Compare International Schools in Brooklandville, United States

St. Paul's School

Instructs in English

Ages 0 - 18 years

Fees $20,000 - 41,660

Pupils 1455

Type Co-educational, Boys School, Girls School

St. Paul's Schools brings together the Pre & Lower School, St. Paul's School for Boys, and St. Paul's School for Girls on a single 130-acre, Episcopal-affiliated campus in Brooklandville, Maryland. The program runs from preschool through grade 12, with the Upper School offering the International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme and more than 75 courses at all levels. Core learning is enhanced by The Lab, a 21st‑century science and innovation center, and Outdoor Education that uses the wooded campus as a living laboratory. The Experience+ program connects classroom concepts with career exposure, college counseling, and global travel. Global Opportunities and cross‑campus collaboration with the Girls' School broaden perspectives. SPIRITUS Scholars provides a two‑year research pathway for juniors and seniors. Facilities include Pollock Gym, George L. Mitchell Stadium, tennis courts, and the Janice and Skip Darrell Nature Pavilion, a 3,600‑square‑foot outdoor learning space with a ropes course. International families are welcomed with support.

Location

Brooklandville, Maryland, United States. The St. Paul's Schools share a 130-acre campus along Falls Road. The Pre & Lower School sits at 11232 Falls Road, The Girls' School sits at 11232 Falls Road, and The Boys' School sits at 11152 Falls Road.

Stages

St. Paul's Pre & Lower School (coeducational) serves children from 6 weeks through grade 4. St. Paul's School for Girls educates students in grades 5 through 12. St. Paul's School for Boys educates students in grades 5 through 12.

Type

private day school; The Pre & Lower School is coeducational; The Girls' School and the Boys' School are single-sex.

Additional learning support

Lower School offers Learning Services including Learning Specialists, the Director of Student Support, a Counselor, Reading and Math Specialists, and a School Psychologist. A Learning Support Plan is created based on psychoeducational testing to address strengths, needs, and accommodations; Counseling and social-emotional support are provided.

Country affiliation

United States

Religious affiliation

Episcopal

Bus service

Transportation is provided by Thoroughbred Sedan, Van & Bus, LLC with routes in Howard County, Baltimore City, Harford County/North Baltimore, and White Marsh. Morning and afternoon services operate with on-campus drop-offs and Ward Center departures for middle and upper school; routes and times may be adjusted.

*Application fee*

- A nonrefundable application fee of USD 50 is required by the December 15 application deadline. The application fee is waived for siblings and for alumni families.

*Tuition — annual amounts by program / year group (2026–2027 academic year)*

- Infant & Toddler program (full-day, 7:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.):
- 5 days/week: USD 39,360 per school year.
- 3 days/week: USD 28,560 per school year.
- 2 days/week: USD 21,120 per school year.

- Preschool program (ages 2–3):
- Full‑day (priority given): 5 days/week USD 26,875; 3 days/week USD 19,350; 2 days/week USD 14,000.
- Half‑day: 5 days/week USD 20,000; 3 days/week USD 14,500; 2 days/week USD 10,500.

- Pre‑K (4s):
- Half‑day (7:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.): USD 20,000 per year.
- Full‑day (7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.): USD 25,000 per year.

- Kindergarten: USD 31,500 per year.

- Grades 1–4: USD 35,340 per year.

- Grades 5–8 (Middle School): USD 39,560 per year.

- Grades 9–12 (Upper School): USD 41,660 per year.

*Per‑term guidance*

- The school publishes the annual tuition amounts above. If you need per‑term figures and the billing follows equal academic terms, divide the annual tuition by the number of billed terms to compute a per‑term amount (the school's published payment plans use annual, two‑payment and multi‑month installment options rather than fixed per‑term listings).

*Enrollment deposits, contract timing, and billing schedule*

- At enrollment (or reenrollment), families pay an enrollment deposit equal to 10% of net tuition. Families selecting the school's one‑pay option pay tuition in full to the school by July 1.

- Available payment plans managed through FACTS:
- One‑payment plan: 100% due in July.
- Two‑payment plan: 60% due in July and 40% due in November.
- Ten‑payment plan: equal installments April through January.
- For installment plans, payments are automatically withdrawn from a designated checking or savings account, or charged to a credit card. Automatic withdrawals/charges occur on the 1st or the 15th of the month. Visa, American Express, Discover, and MasterCard are accepted; credit card payments incur a 2.85% service fee.

- If an enrollment contract is accepted after July 1, 60% of tuition is due at the time of acceptance.

*Program‑specific deposits and required prepayments*

- Infant & Toddler program: when returning a contract, a nonrefundable deposit of USD 3,768 is required and is applied toward tuition.

- Preschool program: when returning a contract, a nonrefundable deposit of USD 2,500 is required and is applied toward tuition.

