Sydenstricker was opened to create a place of adventure and discovery for children.
Thus preparing them for the learning years ahead and to help make a smooth transition into public and private school systems.
Ever since 1966 this spot on Sydenstricker Road has been a unique and happy place for children to learn and grow at their own pace.
The staff, under the direction of school founder Mrs. Lore Araujo, has provided a clean, loving and nurturing environment for all children and we constantly promote a strong parent-teacher partnership.
Our school does no formal advertising, we rely on our excellent reputation in the community and positive word of mouth.
Sydenstricker School uses the A Beka curriculum. We are dedicated to providing superior educational beginnings for all of our students.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Early Childhood / Day Care
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 58 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
School Calendar
Student Body
Total Students
58 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
33%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
None / Rolling
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the application deadline for Sydenstricker School?
The application deadline for Sydenstricker School is rolling (applications are reviewed as they are received year-round).
Nearby Private Schools
The nearest high school and elementary school to Sydenstricker School is Accotink Academy (1.4 miles away)
The nearest preschool is West Springfield KinderCare (1.2 miles away)
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
West Springfield KinderCare ![West Springfield KinderCare Photo - West Springfield KinderCare]( "West Springfield KinderCare Photo - West Springfield KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
8518 Bauer Dr.
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-4194
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-4194
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
Accotink Academy ![Accotink Academy Photo]( "Accotink Academy Photo")
Special Education School
8519 Tuttle Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8041
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8041
1.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 6 students
6215 Rolling Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-5797
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-5797
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 100 students
Little Acorn Patch
Daycare / Preschool
6226 Rolling Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-7071
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-7071
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Prince Of Peace Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
8306 Old Keene Mill Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-6177
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-6177
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 131 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Accotink Academy ![Accotink Academy Photo]( "Accotink Academy Photo")
Special Education School
8519 Tuttle Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8041
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8041
1.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 6 students
Fairfax Baptist Temple Academy
(Baptist)
6401 Missionary Ln
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 323-8100
Fairfax Station, VA 22039
(703) 323-8100
3 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 395 students Sports: 4 Tuition listed
9001 Braddock Rd, Suite 111
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 978-7208
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 978-7208
3.2 miles
Gr: 7-12 | 38 students Avg. class size: 8 students Sports: 1 | Extracurrculars: 7 Tuition listed
Fairfax Global Academy
Alternative School
9001 Braddock Rd Ste 200
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 978-0008
Springfield, VA 22151
(703) 978-0008
3.6 miles
Gr: 3-12 | 71 students
Al-qalam Academy
(Islamic)
6666 Commerce St
Springfield, VA 22150
(703) 380-8170
Springfield, VA 22150
(703) 380-8170
3.9 miles
Gr: PK-12 | 107 students
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Accotink Academy ![Accotink Academy Photo]( "Accotink Academy Photo")
Special Education School
8519 Tuttle Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8041
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8041
1.4 miles
Gr: 1-12 | 60 students Avg. class size: 6 students
6398 Nativity Ln
Burke, VA 22015
(703) 455-2300
Burke, VA 22015
(703) 455-2300
1.9 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 299 students Avg. class size: 15 students Tuition listed
St. Bernadette School ![St. Bernadette School Photo]( "St. Bernadette School Photo")
(Catholic)
7602 Old Keene Mill Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8696
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-8696
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 466 students Avg. class size: 15 students Sports: 4 | Extracurrculars: 12 Tuition listed
7719 Fullerton Road
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 455-1000
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 455-1000
2.5 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 281 students Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 4
Angelus Academy ![Angelus Academy Photo]( "Angelus Academy Photo")
(Catholic)
7644 Dynatech Court
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 924-3996
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 924-3996
2.8 miles
Gr: PK-8 | 164 students Avg. class size: 15 students Extracurrculars: 10 Tuition listed
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Location
Miles
Quick Facts
West Springfield KinderCare ![West Springfield KinderCare Photo - West Springfield KinderCare]( "West Springfield KinderCare Photo - West Springfield KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
8518 Bauer Dr.
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-4194
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-4194
1.2 miles
Gr: NS-PK Tuition listed
6215 Rolling Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-5797
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-5797
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 100 students
Little Acorn Patch
Daycare / Preschool
6226 Rolling Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-7071
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-7071
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 34 students
Prince Of Peace Lutheran School
Daycare / Preschool (Lutheran Church Missouri Synod)
8306 Old Keene Mill Rd
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-6177
Springfield, VA 22152
(703) 451-6177
1.4 miles
Gr: PK-K | 131 students
Newington Forest KinderCare ![Newington Forest KinderCare Photo - Newington Forest KinderCare]( "Newington Forest KinderCare Photo - Newington Forest KinderCare")
Daycare / Preschool
8604 Pohick Rd.
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 455-7322
Springfield, VA 22153
(703) 455-7322
1.5 miles
Gr: NS-PK | 100 students
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(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Miles
Quick Facts
Kate Waller Barrett Elementary School
(Math: 66% | Reading: 59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
150 Duffey Dr.
Stafford, VA 22554
(540) 658-6464
Stafford, VA 22554
(540) 658-6464
9204.4 miles
Gr: K-5 | 838 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 81%
Brentsville District High School
Magnet School
(Math: 50-59% | Reading: 87%)
Rank:
Rank:
6/
Top 50%10
12109 Aden Rd
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-2161
Nokesville, VA 20181
(703) 594-2161
9204.9 miles
Gr: 9-12 | 855 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1 Minority enrollment: 38%
The Nokesville School
Magnet School
(Math: 78% | Reading: 80%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
12375 Aden Road
Nokesville, VA 20181
(571) 781-3040
Nokesville, VA 20181
(571) 781-3040
9204.9 miles
Gr: K-8 | 1,202 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 40%
Glenkirk Elementary School
Magnet School
(Math: 90% | Reading: 86%)
Rank:
Rank:
10/
Top 10%10
8584 Sedge Wren Drive
Gainesville, VA 20155
(703) 753-1702
Gainesville, VA 20155
(703) 753-1702
9205.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 554 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 18:1 Minority enrollment: 52%
Greenville Elementary School
(Math: 79% | Reading: 78%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
7389 Academic Avenue
Nokesville, VA 20181
(540) 422-7570
Nokesville, VA 20181
(540) 422-7570
9205.2 miles
Gr: PK-5 | 449 students Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1 Minority enrollment: 23%
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