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Friends School of Baltimore.

Friends School of Baltimore is an independent Quaker school founded in 1784 serving students in Pre-K through 12th grade.

Community and connection are at the heart of a Friends School education and we look forward to connecting with your family. Below you will find several ways to learn more about us through campus tours and events designed to give prospective families a firsthand experience of life at Friends. 

 


Admission Events

First Look @ Friends

During these open house events, you will hear from faculty and administrators about our curriculum and culture, tour our campus and classrooms, and engage with a student panel to learn more about why we love Friends. Each event will take place between 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. Please click the date you wish to attend to register.

October 15, 2025 - FULL  November 19, 2025 - FULL  April 8, 2026

Admission Tours

We invite you to see our campus in action! Join us for a one-hour divisional tour. Walk-ins are also welcome. Tours leave from the Admission Office and will be held from 10:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m.* Please contact the Admission Office at admission@friendsbalt.org if you are unable to attend one of the scheduled tours. Please click the date you wish to attend to register. 
*Note: the December 5 tour is scheduled from 9:00-10:00 a.m.
 
Fall 2025 Tours Spring 2026 Tours
September 30 March 25
October 23 April 1
November 11 April 15
December 5 April 22
December 10  

 

Visit Friends and attend and admission tour

Request More Information

Interested in applying to Friends School? Contact us to receive additional information tailored to your child's interests and goals by emailing admission@friendsbalt.org or submitting an inquiry online.

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Visit Days for Applicants

All applicants for grades 2-12 will schedule a student Shadow Day and Parent/Caregiver Interview. These steps are required for applicants. Once you have an online account through our myFriends portal, you will be able to schedule the shadow day and parent/caregiver interview online. If you are scheduling more than one child, need to reschedule a visit, or prefer to schedule by phone, please call the Admission Office at 410-649-3308.

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Admission Deadlines for the 2026-27 School Year

Merit Scholarship Application: December 15, 2025
Application for Admission and Financial Aid: December 15, 2025
All Admission File Materials: January 15, 2026
Admission Notification Date: February 19, 2026
Response Due Date: March 6, 2026

Visit Affording Friends for information about our merit scholarships and financial assistance.

Three male students with a female teacher in a classroom looking engaged in conversation.