thoughtful, and eager to discover and grow.
The Catholic High School of Baltimore
ADDRESS: 2800 Edison Highway, Baltimore, MD 21213
WEBSITE: thecatholichighschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-732-6200
TUITION & FEES: $17,800; $1,100 fees
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 300
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 10, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: October 25, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls
GRADE LEVELS: 9- 12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1939
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Roman Catholic, rooted in the Franciscan tradition (founded by the Sisters of St. Francis of Philadelphia)
OVERVIEW: Empowered by the Gospel values and rooted in the spirit and tradition of Saints Francis and Clare of Assisi, The Catholic High School of Baltimore, a sponsored institution of the Sisters of Saint Francis of Philadelphia, is dedicated to the education of young women in an environment that fosters Christian attitudes of dignity and respect for the human person and all of creation. Through its mission, Catholic High recognizes that through education, the empowerment of women can affect the transformation of society. Catholic High offers the following academic programs: Honors, College Preparatory, STEM Program (Engineering, Biomedical, and Sports Medicine courses), McCafferty Visual and Performing Arts Program, Law and Leadership in the Franciscan Tradition, and the Archangel Program (learning support program). Students have the ability to enroll in courses offered through Notre Dame of Maryland University and the Community College of Baltimore County to receive college credit.
Concordia Preparatory School
ADDRESS: 1145 Concordia Drive, Towson, MD 21286
WEBSITE: concordiaprepschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-825-2323
TUITION & FEES: $11,850-$16,795 (additional fees for specific academic and support programs)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 475+
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, December 19, 2025 (admissions accepted after due date, pending availability)
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Saturday, October 25, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: 6-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1965
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Lutheran Church Missouri-Synod. CPS welcomes students from all backgrounds and religions.
OVERVIEW: Concordia Preparatory School is a compassionate, Christ-centered community of servant leaders. Started in 1965 as Baltimore Lutheran School, Concordia Prep has a rich history of excellence in education, faith development, and community service. At Concordia Prep, students will find a supportive learning environment that nurtures their spiritual, academic, physical, and social growth to become faithful servant leaders with focus on the core values of faith, integrity, service, leadership, and community. In addition to honors and advanced placement courses, Concordia Prep offers the Academic Pathways, a program designed to prepare students for future careers in mathematics, health sciences, and computer science along with an honors track, and an Academic Mentorship Program (AMP). Concordia Prep also offers the Giguere Program for college-bound students with learning differences. Eighty percent of the student body participates in the school’s outstanding fine arts program: art, chorus, band, and theatre. Concordia Prep offers competitive sports teams for both upper and middle school students. It’s always a great day to be the Concordia Prep Saints!
Friends School of Baltimore
ADDRESS: 5114 North Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21210-2096
WEBSITE: friendsbalt.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-649-3200
TUITION & FEES: $25,400-$39,600
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 765 (Pre-k-grade 12)
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: First Look @ Friends Open Houses: October 15, 2025, November 8, 2025, November 19, 2024, and April 8, 2025. Please refer to friendsbalt.org/admission/visit-friends.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k–12; Little Friends Early Learning Center includes care for 6 weeks to 4 years old
YEAR FOUNDED: 1784
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Quaker
OVERVIEW: Friends School of Baltimore is a private, Quaker, co-educational, college preparatory day school for students in pre-K through grade 12. As Baltimore’s first school, Friends School has been rooted in enduring Quaker values for over 240 years, values that empower them to be progressive, inclusive, and forward-thinking.
A Friends education combines challenging academics with high standards of integrity, encouraging students to be curious, confident, and fully themselves. Friends School believes in a balance between academics, athletics, and the arts. Their schedule gives students the time and space to explore academic interests and individual passions. This is what a Friends education is all about.
Friends School’s inquiry-based, experiential curriculum fosters critical thinking, collaboration, communication, and resilience. Students take an active role in their learning, discovering how to think, not just what to think. The school believes great teachers teach the individual child in front of them, and they are committed to making every student feel known, supported, and challenged.
Quaker values—simplicity, peace, integrity, community, equality, and stewardship—guide how they learn, lead, and treat one another. Though rooted in Quaker tradition, they celebrate diversity and welcome students of all beliefs and backgrounds.
Grounded in reflection and driven by curiosity, students graduate ready to thrive. When students start their journey at Friends School, they’re prepared to go anywhere.
Garrison Forest School
ADDRESS: 300 Garrison Forest Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117
WEBSITE: gfs.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-363-1500
TUITION & FEES: $20,175 – $41,150 (preschool to grade 12, day); $70,475 (8-12, boarding)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 540
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 15, 2026 (day), January 31, 2026 (boarding)
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please visit gfs.org/visit for upcoming dates and times.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed daycare and preschool; single sex, girls; boarding program, grades 8-12
GRADE LEVELS: K-12, includes daycare and preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1910
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Brave, compassionate, curious, spirited. Girls thrive at Garrison Forest School (GFS), where they can be their authentic selves as they create with purpose, pursue their passions and lead with confidence. Dedicated, highly engaged faculty members know each student and what’s important to her. The Boyce Center for Learning and Thriving, launched in fall 2024, provides holistic support of academic success and wellness and wellbeing to provide each student with the resources needed to thrive. The 110-acre GFS campus gives girls the space to explore, featuring an outdoor classroom for younger students, state-of-the-art athletic fields and an equestrian center that is home to nationally recognized riding and polo programs. National and international boarding students in grades 8 -12 find a welcoming home base where they are supported by on-campus faculty residents and join a vibrant community.
