Accelerated and Enriched Instruction  Elementary Programs 

Accelerated and Enriched Programs in Elementary School

Gifted and Talented Services at All Schools

Students whose motivation, outstanding talent, performance, or potential for performing at high levels of accomplishment are identified at the local school level to receive accelerated and enriched instruction. Each school has instruction tailored for students identified as gifted and talented.

Frequently Asked Questions  

In addition to local school offerings, MCPS offers a selection of specialized programs. 

Gifted and Talented, Learning Disabled

Support in the home school or in a separate setting.

Highly Gifted Centers

Seven centers for upper elementary grades located throughout the county.

Program of Assessment, Diagnosis and Instruction (PADI)

Nurturing critical and creative thinking in the lower elementary grades in select schools with diverse populations.  

Primary Magnet Program

Students from across the county may apply for acceptance to this program for Grades 1 and 2, located at Takoma Park Elementary School. Limited enrollment. 

International Baccalaureate Primary Years Programme (PYP)

College Gardens Elementary School is an authorized International Baccalaureate (IB) program.  

WINGS Program

Mentoring program for gifted/learning disabled students and highly able students who are not succeeding in the regular classroom.