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National Presbyterian School is a private, coeducational day school in Washington, DC, serving students from Preschool (age 3) through Grade 6. Rooted in Christian values and academic excellence, NPS offers a warm, inclusive community focused on whole-child development. The school emphasizes core academics, social-emotional learning, and character education through small class sizes and nurturing faculty. The admissions process includes play-based assessments, family interviews, teacher recommendations, and student records, making a well-prepared application especially important. We are proud to have supported families—especially those looking for a values-driven early education—in the NPS admissions process. We provide personalized, step-by-step support in:

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    Address: 4121 Nebraska Avenue NW, Washington, D.C. 20016

    National Presbyterian School Admissions Website: https://www.nps-dc.org/apply

    Student Population: 300

    Average Class Size: 13

    Student-Teacher Ratio: 5:1

    Open House and Event Dates: Required Parent Visit
    An in-person visit is required to complete the application process. Parents can attend a weekday campus tour at 9:15 a.m., grouped by the grade they’re applying to, or schedule an individual meeting with an NPS Admissions Officer.

    Optional Parent Visits
    Virtual info sessions are available with admissions staff, administrators, and faculty, offering insights into the school’s mission, values, and academics. Families are also welcome to attend Weekly Chapel services—Wednesdays for Lower Division and Thursdays for Upper Division. Contact Admissions to schedule.

    Student Visits
    Pre-K 3 to Kindergarten applicants join a playdate to interact with peers under teacher supervision. For Grades 1 and up, students spend a full day with their current grade and meet one-on-one with a learning specialist. The Admissions Office will contact families to schedule.

    Application Deadline: Priority Applicants: November 25, 2024

    January 10, 2025

    Testing Policy: NPS does not require the submission of admissions test reports.

    Essay Questions: Applications require the completion of the Parent Questions which is available on Ravenna-Hub application portal.

    Interview Importance: High

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