Sandy Spring Friends School

Sandy Spring
Maryland
United States

Overview

Sandy Spring Friends School is a progressive, coed, college preparatory Quaker school serving students from Pre-K3 through 12th Grade, with an optional boarding program in the Upper School. Founded in 1961, SSFS offers a deep and rigorous academic curriculum, character education rooted in universal Quaker principles, and a diverse and international student body that reflects today's global community. SSFS sits on a pastoral 140-acre campus in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland, midway between Washington D.C. and Baltimore - an ideal setting for intellectual contemplation, athletic training, diverse extracurricular pursuits, outdoor exploration, urban excursion, and personal growth.

Academics

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Student/Teacher Ratio: 8:1

Average Class Size: 12

Summer Programs: Offered

Full Time Teachers: 28

Number of AP Courses Offered: 16

Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 57.0%

Number of IB Courses Offered: 0

Learning Support

  • Evening Study Assistance
  • Learning Differences Support
  • Peer Tutoring
  • Writing Center
  • ADD/ADHD Support

English

  • Classics
  • Creative Writing
  • Honors
  • Literature
  • Poetry

History

  • Classical History
  • European History
  • Honors
  • United States History
  • World History

Foreign Languages

  • Chinese-Mandarin
  • French
  • Spanish

Religion / Philosophy

  • Social Justice

Sciences

  • Astronomy
  • Biology
  • Chemistry
  • Earth Science
  • Environmental Science
  • Geology
  • Health
  • Meteorology
  • Physics

Math

    Computer Studies

    • Computer Programming
    • Computer Science

    Music

    • Choral Music
    • Music Theory

    Performing / Visual Arts

    • Art History
    • Ceramics
    • Choreography
    • Dance
    • Drama
    • Drawing
    • Fiber Arts
    • Film and Video
    • Journalism
    • Painting
    • Photography
    • Pottery
    • Publications
    • Stagecraft
    • Studio Art
    • Theater Arts
    • Theater Design
    • Weaving
    • Woodworking
    • Modern Dance

    Special Programs

    • Community Service
    • Internships
    • Leadership
    • Outdoor Education

    Distinctive or New Programs

    • Extensive Arts And Athletic Programs Intersession Program International Student Program

    Campus Life

    Dorm Life

    Number of Dorms: 2

    Average Students Per Dorm: 60

    Number of Girls Dorms: 0

    Number of Boys Dorms: 0

    Dorm Amenities

    • Game Room
    • Laundry Facilities
    • Lounge
    • Vending Machines
    • Wireless Internet

    Other Dorm Amenities

    Student Life

    Be a part of the residential life community at Sandy Spring Friends School! Living on campus allows students to.. Gain a greater sense of independence and learn important lessons about personal integrity and responsibility. Engage in active learning opportunities focusing on relationships, respect, time management and more. Develop a built in study time to help make the most of their high school education. Live with their peers in an environment that cares about community and each student's growth. Be more fully involved in after school activities such as interscholastic sports and performing arts rehearsals. Enjoy leadership opportunities as proctors and dormitory leaders.

    Facilities

    • Baseball Field
    • Basketball Court
    • Fitness Center
    • Indoor Basketball Court
    • Indoor Climbing Wall
    • Technology Center
    • Volleyball Court

    Other Facilities

      Clubs & Organizations

      Arts & Athletics

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      Arts

      • Art History
      • Ceramics
      • Choreography
      • Dance
      • Drama
      • Drawing
      • Fiber Arts
      • Film and Video
      • Journalism
      • Painting
      • Photography
      • Pottery
      • Publications
      • Stagecraft
      • Studio Art
      • Theater Arts
      • Theater Design
      • Weaving
      • Woodworking
      • Modern Dance

      Interscholastic Sports

      • Baseball
      • Basketball
      • Cross Country Running
      • Golf
      • Ice Hockey
      • Lacrosse
      • Rock Climbing
      • Soccer
      • Softball
      • Tennis
      • Track and Field
      • Volleyball
      • Wrestling

      Recreational Sports

      • Camping
      • Dance
      • Freestyle Skiing
      • Kickball
      • Outdoor Education
      • Rock Climbing
      • Snowboarding

      Graduates

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      Vital Information

      Student Body Type: Coed

      Total Boarding: 50

      Total Day: 551

      Total Enrollment: 601

      Boys: 277

      Girls: 324

      Boarding Grades Offered: 9-12

      Day Grades Offered: 5-4

      School Type: Elementary, Middle, High School

      Dress Code: Casual

      Applications Accepted: SAO, Gateway to Prep

      Application Deadline: Rolling

      Tuition & Financial Aid

      7-Day Boarding: $57,825

      5-Day Boarding: N/A

      Day Tuition Fee: $31,400

      Need-Based Aid: Offered

      Payment Plans: Offered

      Students Receiving Aid: %

      Average Awarded: $19,000

      School Finances

      Merit Scholarships: Not Offered

      Students Receiving Merit Scholarships: %

      Average Merit Scholarship: $

      Current Endowment Amount: $

      Contact

      16923 Norwood Road

      Sandy Spring, Maryland United States

      301 774 7455

      Director of Admissions: Shamika Murray

      Admissions Phone: 301 774 7455

      Fax: 301 576 8664

      Email: admissions@ssfs.org

      Website: www.ssfs.org

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