- For Pre‑K through Grade 12 enrollments, the standard enrollment deposit is 10% of net tuition (see Enrollment deposits above).

*Boarding fees (applicability)

- The St. Paul's Schools do not operate a boarding program for current students; historical records show the boarding program was suspended decades ago and current tuition schedules do not include boarding charges. No boarding fees are published for 2026–2027.

*Other costs and typical additional charges*

- Aftercare: there is an additional aftercare fee for families using the aftercare program; the amount is charged separately from tuition.

- Transportation: bus service is available (published routes for Howard County, Baltimore City, Harford County/North Baltimore). Bus route details and registration are managed separately; fees or route‑availability inquiries are handled by the transportation contact.

- Uniforms, spirit wear, and school supplies: the school store sells uniforms and branded apparel; individual item prices vary (examples on the school store include items priced at approximately USD 21.95, USD 31.95, USD 36.95 for select apparel). Uniform and apparel purchases are billed through the school store and are separate from tuition.

- Extracurricular, curriculum, or activity charges: camps, special trips, program‑specific fees, elective lessons, and similar incidental costs may be billed in addition to tuition when applicable. These charges are assessed as incurred and are not included in the headline tuition figures.

*Refunds and tuition protection*

- Families are financially responsible for the full year's net tuition (net tuition equals tuition after any financial aid received). To limit financial exposure if a student leaves during the year, a Tuition Refund Plan (underwritten through A.W.G. Dewar, Inc.) is available to families. Specific terms and coverage details are contained in the Tuition Refund Plan brochure.

*Accepted fee payment methods and third‑party payment options*

- Payment methods accepted for tuition and payments processed through FACTS include ACH (checking/savings) withdrawals and credit card charges (Visa, AmEx, Discover, MasterCard). Credit card payments carry a 2.85% service fee when used. FACTS administers installment plans; the school also references alternative low‑rate monthly tuition plans available through third‑party providers.

*Notes for budgeting and billing timing*

- Annual tuition figures above are the published contract amounts for the 2026–2027 academic year; expected billing follows the deposit + chosen payment plan schedule (one‑pay, two‑pay, or ten‑pay). If a contract is returned after July 1, expect the larger up‑front payment (60%) at acceptance as noted above.

Boarding Arrangements

The school does not offer boarding.

Uniform Requirement

Uniforms are required. Flynn O'Hara is the uniform vendor, with on-site uniform fittings for new families; a Uniform Resale Shop is operated by the Parents Association.

Food Options

The St. Paul's Schools provide dining services by Brock & Company. Ward Center Dining Hall (Middle & Upper Schools) serves hot and cold breakfast and lunch with a salad bar, deli, grab-and-go items, vegetarian and plant-based choices, and options without gluten. The SPSG campus uses the Gator Café for breakfast and lunch. Menus, nutrition information, and allergen details are available via Nutrislice; Preschool and Lower School lunches are delivered to their locations. Families can deposit funds and manage accounts via the MyKidsSpending portal.

Governance and Ownership

The St. Paul's Schools is an independent family of private schools governed by a single Board of Trustees and led by one President. All three divisions—Pre & Lower School, St. Paul's School for Boys, and St. Paul's School for Girls—operate under the unified umbrella of The St. Paul's Schools.

Curriculum

St. Paul's Schools provide a cohesive, sequential curriculum from preschool through grade 12 on one campus. The program emphasizes learning in a small-school environment with a broad range of subjects and opportunities in arts, athletics, and global experiences. The Upper School offers more than 75 courses at all levels, with dozens more available in coordination with St. Paul's School for Girls. The Experience+ program supplements the core curriculum by giving upper-school students first-hand exposure to different careers, and college counseling and global travel options further enrich the student experience.

Higher Education Progression

Typically 100% of graduating seniors attend college. Class of 2026 had 83 graduates attending 60 different institutions. Class of 2025 had 83 graduates attending 62 institutions. Class of 2024 had 86 graduates attending 60 institutions.

Social and Emotional Learning (SEL)

Lower School Learning Services include a Counselor, Director of Student Support, Reading Specialist, Math Specialist, and School Psychologist to address academic and social-emotional needs. Social-emotional development is an essential component of everyday learning in the lower school. The Counselor provides regular classroom lessons to develop emotional regulation, strengthen interpersonal skills, and promote healthy character development, and meets with students one-on-one or in small groups as needed. Character development focuses on kindness, inclusivity, respect, honesty, and hard work, reinforced through teacher- and counselor-led activities, chapel services, assemblies, and service-learning. Mindfulness, yoga, and movement activities are integrated daily, with brain breaks and mindfulness sessions led by the counselor.

