School Community

The atmosphere of Westminster School is one of warmth and refinement, where social exchanges are conducted with respect and courtesy. There is dedication on the part of everyone involved with the school to the highest standards of conduct and academic achievement. An example of excellence is set for the students at every level: in the character and work ethic of staff members; the careful maintenance of school facilities; the professional dress code observed by the staff; the attention to detail in every presentation, from bulletin boards to play programs; and in the gracious hospitality evident at all gatherings. Proper and professional decorum is maintained within the school, and at all Westminster events.

Within this setting, there is a familial atmosphere at the school. The small enrollment makes it possible for every child to be known to all the teachers and administrators. The school policies of tolerance, kindness, and inclusion mean that each student is welcomed and respected as an individual, and encouraged to develop in all areas. Working closely with the school staff, the Westminster Parents Club provides a venue for parental involvement in the school and a strong social network for Westminster families.

Student Body and Enrollment

Westminster is a school for all children who are likely to respond to the challenge of formalized instruction in a disciplined learning environment. It is neither intended for nor equipped to serve children who are learning disabled or those with serious emotional or behavioral problems. Westminster’s student body reflects the diversity of the greater Washington area, with children from many ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds. Enrollment remains between 280 and 300 boys and girls each year, with class size limited to 18 students (or fewer in the lowest grades).