Prince William Academy prepares students for a rapidly changing global environment through its Character Development Program.
Our curriculum is designed to meet students' individual learning needs.
We provide foreign languages for all students starting at age 2. Starting in Jr K all of our students take Spanish and either Mandarin or Arabic as part of our curriculum.
The educational environment at Prince William Academy is designed to celebrate the uniqueness of each child and every family in our community.
Prince William Academy is accredited by the Virginia Council for Private Schools, the National Association for the Education of Young Children, American Camp Association, Southern Association of Independent Schools and is certified by SEVP to accept international students.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- Top Ranked VA School
- Grades: Nursery/Preschool-8
- Enrollment: 251 students
- Acceptance rate: 95%
- Average class size: 12 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: Verified school update
Top Rankings
Prince William Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
Category
Attribute
Advanced Degrees
Student Body
School Overview
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Nursery/Preschool-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
1984
Summer School Offered
Yes
Student Body
Total Students
251 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
60%
State avg.: 30%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
National avg.: 13:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
90%
Average Class Size
12 students
Classroom Dress Code
Formal
White PWA polo shirt and blue bottoms.
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Tuition Notes
Tuition varies by program:
5 days infant/toddler: $1675 per month
5 days 2s and 3s program: $1270 per month
5 days Jr K: $1235 per month
K-8: $12,900 annually; may be paid in full or in monthly installments2, 3 and 5 day, and half or full day options available for preschool.Please call to schedule a tour, learn about the curriculum, and review tuition costs. Prince William Academy offers before and after school care for an additional fee.
Summer Program Cost
$265
Summer Program Cost Notes
Kindergarten - 8th grade
9am - 4pm
$265/wk
Prince William Academy also offers various schedule options for the Summer Camp program. Please call the school for more information.
% on Financial Aid
50%
Average Financial Aid Grant
$90
Acceptance Rate
95%
National avg.: 85%
Admissions Director
Amanda Pischel
Admissions Associate
Whitney Wright
Sports
Total Sports Offered
2 sports
Sports
Extracurriculars
Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric.
6 extracurriculars
ExtracurricularsExtra-curric.
Club or Organization:
Chess, Small Group Tutoring, Structured After School Program
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance, Musical Instruments
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer
Chess, Small Group Tutoring, Structured After School Program
Arts and Music Programs:
Dance, Musical Instruments
Recreational Athletic Programs:
Soccer
School Notes
- Mission:
- Prince William Academy empowers each student to meet their full potential through academically challenging programs and an emphasis on character development. We cultivate respect for the fundamental value of diversity and for one another as we prepare our students to excel in a global environment.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Prince William Academy cost?
Prince William Academy's tuition is approximately $265 for summer students.
What is the acceptance rate of Prince William Academy?
The acceptance rate of Prince William Academy is 95%, which is higher than the national average of 84%.
What sports does Prince William Academy offer?
Prince William Academy offers 2 interscholastic sports: Dance and Indoor Soccer.
What is Prince William Academy's ranking?
Prince William Academy ranks among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for: Highest percentage of faculty with advanced degrees and Largest student body.
When is the application deadline for Prince William Academy?
The application deadline for Prince William Academy is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
School Reviews
5 2/26/2020
Prince William Academy is an awesome school with challenging curriculum and plentiful resources! Class sizes are small, teachers are kind, feedback is detailed! I am extremely happy with PWA! We came from Thomas Aquinas Catholic school, which felt like a disaster to the entire family. PWA has a nurturing environment, healthy home cooked lunches, tutors is kids need them, two foreign languages! I AM EXTREMELY HAPPY and found this school!
5 5/17/2016
This is my son's third year at PWA. My husband, my son, and I all love the school and teachers. My son is progressing very quickly. I feel that the advanced teaching is so beneficial to the kids. They can absorb so much information. What I love most about the school is that my child never seems to be frustrated or feels overwhelmed. He has started Kindergarten this year and is already reading (beginners), knows addition, subtraction, and some multiplication, is getting better at sounding words out so he can spell and write out sentences. He absolutely loves going to school which means to me that he is a happy student. He takes Spanish class on a daily basis and takes Mandarin weekly. There is also before and aftercare provided so I do not need to stress about rushing home from work to make sure he cared for. Unfortunately, the before/aftercare programs have had two hourly increases within the last year so my husband and I are trying to pick him up as soon as we can. My son does enjoy the aftercare program because he has a chance to play with the other kids from other classes.
Improvements that can be made:
Online accounts for parent/child. Enabling parents to see previous payments, pay online (w/o any additional fees).
More Montessori teaching for each grade level
5 3/17/2016
Prince William Academy has been a Godsend for our family! We were relocated in December 2015, with no family nearby or familiarity with schools/childcare options. We initially had our daughters in a childcare center, however after 4 weeks had to find an alternative due to lack of structure and care. I attended a preschool fair at the local library and met the PWA representatives. My daughters are now enrolled in the Jr. K and Preschool 2s classes. The curriculum is structured and very well rounded and includes gym, language arts and cultural diversity. PWA is not just a school, they are a family and part of the community. PWA offers before school starting at 6am and after school until 630pm, they do their best to offer childcare on snow days as well. Lunch can be provided at the school if desired. The pre/post school and snow day childcare options are not available anywhere else. PWA has given my husband and I peace of mind knowing our daughters are cared for in a nurturing and loving environment and being taught by very dedicated and skilled educators. The teachers truly care about each and every child. PWA keeps parents informed with weekly emails regarding school news and lesson plans. In this day and age, when both parents work (or when there is a single parent) it is a blessing to know PWA is there to help you juggle all aspects of childcare in addition to providing a top notch education experience.
5 1/19/2016
A wonderful school ! If you are looking for small class sizes, Loving staff, High standards of achievement and excellence .. Look no further . Both my sons attend this school and we are extremely pleased at the high standards of education that are maintained in a very family friendly environment. Our children are not just numbers . Their teachers cared very much about their grades, level of understanding , ensuring that concepts were very clear to them. I would recommend this school to anyone and everyone who is looking to get away from the below average don't care indifferent callous environment of the public school system .
5 10/28/2014
My daughter thrives at Prince William Academy! The advanced curriculum is excellent and daily Spanish classes are a bonus. We are fortunate to have found this school and would recommend it to everyone.
5 10/28/2014
I highly recommend PWA to all parents who are searching for a school that truly cares about your child. The curriculum at Prince William Academy is above the rest! My child is currently enrolled in the elementary program. The teachers are great and my child receives individualized instruction. The classes are small and students participate in music, art, PE and technology classes weekly. PWA also has a dynamic World Language Program.
5 6/20/2014
Prince William Academy is the best private school in Woodbridge. This school not only has very challenging and advanced curriculum but also offers 5 languages. This is our second year at Prince William Academy and my child loves this school. The Principal and the staff are highly educated with College Degrees, very professional, very helpful and they treat students and parents with lot of respect. We feel fortunate that our child attends this school. We highly recommend this school to all the parents looking for good private school.
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