Gerstell Academy
ADDRESS: 2500 Old Westminster Pike, Finksburg, MD 21048
WEBSITE: gerstell.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-861-3300
TUITION & FEES: $16,590-$30,429
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 400
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 31, 2025, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Please visit gerstell.org for Open House dates and events.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1996
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Non-sectarian
OVERVIEW: Gerstell Academy is a co-educational, non-sectarian private school for students entering pre-kindergarten through grade 12, dedicated to the mission and motto: Leadership, Honor, Courage. The school’s unique values-based approach to education is based on four pillars: leadership, rigorous academics, physical training/athletics and modern language proficiency. With a beautiful 250-acre campus located in Carroll County, Maryland, Gerstell Academy has the reputation as one of the top academic schools in the region. Gerstell Academy’s unparalleled resources provide students with excellent faculty, state-of-the-art facilities and a unique approach to learning and leadership. Competitive athletics allow students the opportunity to showcase their talents and sportsmanship in a variety of team sports. A diverse student body contributes to a strong sense of community where each student’s potential to learn, to grow morally, to be physically fit and to compete is maximized as Gerstell Academy’s young leaders prepare to make a positive contribution to society.
Gilman School
ADDRESS: 5407 Roland Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210
WEBSITE: gilman.edu
PHONE NUMBER: 410-323-3800
TUITION & FEES: $22,435-$39,820
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 1,035
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to gilman.edu/admissions for information about visiting days.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, boys
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1897
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Gilman is a pre-k through grade 12 independent all-boys school located in the Roland Park neighborhood of Baltimore. Known for its dedication to educating boys in mind, body, and spirit with an eye toward growing boys into men of character, Gilman understands how boys learn best and celebrates each one on his individual journey. With an unmatched academic rigor, a strong athletic program that emphasizes both skill and sportsmanship, and a myriad of artistic opportunities, Gilman strives to unlock the greatness of each boy in a diverse and inclusive community. The pursuit of excellence begins at Gilman.
Glenelg Country School
ADDRESS: 12793 Folly Quarter Road, Ellicott City, MD 21042
WEBSITE: glenelg.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-531-8600
TUITION & FEES: $15,140-$37,620
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 800
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATES: October 10, 2025 (Lower School only); October 17, 2025 (Middle and Upper Schools); November 18, 2025; December 12, 2025; January 13, 2026; February 24, 2026; April 10, 2026
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k–12 with preschool starting at age 2
YEAR FOUNDED: 1954
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Glenelg Country School (GCS) is a non-sectarian, co-educational independent day school serving students from age 2 through grade 12 on a 90-acre campus in Howard County. For over 65 years, GCS has been an educational community offering exceptional academics in a caring, family-oriented environment. The school values each individual in a supportive community, providing opportunities and balance for all. Integrity, mutual respect, responsibility, and service underscore community-held values, while critical inquiry, creative exploration, and independent thinking define its educational focus. GCS sets high standards and strong expectations, and provides personal support along the way. GCS is about options and opportunities. The arts, physical activity, and athletics are valued and encouraged. GCS is a dynamic community where 2-year-olds and 18-year-olds share the same campus and values. An outstanding faculty and beautiful campus with excellent facilities add to the overall quality of the GCS experience.
The GreenMount School
ADDRESS: 501 W. 30th Street, Baltimore, MD 21211
WEBSITE: greenmountschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-235-6295
TUITION & FEES: $16,100 – $16,900
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 115
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 17, 2025, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Sunday, October 19, 2025. Please refer to greenmountschool.org for more information and “Glimpse of GreenMount” tours!
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1993
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: The GreenMount School is a small, co-educational school with 115 students in kindergarten through grade 8. Faculty and staff know every student and understand their strengths and opportunities for growth. The GreenMount School uses challenging, immersive, and experiential learning that firmly root complex topics in a real-world context. The GreenMount School sees parents as partners, and parent involvement in the co-op is important to both student and school success. At The GreenMount School, every day is an opportunity to learn about patience, respect, responsibility, and acceptance of new ideas.
Harford Day School
ADDRESS: 715 Moores Mill Road, Bel Air, MD 21014
WEBSITE: harfordday.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-838-4848
TUITION & FEES: $18,150-$23,610
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 330
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2026, rolling admission on a space-available basis thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to harfordday.org/admissions/visit
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8, includes preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1957
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: At Harford Day School, Harford County’s preeminent independent school for children age 3 to grade 8, a passionate, talented faculty, small classes, innovative curriculum, and an inclusive atmosphere are driven by their mission, “At Harford Day School, learning is a joyful process rooted in respectful relationships, strong traditions, and an innovative program that fosters confidence, imagination, curiosity, and engagement with the world.” Committed to supporting children and their families through these crucial learning years, Harford Day students not only master fundamental skills but also develop character by learning the values of empathy, perseverance, integrity, community, and growth. Harford Day School graduates regularly achieve 100% admission to their first-choice high schools throughout the Baltimore metro area and beyond, with many earning merit awards.
The Highlands School
ADDRESS: 2409 Creswell Road, Bel Air, MD 21015
WEBSITE: hsmd.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-836-1415
TUITION & FEES: $21,000 (grades k-12); $30,385 (grades 3-8); $15,000 (home school extension)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 70
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Multiple throughout the year; please refer to hsmd.org for Open House dates and times.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1996
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: The Highlands School is k-8 independent school that educates students with learning differences and achievement gaps. Located on a beautiful 18-acre campus in Bel Air (near exit 80 along I-95), The Highlands School offers a full-time day program, homeschool extension, summer academic and fun camps, and tutoring for all ages and subjects (including test prep).
