Private School Reviews by I AM Modern Magazine
for Northern Virginia and Metro DC

Northern Virginia Private Schools Spring 2010

Written by I AM TEAM
Wednesday, 27 January 2010 14:05
The following is a list of private schools (preschool to 12th grade) as identified by our readers. The directory includes basic information including how to contact or research the school. Please check directly with the schools to verify all data, as information is subject to change. Did we miss one of your favorites? Please let us know: This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it ACCOTINK ACADEMY PRESCHOOL AND KINDERGARTEN 6215 Rolling Road,Springfield VA accotinkacademy.com 703.451.5797 Focus: For 3 year olds through kindergarten Tuition: Contact school for breakdown of tuition Philosophy: “Designed to teach those developmentally appropriate skills that are necessary for the child to succeed at a higher level of learning through a structured / non-structured environment.” AD FONTES ACADEMY This school has more than one campus in Centreville, VA. Please contact the school or check their website. adfontes.com 703.673.1145 Focus: An independent, classical Christian education, college preparatory, grades K-12 Student Teacher Ratio: 12:1. Typical class size is 13. Tuition: Depending on grade level $7,100-$8,650 Philosophy: “Ad Fontes is firmly committed to a fully Christ-centered education. Equally dedicated to teaching our children how to learn, how to think and how to speak...”
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BeanTree Learning

Written by I AM TEAM
Tuesday, 08 September 2009 11:31
BeanTree Learning is a privately owned and operated Creative Campus for Children serving families in Ashburn and Chantilly, Virginia. Since opening its first location in 2005, BeanTree Learning has become known as Northern Virginia’s premier private school for children. Offering age-appropriate curriculum and care for infants through preschoolers, BeanTree also provides outstanding academic programs for school-age children with Full-Day Kindergarten course offerings, Before/After School and Holiday and Summer Camps for children ages 5 through 12.
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Nysmith School

Written by I AM TEAM
Monday, 16 February 2009 19:00
Head of School: Kenneth Nysmith - This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Religious affiliation: None Basic Background: Established in 1983 Accredited by NIPSA (National Association of Independent Schools) SACS(Southern Association of Colleges and Schools) CASI (Council on Accreditation and School Improvement) Mission Statement: The mission of the Nysmith School is to provide an environment where the love of learning is fostered, nurtured, and stimulated. To ensure that every child is challenged in all subjects the limits of their potential are fulfilled. To help the children find happiness in themselves and unique qualities of others. Teacher/Student Information: Total student population is 723 and the ratio of teachers to students are: Beginners- 7:1 PreK - 8:1 K-6^th - 9:1 7-8^th grade- 10:1
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Trinity School at Meadow View

Tuesday, 02 December 2008 11:13
Information Nights: Personal Tours and Shadow Days, year-round Headmaster: Andrew J. Zwerneman; This e-mail address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it Mr. Zwerneman has been Headmaster of Trinity School at Meadow View for 10 years and has been with Trinity Schools since 1983. In addition, he continues to teach the 12th grade boys’ Humane Letters class. His credentials include an M.A. in Government and International Relations from the University of Notre Dame, an M.A. in Catholic Doctrine from St. John’s University and a B.A. in History from the University of Notre Dame.
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Dominion Academy | School Reviews

Written by I AM TEAM
Tuesday, 20 May 2008 07:44
School mission statement: The mission of Dominion Academy is to nurture and educate children – in partnership with their parents and church – to become mature spiritually, academically, socially, and physically, to the glory of God. Mission Statement:Dominion Academy, a private, non-denominational Christian school located at Leesburg Community Church, opened in the fall of 1997. The school was founded by families from the church community who understood the need for a school that could provide superior academic instruction in a Christian environment. God has blessed Dominion Academy and allowed it to grow as a beacon of light in the Leesburg area. The school offers classes for Jr. Kindergarten through fifth grade as well as a fully departmentalized Middle School for grades six through eight.
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Ideal Schools

Written by I AM TEAM

Tuesday, 08 April 2008 15:01

Principal and Founder: Deep Sran, Esq., Ph.D.

Basic Background: Ideal Schools its opening Loudoun County's first and only independent co-ed high school in September 2008. We offer a high-tech, project-based curriculum in a small school setting, to engage and challenge students through individualized instruction, and to create a supportive environment where every student succeeds.

Mission Statement: To provide the finest high school education possible

Teacher/Student Information: In 2008, we are admitting students for grades 9 and 10. We will serve grades 9-12 in two years. There will be no more than 12 students in each classroom. All of our teachers are highly qualified in their academic areas and enthusiastic about teaching.

Tuition and other costs: For applications received by May 31, 2008, tuition is $16,000 per year, fixed for up to 4 years. Our regular annual tuition is $20,000, which compares favorably with comparable northern Virginia private high schools, where tuition ranges from $21,000 to over $31,000.

Regional Makeup: Most of our students come from Loudoun County.

What makes Ideal Schools unique? Ideal Schools offers a unique and superior approach to high school, and to our knowledge, there is no high school like this--opened with the sole purpose of providing the finest high school education possible--anywhere.
Ideal Schools - Grades 9 and 10 in September 2008
44675 Cape Court, No. 105, Ashburn, VA 20147 (703) 729-2766
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