The Field School is an amazing learning environment. My daughter started in 7th grade after…read moreattending a very traditional school which was stifling for her. The Field School allowed her to thrive by focusing on her strengths and talents and allowing her to apply hands on learning to the larger community and world through the internship program and mentoring younger students. Amazing learning environment. Cannot recommend highly enough!!!!!

Field has been a life-changing school for my daughter (who just entered the 6th grade there this…read morepast fall). From Day 1, the faculty and other students made her feel at home and a part of the community. Many schools encourage students to bring their "whole selves" into the school but Field really means it. The community is tight-knit and there is so much JOY at the school. The art and theater are incredible and the sports have been a great experience for my daughter, with the older girls on the team guiding & supporting the younger girls. The academics have also blown me away. The teachers are engaging, supportive, and fun. And they go deep into their subjects. The faculty not only has a great sense of the students' academic lives, but of their social-emotional lives, as well, and they work hard to make sure the students are thriving in ALL areas of life. We feel so grateful to have found Field! It is truly a special place.

My first grader goes to Maret, and it's such a lovely community. It definitely has the vibe of a DC…read moreelite school without the elitism. My daughter came from a Montessori program which was very self-guided, and the transition to Maret - which naturally has more structure - has been really well received by her. The school's pedagogy preserves the importance of agency in its students, something that will be critical for Generation Alpha kids with access to LLMs that can do anything for them. My sense from conversations with the high schoolers is that self-worth (not self-flagellation) is prioritized as students enter the rat race for college; excellence is expected, but it's not designed to be an unhealthy pressure cooker.

My name is Henry. I'm in 1st grade and I want to leave a review about my school. It's the best…read more It's very fun. They help you learn. There are a lot of resource classes. And it is the best. I didn't like when I saw it had three stars so please help them get more stars.

An absolute gem in the heart of Georgetown. The teachers are incredible and balance being nuturing…read morewhile encouraging independence. My daughter attended for three years and was not only incredibly competent but very self-assured starting Kindergarten. My son currently attends and has grown by leaps and bounds year over year, he loves going to school every morning--the most important indicator of an amazing establishment! The teachers are tenured and the parent group is inclusive and fun! We consider ourselves very fortunate to be a part of the GMS community!

Amazing school with dedicated, experienced teachers who create an ideal place for preschoolers to…read morelearn and develop life skills

It's a safe environment for your kids. Foxhall is a lovely family friendly neighborhood. I love the…read moreconstant pictures and videos we get throughout the day from the school. Also, I love that the children have a great outdoor field/nature space to explore. Indoors- the science, math, and reading are top notch. I love how my daughter's confidence has soared here.

I love MSOW! The owner and staff take great care of the little ones and the academia is top-tier! I…read morehighly recommend this school in a heart beat!

My son (in middle school) applied to only two high schools, St Albans and TJ (Thomas Jefferson…read moreSchool for Science and Tech. (Fairfax Co. public)). Accepted by both, the choice was obvious. He loves STA (although all in his class received "5's" on state Calculus AP exams, his instructor thought not good enough, awarding only "B's"and "C's to to these "underachievers all"). Although not permitted to identify same, he/she is not atypical of the group entrusted my son, they expecting, regardless of product presented, more. Dispirited at first, upon reflection it to me is becoming apparent that Saint Albans (a private ( non-public) secondary education provider) is without peer in the "mid-atlantic region" (whatever that means) for a young man's education (look at NCS if you are of a different persuasion (#2, but nearly equal in quality)). Not to discredit Georgertown Prep, St. Anselm's, TJ, Sidwell or Landon, but when your child verbally rebels, but cannot intelligently articulate his/her rationale therefor, then he (or she at NCS) is not a Saint Albans product, from which the kid returns home with an "A" and complains (unlike those otherwised schooled) " Yes, it's an A, but I could have done better". Only at STA. Good, Better, Best, BESTED. St. Albans=Excellence+.

From the owner: St. Albans School is an independent college preparatory school for boys in grades 4-12, located in…read moreWashington, D.C. The school is named after Saint Alban, traditionally regarded as the first British martyr. Within the St. Albans community, the school is commonly referred to as "S-T-A." It enrolls approximately 575 boys from grades 4 through 12 and is located on the grounds of the Washington National Cathedral on Mount St. Alban in Washington. The school was founded in 1909 by Harriet Lane Johnston, niece of President James Buchanan, as a school for boy choristers to the Washington National Cathedral, a program that the school continues today. The St. Albans motto, "Pro Ecclesia et Pro Patria," translates to "For Church and Country." Check out St. Albans on Facebook and Twitter: https://www.facebook.com/stalbansschool @StAlbans_STA