Special Educational Needs (SEN)

Lower School Learning Specialists provide supports through individual and small-group instruction to meet diverse learning needs. The Director of Student Support collaborates with the School Psychologist to create Learning Support Plans based on psychoeducational testing to address strengths, challenges, and accommodations.

English as an Additional Language (EAL)

Language Lab is a class that focuses on English language skills for students that may need extra support in that area. World Languages offered in the lower school include Spanish and Japanese.

Mental Wellbeing

Mindfulness, yoga, and movement activities are an integral part of daily life in the lower school to support emotional regulation, focus, and social connectedness. Counseling provides health and wellness lessons and supports well-being through individual or small-group sessions.

Safeguarding

There is a Director of Safety & Security and campus security, with established emergency procedures and contact information for safety personnel.

History

The St. Paul's Pre & Lower School, St. Paul's School for Boys, and St. Paul's School for Girls share a 120-acre campus and Episcopal affiliation. The histories of the schools are deeply intertwined, forming a family-like relationship. Before 2018, governance was composed of two autonomous boards overseeing four corporate entities. On July 1, 2018, the Boards of Trustees voted to unify governance for all four entities, creating a single board while preserving each school's distinctive identity, traditions, and mission. This unified structure enables a cohesive preschool through grade-12 program with access to shared facilities and cross-campus opportunities.

Community

The St. Paul's Schools operate on a single, 120-acre campus and are guided by Episcopal values, with a mission to develop the intellect and character of students. Episcopal worship, pastoral celebrations, and service to others shape daily life and reinforce belonging across grades. Community life includes campus traditions and events that bring students, families, and faculty together; examples include the New York City Trip, Middle School Bingo Bash, Father-Son and Special Friend Chapel, SPSG Father/Daughter/Special Friend Cookout, and SP Father/Son/Special Friend Picnic. The Parents Association and campus programs support a climate of belonging and family engagement in school life.

Parent Teacher Association (PTA)

Every parent and guardian of a St. Paul's student is a member of the Parents Association (PA), and active involvement is welcomed through volunteering and events. The PA is rooted in service and engagement, with meaningful opportunities that match interests and benefit students directly. The PA is led by the 2025–2026 PA Board and by class representatives who connect with families and coordinate community activities. The PA sponsors events and programs throughout the year, including the PA Calendar and Sponsored Events, volunteer opportunities, and social gatherings; there is also a PA Facebook Group and a dedicated parent resources portal. The PA's leadership includes the PA Board and class representatives, and ongoing programs such as the PA Uniform Resale Shop and a Prayer Group.

Facilities Overview

The St. Paul's Schools occupy a 130-acre campus with indoor and outdoor facilities for learning and athletics. A campus map is available. The facilities include multiple gyms and athletic spaces, including Pollock Gym, Kinsolving Gymnasium, and Price Gym. The complex features George L. Mitchell Stadium at Martin D. Tullai Field, Levering Field, Varsity Field, Upper and Lower Tennis Fields, Greenspring Fields, and the SPSG softball and baseball venues. The Janice and Skip Darrell '60 Nature Pavilion provides a 3,600-square-foot outdoor learning space with a ropes course and climbing wall.

Sports Facilities

Pollock Gym was constructed in 2000 and is home to volleyball and basketball, with bleachers for up to 500 spectators and a lobby that hosts the Athletics Hall of Fame, plus a coaches room and an Athletics Director's office. Kinsolving Gymnasium is the original gym on campus and currently serves as a practice and game facility for basketball and middle school futsal, as well as a space for physical education classes. Price Gym has a multipurpose rubber gym floor used for practice and PE, with two side-by-side basketball courts (not competition) and one full court. George L. Mitchell Stadium at Martin D. Tullai Field features viewing plazas, locker rooms under the viewing areas, seating for about 1,000 spectators, a new press box, and a new sound system. Upper and Lower Tennis Fields and Tennis Courts include eight hard courts on campus, plus a partnership with Homeland Racquet Club offering 10 har-tru courts.

Academic Facilities

The Lab is the lower school's immersive science and innovation center, combining a 21st-century makerspace with a community garden where students experience life sciences firsthand by caring for plants and animals. Outdoor Education uses the 120-acre wooded campus as a classroom and living laboratory for hands-on learning experiences. Global Opportunities provides students in both the middle and upper schools with chances to travel and experience cultures beyond their own. Experience+ puts concepts into practice beyond the curriculum. SPIRITUS Scholars is a two-year program for juniors and seniors that empowers students to develop a research question with a faculty advisor and an off-campus mentor.

Extra Curricular Facilities

A tradition of singing builds from the lower school through the middle and culminates in the upper school with the Crusader Choir. Child-Led Exploration is encouraged in the early years and continues as students grow. Service Learning activities include assembling non-perishable meals, snack packs, and weekend bags for Baltimore Hunger Project. Experience+ is a division-wide curricular initiative that takes learning beyond the classroom. Global Opportunities provides cross-cultural travel experiences for middle and upper school students.