The Highland School’s unique small-group instruction in phonics, reading comprehension, and math boasts no more than 4 students per group and individualized instruction. Large classroom instruction, with no more than 12 students per grade, includes science, social studies, art, gym, and music. Executive functioning skills and social confidence are taught explicitly in daily courses and are woven into every aspect of a student’s day. The school-wide Hands-On-Highlands Program engages students in multidisciplinary, project-based learning. Outside of the classroom, students can participate in a variety of extracurricular activities.
Jemicy School
ADDRESSES:
Lower and Middle School Campus – 11 Celadon Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117
Upper School Campus – 11202 Garrison Forest Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117
WEBSITE: jemicyschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-653-2700
TUITION & FEES: $43,025-$44,875
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 440
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Monday, January 12, 2026; if space available, rolling admission after January 12
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Contact Jemicy School at jemicyadmissionoffice@jemicyschool.org to schedule a tour or attend an information session.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: 1-12 and Upper School Prep Program
YEAR FOUNDED: 1973
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Jemicy School, founded in 1973 and accredited by AIMS and the International Dyslexia Association, is a co-educational, independent school that provides a highly individualized, flexible, and challenging program for talented and bright, college-bound students (grades 1-12) with dyslexia or other related language-based learning differences. The school addresses students’ intellectual strengths and their learning needs by utilizing creative, multisensory, research-based programs and techniques to develop reading, writing, spelling, math, and organization skills; promote a love of learning; and prepare students for the intellectual and social challenges of college and life. In addition to its robust academic program, Jemicy offers superb visual and performing arts, athletic, and extracurricular programs and activities as well as comprehensive college counseling guidance.
Key School
ADDRESS: 534 Hillsmere Drive, Annapolis, MD 21403
WEBSITE: keyschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-263-9231
TUITION & FEES: $10,565-$36,100; 34% of families receive financial aid
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 670
APPLICATION DEADLINES: First & Lower School – December 15, 2025; Middle & Upper School – January 10, 2026. Rolling admission thereafter.
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to keyschool.org/admission for Open House information.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-12, includes preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1958
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Key’s reputation as one of Maryland’s most sought-after college prep programs stems from a distinctive approach: rigorous academics paired with relational teaching and real-world learning. Students engage deeply with ideas, stretch their capacities in every direction—from academics to arts to athletics—and leave with more than accolades. They leave with a sense of purpose, a habit of self-advocacy, and the tools to make a meaningful impact. This is excellence without pretension, and it’s what makes the Key experience extraordinary.
The Krieger Schechter Day School
ADDRESS: 8100 Stevenson Road, Baltimore, MD 21208
WEBSITE: ksds.edu
PHONE NUMBER: 410-486-8640
TUITION & FEES: $22,500-$25,300
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 300
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling and continuous admission option
OPEN HOUSE DATE: No Open House; interested families are encouraged to contact Nissa Weinberg, Director of Admissions, nweinberg@ksds.edu, for a personal tour.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1981
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Jewish
OVERVIEW: Krieger Schechter Day School is a co-educational, K–8 independent day school with high academic standards and a foundation of Jewish values. The school is committed to shaping intellectually engaged young people of strong character with a deep commitment to their Jewish identity.
Loyola Blakefield
ADDRESS: 500 Chestnut Avenue, Towson, MD 21204
WEBSITE: loyolablakefield.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-823-0601
TUITION & FEES: Middle: $24,095 + fees; Upper: $25,045 + fees
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 1,015
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 19, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: October 18, 2025. Please refer to loyolablakefield.org/openhouse.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, boys
GRADE LEVELS: 6-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1852
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic, Jesuit
OVERVIEW: Loyola Blakefield is a Catholic, Jesuit, college preparatory school founded in 1852, for boys in grades 6-12. Loyola Blakefield offers a challenging college preparatory curriculum that provides a broad range of major course offerings including honors and advanced placement courses, complemented by a selection of enriching electives and co-curricular activities. Ignatian service and spiritual formation, in the Jesuit tradition, is the hallmark of a Loyola education. There are 17 interscholastic sports programs at Loyola Blakefield, as well as musical and dramatic performing arts ensembles, and many clubs and student organizations. Loyola Blakefield forms men to serve with and for others. The Loyola student is preparing to graduate as a man of integrity, who, because he strives “to find God in all things,” is open to growth, intellectually ambitious, religious, loving, and committed to diversity and doing justice.
Maryland International School
ADDRESS: 6135 Old Washington Road, Elkridge, MD 21075
WEBSITE: marylandinternationalschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-220-3792
TUITION & FEES: $15,000-$19,600
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 215
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Please refer to marylandinternationalschool.org/openhouse/ for Open House dates and times.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: 1-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 2017
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Maryland International School (MDIS) is a private, International Baccalaureate World School located on a beautiful 9-acre campus in Howard County, offering grades 1-12. MDIS is the only school in the state of Maryland, and the second in the entire mid-Atlantic region, to offer all 3 IB programmes: Primary Years Programme (PYP), Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). MDIS’s mission is to provide an academically rigorous and supportive college-preparatory education with an interdisciplinary and applied focus on the science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) disciplines in order to prepare students to become creative problem solvers, effective communicators, and tomorrow’s leaders who think ethically, independently, and globally. The academic program at MDIS integrates the IB curriculum with STEM-specific programs and pathways, including Project Lead the Way. High school students can earn up to 30 college credits by earning an IB Diploma.
