Sandy Spring Friends School (SSFS) is a pre-co-ed college preparatory day school with optional five and seven day boarding programs in the Upper School. Founded in Quaker community of Sandy Spring in the heart of Montgomery County, Maryland. The school offers strong academics, arts, and athletic programs, including Advanced Placement courses in the Upper School, and an emphasis on traditional Quaker values. SSFS has recently built 3 new buildings: a new middle school, a new gym, and a new performing arts center.