Sidwell Friends is the big name. You know, the one where presidents send their kids. It’s Quaker-based, which means lots of listening and community service. The academics are top-tier, and the campus is gorgeous—think brick buildings and manicured lawns.
But let’s be real: the tuition is astronomical. Like, buy-a-small-car-every-year expensive. Is it worth it? If you can swing it, absolutely. The networking opportunities alone are insane.
Then there’s St. Albans School. It’s all-boys, right next to the National Cathedral. The vibe is very “prep school meets cathedral choir.” Kids here wear blazers and talk about Latin like it’s a hobby. The traditions run deep—think cake cutting at graduation and senior speeches that go viral internally.
If your son is a brainiac who also wants to row crew, this is your spot. Just know: the uniforms feel very Hogwarts. No capes, unfortunately.
