Westminster School/head

3819 Gallows Road, Annandale, VA, 22003-0220
Westminster School is dedicated to providing a superior elementary and middle-school education whose fundamental goals for each child are a disciplined and well-informed mind, strength of character, dedication to learning, generosity of spirit, and joy in the possibilities of life. The Westminster program is founded on a traditional curriculum, rigorous academic standards, and an atmosphere that promotes respect, integrity, kindness, and a sense of excellence. Westminster's academic program provides thorough training in basic subjects within a broad humanities curriculum. The Classical tradition, great books, and exposure to the arts are emphasized and integrated throughout an accelerated, thoroughly rounded program.

School Overview:

Westminster School/head
School Membership(s) National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS)
Religious Affiliation Nonsectarian
Grades Offered Grades Nursery/Preschool - 8
Year Founded 1962
Student Body
Total Students 292 students
Student Body Type Co-ed
Students by Grade
 
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers 28 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio 11:1 (National school avg.: 13:1)
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree 60%
Average Class Size 15 students
Classroom dress code Formal
(Uniform)
Finances and Admission
Admission Deadline Feb. 15 / rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost $18,340
Tuition Notes Financial Aid is available.
Admissions Director Nancy Schuler
Sports
Total Sports Offered 5 sports
Sports
Basketball Cross Country
Soccer Softball
Track and Field
Extracurriculars
Total Extracurriculars 9 extracurriculars
Extracurriculars
Builders Club (Community Service) Chess Club
Chorus French Club
Math Club Odyssey of the Mind
Orchestra Science Olympiad
Sports

School Notes:

  • Accelerated Academic Program (Math, Science, English, Reading)

    Classical Studies/History

    Junior Great Books

    French

    Latin

    Music

    Art

    Drama

    Daily PE

    Multiple Field Trips

    Emphasis on Character, Kindness, and Courtesy

  • Profile last updated: 07/25/2011

Nearby Schools:

Westminster School/head
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-8 | 0 mi. away
Pinecrest School
Gr. Nursery/Preschool-6 | 0.4 mi. away
Montessori School-Holmes Run
Gr. PK-7 | 0.6 mi. away
Hope Montessori School Ltd
Gr. K | 1.2 mi. away

View all schools in: Annandale, Fairfax County, Zip 22003

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