This is a state of the art planetarium projecting from four cameras in 8K; the same level and…read moretechnology that you would find at the planetarium inside Washington, DC's Air & Space Museum, only this one is housed inside the number one high school in the nation. Very impressive! Above the whole room is a large white dome. It starts out lit up like daytime but then the sun sets, the light fades, and the stars appear. The show, The Night Sky and our place in the Cosmos, was approximately 45 minutes. It was very informative, fun and impressive all wrapped in one. We went on a narrated journey through the cosmos with stars, constellations, nebulas, planets, solar systems, and galaxies. Our guide and narrator, Ms. Stewart (the astronomy teacher), did a fantastic job; she made it fun & you just wanted to her keep going so you could keep learning & soaking up as much as you could. The experience was super cool!

It sucks and will burn you out- im a rising senior and let me just say if I could go back, I…read morewould've gone to the Acadamies!!! I am a rising senior class of 25 and please don't come here if you don't like cs(computer science). There are ZERO opportunities if you aren't into cs. Just because our school has a lot of clubs does t mean they are funded correctly.... also if you do end up going against my advice pls don't take bc calculus- that's a terrible idea and it killed my gpa

Popped in here for a Flu Vaccine Clinic & was greeted at the door by some friendly FCPS staff…read moremembers. We made our way to the room & were vaccinated by an INOVA nurse, who was very delightful, & I was able to get a preservative free vaccine so I was a happy camper. This school is also a polling place & had elections going on so there was activity all over despite students being of school/it being a teacher work day. I have no idea what the academic climate is like here, as I don't have any children attending this school, but the actual building itself is very clean & the halls are spacious. It seemed like a great, easy layout for students to navigate & the environment seemed upbeat & inviting.

Best middle school I got is a very good have fun almost no fighting unless the older grades decide…read moreif they have a problem with some body but some kids if they say bad about this school it's because they decide to put themselves in danger by bothering I do everything normally and so far everything's Alright.

this school is outrageous, I sent my son Damion to this school thinking "wow what's the worst that…read morecan happen.." as soon as I sent him its something a mother wouldn't wish on anyone. they shoved him into a locker.. demanded for his lunch money and gave him a wedgie he still thinks about it til this day the absolute nightmares it gave him even go outside without the company of his mother. one star.

Most teachers are nice, but the students are bad and the hallways are not always clean. They also…read moreexclude 6th graders from a lot of activities. That i get though because they are still only 11 and 12. I feel at this age though we should be making them mature more.

The Grand Slam Concession Stand (baseball concession stand) has the usual hit dogs, pizzas and hot…read morechocolates and even cup of noodle, but apparently, they have a supplier of home made empanadas complete with a homemade spicy mayonnaise. These empanadas routinely run out before the game ends because they are THAT good, the volunteers working the stand are some of the friendliest parent volunteers running a concession stand. This is borne out by the fact that there are alumni who sponsor different innings even though they have long moved out of the area. Impressive in so many ways. Most high school concession stands have joyless packaged foods that are the antithesis of homemade. It is a testament to Annandale High School's athletic boosters and specifically their baseball team volunteers to have added this delightful twist to the usual high school concession stand fare.

Stumble upon Annandale HS while going through the trails at a nearby park. The track was nice so we…read moredecided to do a few laps. There are also tennis courts and a basketball court and a playground. All the equipment seemed in good shape and they keep up with the maintenance.

This is the greatest high school named Annandale High School, in the state. At Annandale, the…read morelunch food eats you, you teach the teachers, and you have to carry the bus to school.

Having two school aged children we looked into and toured what felt like every school in NOVA. I…read morecannot more highly recommend ICS. It did take us a few years to get in because we didn't start applying until my kids were in upper elementary and middle school grades but it was worth every second of the wait. The staff is unbelievably kind and supportive, from support staff to teachers to the Administrators. ICS has wonderfully robust programming for a private school. They also create so many opportunities for families to serve and partner with the school. If strong Christian values and character building are at the top of your list for your family in a private school, ICS will exceed all your expectations.

Our son - Cody - enjoys Immanuel Christian School immensely! Now in 6th Grade, he continues to…read morethrive in an environment that focuses on Love of God & Jesus, Education, Family, and Country. The teachers and faculty stand out as World Class and truly care about the children in a manner that makes them feel special as do families. Christian values weave into everything and teach children how live their lives the right way which can't be found in public schools. The academics challenge students beyond all expectations, and our son feels energized to learn and excel. The Strings Orchestra provides a rich musical opportunity for our son whose talent as a violinist shines bright. Athletics and club activities provide many opportunities for additional growth. Our family feels honored to be part of such a special school and community. We most highly recommend ICS for Christian parents who want the very best for their children. Our beloved son deserves the best in life; ICS delivers the best!

