Application Process: Preschool-Kindergarten
Apply for the 2025-2026 School Year!
Although our January 15 priority application deadline has passed, we are still accepting and welcome new applications for the 25-26 school year! We encourage interested candidates to submit their applications as soon as possible.
2025-2026 Admission Application
- Step 1: Submit Inquiry
- Step 2: Start Your Application and Submit Application Fee
- Step 3: Request Teacher Recommendation
- Step 4: Schedule Parent/Guardian Interview
- Step 5: Schedule Playgroup Visit
- Step 6: Track Application Status
Step 1: Submit Inquiry
Step 2: Start Your Application and Submit Application Fee
Step 3: Request Teacher Recommendation
Step 4: Schedule Parent/Guardian Interview
Step 5: Schedule Playgroup Visit
Step 6: Track Application Status
Preschool-3 applicants must be age 3, Preschool-4 applicants must be age 4, and Kindergarten applicants age 5 by September 1st of the year of entry. Applicants must be fully potty trained before they may start school.
Additional Step: Financial Aid
Our financial aid program* and our various payment options strive to help make attending Sandy Spring Friends School a reality for as many families as possible. We offer need-based financial aid grants to offset the cost of tuition. Families seeking financial assistance are encouraged to apply for financial assistance as soon as they have completed the admission application.
*Financial Aid at SSFS begins in Kindergarten
Megan Guernsey
Director of Lower School Admission (age 3-grade 5)
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Application Timeline (2025-2026 Cycle)
sepTEMBER 2024
Online Application is Available
JanUARY 15, 2025
Application
Deadline
MARCH 7, 2025
Notification Deadline for SSFS
SPRING-SUMMER 2025
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