About The School

• Admissions
• Mission Statement and Philosophy
• Our Educational Approach
• School Facility
• Meet the Headmaster
• School Community
• Educational Curriculum
• Kindergarten Overview
• Drama
• Music & Orchestra
• Physical Education & Athletics
• Academic Achievements
• Accomplishments
• After-School Care Program
• Summer Program
• Bus Service
• Development
• Alumni Resources
• Parent Resources

More Information

Admissions

• Open House Schedule and Admissions Calendar
• Tuition and Financial Aid
• Application for Admission
• Tuition and Fee Schedule 2008/2009
• Kindergarten and 1st Grade Recommendation Form
• Grades 2-8 General Recommendation Form
• Grades 6-8 Math Recommendation Form
• Grades 6-8 English Recommendation Form

Our Educational Approach

• Parents Give Westminster School in Virginia Top Grades!

Educational Curriculum

• Language Arts
• Mathematics
• Science
• History/Classical Studies
• Languages
• Art
• Enrichment
• Geography

Summer Program

• Summer Course and Camp Brochure 2008
• Summer Course and Camp Registration Form 2008

Bus Service

• School Bus Fees 2008/2009

Parent Resources

• School Supply List for 2008-2009

Essays about Private Schools in Virginia

• Why Should You Pay to send your child to a Private K-8 School in Virginia?
• Does It Really Matter Where My Child Attends Elementary School?

Open House Schedule and Admissions Calendar

• September, 2007- August, 2008:  Tours of the school are available by appointment.  Please contact the Admissions Director, Mrs. Nancy Schuler, at 703-256-3620 or admissions@westminsterschool.com.

• October 11, 2007:  Wine and Cheese with the Headmaster (7:00-9:00 p. m.)  This event is for adults only.  An opportunity to hear about the Westminster program directly from the Headmaster, Mr. Ellis Glover, who is in his 32nd year of service to Westminster School.  A presentation will be made by Mr. Glover at 7:15.  This will be followed by a wine and cheese reception with Mr. Glover and other members of the administrative staff, as well as teachers.  Tours of the school will be conducted.

• November 1, 2007:  Applications begin to be accepted for the 2008/09 school year. 

• November 30, 2007:  Parent Open House (9:30-11:00 a. m.)  Tours of the school will be conducted from 9:30-10:15.  The Headmaster, Mr. Ellis Glover, who is in his 32nd year of service to Westminster School, will give a presentation from 10:15-11:00.  Additional tours will be conducted following the presentation.

• January-February, 2008:  Testing, Classroom visits and Interviews take place.  Testing of prospective students takes place on campus, by appointment with the admissions office.  The SSAT or ISEE is also acceptable for students applying to grades 5-7.  (Westminster School does not consider applicants for 8th grade.)

• January 13, 2008:  OPEN HOUSE for Prospective Families (1:00-4:00 p. m.) A wonderful opportunity to meet current students, parents, and staff. Tour the school and learn more about the Westminster program. Children are welcome. 

• February 28, 2008:  All transcripts and teacher recommendations are due to the Admissions Office for the first round of applicants.  All testing and visits of prospective students must be completed.

• March, 2008:  Notification letters are sent to the first round of applicants.
  
  Parents notify Westminster School of their decision by signing the Enrollment Contract and paying the Enrollment Deposit.
  
  Applications continue to be accepted for grades with availability.

• April 30, 2008:  Enrollment Contract is binding and first tuition payment is due.

• March-August, 2008:  Applications received during this time will be considered in grades where there are openings and will be processed within two weeks of completing the application process.  Some grades will have openings while others may have a wait list.  Please contact the admissions office for information regarding availability in a particular grade.

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