Quick Facts

Entrance to the The Potomac School's 90 acre campus

The Potomac School is remarkable for its 100 years of excellence in teaching and learning. While we are a Kindergarten through Grade 12 school, we are more accurately described as a K through lifetime experience. We nurture the development of our students as unique individuals and as contributing members of a vibrant learning community.

Our school comprises four distinct yet interconnected divisions, joined through a shared mission, integrated curriculum, and deeply rooted communal ties. We enjoy the beauty and natural resources of our 90-acre campus, our athletic fields, woods, streams, and ponds providing a rare and wonderful setting for each student’s educational journey.

Since 1951, Potomac has been situated in McLean, Virginia. Our new state-of-the-art Upper School opened in September 2006. Our campus includes three libraries, three gymnasiums, a Performing Arts Center, tennis courts, squash courts, a wrestling room, science and computer labs, art and photography studios, science labs, music rooms, and multiple playgrounds.

Philosophy

We expect every student to attain a high level of academic achievement while developing a passion for learning. To reach that goal, our faculty emphasize intellectual curiosity, depth of thought, and mastery of core knowledge. Ours is an inclusive community that strives for diversity. We believe that excellence is achieved when many different voices, viewpoints, and backgrounds are engaged. Over the years Potomac has created a unique culture that both challenges and supports, enabling students to become their best—as students, leaders, and caring individuals.