Looking for feedback on the Potomac School
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Anonymous
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Agree with many Potomac parents here about the community and rigor; have two children (MS/LS - both started in K) and we love the community (as noted, you will find 'your people'). Academics really start to pick up in MS and love that our children have wonderful friend groups (of all backgrounds, income levels, etc.). The wealth can be intimidating and no, we are never buying the F1 Scholarship Auction item, but all the families have been warm and welcoming.
We have had a mixed bag when it comes to teachers but there is so much support and attention from the staff it hasn't been too much of an issue. I do no know how families adapt when coming in for 9th or another expansion year; would be very intimidating IMO (we decided early on if we were doing private, we would start in K). Admissions are very tough - know several siblings who haven't been admitted (even in lower grades) and the yield is very high year over year. So, we have loved our experience to date, but there is a school out there that is right for everyone; this area is bursting with wonderful independent and public school choices. |
Anonymous
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Hi everyone! We’re planning to apply for Grade 1 this fall and are relocating internationally. Would any parents in this group be open to a quick chat?
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Anonymous
It would be a very tough admit. Unless you are already accepted, don’t put too much thought into it. |
Anonymous
I think pp means they are planning to apply during the regular admissions cycle this fall, not looking to have the child start there this fall. |
Anonymous
Of course. The advice was for regular admissions. Lots of siblings and legacies get rejected at Potomac who are great kids. It is a very tough admit. |
Anonymous
It is, agreed. I was confused by the “already accepted” phrasing, since no one is already accepted at this point. |
Anonymous
| Just because it's a very competitive, doesn't mean the PP shouldn't apply. Some kids do get in and it's possible that PP has that kid. PP- your best bet is going to be to wait until school starts (after labor day) and contact the admissions office. They can answer your questions and since you are currently overseas and not able to attend an Open House event, put you in touch with a current family. If you aren't already, you should also look at other schools and apply broadly unless public is your back up. |
Anonymous
Close to impossible for sure. Unless you’re very influential or have someone in your corner with influence, you’re pretty much sol. |
Anonymous
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I've lived in McLean for 20+ years and have a kid in private.
All I can say is I'm not sure WHO gets in at Potomac. Seems like the kid you think would, doesn't. I also think the social scene/wealth is intimidating - if you can keep up, you would not even think about it, but if you're even thinking about cost (of anything), I'd move on. But just my take. |
Anonymous
| What is considered an athletic recruiter? In a top local club team? Is there showcase for these private school coach? Or find a way to connect with the coaches? |
Anonymous
Potomac is in a conference that doesn't allow them to initiate first contact. If you're interested in a sport, ask admissions to connect you to the coach of your sport, and you then reach out to them. |
Anonymous
Being an international relocation can help with admissions at many local privates - including Potomac and more. In that situation, I would mention the international aspect whenever you contact admissions. |
Anonymous
This. |
Anonymous
| We have a few families with 2+ kids at Potomac in my neighborhood. The families are successful but not super wealthy, they drive normal cars, suv, minivan, etc. Some of these responses seem over the top so I’d take them with a grain of salt. |
Anonymous
+1. An awful lot of Hondas, Toyotas, and Fords being driven by parents. Some much fancier cars also. Its a mix. |