Covenantal Partnership
What does it mean to partner with Potomac Classical Conservatory?
At Potomac Classical Conservatory, ‘covenantal partnership’ means that we are in covenant with one another, and with God, in a shared vision and mission. This partnership is at the very core of who we are as a community of faith and learning.
Covenantal partnership goes beyond basic involvement or transactional agreements—it means that we share core and agreed-upon biblical principles, objectives, and doctrines. We partner with Christian parents whose faith is growing within the membership of a local evangelical church in which the distinctive leadership role of preaching within that church is given to Biblically qualified men alone. We believe that the minds and hearts of students are simultaneously cultivated at home, at church, and at school. We are convinced that true heart-alignment among the parents at Potomac Classical will give our children a profoundly formative academic, social, and spiritual education.
Prospective Parent Viewing Tours
Attendance is required at a Prospective Parent Viewing Tour prior to enrollment.
During the school year, we host monthly Prospective Parent Viewing Tours.
We have three types of Viewing Tours: Lower School (Kindergarten-5th Grade), Upper School (6th-10th Grade), and Virtual (for families who do not live in the DC area). To register, you will complete the Viewing Tour Sign-Up form below to register for a Viewing Tour.
As you endeavor to learn about and know the many educational options in the DC metro area, we hope to provide more information about our school. It is our honor to help families understand the mission and vision of Potomac Classical Conservatory and to share our distinctives as a unique classical Christian school that enjoys a strong partnership with homeschooling parents. We look forward to helping you walk through the admissions process should you choose Potomac Classical for your child’s education.
We believe our Prospective Parent Viewing Tours are the best way to see the heartbeat of what we do. We encourage you to join us at our next Viewing Tour to learn a little more about Potomac Classical's mission, faculty, and community in the City of Alexandria.
The Admissions Process
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year are now available!
Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will be reviewed in January 2026. Applications are not accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
The first step in the application process is to submit an application. To begin the process for the 2026-2027 school year please submit one application and fee per applying student using the link below. The application fee is $150 for the first student and $75 for each additional student applying. The Admissions Coordinator will confirm receipt of your application.
Once open enrollment begins in January and your application has been reviewed, you will be directed back to our admissions portal, ALMA, to submit transcripts, previous and current report cards, any applicable standardized test scores, and a current list of homeschooling curricula, as applicable. The school will provide a Records Release form to send to your child’s most recent school administrator; acquiring all student records and transcripts will give us a more complete picture of every prospective student.
After your transcripts have been received, the Admissions Coordinator will assist you in scheduling a New Student Academic Assessment for rising 2nd through 10th grade or a Kindergarten and 1st Grade Visit Day.
In 2nd through 12th grade Academic Assessments, the Academic Dean will look specifically to determine if math, reading, writing, and grammar are at the appropriate grade level. There is a $125 fee associated with each Academic Assessment for rising 1st through 10th grade.
Rising Kindergarten and 1st grade students will participate in a Kindergarten and 1st Grade Visit Day. There is a $25 fee for Visit Day participation. On the Visit Day, students will participate in a condensed school day from 8:30-11 am.
If you want to send your child to Kindergarten at Potomac Classical, please click here to view our Kindergarten Readiness Checklist.
The Visit Days are scheduled for Monday, January 26th, and Monday, February 2nd. An additional visit day may be added in February depending on demand and enrollment availability. Our Kindergarten and 1st Grade classes often reach capacity early in the admissions season, so please plan to attend one of the first two visit days if you plan to enroll your Kindergarten or 1st Grade student at PCC. The first visit day (Monday, January 26th) is reserved for younger siblings of re-enrolling families. Please save Monday, February 2nd on your calendar if you are a new family.
Rising 1st graders will be assessed on their knowledge of Basic Phonograms. You can find the flashcards here and the pronunciation guide here.
Prior to attending the Parent Admissions Interview, please complete the two required readings:
A Short Introduction to Classical Education, which you should have received at the tour.
Wisdom and Eloquence For Parents. Please note that this book will need to ship to your home and plan in advance accordingly.
As the final step in the admissions process, parents will attend an Admissions Interview with the Head of School. This is an opportunity for parents to learn more about Potomac Classical, and for us to learn more about your family.
Please note that, for their starting year, Kindergarten students must turn five by July 15.
To speak with someone about admission to Potomac Classical, please call 703-436-1756 or email admissions@potomacclassical.org.
Post-Acceptance
Return the Enrollment Agreement with your financial deposit by the date stated on your acceptance letter
Mark your calendar for Parent Bootcamp Training: August 18-21, 2026
First day of school: Friday, August 28, 2026
Tuition and Fees
Tuition for the 2026-2027 school year will be released before open enrollment begins in January 2026.
2025-2026 Lower School Tuition (Kindergarten–3)
Secure Enrollment by Submitting Deposit: $550
June 1st (Curriculum, Art, Music Fees): $400
August–May: 10 monthly payments of $920, due on the first of each month
Fees Total: $10,150
2025-2026 Upper school Tuition (Grades 4–8)
Secure Enrollment by Submitting Deposit: $550
June 1st (Curriculum, Art, Music Fees): $400
August–May: 10 monthly payments of $990, due on the first of each month
Fees Total: $10,850
2025-2026 Scholars Program Tuition (9-12)
Secure Enrollment by Submitting Deposit: $550
June 1st (Curriculum, Art, Music Fees): $400
August–May: 10 monthly payments of $1,005, due on the first of each month
Fees Total: $11,000
Please note: Curriculum is purchased by the school and included in the $400 Curriculum, Art, and Music Supplies fee if enrollment is completed by March 31st.
Families that enroll on April 1 (or later) are solely responsible for the purchase of all required curricula to be delivered the week of Parent Bootcamp. Families also are required to submit a modified curriculum, art, and music supply fee of $100 instead of the $400 fee listed above.