Bel Air, MD · K–11
Last verified August 20, 2026
715 Moores Mill Rd, 21014 · (410) 838-4848
Enrollment
273
Student:teacher
7:1
Published tuition
$8,448–$18,504
Application fee
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Tuition by division
| Division | Grades | Annual tuition | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Preschool / Pre-K | Little Dragons & K-P | $12,000–$17,000 | — |
| Elementary | Kindergarten | $17,000–$20,000 | — |
| Elementary | Grades 1-5 | $18,000–$22,000 | — |
| Middle school | Grades 6-8 | $19,000–$23,000 | — |
Head of school
Susan Bond Kearney
Head of School
Susan Bond Kearney, Head of School at Harford Day, brought over 25 years of leadership experience in Baltimore independent schools, holding multiple senior positions. Before joining HDS in 2019, Susan was Assistant Head of School at St. Paul’s, where she played a central role in shaping the School’s academic program.
Curriculum & special classes
Harford Day School offers an innovative program that fosters confidence, imagination, curiosity, and engagement with the world. The curriculum focuses on mastering fundamental skills, learning to think critically, and providing instruction and practice in communication and collaboration.
Financial aid
Harford Day School offers an Indexed Tuition plan based on each family’s specific financial situation, determined by a confidential online application using Clarity. The school also offers merit awards and a $1,000 discount for newly admitted active-duty military families with children entering Kindergarten or Middle School.
Before & after school care
Before school
Not listed
After school
Extended Day program offers a safe, engaging environment for students from dismissal until 5:30 p.m. on regular school days and most early dismissal days. It includes age-appropriate activities, outdoor/indoor play, and quiet options like reading or games. After-school enrichment opportunities and private music lessons (piano, drums, violin/viola/cello, ukulele/guitar) are also available.
Cost
Extended Day contract options: $2,350/year for pickup by 4:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday); $3,750/year for pickup by 5:30 p.m. (Monday-Friday). Drop-in fee: $30/day for pickup by 5:30 p.m. Private music lessons: $45/one 30-minute lesson (sessions typically 8-10 lessons).
Extended-care hours and rates change yearly — parents can correct these below.
Admissions
The application process for the 2026-2027 academic year begins with submitting an online inquiry and scheduling a campus visit. Applications are accepted from November 1, 2025, to February 2, 2026. Admissions decisions for this cycle will be published on February 20, 2026.
Apply by
February 2, 2026 (for Fall 2026-2027); Rolling admissions for applications received after this deadline, on a space-available basis.
Acceptance rate
Not listed
Application fee
Not listed
What they ask for: Online inquiry, campus visit/private tour, application form, Teacher Recommendation Form, Transcript and Records Release from current school (for applicants currently enrolled in school or a program outside the home). Little Dragons applicants must be age 3, K-Prep age 4, and Kindergarten age 5 by September 1st of the entry year and fully potty trained. Student visit day (shadow day) is required for all applicants.
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