Private Schools in the DC Metro Area
The private schools in the DC Metro area cater to every educational need and parent philosophy. This is KidsOutAndAbout's list.
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The Field School
At The Field School (Grades 6–12), students discover their passions through an engaging and meaningful project-based curriculum that inspires their curiosity and expands their perspective. Field students learn to be bold, empathetic, and purposeful. They respect all aspects of diversity as they engage in their communities and beyond. Learn about our innovative programs and inclusive community. Plan your visit today!
Lowell School
Lowell School is a progressive co-ed pre-K through 8th-grade school in Washington, DC. We equip children to think critically, engage purposefully, and live authentically by holding true to our values of respect for children, social justice and equity, partnership with families, purposeful academic engagement, and social-emotional competency.
Our academic program is research-based and rooted in an understanding of the developmental stages of cognitive, social, emotional, and physical growth. This understanding informs everything we do and provides the foundation for our students to become intrinsically motivated learners with a strong sense of self-worth and efficacy.
From students to parents to staff, Lowell is a community of engaged learners, constantly growing and seeking to improve.
Please visit our website for more information.
Saint Ann Catholic School
Located in Arlington, VA, Saint Ann Catholic School offers a warm, faith-filled environment where students in Kindergarten through 8th grade are encouraged to Believe, Achieve and Inspire. As a one-track school with one class per grade, Saint Ann provides a close-knit community where every child is known, supported, and challenged to reach their fullest potential. Small class sizes promote personalized attention and meaningful connections between students and teachers. Rooted in Catholic values and academic excellence, Saint Ann nurtures curiosity, leadership, and compassion—preparing students for success in high school and beyond, and inspiring them to make a positive impact in the world.
