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Northern Virginia Private School

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- Westminster School seeks families who are looking for an outstanding educational program and an all-around experience that will help their child grow in character, confidence, and enthusiasm for learning and for life.
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- Westminster’s academic program is based on the belief that children between the ages of five and fourteen are naturally dominated by curiosity and enthusiasm for life, and want nothing so much as to understand the world around them, discover how they fit into it, and show what they can do.
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- Westminster School is dedicated to providing a superior elementary and middle-school education whose fundamental goals for each child are a disciplined and well-informed mind, strength of character, dedication to learning, generosity of spirit, and joy in the possibilities of life. The school community represents a diverse body of learners who are engaged in a rigorous academic program, enriched by the arts, athletics, and extracurricular activities.
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Core Principles of Classical Education

Cognitive, Moral, and Ethical Development Leonardo da Vinci, Isaac Newton, Thomas Jefferson, and Shakespeare are among the world’s most impactful innovators. One commonality of these influential thinkers is their classical education, which was crucial to their success. This traditional education allowed them to pave the way to a new world. According to the Manhattan Institute, […]

The Crucial Role of Early Childhood Education in Fostering Lifelong Success

Exploring the Multifaceted Benefits of Early Childhood Education Understanding the significance of early childhood education is paramount in shaping a child’s future. The Center on the Developing Child at Harvard University reported 85% of the brain’s connections form by age five, underscoring the pivotal role of early education on a child’s cognitive and emotional development […]

These 6 Advantages of Preschool Lay a Positive Educational Foundation

Exploring the Social, Emotional, and Academic Benefits of Preschool While raising children is a profoundly fulfilling journey for caregivers, navigating the best educational path can often become overwhelming. It’s why many parents find themselves weighing and considering the value of enrolling their child in preschool. If your young child is of preschool age, consider these […]