The Village School

6201 Washington Blvd Arlington, VA 22205
www.villageschoolnova.org

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 77 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,500
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 9
  • Source: Verified school update
The Village School Photo #1 - Learners in Spark Studio spend 50% of their week playing outside, rain or shine. Studies show that, by contrast, conventional kindergarten classrooms are sacrificing the discovery and critical thinking skills that arise through play in favor of academics.
The Village School Photo #2 - Discovery (Elementary) Studio on a Field Trip.

About the School

  • The Village School is a research-based, project-focused independent school.
  • Instead of standardized tests that reward rote memorization of facts, our learning design nurtures each child's wonder, creativity, and innate desire to learn.

Quick Facts (2026)

  • School Type: Alternative School
  • Grades: Prekindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 77 students
  • Yearly Tuition: $17,500
  • Application Deadline: Feb. 9
  • Source: Verified school update

School Facts

School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
Students By Grade
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2018

Student Body

Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 31%

Academics & Faculty

Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.: 11:1
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
42%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual

Tuition & Acceptance Rate

Admission Deadline
Feb. 9
Yearly Tuition Cost
Tuition Notes
$20,000 for Spark Studio (PreK-2), $18,500 for Discovery and Adventure Studios (3-8)
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
Maria Vogelei
Admissions Associate
Lauren Quinn
Application URL

School Notes

  • School should be a place where each child thrives, discovers their passions, and finds their purpose. The Village School is a research-based, project-focused independent school. Instead of standardized tests that reward rote memorization of facts, our learning design nurtures each child's wonder, creativity, and innate desire to learn.
  • We place young people at the center of their education by giving them agency in their learning. Guided by a team of talented educators, committed families, and community mentors, Village School learners are encouraged to discover, through hands-on and real-world experiences, what they can individually contribute to the world around them.
Source: Verified school update

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does The Village School cost?
The Village School's tuition is approximately $17,500 for private students.
What schools are The Village School often compared to?
The Village School is often viewed alongside schools like Rivendell School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Village School?
The application deadline for The Village School is Feb. 9.

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Did You Know?

The average private school tuition in Arlington, VA is $16,100 for elementary schools (read more about average private school tuition across the country).
The average acceptance rate in Arlington, VA is 87% (read more about average acceptance rates across the country).

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