Admission

Learn About Norwood

The Norwood Campus

Norwood campus consists of 38 beautiful acres in Bethesda, Maryland, about 1-mile from I-495, River Road exit. Four main buildings provide ample classrooms space in addition to an all-purpose gym and a two-court athletic center, two libraries, four art studios, and five science labs. Our outdoor space offers two playgrounds, separate softball and baseball fields, two soccer fields and numerous nooks for nature walks and outdoor classrooms. Please enjoy the following video tour, led by Jaclyn '16, to get an idea of our extensive campus offerings and facilities.

NEW: Our fifth building, The Marriott Early Childhood Building will house our pre-k to second grades and a new lower school library. It is under construction now and will be ready for the 22-23 school year. Please follow its progress here and check out the video tour below.  

We're looking forward to getting to know you and your family. Please follow this link for event registration instructions.  

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"Norwood is not a quiet school. When you walk the halls, the hum of learning is tangible. As you explore this page, imagine excited voices, exclamations of wonder, and lot and lots of laughter.".
– Alumni
Starting in October 2021, we will be offering live and virtual tours of Norwood's beautiful campus.

Contact the Admission Office

Email: admission@norwoodschool.org Phone: 301-841-2130


Upcoming Admissions Events

  • Oct
    21

    Mornings With Matthew

    Offered several times throughout the year, our "Mornings with Matthew" offers prospective parents the opportunity to meet with our head of school, Matthew Gould, in an informal and intimate setting. By limiting the number of participants, parents are able to engage with Matthew in conversations about program philosophy, strategic initiatives, and other topics of interest. 

    All events are from 9:00 to 10:00 a.m. 
    The Admission Team
  • Nov
    6

    Open House

    Norwood will host an Open House on Saturday, November 6, 2021 from 1:00 to 3:00 p.m. Prospective families are invited to tour the School, participate in sample classes, and talk with faculty, parents, and students about the program and community. Advanced registration is required. Children are welcome!  

    The schedule for the afternoon is as follows:

    1:00 Welcome, Introductions, and Norwood Trivia
    1:10 Welcome from the Head of School
    1:30 Student-facilitated breakout sessions with faculty
    2:30 Optional discussions with lower and middle school division heads
    3:00 End of Open House

    This event will be confirmed as virtual or live in mid-October based upon most current pandemic health guidance.
    The Admission Team
  • Nov
    17

    Meet the Academic Leaders

    Offered several times throughout the year, "Meet the Academic Leaders" offers prospective parents the opportunity to learn more about our school program with a focus on Lower or Middle School in an informal and intimate setting. By limiting the number of participants, parents are able to engage with Ryann Williams Berry, Director of Curriculum and Instruction along with Dennis Campbell, Head of Middle School, or Mike Risen, Head of Lower School, in conversations about teaching and learning, extracurricular programs, and other topics of interest. 


    Please log into the Ravenna-Hub to register for one of these events.
  • Dec
    1

    Applicant Visit

    Applicants to pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, and first grade will receive a packet of four interactive activities that will be submitted to the school.

    Applicants to second through eighth grades will schedule a 45 minute virtual student interview and assessment consisting of time with a member of the admission staff. 

    Student assessments and interviews are required as a part of the admission process and can only be scheduled once an application is submitted. In December, after applying, you will receive a student assessment packet or be able to register for a virtual student interview and assessment through Ravenna.
    The Admission Team

Life at Norwood

Discover what life looks like as a Norwood student. Take a look at  Norwood's program in action, student life and weekly chapels.
Located in Bethesda, MD, Norwood School develops students in grades PK-8 into confident lifelong learners who have the academic, character, and leadership skills to succeed in high school and beyond. Recognizing that children are multi-faceted, Norwood provides many opportunities for safe risk-taking, exploration, discovery, and growth in a nurturing, supportive, and inclusive school community.
8821 River Road, Bethesda Maryland 20817
Phone: 301-365-2595 | Email: info@norwoodschool.org
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