We intentionally limit our enrollment to 230 students.

There is one class per grade in Grades K-4, with approximately 25 children in each class. Our faculty-to-student ratio is approximately 6:1. In Grades 5-8, there are two sections per grade with a maximum of 15 students per section.

Yes, Sheridan provides a hot meal every day, including a vegetarian option. If your child has a food allergy, the kitchen staff, school nurse and faculty will work with you to ensure your child eats a safe and healthy meal.

Yes, Sheridan employs a full-time school nurse.

Everywhere! Sheridan is proud of its remarkable high school placement. Most graduates continue on to another private school and those who wish to attend public school usually enroll in an honors program. In recent years, Sheridan graduates have attended Georgetown Day School, Sidwell Friend School, Maret School, St. Albans, National Cathedral School, St. Andrews Episcopal School, Burke School, Field School, Sandy Spring Friends School, Landon School, Washington International School, Wilson High School and many other wonderful schools in the greater Washington area. Each year, nearly all students in the graduating class are accepted into their top choice school. For a full list of schools with Sheridan Alumni click here.

There are 24 openings in Kindergarten each year. We strive for a balanced class between girls and boys. In other grades, openings are based on attrition and cannot be guaranteed. We accept applications for all grades. Please contact the Admissions Office about openings in Grades 1-8.

All applications must be received by 4 p.m. on Friday, January 14, 2022. Full information about the application process is available here. 

Sheridan’s offers both a rigorous academic curriculum and a nurturing social-emotional curriculum. Our academic curriculum is challenging and conceptually-based with a focus on experiential learning and social justice education. Across all disciplines, the emphasis is as much on process as outcomes and students are challenged to dig deeply and meaningfully into their work. Content-integrated, authentic and meaningful, this approach is especially effective in a K-8 environment. Parents receive regular updates on academic progress through student-involved conferences and report cards. Letter grades are reported beginning in 6th grade. Sheridan’s social-emotional curriculum is based on the Responsive Classroom approach to teaching and learning. Through collaboration, problem-solving, reflecting and risk-taking, students become invested in their education and develop as people.

Yes, Sheridan students study Spanish beginning in Kindergarten through Eighth Grade. Our integrated Spanish program is a rigorous, joyful, playful, and authentic way for students to gain proficiency in an additional language and to foster a love of language learning and culture.  Teachers utilize the Organic World Language approach to engage students, lower their affective filter, and inspire them to take risks in their communication. Outside the Spanish classroom, students participate in teacher-designed interdisciplinary learning experiences in music, art, and homeroom. Students leave Sheridan proficient in Spanish and inspired to continue their studies in high school, either by deepening their understanding of Spanish or by pursuing a new language.

Yes, Sheridan is a member of the Capital Athletic Conference and offers a competitive interscholastic sports program. Sports teams are open to 5th through 8th graders and begin in the fall with cross-country and soccer. In the winter, students can play basketball, and in the spring, baseball and softball. All students are encouraged to participate, and each child is ensured playing time.

Yes, Sheridan has an After School Program for students of all ages. It costs $17.00 per hour if pre-registered. The hours are from 3:30 until 6 p.m. daily (2:30pm – 6:30pm on Wednesdays).  Students are given the opportunity to play outside, complete homework, create art projects, and have a snack. Sheridan also offers care before school from 7:45  to 8:15 a.m. at no charge.

Sheridan is proud to offer all-inclusive tuition that includes:

• Daily lunch
• All books, laptops and supplies
• Before School morning care
• Interscholastic athletics
• Group instrumental and voice lessons
• Trips to our Mountain Campus in Luray, Virginia and other outdoor expeditions.

All-inclusive tuition rates for the 2021-2022 school year are:

Grades K-3: $38,560

Grades 4-8: $41,570

At Sheridan, we strive to ensure that every student who is offered admission to our school has the opportunity to be part of our community and take advantage of Sheridan has to offer, regardless of family finances. In 2021-2022, more than 30% of our families are receiving financial aid grants with amounts ranging from $5,000 to almost full tuition. More information about our financial aid program is available here. 

Sheridan is proud to offer all-inclusive tuition that includes:

• Daily lunch
• All books, laptops and supplies
• Before School morning care
• Interscholastic athletics
• Group instrumental and voice lessons
• Trips to our Mountain Campus in Luray, Virginia and other outdoor expeditions.

At Sheridan, we strive to ensure that every student who is offered admission to our school has the opportunity to be part of our community and take advantage of Sheridan has to offer, regardless of family finances. In 2021-2022, more than 30% of our families are receiving financial aid grants with amounts ranging from $5,000 to almost full tuition. More information about our financial aid program is available here. 

Sheridan School is located in the North Cleveland Park neighborhood of NW Washington, DC. We are approximately two blocks northwest of the Van Ness/UDC Metro station. Please click here for a map of the area.

Sheridan’s 130-acre privately-owned Mountain Campus is located in Luray, VA.

Sheridan is conveniently located within walking distance of the Van Ness and Tenleytown Metro stops. We also work with families to facilitate neighborhood carpools.

Sheridan students come from all four quadrants of DC, from Montgomery & Prince George’s counties in Maryland and from communities in Northern Virginia.