St. James' Children's School offers an outstanding infant and preschool program, plus a full day Kindergarten.
We welcome children from six weeks through six years, and their families.
Our commitment is to serve the community by providing quality child care and a superior educational opportunity designed to prepare children for first grade.
St. James is "working parent friendly, with daily hours and holiday schedules to meet our parent's needs.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 69 students
- Yearly Tuition: $6,435
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Top Rankings
St. James' Children's School ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Maryland for:
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Attribute
Affordability
Diversity
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
69 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
100%
State avg.: 38%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
Application URL
School Notes
- St. James' Children's School offers an outstanding infant and preschool program, plus a full day Kindergarten. We welcome children from six weeks through six years, and their families. Our commitment is to serve the community by providing quality child care and a superior educational opportunity designed to prepare children for first grade. St. James is "working parent friendly, with daily hours and holiday schedules to meet our parent's needs.
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does St. James' Children's School cost?
St. James' Children's School's tuition is approximately $6,435 for private students.
What schools are St. James' Children's School often compared to?
St. James' Children's School is often viewed alongside schools like St. Andrew's Episcopal School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for St. James' Children's School?
The application deadline for St. James' Children's School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby 草榴社区 Schools
Popular comparisons: St. James' Children's School vs. St. Andrew's Episcopal School
The nearest high school and elementary school to St. James' Children's School is Ivymount School (0.3 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Beth Sholom Congregation Learning Center (0.0 miles away)
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Beth Sholom Congregation Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
11825 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 279-7010
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 279-7010
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Geneva Day School ![Geneva Day School Photo - Students revel in our sprawling green campus. We are a conscientious Maryland Green School with a passion for Nature.]( "Geneva Day School Photo - Students revel in our sprawling green campus. We are a conscientious Maryland Green School with a passion for Nature.")
Daycare / Preschool
11931 Seven Locks Road
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-7704
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-7704
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 158 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
Ivymount School
Special Education School
11614 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
0.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 172 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
11614 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 41 students Tuition listed
8804 Postoak Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 723 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Ivymount School
Special Education School
11614 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
0.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 172 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
8804 Postoak Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 723 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Muslim Community School/alim Academy
Alternative School (Islamic)
7917 Montrose Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-6213
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-6213
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 110 students Acceptance rate listed
The Heights School
All-boys (Catholic)
10400 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 365-4300
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 365-4300
1.6 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 575 students Avg. class size: 17 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
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Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 692-4803
Rockville, MD 20852
(301) 692-4803
2 miles
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Ivymount School
Special Education School
11614 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
0.3 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 172 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition & acceptance rate listed
11614 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 41 students Tuition listed
8804 Postoak Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 723 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Muslim Community School/alim Academy
Alternative School (Islamic)
7917 Montrose Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-6213
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-6213
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 110 students Acceptance rate listed
1513 Dunster Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 762-2143
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 762-2143
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 441 students Avg. class size: 20 students Sports: 2 | Extracurrculars: 15 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
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Beth Sholom Congregation Learning Center
Daycare / Preschool (Jewish)
11825 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 279-7010
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 279-7010
- miles
Gr: NS | 109 students
Geneva Day School ![Geneva Day School Photo - Students revel in our sprawling green campus. We are a conscientious Maryland Green School with a passion for Nature.]( "Geneva Day School Photo - Students revel in our sprawling green campus. We are a conscientious Maryland Green School with a passion for Nature.")
Daycare / Preschool
11931 Seven Locks Road
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-7704
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-7704
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-K | 158 students Avg. class size: 12 students Extracurrculars: 5 Tuition listed
11614 Seven Locks Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 469-0223
0.3 miles
Gr: PK-2 | 41 students Tuition listed
8804 Postoak Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 983-5200
0.8 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 723 students Sports: 16 | Extracurrculars: 1 Tuition & acceptance rate listed
Muslim Community School/alim Academy
Alternative School (Islamic)
7917 Montrose Rd
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-6213
Potomac, MD 20854
(301) 340-6213
0.9 miles
Gr: PK-11 | 110 students Acceptance rate listed
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