Maryvale Preparatory School
ADDRESS: 11300 Falls Road, Lutherville, MD 21093
WEBSITE: maryvale.com
PHONE NUMBER: 410-252-3366
TUITION & FEES: Upper School: $26,550; Middle School: $26,100; Fees: Security – $350, Technology – $350, Activity – $450
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 475
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 10, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Meet Maryvale: Thursday, October 16, 2025; Thursday, October 30, 2025
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls
GRADE LEVELS: 6-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1945
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: Maryvale Preparatory School, a Catholic, independent girls’ school for grades 6–12, proudly celebrates 80 years of academic excellence. Founded in 1945 by the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur, Maryvale challenges students to think critically, communicate effectively, and lead with purpose. With a personalized, student-centered approach, Maryvale tailors each student’s journey to her strengths and goals. In the Upper School, every student is paired with an academic advisor who ensures her schedule aligns with her learning style, interests, and ambitions.
Maryvale’s strong curriculum, enriched by experiential learning and mentorship, prepares girls for success in college and beyond. Set on 100+ inspiring acres, the campus nurtures growth in and beyond the classroom. Join Maryvale as they honor eight decades of empowering young women through transformative education.
McDonogh School
ADDRESS: 8600 McDonogh Road, Owings Mills, MD 21117
WEBSITE: mcdonogh.org
PHONE NUMBER: 443-544-7020
TUITION & FEES: $24,350- $42,440
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 1,460
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Friday, December 5, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Visit mcdonogh.org/admissions for details on information sessions and campus tours.
SCHOOL TYPE: Coed; 5-day boarding option for grades 9-12
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1873
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: McDonogh is an independent, co-educational day and five-day boarding school that enrolls students in pre-kindergarten through twelfth grade. Providing life-altering educational opportunities that inspire joy in learning and promote personal and intellectual growth is at the heart of the McDonogh experience. The school’s talented and caring teachers prepare students to lead and be a force for good in a rapidly changing world. In addition to state-of-the-art academic, art, and athletic facilities, McDonogh’s 800-acre campus provides countless opportunities for exploration. A unique highlight is Roots, a 10-acre farm where students experience hands-on learning. McDonogh’s fleet of 20 buses serves Baltimore City and surrounding counties. The five-day boarding option allows upper school students to experience activities, traditions, spirit, and community to the fullest.
Mercy High School
ADDRESS: 1300 East Northern Parkway, Baltimore, MD 21239
WEBSITE: mercyhighschool.com
PHONE NUMBER: 410-433-8880
TUITION & FEES: $19,620
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 445
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 10, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: October 18, 2025, 10:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Registration is available at mercyhighschool.com/admissions/admission-calendar/open-house.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls
GRADE LEVELS: 9-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1960
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: At Mercy High School, girls develop a commitment to excellence, hospitality, service, justice, and compassion as they prepare for college and beyond. Sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy, Mercy proudly carries forward the distinguished legacy of nearly 200 years of Mercy, Catholic education. An International Baccalaureate World School, Mercy offers an environment enriched by the IB Middle Years Programme for all 9th and 10th graders, honors and AP courses, four distinctive STEM programs, and extraordinary fine arts offerings. Just last year, Mercy gained authorization to offer the IB Diploma Programme, furthering a commitment to provide a world-class education to Mercy girls. Unique opportunities to explore service, leadership, and the law, championship athletics, and rich traditions prepare Mercy girls to be thoughtful citizens in their local and global communities. Located just minutes from I-695 and I-83, Mercy’s modern 26-acre campus is home to 80+ exceptional faculty and staff who challenge and guide girls to reach their fullest potential.
Mount de Sales Academy for Girls
ADDRESS: 700 Academy Road, Catonsville, MD 21228
WEBSITE: mountdesalesacademy.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-744-8498
TUITION & FEES: $19,850
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 465
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 10, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Sunday, November 2, 2025
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls
GRADE LEVELS: 9-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1852
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: Entering its 174th year of educating young women, Mount de Sales Academy (MDSA) fosters academic excellence within a vibrant Catholic community, where each student is known and encouraged to develop her God-given talents. MDSA provides a rigorous course of studies where young women learn both the joy of intellectual inquiry as well as the perseverance required in true study. MDSA’s curriculum is traditional college preparatory rooted in the liberal arts and features four levels of classes, 14 AP courses and 39 Honors classes. With a low student-to-teacher ratio, the classrooms are a familial place where each young woman is known by her peers and teachers. Students have abundant opportunities to further explore their interests outside the classroom through athletics, performing arts and 30+ clubs. Administered by the Dominican Sisters of St. Cecilia and staffed by lay and religious faculty, students come from 98 zip codes and 82 schools.
Mount Saint Joseph High School
ADDRESS: 4403 Frederick Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21229
WEBSITE: msjnet.edu
PHONE NUMBER: 410-646-6218
TUITION & FEES: $20,495
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 800+
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 10, 2025, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATE: November 2, 2025, 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. Register at msjnet.edu/openhouse.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, boys
GRADE LEVELS: 9-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1876
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: As a Xaverian Brothers Sponsored School, Mount Saint Joseph offers young men a rigorous academic program steeped in the Xaverian values of humility, simplicity, compassion, trust, and zeal. At Mount Saint Joseph, students belong to a lifelong brotherhood founded on faith and to a legacy of change-making alumni who continue to give back to their alma mater. With a focus on experiential and service learning, independent research, retreats, and community projects, a Mount Saint Joseph education extends far beyond the classroom walls. Students are encouraged to participate in one—or several—of 50+ extracurricular activities and 17 interscholastic sports.
