Private Schools in Poolesville, Maryland

Landon School is a prestigious all-boys independent day school serving students from Poolesville and the greater Washington D.C. area. Established in 1929, Landon provides a rigorous college preparatory education for boys in grades 3-12. The school features a 75-acre campus with exceptional facilities including modern science centers, arts studios, and extensive athletic complexes. Landon's curriculum emphasizes character development alongside academic achievement, with strong programs in leadership, community service, and extracurricular activities. The school maintains a 8:1 student-to-faculty ratio and has an outstanding college placement record.

Bullis School is a highly-regarded co-educational independent school located in Potomac, serving students from Poolesville and throughout Montgomery County. Founded in 1930, the school offers a comprehensive college preparatory program for grades 3-12 with a strong emphasis on academic excellence. The 80-acre campus features state-of-the-art facilities including science laboratories, performing arts centers, and extensive athletic facilities. Bullis is known for its robust STEM programs, competitive athletics, and diverse arts offerings. The school maintains small class sizes with a 8:1 student-to-teacher ratio and offers extensive college counseling services.

The Barrie School is an established independent school serving families from Poolesville and Montgomery County with a unique educational approach combining Montessori principles with International Baccalaureate programs. Founded in 1932, the school serves students from age 2 through grade 12 on a 45-acre campus. Barrie offers a progressive education model that emphasizes experiential learning, global citizenship, and individual student development. The school features extensive outdoor learning spaces, modern classrooms, and specialized facilities for arts and sciences. Barrie's upper school provides a challenging college preparatory curriculum with small class sizes and personalized attention.