It's an incredible school and definitely the best one I've ever gone too I'm lucky to be here.read more

Our son is a rising senior at HGS and we couldn't be happier with the education he has received…read morethere. The teachers are truly exceptional and the Head of School does a fantastic job of leading the school in accomplishing its mission. Erick has always been a joy to work with and I've never met an educator so dedicated to supporting our son's success. (Our son just took a week-long "Maymester" course on game theory with him and LOVED it). If you're looking for a school where your child's talents will be nurtured, values will be shaped, independence will be fostered, and community-engaged citizenship will be encouraged, look no further - HGS is the best school around. At HGS, your child will get honest feedback on their work and will gain the confidence needed to be successful both in and out of the classroom beyond high school. (If you have an artistic child, don't be put off by the lack of art classes. Through internships, "Maymester" classes, and electives, our son has been able to develop a solid portfolio to use in applying for film schools next year). If you're considering HGS but aren't sure if it's the right fit for your child, tour the school and see what you think. Erick and Lizzy (Admissions) can connect you with parents who can talk to you about their experiences. Tell them you'd like to talk to the mom of the rising senior who's planning to go to film school - they'll know who you're talking about and will give you my contact info. Happy to talk with you about how fantastic HGS is! :) Kim

Came here for Base Camp for work. It's a nice size school compared to the middle schools I have…read morebeen in. The staff from APS were really great, informative and supportive in the learning of their educators!

This school is the worst never send your child here if you care about their safety. My son was…read morephysically abused by a staff member and had bruises on his body. When my husband contacted the school the principal didn't show any concern and was more interested in protecting the staff member that was involved and not my child. I will be homeschooling my child from now on at least I will know he will be safe. This school takes no accountability for anything.

Im making this review as an upcoming eighth grade student. This school has it's ups and downs but…read morethat part I really hate about this school is the overly excessive staff or staff that favours certain students over others. (Ms. Mason, Ms. Blanding, Dean Jackson, Counselor Square, Consoler davis,) if your student has any of these teachers or counselors, you may want to ask for a team change. Theyre SO obnoxious and rude. Dean Jackson, Counselors Squre and Davis are supposed to be the "support" of the students but all they do is make situations worser. For example, if someone is getting bullied they would side with the bully if they are "popular." Its so mind blowing. They would praise "bad" students and ignore students who are actually trying to be good in school. Ms mason and Ms. Kireme are just racist. Who tells a black student they love their nappy hair? ( Ms. Mason) and who tells a student to die and that they're stupid and dumb (Ms. Kireme). And guess what? THEYRE NOT FIRED? (Ms blanding is just annoying). Regardless of those horrible staff, the school has a GREAT education system. I really learned alot from teachers like Mr. Rivera, Mr. Toliver, Ms. Fogel, Ms. Lyons, Ms. schober, Ms. Mclean, Ms. Gleason, and Mr. Wilkins. (More good teachers I just never had) You will learn alot if you have teachers that can actually TEACH. Most kids at this school are nice, but a small group can be bullies (staff doesn't do anything about it. Overall, this school is great for their education but horrid from preventing bullying.

First of all the bus was late most of the time. The school is so bad they have to watch us on the…read morebus cameras. They also charge 3 dollars for a slice of pizza. The bus comes at 8:20 and comes to pick us up at 4:15 and dismissal is at 3:15 and one time they left us there till 5:20. They also called an assembly not about how late the buses were but for behavior. Which was bad but also the bus situation is even worse.

As a parent of a Westminster School graduate, I can say with confidence that this institution…read moresignificantly, positively, and permanently influences children's lives. My child, for nine years (K-8), grew up in a caring community dedicated to bringing out the best in every student. Westminster's teachers are passionate about their subjects and truly go the extra mile to help students achieve academic success. Even more importantly, the emphasis of the school, as guided by a devoted administration, is the holistic growth of each child. It starts with the etiquette and respect for one's elders that is expected of all students; it continues with opportunities for enrichment such as taking classes on public speaking. It "ends" with the 8th grade play, the last of nine annual shows in which those who have attended Westminster since kindergarten will have performed a major role and which allows students to blossom into the poised, self-confident, self-aware, and ultimately well-rounded people they have consistently been raised to be. The lessons and impact of Westminster really never end. I cannot tell you how much my son mentions his time at Westminster and thanks its community for building him into who he is today. As an up and coming professional play-by-play broadcaster, he points to the extensive public speaking experience he received at a young age as a key factor in his success. He also often speaks of accomplishing tasks "neatly, completely, and with pride," a Westminster expectation for every student, faculty and administrative staff member of the school. While it may be daunting to think of the cost of a private school K-8 education, Westminster School is extremely competitive and the education your child receives will pay immense dividends throughout the rest of his or her life!

Horrible. Rigid, unreasonably structural, not even remotely understanding of different needs. One…read morelittle girl (middle school age) wasn't allowed to leave her classroom to use the restroom. She actually needed to change her menstrual pad, but couldn't! Another child was denied a water fountain break after playing sports. And I could go on... The school is all about control and the headmaster's ego. And about school plays. . Please, keep your children far far away! There are other excellent private schools in our area and we are also fortunate enough to have very good public schools too.