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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Does Westminster provide transportation?

Does Westminster provide transportation?Does Westminster provide transportation?Door-to-door bus service is available to most parts of Fairfax County. Many of the remaining families participate in car pools whose organization is facilitated by the school.

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Do you offer after-school care?

Do you offer after-school care?Do you offer after-school care?The after-school care program (3:00-6:00 p. m.) is available to students in grades K-8.

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Do the students wear uniforms?

Do the students wear uniforms?Do the students wear uniforms?Yes, students in all grades wear a school uniform every day. Students in grades 3-8 change into athletic uniforms for P.E. class.

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Why do students like your school?

Why do students like your school?Why do students like your school?Students enjoy the after-school Athletic Program; the many field trips and special assemblies; the aesthetic environment; the celebrations of curriculum, such as Egyptian Day, Science Week, and Sports Day; the drama presentations; and, most of all, the sense of close community and caring possible in [...]

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Why Westminster?

Why Westminster SchoolWhy should I send my child to Westminster School?Westminster offers a superior academic program of exceptional depth and thoroughness in an environment which nourishes excellent personal qualities in each student. Its program is grounded in a well-considered philosophy for raising and educating children, providing a strong partnership for parents who want the best [...]

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Westminster Weekly

Westminster WeeklyThe Westminster Weekly is an e-newsletter that provides weekly updates on happenings at school. Each edition also features a spotlight on at least one graduate and a "food for thought" section with interesting articles and blogs. Please click on the date to view each one. January 18, 2019 District Orchestra, Coordinate Cities, Newseum...   [...]

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Westminster School Magazine

Current  Issue Past  Issues Click on the image to view the magazine.

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Is A Classical Education Relevant

Why Is A Classical Education Relevant In The Digital Age? American children are growing up in the digital age. Many of them spend hours a day looking at screens, including at many schools. On their own time, they dive into the superficial topics and trends of social media and gather information from unverified and often [...]

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Griffin Gazette Summer 2016

Griffin Gazette Summer 2016

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Westminster School
3819 Gallows Rd,
Annandale, VA 22003
703 -256 -3620
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  • Admissions
    • 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
    • Arts
    • Athletics
    • STEAM Program
    • Library & Resources
  • About Us
    • Meet the Head of School
    • Mission & Philosophy
      • Classical Education
      • School Traditions
      • History of Westminster
      • Accreditation
    • School Community
      • Our Staff
      • Board of Trustees
      • Alumni
      • WPC
    • Employment
    • Blog
    • FAQ
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    • Gala & Auction
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