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Friends School of Portland

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an independent Quaker day school

Friends School of Portland is an independent preschool through 8th grade school arising from Quaker faith and practice and built upon long-held standards of exceptional Friends schools. Embracing the Quaker belief in the unique worth of each individual, we seek students from diverse ethnic, economic and family backgrounds. In small, multi-age classes, we nurture children’s unfolding development as curious, creative, and compassionate world citizens. We emphasize high standards for independent thinking and personal integrity. We offer a place-based curriculum with cooperative, hands-on learning in a close community where simplicity, service, stewardship, and peaceful resolution of conflict are practiced every day. For almost 400 years, Friends Schools have offered students a blend of loving acceptance and vigorous challenge. We invite you to learn more about us!  For information on how to apply and application forms, see Admissions.

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News & Events

Stories by the Garden

FSP will host Stories by the Garden on Wednesdays from 11 a.m. to noon. Free and open to the public.

Train the Brain Workshop

FSP will host Brain Gym 101, a workshop August 16-19

TD Banknorth Affinity Membership

TD Banknorth will make a donation to Friends School of Portland based on your checking or savings account balances at no cost to you.

FSP Store

FSP opens online store for branded gear.

FCE & NEASC Membership

FSP is a member of the Friends Council on Education and a Candidate for Accreditation with the New England Association of Schools and Colleges.