Sidwell Friends School

“Go Light Into the World”

Sidwell Friends School is one of Washington DC's most prestigious independent schools, a PK-12 Quaker day school with campuses in Washington DC and Bethesda, MD. Founded in 1883, Sidwell is known for academic excellence, Quaker values (Meeting for Worship, service, consensus decision-making), and an inclusive community. Alumni include Chelsea Clinton, Malia and Sasha Obama, and numerous children of DC's political and diplomatic community.

Sidwell Friends nurtures the intellectual, creative, physical, and spiritual life of each student within a Quaker framework — academic rigor paired with a commitment to simplicity, equality, and service.

• ✓One of DC's most prestigious independent schools since 1883
• ✓Quaker values: Meeting for Worship, consensus, service, equality
• ✓Two campuses: Washington DC (PK-8) and Bethesda, MD (9-12)
• ✓Alumni: Chelsea Clinton, Malia and Sasha Obama, many DC leaders
• ✓Outstanding college placement, arts, athletics, and global programs

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