The Village School is a research-based, project-focused independent school. Instead of standardized tests that reward rote memorization of facts, our learning design nurtures each child's wonder, creativity, and innate desire to learn.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Alternative School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 77 students
- Yearly Tuition: $17,500
- Application Deadline: Feb. 9
- Source: Verified school update
School Overview
School Type
School Membership(s)School Assoc.
Religious Affiliation
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
ADD/ADHD Support
Yes
Year Founded
2018
Student Body
Total Students
77 students
Student Body Type
Co-ed
% Students of Color
32%
State avg.: 31%
Students by Grade
Academics and Faculty
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
National avg.:
% Faculty w/Advanced Degree
42%
Classroom Dress Code
Casual
Tuition and Acceptance Rate
Admission Deadline
Feb. 9
Yearly Tuition Cost
$17,500
Tuition Notes
$20,000 for Spark Studio (PreK-2), $18,500 for Discovery and Adventure Studios (3-8)
% on Financial Aid
10%
Admissions Director
Maria Vogelei
Admissions Associate
Lauren Quinn
Application URL
School Notes
- School should be a place where each child thrives, discovers their passions, and finds their purpose. The Village School is a research-based, project-focused independent school. Instead of standardized tests that reward rote memorization of facts, our learning design nurtures each child's wonder, creativity, and innate desire to learn.
- We place young people at the center of their education by giving them agency in their learning. Guided by a team of talented educators, committed families, and community mentors, Village School learners are encouraged to discover, through hands-on and real-world experiences, what they can individually contribute to the world around them.
Source: Verified school update
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does The Village School cost?
The Village School's tuition is approximately $17,500 for private students.
What schools are The Village School often compared to?
The Village School is often viewed alongside schools like Rivendell School by visitors of our site.
When is the application deadline for The Village School?
The application deadline for The Village School is Feb. 9.
Nearby 91黑料s
Popular comparisons: The Village School vs. Rivendell School
The nearest high school to The Village School is Bishop Denis J. Oconnell High School (0.9 miles away)
The nearest elementary school and preschool is The Village School (0.0 miles away)
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6201 Washington Blvd
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 650-8629
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 650-8629
- miles
Gr: PK-8 Avg. class size: 25 students Extracurrculars: 3 Tuition listed
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2410 N. Kensington Street
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 532-1200
Arlington, VA 22205
(703) 532-1200
0.6 miles
Gr: K-8 Avg. class size: 16 students Tuition listed
6600 Little Falls Rd
Arlington, VA 22213
(703) 237-1400
Arlington, VA 22213
(703) 237-1400
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103 W. Columbia St.
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 534-5730
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 534-5730
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Kaye Kare
Daycare / Preschool
384 N Washington St
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 237-9454
Falls Church, VA 22046
(703) 237-9454
1 miles
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