Notre Dame Preparatory School
ADDRESS: 815 Hampton Lane, Towson, MD 21286
WEBSITE: notredameprep.com
PHONE NUMBER: 410-825-6202
TUITION & FEES: $24,600 tuition
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 818
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Saturday, October 18, 2025, 8:30 a.m.-12 p.m. Please refer to notredameprep.com for details.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls
GRADE LEVELS: 6-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1873
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: Founded in 1873 by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, Notre Dame Preparatory School (NDP) educates young women to transform the world. A Catholic, independent school for girls in grades 6 through 12, NDP is an inclusive community committed to academic excellence, spiritual growth, and the practice of justice. The school offers a personalized, liberal arts-based education with signature programs for middle and high school students, including STEAM, humanities, the arts, and global languages. The learning resource center provides support for study skills, writing, reading, and math. The Women In… (WIN) program provides career exploration through hands-on experiences. Student clubs, meaningful traditions, and championship-level teams complement an NDP education. The school has the longest-running service program of any area high school. Notre Dame Prep’s 23,500 square foot Innovation Wing houses state-of-the-art facilities to support the school’s award-winning, seven-year STEAM program. This year, NDP welcomes its new Head of School, Angela Allen, the first lay leader in this role.
The Odyssey School
ADDRESS: 3257 Bridle Ridge Lane, Lutherville, MD 21093
WEBSITE: theodysseyschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-580-5551
TUITION & FEES: $41,950
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 167
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 16, 2026, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Inside Odyssey, an open house for parents/guardians, will be held Thursday, January 22, 2026, 5:45 p.m.-8:00 p.m.; Snow Date: Thursday, January 29, 5:45 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1994
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Founded in 1994 by a group of dedicated parents, The Odyssey School is a unique, co-educational community that provides specialized instruction for children with dyslexia and other language learning differences from kindergarten through 8th grade. Teachers utilize the most current evidence-based methodologies that empower students to build the skills and strategies needed to learn and thrive. Located on 42 acres in the Greenspring Valley of Baltimore County, the school offers explicit reading and writing instruction in both daily tutoring and content classes, development of self-advocacy and executive function skills, as well as strength-based opportunities to showcase students’ talents and passions including art, music, drama, middle school clubs, extracurricular sports, and community service. For the past 30 years, the capability and successes of Odyssey’s students have earned them acceptance into a variety of schools where they have continued to grow their talents and contribute significantly. What begins here changes everything.
Oldfields School
ADDRESS: 1500 Glencoe Road, Sparks Glencoe, MD 21152-9321
WEBSITE: oldfieldsschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-472-4800
TUITION & FEES: Day: $31,000; 5-Day Boarding: $47,000; 7-Day Boarding: $59,000
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Please visit oldfieldsschool.org/admission to register and see visit options.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls; day and boarding
GRADE LEVELS: 8-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1867
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW:
Founded in 1867, Oldfields School is a private, college preparatory boarding school for girls in grades 8-12. Located north of Baltimore, on 140 acres in the heart of Maryland horse country, Oldfields’ nurturing environment and purposely small enrollment allows each student to be known well, develop genuine friendships, take risks, and be valued for who she is as much as who the school believes she can become.
Oldfields’ collaborative, individually-tailored curriculum fosters both academic and personal growth. Oldfields’ curriculum combines the traditional areas of liberal arts studies: science, math, history, English, world languages, and the arts with innovative Signature Programs that provide relevant learning to explore a passion and expand students’ knowledge.
The Oldfields riding program supports riders from novice to ultra-competitive and includes an Equine Science Concentration for post-graduation pursuits.
Each girl is encouraged to find and pursue her passion, all the while receiving a complete academic and practical grounding.
The Park School of Baltimore
ADDRESS: 2425 Old Court Road, Baltimore, MD 21208
WEBSITE: parkschool.net
PHONE NUMBER: 410-339-7070
TUITION & FEES: $22,525-$40,650
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 803
APPLICATION DEADLINES: December 1, 2025 (Pre-K-Grade 5), December 15, 2025 (Grades 6-12)
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please join us at one or more of our Admission events to learn about the Park philosophy, curriculum, co-curricular programming, and community. Some events are designed specifically for parents, some are geared towards children, and others are designed for the entire family. Please visit our website for the most up-to-date information on ways to experience Park. We look forward to welcoming you.
SCHOOL TYPE: Gender-inclusive
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-K through Grade 12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1912
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Non-sectarian
OVERVIEW: The Park School of Baltimore is a progressive school educating students from Pre-Kindergarten (age 4) through Grade 12 on a 100-acre wooded campus two miles north of the city line. A gender inclusive school founded over 110 years ago, Park is a leading progressive institution in Baltimore, serving as a model for other schools, and emphasizing child-centered, individualized education that encourages a high degree of engagement with academics, the community, and the natural world.
To get to know Park, talk to a student, engage a faculty member, follow the paths of its alumni, and consider the school’s mission statement: Devoted to intellectual inquiry, a collaborative spirit of learning, and an appreciation for the diversity of human experience, The Park School of Baltimore is a community founded on positive expectations of our students and respect for individual differences. We cultivate children’s innate curiosity by nurturing their interests and engaging them as active participants in their own education. We support young people in becoming confident questioners and responsible citizens of the world.
Roland Park Country School
ADDRESS: 5204 Roland Park Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21210
WEBSITE: rpcs.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-323-5500
TUITION & FEES: $32,500-$41,900
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 580
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Saturday, September 27, 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Learn more and register at rpcs.org/community/community-events/open-house.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls, k-12; co-ed preschool
GRADE LEVELS: K-12, includes preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1894
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: At Roland Park Country School (RPCS), girls and young women thrive in a vibrant, inclusive community where they are empowered to support one another and pursue their passions with confidence. For over a century, RPCS has balanced tradition with innovation, cultivating intellectual curiosity, emotional intelligence, and a strong sense of purpose. Students are encouraged to think critically, lead collaboratively, and grow into resilient, compassionate changemakers. With the support of dedicated faculty and a close-knit sisterhood, RPCS graduates leave with a clear sense of who they are and the courage to boldly lead for the greater good—in college and beyond. Roland Park Country School’s Little Reds co-ed early childhood program for infants to pre-kindergarten embraces the Reggio Emilia-inspired philosophy which emphasizes rich and deep learning through stimulating experiences.
