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The Best Version of Himself

At Landon, we foster the intellect, health, and happiness of every boy. Teachers, coaches, mentors, and friends will inspire him to bring his very best.

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Designed for Boys

Boys thrive at Landon because every aspect of our program is designed specifically for them. 

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Driven by Character

The goodness and vast human potential inherent in boys inspires our focus on character development.

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Guided by Experts

Boys achieve more when they respect and connect with teachers who are well versed in boys’ education.

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Inspired to Achieve

Boys experience real and lasting personal growth through challenge and balance.

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Connected for Life

Landon boys have the support of Bears everywhere who trust the character instilled by this shared experience.

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You believe in your son.
We do, too.

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Students celebrate tennis championship at Landon, one of the top private schools for boys sports.
Students smiling and posing in super hero costumes on a stage.
A student at an all-boys private school in Maryland painting with a teacher smiling at the work.
A teacher and two students smiling outside over a wood box that says responsibility.
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A boy playing the clarinet at a concert at an all boys private school in Maryland.

This We Believe.

Your son is why we don’t waver in our values, our program, or our people.

This commitment to him is why Landon stands as a national leader in boys’ college preparatory education. At every level, he will be challenged by expert teachers, advanced curricula, and high-minded expectations – all to prepare him for collegiate and lifelong success. 

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Excellence in All Endeavors

As a school that inspires boys to embrace challenge and pursue excellence, Landon values the accomplishments present in our community that advance the lives of others and that serve as examples to which our boys can aspire.

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Facts + Figures

Landon
At a Glance

Since 1929, Landon has prepared generations of boys to become accomplished, responsible, and caring men. Our program broadens boys’ perspectives and enriches their experiences from Grade 3 through 12—whether it’s in one of our 22 arts courses, 22 athletic options, or weekly ethics assemblies or classes.

700

Students

$32,399

Average Financial Aid Award

40%

Students of Color

14

Average Class Size

6:1

Student-to-Teacher Ratio

75

Acre Campus

40

Accelerated and Honors Courses

98

Family ZIP Codes

Signature Experiences + Core Values

Dedicated to Boys

We know boys will rise to the expectations set for them, and that is why our Code of Character is at the core of what we do every day. Our holistic approach immerses boys in activities that support their overall wellness and instill an appreciation for their peers’ and their own abilities.

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Ethics, Service & Leadership

Students realize that their views and ideas matter, that their words can lift others, and that their actions, guided by respect, empathy, inclusivity, and civility, can effect positive change.

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Students develop the skills, knowledge, and attitudes needed to value differences, encouraging both speaking and acting with integrity and compassion as well as an informed and respectful worldview.

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Health, Wellness & Fitness

We know that healthy and happy boys learn better. That’s why we don’t compromise on anything that will foster boys’ mental, social, emotional, and physical well-being.

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How We Achieve

Our boys are scholars and servant-leaders, thinkers and creators, who become men of character and commitment ready for college and life beyond.