As a first-time parent and new DC resident, I was completely overwhelmed with the PK3 application…read moreprocess--I missed every deadline and felt like I'd dropped the ball. Desperate to give my daughter some kind of experience, I signed her up for Camp Berry, where we met Jennifer Berry, who is an absolute gem, and has been involved with The Children's House of Washington since the day they opened their doors. My daughter loved the camp so much that I decided to take a chance and ask about enrolling her in PK3 at CHOW that fall. From the moment we met Executive Director Monica Brewer and Assistant Director Valerie Valentine, we felt an instant connection. They truly listened to our concerns and welcomed us with open arms. This school is filled with so much love, fostering a nurturing environment where kids are encouraged to learn through exploration. Each child is seen as an individual, and the teachers guide them in a way that feels both personalized and engaging. I'll admit, I knew next to nothing about Montessori education going in, but I'm so glad we kept an open mind. The growth, joy, and confidence we've seen in our daughter since starting at CHOW has been remarkable. This school is a true neighborhood treasure, and I'm beyond grateful that we found it. If you're looking for a warm, hands-on, and inspiring place for your little one to grow, look no further than The Children's House of Washington!

Children's House of Washington (CHOW) has been an incredibly positive experience for our 4 year old…read morewho has been in the preschool and aftercare programs for 1.5 years to date (plus summer camp both years). The curriculum is exactly what my wife and I were hoping from a Montessori and a diverse group of students (and parents) from all around the world! There is a cozy feel to the class which provides individualized attention while enjoying the vitality and "kid-ness" of having a group of peers to play, play, play! We are thrilled with our son's progress in math, reading and reasoning (saying something for a 4 year-old!) and know he is getting a good foundation for learning and that learning is fun. We are looking forward to the 2017-18 school year and I am happy to discuss if you have interest.

On the campus of a private elementary school connected to the Washington National Cathedral is one…read moreof the city's best playgrounds. If you're a parent of a child between the ages of 2-8, this is the place to be...when it's open to the public. Here are all the details: 1) Hours: It's open when school is not in session. That means on weekends and during school breaks. (Check their website for their break schedule. For example, Winter Break 2021 ran from December 18th through January 2nd.) A few neighbors report it's open during the week in the evening. 2) Space: It's one large, tiered open area completely fenced in. There's a large turf area perfect for running around or soccer. There are different levels with plenty of areas to sit for parents. 3) Equipment: The most popular items are the zip line, a two-level fast slide and a rope tunnel course. They also have swings, lots of climbing equipment, a wooden bear, gargoyles art, a bear cave, two sand pits and so much more. My four-year-old daughter spends hours here without ever getting bored. 4) Parking: There's a small parking lot at the school. If it's full, easy street parking nearby can be found. One thing I didn't see while there are bathrooms. If you really need to go, walk north along nearby Wisconsin Avenue to local restaurants.

This elementary school is the best, there are so many activities for kids to do and they will have…read moreso much fun at beauvoir!!!

Best school ever! Top school that values children, that offers opportunities to students and works…read morewith each child individually bringing the best out of it! It offers the IB program, a world wide accepted program with a global view of the world, and the top educational approach to learning: Project Zero (from Harvard Graduate school of Education). It is a truly international school with international families and teachers as well as American, offering 3-4 languages and an excellent language immersion program in French and Spanish. Its diverse student population always excels and its rigorous academic program can compete with any school in the world! It is the only school in town of its kind. My daughter graduated from WIS and she loved it and I taught there myself in the past. I loved it as a parent and teacher, and I have taught in 4 continents and many schools around the world!

Unfriendly environment, snobbish people who only focus on how much money you can bring to the…read moreschool. If you have any issue, they will just ignore you or try to get you out of the school.

This is the best school I have ever encountered. This is coming from a teacher. The staff is…read moreamazing and we know that because the teachers have taught my sons friends parents. My son is 3. When a school can keep a teacher 20 plus years that speaks volume to the leadership and the school. Transparent- news letters, weekly events with kids and families. Student focused and student autonomy. Society often forgets we are raising people here that need to understand conflict resolution, and be able to think freely for themselves. Diverse- both teachers, staff, and students from so many different backgrounds. My only wish is I could keep my son here for K-12. The environment School For Friends created is truly intentional. In todays world its truly amazing to know this place exist.

My son developed child depression in this school due to mistreatment by the staff. The program does…read moreNOT provide a happy, kind, and nurturing place for children. The director of the program is excellent at marketing, using big (but empty) jargons that sound nice on paper but mean nothing; we had several meetings with her about our child but at the end realize that every child is only a $$ for her and we pulled our son out of this program. I seriously warn you against this place.