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Inspiring the next generation of classical thinkers. Immanuel Lutheran School is a classical Christian academy serving students and families from throughout the Northern Virginia and DC metro area for nearly 80 years at our campus on Russell Road in Alexandria.
Wisdom, eloquence and virtue these are the aims of a classical education. The patriarchs of western civilization understood that education was more than the acquisition of basic skills and mere competency. The purpose of education was to transform, to elevate, and to refine the mind and the soul. This was the standard, not the exception. At the center of classical education is an emphasis on the Good, the True, and the Beautiful. Because these universal values serve as the building blocks of classical learning, the classical arts are timeless and proven, and have been known to produce many eloquent confessors and wise leaders.
A classical school has many distinctives that set it apart from
the average classroom experience. There is emphasis on the liberal
arts, the development of language and the knowledge of culture. By
engaging students in a "conversation" with the past, classical
education familiarizes them with the developments and culture of
Western Civilization. Through this process, students become
well-versed in the great works of literature, music, and art as
well as in science and math.
Most of the material used at Immanuel is advanced by at least
one grade level. Our accelerated curriculum not only gives students
a jump start on developing crucial cognitive and analytical skills,
but also challenges them to expect more of themselves in school, as
well as in life. Formal studies in Latin begin in the 3rd grade,
and by the 7th grade, our students are using the same curriculum
used to teach college Latin.
Our curriculum also strives to nurture the body and soul. All
classes are taught through the lens of the Biblical Worldview. The
memorization and recitation of Bible verses, the Lord`s Prayer,
hymns, the Apostles` Creed, and sections of Luther`s Small
Catechism are all part of the daily classroom regimen. The Physical
Education program stresses the wellness of the body to support an
active mind.
At Immanuel, we believe there should be cohesion and
correlation between the material taught from grade to grade. Our
curriculum is designed to build upon the material taught in the
years before. This way, the student is building upon their
understanding of the subject matter, rather than storing loads of
unconnected facts. From neatness in penmanship to courtesy in the
classroom, we hold our students to the highest standards in all
areas, and place great emphasis on Christian character formation,
as well as the importance of being good citizens.
Lower School students at ILS happily absorb, memorize, recite,
and write the basic facts and rules on which the rest of their
student vocations build. In the Grammar stage, our classrooms are
abuzz with the recitation of scripture and catechism, studious
chanting of Math and Grammar rules, and expressive reading of great
Literature.
In addition to academics, the students practice the School
Standards of Truth, Love, Honor, Faithfulness and Excellence from
the foundation of each, enabling them to see and do the most basic
tasks of academia and virtue. From Jr. Kindergarten on up, ILS
Lower School students learn and discuss how they are each simul
iustus et Peccator, sinner and Saint, inherently flawed but
forgiven and loved by God. They are also taught from their first
year how they have a responsibility to serve God and love
others.
Lower School classrooms are filled with joyful chants and
songs, bright with the work and wonder of our students. We rejoice
in the curiosity of our students` minds and the love they express
to their families, their teachers, and one another. Join us for a
story or a Grammar Jingle to see what a day in the life of the
Lower School includes.
Our philosophy embraces a truly classical liberal arts
approach, full of reading, writing, and discussion. Our students
study the Socratic model of learning as they prepare for and enter
the dialectic stage of their development. This trains our students
in speaking, thinking, and writing so that they can become
expressive, clear, and organized.
By studying subjects increasingly unique to modern
students-such as Latin, logic, and the scope of world history-Upper
School students at ILS are taught to look beyond themselves, their
own times, and their own culture. Yet knowledge of facts is not
enough. A fully formed person will have wisdom and charity in
addition to knowledge. Our school seeks to support parents in
guiding the student on this path to virtue.
Most importantly, the Word of God is a constant presence in our
school; as a regular and daily feature of the life of the school,
prayer, worship, and the proclamation of the Gospel will frame
classroom instruction and discussion. Our prayer is that each and
every one of our students lives out their various vocations, with
love and service to their neighbor, in response to the love and
mercy God shows each of us.
Our days are busy and full of learning, whether that is
intellectual, spiritual, emotional and social, or physical. You are
invited to come visit with us! Observe classes, talk to our
students, and ask questions of our teachers.
Immanuel Lutheran School's tuition is approximately $14,024 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Immanuel Lutheran School?
The acceptance rate of Immanuel Lutheran School is 38%, which is lower than the national average of 84%. Immanuel Lutheran School's acceptance rate is ranked among the top private schools in Virginia with low acceptance rates.
When is the application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School?
The application deadline for Immanuel Lutheran School is Jan. 19 / rolling (applications are due on Jan. 19 but additional applications are reviewed year-round as space permits ).
In what neighborhood is Immanuel Lutheran School located?
Immanuel Lutheran School is located in the Potomac West neighborhood of Alexandria, VA. There are 4 other private schools located in Potomac West.
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The best private school in the area. It provides the best classical, Christ-centered education in Virginia and employs loving teachers and great administrators.
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