The School of the Cathedral of Mary Our Queen
ADDRESS: 111 Amberly Way, Baltimore, MD 21210
WEBSITE: schoolofthecathedral.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-464-4100
TUITION & FEES: $12,033-$13,990
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 325
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 12, 2025, rolling admission beginning Friday, January 12, 2026
OPEN HOUSE DATE: October 14, 2025 – please refer to schoolofthecathedral.org/admissions for details and registration.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-K4 – grade 8, including PreFirst
YEAR FOUNDED: 1871
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: The School of the Cathedral, a co-ed, pre-k4 – 8th grade Catholic parish school, offers students a 21st century educational experience designed to challenge students academically and spiritually. The team of highly qualified teachers prepares students to be creative problem solvers and to collaborate and communicate effectively to meet the leadership needs of a quickly changing world. The students develop spiritually by learning about social justice issues and engaging in service projects in conjunction with the parish. Faith is woven into every student’s education in a way that ensures students will “act justly, love tenderly, and walk humbly with…God.”
Severn School
ADDRESS: 201 Water Street, Severna Park, MD 21146
WEBSITE: severnschool.com
PHONE NUMBER: 410-647-7700
TUITION & FEES: $10,460 (half-day preschool) – $33,400 (grades 6-12)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 910
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 5, 2026
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Lower School: October 1, 2025, 9:00 a.m.; Middle and Upper School: October 23, 2025, 7:00 p.m. For full details and registration link, visit severnschool.com/open-house.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-12, includes preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1914
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW: Severn School is an independent co-educational college preparatory day school for students in preschool through grade 12, located in Severna Park, MD. More than just a school, Severn is a vibrant learning community where every student has the potential to be a leader. Severn Admirals learn that education isn’t solely about the facts you know but about discovering who you are and how you can make a difference with that knowledge.
Though intentionally small in size, Severn offers an expansive range of opportunities that rival even the largest schools. Severn students have endless opportunities to try new things and expand their intellectual horizons, while also establishing a strong academic foundation.
Students are at the very heart of Severn’s caring and connected community. From their first day as an Admiral and beyond, every Severn student is on a journey designed to instill in them the intellectual agility, integrity, and knowledge necessary for success in our ever-changing world.
St. James Academy
ADDRESS: 3100 Monkton Road, Monkton, MD 21111
WEBSITE: saintjamesacademy.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-771-4816
TUITION & FEES: $5,067-$23,590
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 420
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 8, 2026, rolling admission thereafter when spaces are available
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Thursday, October 16, 2025, 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Preschool – grade 8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1821
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW: St. James Academy is an independent preschool through grade 8 school where students are encouraged to be curious, confident, and engaged in their learning. With a strong academic foundation and a warm, close-knit community, SJA partners with families to help students uncover their unique strengths and passions.
Through hands-on, project-based learning, students make meaningful connections between classroom concepts and real-world experiences. In a supportive environment, they build lasting relationships with teachers and peers, fostering growth in the classroom, on the stage, and on the field.
St. John’s Lutheran School
ADDRESS: 13300 Manor Road, Glen Arm, MD 21057
WEBSITE: stjohnlutheranschool.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-592-8019
TUITION & FEES: $2,000-$9,000
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 90
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Please refer to stjohnlutheranschool.org for ways to visit.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Preschool 2s – grade 5
YEAR FOUNDED: 1955
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Lutheran
OVERVIEW: At St. John’s Lutheran School in Glen Arm, Maryland, they cherish the belief that “children are our future.” Rooted in Christian values and approved by the Maryland State Department of Education, the school nurtures each child intellectually, emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
St. John’s Lutheran School is excited to launch 1st grade in 2026-2027, then add one grade per year through 5th grade, forming a comprehensive early childhood and elementary school that offers a seamless, faith-based educational journey.
The school prioritizes small class sizes to enhance learning. Teachers provide personalized instruction, address individual needs, and build strong relationships. This approach fosters greater engagement, motivation, and emotional development, creating a supportive environment where students thrive academically and socially.
Since 1995, St. John’s Lutheran School’s dedicated staff has provided a safe, nurturing environment where every child is valued as God’s unique gift. Families can trust St. John’s for a purpose-driven education rooted in faith, community, and academic excellence.
St. John’s Parish Day School
ADDRESS: 9130 Frederick Road, Ellicott City, MD 20142
WEBSITE: stjohnspds.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-465-7644
TUITION & FEES: $10,000-$17,000, varied by program
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 336
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2026, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATE: October 11, 2025, 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-5, includes preschool
YEAR FOUNDED: 1963
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW: St. John’s Parish Day School (SJPDS) serves children ages 3 through grade 5 on a beautiful 14-acre campus. SJPDS incorporates the best of Episcopal education while maintaining the highest academic standards. Students benefit from small class sizes, differentiated instruction, thematic units, STEM experiences, and a strong, supportive community. The personalized learning approach and stimulating curriculum give students strong foundational tools to discover their individual gifts and grow as independent thinkers of sound character. The programs include STEM, Spanish, media, art, music, daily chapel, and physical education. Maintaining intentionally small class sizes allows students to become confident, compassionate, bright young individuals who understand the importance of living a purpose-driven life. Students learn beyond the classroom and gain authentic cultural experiences through project-based learning and real-world applications. SJPDS graduates go on to attend the best schools in the region, but most importantly, they are active stewards of the world.
