Westminster School

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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GRIFFIN FIELD OF DREAMS

It Takes a Team!

Westminster School offers a program of academic excellence and personal development that stands out from all area schools, private and public.  However, if Westminster is to continue to prosper and remain competitive in attracting families, its outside needs to reflect the excellence of the program being delivered inside. In recent years, Westminster has expanded and improved both its educational program and its physical plant. The next stage in the school’s evolution is the long-anticipated, exciting construction of a synthetic turf playing field and new playgrounds for preschool and older students.  An earlier round of fundraising allowed Westminster to establish the groundwork for this project. Now, with land acquired for expansion, architectural and engineering plans in place, and approved permits by the county, we are excited to relaunch this project! 

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How to Give

Donations are accepted via cash, check, online transfer, credit card, donor advised funds or gifts of stocks and securities.

Gifts by cash or check or pledge forms can be dropped off or sent to Westminster School, 3819 Gallows Road, Annandale, Virginia 22003.

To donate electronically or via credit card, visit the Westminster School website and click on the GIVE button on the home page.

Gifts from donor advised funds should be directed to Westminster School. Our Federal Tax ID is 54-0795756.

For details on how to make a gift of stocks and securities, please visit the ways to give page or call the school at 703-256-3620.

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FAQ

Help make it happen!

The Field of Dreams Campaign seeks to partner with a Griffin Field Leadership Team of donors who are excited about and able to provide significant funding to launch this important project. Many are eager to give back to the school by supporting a project that will enrich the lives of students for years to come. The bold support of our leadership team will pave the way!

Why an athletic field?

As a founding member of the Capital Athletic Conference (CAC), Westminster has fielded competitive teams in soccer, basketball, softball, and track and field since 1979.  The athletic program has benefited our students in countless ways, encouraging physical fitness, developing game skills, providing lessons in teamwork and individual integrity, and boosting school spirit and a sense of community. Currently, however, the lack of available field space puts Westminster at a significant disadvantage to its peer schools, not only in athletic competition but in attracting families. Even the public schools currently offer turf playing fields. Dedicated field space would significantly improve access to physical education for Westminster students, facilitate league play, and attract additional families, a factor crucial to the school’s financial success.

Why now?

Westminster’s finances are strong and enrollment is trending upwards, which should keep the school in a robust financial position in the years to come. The community has a core of dedicated leaders who are committed to the project and are supporting it with their time and their money. The 2022 celebration of the 60th anniversary of the school’s founding has renewed connections with alumni and families who still feel a connection with Westminster. And, more practically speaking, the window for starting construction under current permits is closing. The time is now for taking this important next step in the evolution of Westminster School.

How much will it cost?

The estimated cost of the project is $4.5 million. Westminster School hopes to raise as much of that as possible from donors, but the school is committed to completing this crucial project in any event.

How can I join the Griffin Field Leadership Team?

Please consider making a meaningful donation which will not only significantly help fund the project but will also inspire similar gifts from others who value Westminster School. Donations and pledges can be paid in installments over as many as three years. If you would like to learn more about the Griffin Field project or discuss how you can partner with the school on this important project, please feel free to contact any member of our Field of Dreams committee:

Nina Breen, Board of Trustees: nbreen@westminsterschool.com 

Nancy Schuler, Head of School:  nschuler@westminsterschool.com

Mike Townsend, Board of Trustees:  mtownsend@westminsterschool.com 

Jennie Wills, Board of Trustees:  jwills@westminsterschool.com  

Field Plan

Installing a state-of-the-art athletic field will allow us to…

• Expand our athletic program to host games at home • Strengthen current sports, such as soccer, track and field and softball

• Generate additional revenue through sports-related after-school enrichment and camp offerings

• Attract more families

Interested in supporting the field campaign? Contact lcowles@westminsterschool.com or call (703) 256-3620.

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Westminster School
3819 Gallows Rd,
Annandale, VA 22003
703 -256 -3620
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    • How to Apply
    • Visit Campus
    • Admissions Calendar
    • Tuition & Financial Aid
    • Transportation
    • Extended Care
    • HS and College Attendance
    • Meet the Director
  • Academics & Specials
    • The Westminster Educational Approach
      • Lower School, Grades K-2
      • Middle School, Grades 3-5
      • Upper School, Grades 6-8
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    • STEAM Program
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