Admission

Thank You for Starting the Journey With Us.

Spring 2020 Update: Although our campus is temporarily closed due to COVID-19, our Admissions team is still available and committed to helping you through the SSFS admissions process for the 2020-2021 academic year. We are still accepting applications for all grades.  

Ways to connect:

• Find out more about our upcoming Virtual Discover Day on Tuesday, April 14: RSVP here! 
• Sign up for  a one-on-one 15-minute  virtual meeting with Tony McCudden (Director of Middle and Upper School Admissions)
• Sign up for  a one-on-one 15-minute  virtual meeting with Ashaki Todman (Director of Preschool and Lower School Admissions)
• For general questions, email admissions@ssfs.org, or call 301-774-7455. 

Finding the right school for you and your family is an important process, one that is both equally exciting and challenging as you investigate, reflect on what you've learned, and come to a decision. At Sandy Spring Friends School, we encourage this inquiry-based method of learning—in fact, it's ingrained in our School's educational philosophy. 

Across our three divisions, we help students internalize a process we call "QRA"—Question, Reflection, Action—which ensures that they think critically, have opportunities to reflect on and integrate new knowledge, and apply what they learn. Our challenging academic curriculum, enriched arts program, inclusive athletics, and service opportunities promote intellectual excellence, collaboration, and strength of character. Recognizing the unique worth of each person, our faculty and staff strive to challenge each student to reach their potential and develop individual talents.

Sandy Spring Friends School students are engaged in the learning process; enjoy the integration of academics, arts, and athletics; and seek to become constructive, caring and effective citizens of the world. We hope you will join our thriving community of scholars, performers, athletes, artists, thinkers, and doers.

To register, please fill out this form, which will connect you to our online admissions portal, Ravenna. Once you enter Ravenna, you'll be able to register for all upcoming admission events.