Friends Meeting School

8 reviews

+1 (301) 798-0288

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3232 Green Valley Rd

Ijamsville, MD 21754

+1 (301) 798-0288

http://www.friendsmeetingschool.org

Friends Meeting School is a non-profit, independent college preparatory school located in Ijamsville, MD. With a focus on Quaker principles and practices, the school provides an inclusive community where every individual is respected and valued. Through a curriculum rooted in authentic learning experiences and a deep connection to nature, students develop into curious and engaged scholars, prepared to make a difference in the world.

From kindergarten to twelfth grade, Friends Meeting School offers a program that encourages healthy risk-taking and constructive discomfort, fostering impactful learning. With a student-to-teacher ratio of 7:1 and a commitment to diversity, the school provides a warm and welcoming environment where students feel supported and seen. Through their journey at Friends Meeting School, students gain a strong sense of their place in the world and are prepared for success in college and beyond.

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Dana B.

9/26/2023

My children began their journey at FMS as Kindergarteners. They are currently in middle and high school, respectively. Located on a beautiful vast campus, FMS offers a unique and nurturing...

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Liz E.

4/1/2024

The values and commitments of the school drew us there, but unfortunately it did not fulfill its promise. While there are some excellent teachers, the head of school and leadership repeatedly was...

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Amy B.

11/1/2019

Where to begin.... 1st there is favoritism. The kids from wealthy families get special treatment and their bad behavior gets overlooked. Kids call teachers by first name which is weird and doesn't...

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Kim K.

6/13/2018

The Friend's Meeting School has been such a positive experience for my daughter. In just one year she went from a shy, unconfident student to an outgoing, self-assured young lady. Middle school...

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Sharon F.

7/6/2020

I had heard great things about this school. The reality is that some of the teachers may know something about their topic, but are not certified teachers. With the small study body, I thought we...

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