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Anonymous wrote:Bullis still feels very intimate, but the students have more friendship choices. Obviously, only a quarter of the size of the public schools, but especially in a co-ed environment, some critical mass of students is important.

A class of 160 is huge for a private school.

For an upper school? Not really

Anonymous wrote:Can anyone speak to the academics at SSFS? We're choosing between SSFS and Field--both have a similar vibe, but the academics at Field seems a bit more rigorous (though the small grade size is a concern)

We made this very choice for middle school (have not gotten to high school). I talked to many parents at Field (like 6) and a few at SSFS. We ended up picking the latter and have found it a great place that has been able to push my kid where he can in a kind environment. We just love the teachers. Most of the folks I talked to at Field were happy there but the one common thing I heard was that it wasn’t particularly rigorous- on purpose and thoughtfully - and the slightly more Type A parents didn’t love that. I wouldn’t have minded a more chill academic dynamic - I just really was focused on a culture of kindness and that’s why we went with SSFS. I’m sure your child will be happy at either so congrats!

Anonymous wrote:Bullis still feels very intimate, but the students have more friendship choices. Obviously, only a quarter of the size of the public schools, but especially in a co-ed environment, some critical mass of students is important.

A class of 160 is huge for a private school.

MS (7). Teachers and staff are fantastic. Extremely responsive and caring.

ApplesToApples wrote:My daughter was accepted to all three as well and we chose SAES and I'm so glad we did. Excellent experience so far.

Lower school or HS?

How are the teachers???

Can anyone speak to the academics at SSFS? We're choosing between SSFS and Field--both have a similar vibe, but the academics at Field seems a bit more rigorous (though the small grade size is a concern)