Washington Episcopal School

Washington Episcopal School (WES) is a PK3–Grade 8 independent school in Bethesda, Maryland, committed to developing kind, confident, and prepared students who are ready to contribute meaningfully to their communities and the wider world. Grounded in Episcopal values and a deep understanding of child development, WES intentionally ends in Grade 8—allowing students to experience childhood fully while growing into capable, self-aware adolescents. Our students are known for their academic readiness, emotional intelligence, leadership, and strong sense of purpose as they move on to top high schools in the region and beyond. At WES, we believe: A PK3–Grade 8 model best supports children academically, socially, and emotionally Academic excellence and joyful learning go hand in hand Students thrive when challenged, supported, and known well Childhood should be both rigorous and wonder-filled Our graduates leave WES prepared not only for the next academic step, but for life—articulate, resilient, empathetic, and ready to lead. Staying connected matters. Our alumni are an essential part of the WES story, and their journeys help inspire the students who follow. Through alumni events, storytelling, and mentorship, we celebrate where our Dragons go next and the lasting impact of a WES education. Once a Dragon, always a Dragon.