Academics Archives - Page 7 of 10

Northern Virginia Private School

Admission
- Admission
- 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.
Academics & Specials
- ACADEMICS & SPECIALS
  - Educational Approach
    
    Lower School, K-2
    
    Middle School, 3-5
    
    Upper School, 6-8
- 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.
About Us
- ABOUT US
  - Meet the Head of School
  - Mission & Philosophy
    
    Classical Education
    
    School Traditions
    
    History of Westminster
    
    Accreditation
    
    Blog
- 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.
Giving
Preschool
Contact Us

The Plain Truth

The Plain Truth About Public Elementary Schools With Fairfax County’s school system touted as one of the best in the country, why is your child not receiving the attention that he/she needs during this critical time of development? Parents may not realize that their child’s daily school experience from preschool through middle-school is more profound, [...]

Westminster School Celebrates A Diverse Community

Westminster School Celebrates A Diverse Community, And A Shared Dream The Westminster School community and friends came together on Friday, February 27, to celebrate our rich cultural diversity. More than 40 different nationalities are represented by Westminster students, parents, and staff. Many attendees dressed in elegant and colorful clothing representing their heritage. The evening was filled with [...]

STEM In Elementary And Middle-School

STEM In Elementary And Middle-School Education STEM is often misunderstood as simply the inclusion of science, technology, engineering, and math in a school curriculum. Actually, STEM is an educational approach that integrates the traditional subjects of math and science along with the application of technology and/or engineering principles. According to Dr. Patricia Fioriello at ExpertBeacon.com, [...]