Academic & Intellectual

The school has Debate Club that teaches argumentation and current events. The school has Give and Match that prepares for math competitions and modeling. The school has Investment Club and Practical Philosophy that foster analysis and dialogue.

Arts & Creative

The school has Art Club that inspires visual art and community projects. The school has Album Book Club that discusses music albums. The school has Movie Club that analyzes films and storytelling.

Cultural & Language

The school has German Club that promotes language learning and culture. The school has Japan Club that explores traditions like origami. The school has Hispanic Awareness Club that fosters cultural understanding.

Social & Hobbies

The school has Beekeeping Club that introduces bees and apiary activities. The school has Fishing Club and Mountain Biking that encourage outdoor teamwork. The school has Climbing and Yoga that emphasize fitness and mindfulness.

Community & Service

The school has CASA that raises awareness and funds for foster care. The school has Special Olympics Club that volunteers at Maryland events. The school has Service-Learning Council that organizes service events.

Leadership & Professional

The school has Student Government that plans events and represents student needs. The school has Peer Leadership that enables seniors to mentor freshmen. The school has Spirit Council that fosters school pride and events.

Lifestyle & Wellbeing

The school has Mental Health Club that promotes self-care and connection. The school has Yoga Club that focuses on mindfulness and wellness. The school has Weightlifting that develops fitness plans and tracks progress.

Admissions

1) Submit Inquiry Form. Complete the Inquiry Form ASAP to receive admissions brochures and to be added to the admissions database for future mailings and admissions process notifications. A late application for the 2026–27 academic year may be considered; contact the admissions office before applying as many grades are at capacity. 2) Submit Application by December 15. Create a parent portal and complete the online application. Applications for the 2027–28 school year will be available by mid-August and must be submitted prior to scheduling a visit day. A $50 application fee is due by December 15; the fee is waived for all siblings at The St. Paul's Schools and alumni. 3) Attend Parent Information Session. Attending an information session is the best way to learn about the St. Paul's community; you will hear from faculty and students and tour campus with a student. You may register for middle and upper school information sessions on the Admissions Events page. 4) Schedule and Attend Student Visit Day. Shadow days give your son a day-in-the-life experience at SP; schedule once the application is submitted through the parent portal or by contacting the admissions office. 5) Schedule Parent Interview. The parent interview is an opportunity to share your thoughts as you consider St. Paul's; schedule through the parent portal or by contacting the admissions office. Interviews may be conducted by phone, Zoom, or in person with an admissions advisor. 6) Submit Teacher Referral Forms by January 15. Submit Common Referral Forms from current English and math teachers; these can be sent via the parent portal. 7) Submit Transcript Request to Current School by January 15. Authorize release of transcripts, report cards, and standardized test results to St. Paul's; this form can be submitted via the parent portal. 8) Testing. Middle School applicants must take the ISEE within the last 12 months; Upper School applicants may submit ISEE scores or HSPT results. The ISEE school code for St. Paul's is 210295. 9) Tuition Assistance. Applications for tuition assistance for the 2027–28 school year will be accepted beginning in October and are due by December 15, 2026. Complete the Clarity online application and upload required documents. Awards are determined after admission by the tuition assistance committee; returning students' awards are notified end of January 2027 and new students' awards mid-February 2027. St. Paul's decisions are need-blind, and families must reapply for need-based aid each year. For questions, contact Kathleen Wenck or the tuition assistance team.

Scholarships

Tuition Assistance provides need-based aid through an online Clarity application. The financial aid process requires documentation, and deadlines include December 1, 2026 for returning students and December 15, 2026 for new students, with award notifications for returning students at the end of January 2027 and for new students in mid-February 2027. Families reapply each year via Clarity, and the School does not require families to work to earn aid. The School uses a need-based approach and admissions decisions are need-blind. There is also a waiting list for tuition assistance, with families notified upon enrollment acceptance of their waiting status. Kathleen Wenck is the contact for questions. Endowed Scholarship Funds provide additional need-based tuition assistance for deserving upper school students at St. Paul's Schools, including the Joanne P. Bartlett Endowed Scholarship Fund (need-based aid for both SPSB and SPSG), the William A. Bassett Scholarship Fund (awards a junior with certain qualities), the R. Wilson Oster Family Endowed Scholarship Fund (need-based aid for SPSB and SPSG), and other funds such as the John David “Davey” Patterson '80 Scholarship, Penelope W. “Penny” Partlow Scholarship, Duane and Clementine Peterson Scholarship Fund, Clarence Manger and Audrey Cordero Plitt Loan Fund (loan support for middle-income families), and the William S. Polk, Jr. Scholarship Fund. These funds are described in the Endowment Giving section.

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