Good Beginnings School (Closed 2014)
Accredited with the National Private School Accreditation Alliance since 2001, we offer a structured, traditionally academic learning program facilitated by seasoned, college-degree teachers in a warm, caring, and energetic environment.
School Overview
School Type
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-1
Year Founded
1993
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
61 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
57%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Average Class Size
16 students
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Yearly Tuition Cost
$11,800
Acceptance Rate
100%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Carmen McMahon
Sports
Total Sports Offered
4 sports
Sports
School Notes
- Zaner-Bloser, SRA math and reading series, Plaid Phonics, Scholastic's readers, science, and geography programs provide the core curriculum for our Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten classes.
- For our preschool classes, we utilize a teacher-designed curriculum and program based on age and skill comprised of the Prentice-Hall Center for Applied Research Preschool Curriculum, Warren Publishing House Theme-A-Saurus, Newbridge Educational Publishing beginning math series, The Education Center, Teacher Created Materials, Inc. for letter sounds, vowel and consonant introduction and Bob Books for reading.
- In addition to our academic programs, we offer art, music, dance, and physical fitness. Students four years and older also participate in field trips that are uniquely appropriate and qualitatively diverse.
- For parents' convenience, we also offer many extracurricular activities such as: private piano lessons, soccer, yoga, ballet, hip hop, and karate.
- We welcome all students and families who desire a sound learning environment and who share our core values in education.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Good Beginnings School cost?
Good Beginnings School's tuition is approximately $11,800 for private students.
What is the acceptance rate of Good Beginnings School?
The acceptance rate of Good Beginnings School is 100%, which is higher than the national average of 83%.
What sports does Good Beginnings School offer?
Good Beginnings School offers 4 interscholastic sports: Ballet, Dance, Indoor Soccer and Soccer.
When is the application deadline for Good Beginnings School?
The application deadline for Good Beginnings School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Good Beginnings School is Dominion Christian School (0.6 miles away)
The nearest preschool is Russian Kids House (0.6 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Grades
Students
Dominion Christian School
(Christian)
Grades: K-12 | 209 students 0.6 miles 11411 Isaac Newton Sq S
Reston, VA 20190
(571) 267-7844
Reston, VA 20190
(571) 267-7844
0.6
K-12
209
Grades: 6-12 0.6 miles 11700 Plaza America Drive, Suite 150
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 988-6377
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 988-6377
0.6
6-12
n/a
Grades: K-12 0.6 miles 11720 Plaza America Drive 9th Floor
Reston, VA 20190
(800) 255-4937
Reston, VA 20190
(800) 255-4937
0.6
K-12
n/a
Grades: PK-2 | 32 students 0.6 miles 11445 Isaac Newton Sq S Ste A # 100
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 435-2784
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 435-2784
0.6
PK-2
32
Grades: NS-PK | 139 students 0.7 miles 1946 Isaac Newton Sq W
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 435-0263
Reston, VA 20190
(703) 435-0263
0.7
NS-PK
139
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