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2026-27 Admission Deadline Dates
January 9 - Admission Application Due
January 16 - Recommendations/Supporting Materials Due
January 16 - Tuition Assistance Application Due
February 27 - Decision Notification Via Email
March 13 - Enrollment Contract & Deposit Due
May 1, 4:00 pm - Enrollment Contract Binding Date
We are still accepting a limited number of applications for the 2024-2025 School Year. Email the Admission Team or call 202.380.9266 to learn more!
Tuition & Fees at The River School
September 2025 - June 2026 School Year
Tuition Refund Insurance
The school offers a tuition refund insurance plan in the event that child/children are withdrawn, transferred or have an extended illness. This plan is required unless parents pay their full annual tuition prior to the opening date of school or can present evidence of comparable insurance coverage. The premium for this insurance is based upon a percentage of tuition (2.1% for 2025-2026 school year).
The Before Care Program Preschool-Elementary
The Before Care Program provides supervised childcare from 8:00 am until morning classes begin at 8:20 am. It is offered on a full-year contract basis only.
The After Care Program Preschool-Elementary
The After Care Program provides supervised activities from 3:00 to 6:00 pm daily for children in the full-day program. It is offered on a full-year contract basis only.
Family Association of River Dues
The dues for each family to join the Family Association of River (FAR) is $100 per student.
Upper Elementary (4-5) Activities Fee
The River School does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious affiliation, gender, ethnic or national origin in the administration of its admission, financial aid and other school-administered programs.