St. Joseph School – Cockeysville
ADDRESS: 105 Church Lane, Cockeysville, MD 21030
WEBSITE: sjpray.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-683- 0600
TUITION & FEES: $9,900
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 365
APPLICATION DEADLINE: Rolling admission
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Welcome Wednesday Dates: September 24, 2025, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; October 29, 2025, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; November 12, 2025, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., January 7, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; February 11, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; March 25, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.; April 15, 2026, 10:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1856
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: Named a National Blue Ribbon School by the U.S. Department of Education, St. Joseph School is a Catholic school serving children in pre-k through grade 8. Located in the heart of Cockeysville, St. Joseph School, an authentically Catholic community of diverse learners, prepares students to think critically, to work purposefully, and to live faithfully. The school curriculum utilizes innovative instructions as well as state-of-the art technology that keeps students engaged in learning. St. Joseph School offers a variety of extracurricular opportunities in the areas of academic, athletics, service, and leadership. Founded in 1856, St. Joseph School welcomes families from all faiths and parishes. The Maryland PBIS organization and the Archdiocese of Baltimore have awarded St. Joseph School with Gold status recognition of Positive Behavioral Intervention & Support (PBIS). St. Joseph School goes beyond the basics to nurture the best in each child. The school also offers a before and after care program.
St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School
ADDRESS: 11152 Falls Road, Brooklandville, MD 21022
WEBSITE: stpaulsmd.org/coed
PHONE NUMBERS:
PRESCHOOL: 410-823-0061
LOWER SCHOOL: 410-821-3060
TUITION & FEES: $17,700-$33,980
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 419
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Lower School: October 9, November 10, December 10. All St. Paul’s divisions pre-k through grade 12: January 7—recommended for families applying to multiple divisions.
Visit stpaulsmd.org/coed/admissions for a full list of opportunities to experience St. Paul’s and hear from students, faculty, and staff.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: 6 weeks through grade 4
YEAR FOUNDED: 1849
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW: St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School is a co-educational, independent day school serving children from 6 weeks through grade 4 in two buildings on one campus in Brooklandville, Maryland. As part of The St. Paul’s Schools, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School is where the youngest learners begin their academic journey. St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School believes it is never too early for girls and boys to start adventuring every day. The expert faculty nurture children’s natural curiosity through an abundance of hands-on learning experiences and vary instruction to ensure that each child is consistently engaged and appropriately challenged. The foundation for this educational approach is a positive and nurturing setting where children feel safe to explore.
St. Paul’s School for Boys
ADDRESS: 11152 Falls Road, Brooklandville, MD 21022
WEBSITE: stpaulsmd.org/boys
PHONE NUMBER: 410-825-4400
TUITION & FEES: $38,220-$40,250
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 546
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Middle School: October 23, 2025; November 18, 2025; Upper School: October 17, 2025; November 20, 2025; All St. Paul’s divisions pre-k through grade 12: January 7 – recommended for families applying to multiple divisions.
Visit stpaulsmd.org/boys/admissions for a full list of opportunities to experience St. Paul’s and hear from students, faculty, and staff.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, boys
GRADE LEVELS: 5-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1849
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW: St. Paul’s School for Boys (SP) is a college-preparatory day school for boys in grades 5-12. At SP, boys thrive in an environment that provides a range of challenges and support and a world of opportunities, both in and out of the classroom. St. Paul’s offers the intensive International Baccalaureate (IB) program and immersive experiences for a wide range of levels. Boys develop strong bonds with peers and teachers and build a strong moral compass and the courage to positively impact their world. St. Paul’s School, St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School, and St. Paul’s School for Girls share a 120-acre campus, an Episcopal affiliation, and a mission to develop the intellect and character of their students. The St. Paul’s Schools are conveniently located in Brooklandville, Maryland, on Falls Road off I-695.
St. Paul’s School for Girls
ADDRESS: 11232 Falls Road, Brooklandville, MD 21022
WEBSITE: stpaulsmd.org/girls
PHONE NUMBER: 410-823-6323
TUITION & FEES: $38,220-$40,250
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 486
APPLICATION DEADLINE: December 15, 2025
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Middle School: October 21, November 19, December 9; Upper School: October 14, November 11, December 2; All St. Paul’s divisions pre-k through grade 12: January 7 – recommended for families applying to multiple divisions.
Visit stpaulsmd.org/girls/admissions for a full list of opportunities to experience SPSG and hear from students, faculty and staff.
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls
GRADE LEVELS: 5-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1959
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW: St. Paul’s School for Girls (SPSG) is an independent, college-preparatory school serving girls in grades 5-12. Grounded in the Episcopal values of respect, integrity, and spiritual growth, SPSG cultivates a bold and courageous community of unique girls who will use their education and ethics to improve their world. Through its extensive connections and alumnae network, the school provides unparalleled learning through independent projects, professional internships, community service, and nonprofit partnerships. As part of The St. Paul’s Schools, SPSG shares a campus with St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School and St. Paul’s School for Boys. As such, SPSG encourages and provides co-ed opportunities in and out of the classroom at just the right times. Students’ strengths are made stronger in an inclusive environment that feels like home, building not just lifelong skills, but lasting bonds.
