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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]This may be an oxymoron, but we are seeking a more affordable quality independent school. We have 3 children and have tried upper NWDC public schools, but we have reached our tipping point. And yes, our children have different needs. Our rising 5th grader will thrive in any learning environment. He’s just wired that way, loves learning and is curious. Our rising 2nd grade needs a smaller classroom size and more individual attention than we can get in a 30-student DCPS, even with the best educators. Our prek kid still naps and loves friends, snacks, imaginative play, colors and numbers.

We are on one income at $250k/year and would love a school in NWDC or not too far in MD or VA on the west side (e.g. Bethesda or Arlington)

Thank you for your help with possible schools to consider in the fall for 2024-2025 enrollment. [/quote]

Boys or girls? You'll have to drive a bit and parochial schools may be your best bet for the $$. Places like St Stephen's & St Agnes, St Anselms, or Georgetown Visitation (for girls) are good and cheaper than the Sidwell, GDS, Marets, etc. [/quote]

Why drive anywhere…just go to Blessed Sacrament and SJC?  My guess is that OP is not a fan of parochial which is why they specifically said independent.

Your best bet is to apply to a wide range and try to get FA.  You are lucky that you have GDS, Sidwell and Beauvoir all fairly close.  Clearly, you won’t be able to afford if you are full pay…and remember tuition will increase 5%-8% per year.[/quote]

Definitely please note the tuition increase and whether your salary increases will keep up, particularly with 3 kids in the mix. Also note that barring illness or other extenuating situations, the financial aid office will not be entertained by a family with one high earner and one SAHP applying for financial aid (particularly long term financial aid). [/quote]

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