St. Timothy’s School
ADDRESS: 8400 Greenspring Avenue, Stevenson, MD 21153
WEBSITE: stt.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-486-7401
TUITION & FEES: $41,500 (day); $72,700 (boarding)
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 170
APPLICATION DEADLINE: January 15, 2026, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATES: September 20, 2025; October 25, 2025
SCHOOL TYPE: Single-sex, girls; boarding and day school
GRADE LEVELS: 9-12
YEAR FOUNDED: 1832
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW: Opportunity abounds at St. Timothy’s School, the only all-girls day and boarding high school in the Mid-Atlantic region to offer the world-renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) Program. Conveniently located in Stevenson, Maryland, the 145-acre campus has been recognized as one of the “Most Beautiful U.S. Campuses” by Architectural Digest magazine. The academic approach of the IB program emphasizes open-ended questions that inspire students to imagine, analyze, and discover. Through these bold explorations, students engage in research, writing, and reflection that stretch and sharpen their minds, preparing them for success in college and in life. With small class sizes and a student-to-teacher ratio of 8 to 1, each student is known and valued. At St. Timothy’s School there is something for every girl to find a healthy balance with more than 30 student clubs, 13 varsity sports teams, robust dance and theater programs, and an award-winning equestrian program, providing a well-rounded experience.
Trinity School
ADDRESS: 4985 Ilchester Road, Ellicott City, MD 21043
WEBSITE: trinityschoolmd.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-744-1524
TUITION & FEES: $8,070-$17,040
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 235
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2026
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please refer to trinityschoolmd.org/admissions/visit_trinity for ways to visit.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Pre-k-8
YEAR FOUNDED: 1941
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Catholic
OVERVIEW: Trinity School is a Catholic independent school rooted in Gospel values and affiliated with the Sisters of Notre Dame de Namur. The school makes known the goodness of God by cultivating students’ God-given talents through academic, leadership, and service opportunities.
The Waldorf School of Baltimore
ADDRESS: 4801 Tamarind Road, Baltimore, MD 21209
WEBSITE: waldorfschoolofbaltimore.org
PHONE NUMBER: 410-367-6808
TUITION & FEES: $9,850-$25,844
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 200
APPLICATION DEADLINE: February 1, 2026, rolling admission thereafter
OPEN HOUSE DATES: October 22, 2025, 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m.; November 18, 2025, 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m.; December 17, 2025, 8:45 a.m.-10:15 a.m. Virtual tours hosted biweekly at 2 p.m.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: K-8, includes preschool for ages 2.5-4
YEAR FOUNDED: 1971
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: None
OVERVIEW:
The Waldorf School of Baltimore: Education with Heart
Founded in 1971, the Waldorf School is a private, independent, inclusive day school that welcomes children from early childhood (preschool) through 8th grade. The school’s mission is to educate and inspire children to think, feel, and act with depth, imagination, and purpose. Believing that every child is an enthusiastic and engaged learner, the Waldorf School places a strong emphasis on creativity and the imagination in education.
Waldorf Education offers a renaissance in learning, favoring hands-on, experiential academics over rote memorization and technological reliance. Students are immersed in a rigorous academic environment that fosters intellectual curiosity, emotional resiliency, and a strong sense of selves in relation to the rest of the world.
As a USDE Green Ribbon School and Certified Sustainable MAEOE Green School, the Waldorf School of Baltimore is deeply committed to developing each child’s capacity to stand in healthy relation to the earth. The school is located on a beautiful northwest Baltimore campus, adjacent to Cylburn Arboretum, drawing families from in and around the greater Baltimore metropolitan area.
The school is a full member of the Association of Waldorf Schools of North America (AWSNA), fully licensed by the Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE), and accredited by the Association of Independent Maryland Schools (AIMS).
PRESCHOOLS
Goldsmith Early Childhood Center
ADDRESS: 8100 Stevenson Road, Pikesville, MD 21208
WEBSITE: chizukamuno.org/gecc
PHONE NUMBER: 410-486-8642
TUITION & FEES: $4,800-$12,900
TOTAL ENROLLMENT: 135
APPLICATION DEADLINE: No deadline; based on class availability.
OPEN HOUSE DATES: Please email Michelle Gold, Director, at mgold@chizukamuno.org for more information.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Preschool; ages 2-5
YEAR FOUNDED: 1958
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Jewish
OVERVIEW: For children 2 through 5 years of age, Goldsmith Early Childhood Center uses active learning to promote cognitive, social, emotional, physical, creative and Jewish development. Children are given the opportunity to observe, explore, create and experience through a child-centered curriculum and nurturing environment. Goldsmith Early Childhood Center’s classrooms balance academic structure with creative social interaction. Lic#124254
St. David’s Day School
ADDRESS: 4700 Roland Ave. Baltimore, MD 21210
WEBSITE: stdavidsdayschool.net
PHONE NUMBER: 410-366-2133
OPEN HOUSE DATE: Reach out to St. David’s to schedule a personalized tour.
SCHOOL TYPE: Co-ed
GRADE LEVELS: Preschool and kindergarten; ages 2-6
YEAR FOUNDED: 1957
RELIGIOUS AFFILIATION: Episcopal
OVERVIEW
St. David’s Day School, nestled in the historic Roland Park neighborhood of Baltimore, is a warm and welcoming early childhood community where each child is seen, known, and nurtured. The school’s program emphasizes the development of the whole child—socially, emotionally, intellectually, physically, and spiritually—through individualized attention and developmentally appropriate practices. Rooted in a strong sense of community, St. David’s fosters curiosity, confidence, and compassion, laying the foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
FOR MORE PRESCHOOLS, PLEASE SEE THE FOLLOWING LISTINGS:
Archdiocese of Baltimore Catholic Schools
Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School
The Bryn Mawr School
Calvert School
Friends School of Baltimore
Garrison Forest School
Gerstell Academy
Gilman School
Glenelg Country School
Harford Day School
Key School
McDonogh School
The Park School of Baltimore
Roland Park Country School
Severn School
St. James Academy
St. John’s Lutheran School
St. John’s Parish Day School
St. Joseph School – Cockeysville
St. Paul’s Pre and Lower School
Trinity School
The Waldorf School of Baltimore
