Attended my niece's theater competition at this high school. It's a good size and nicely kept…read moreschool, but a bit of a haul to visit from VB! The folks here were nice and friendly, very accommodating. There wasn't much to explore because we just sat in the auditorium to watch the 4 schools' theater groups perform/compete. It was quite a long day, but their auditorium was comfy, except a bit chilly inside. Overall, looks like a nice high school!

Ware Academy has the best teachers! They take the time to know the kids, and although they expect…read morethe students to follow the rules, they are also fair and supportive when a problem comes up. We love this school.

From the owner: Ware Academy is a non-profit, non-denominational, co-educational, independent day school for…read morestudents three years of age through Eighth Grade. Ware Academy empowers each student to achieve academic excellence, emphasizing the development of mind, body and character.

Nestled away in a corner of Williamsburg sits Walsingham Academy.  Why did this hit my radar?  We…read morewere visiting Williamsburg one week before Easter and they were hosting a free easter egg hunt!   The grounds are beautiful!  It also helped that it was a beautiful day.  The sun was shining down on the grounds.  Spring flowers were blooming, the green grass was inviting and easter eggs galore!  It was a simple event.  When approaching the grounds it was cordoned off with tape separating areas for age groups 0-7 years old.  Each area had plenty of eggs for hunting and one Golden Egg.  We were lucky and got our hands on a golden egg!  The winning basket included sidewalk chalk, candy, bubbles and an Easter coloring book.  Thank you Wilsingham Academy for a nice event and a memorable experience.

I went to this school for 6 years and it's been a heck of a long time (10 years to be exact) since…read moreI graduated so there's a chance I could be wrong and it's better and honestly I hope so. Regardless, I lived my days in this school alone because it's so full of cliques that you are either in the crowd or you are living your life alone essentially. I never had any opportunity to have any girlfriends either because I was never given any opportunities to talk to ladies in my class. I honestly don't think the administration tried to discourage the cliques because they made us all wear fancy clothing on Wednesdays for their chapel and yet they never once preached on fellowship or talked about it in the morning studies. Also, they're very strict sometimes about rules so many of them that it's essentially dependent on whether or not your teacher plans to give you a demerit because there's so many rules you will get sent for anything even if it's just a bad word. Even in high school one bad word will get you sent to the administrators office and you'll end up explaining your life away while your classmates have fun. It's way too strict for a Christian school and provides few opportunities to learn the kind of classes that public school offers. Parents please remember at least the last thing that your kids aren't going to be the same educational opportunities that they'd get at the local public schools so you definitely have to see the pros and cons on this one. The teachers are okay don't get me wrong but a school charging for tuition should be thinking of what they're going to do to allow at least the same opportunities as a public school. T

Words can explain how amazing this school is! The teachers and staff are absolutely amazing. They…read moretruly live their children and are so proud of their accomplishments. This school has high parent participation and even encourage it by offering tuition discounts. My son started pre-k here in the 2012-2013 school year. Not only did he have a low student-teacher ratio (14:2) but he even had access to an amazing resource teacher. My son had started the school year slightly behind his classmates but by the end of the year he was exactly where he needed to be. Do not let the price of this school discourage you, because it is worth every penny! My husband had reservations at first about this school but after meeting the teachers, and seeing our son come home excited and loving his teachers he was put at ease. In the pre-k class my child has learned to write, count to 100 (to include skip counting by 10's and 5's), sign language (in fact during their concerts the kids would sing and sign their songs), some Spanish, learned about the caterpillar life cycle, helping at the school, the value of life, Jesus sacrifice. They took multiple field trips to learn about animals, strawberries, the pumpkin patch. You will not find more loving or caring teachers than at this school. The principal is even involved and would play the ukulele for my sons class while they learned songs about the alphabet. If we were not in the military my son would absolutely attend this school until he graduated high school. However I am 100% assured that my son was provided the very best beginning.

We had decided when we had children to homeschool so our children could learn a true biblical world…read moreview. We started at home and then found Stonebridge School. What was so impressive to us was the academic ranking nationally among the students, their maturity, self confidence and strong biblical world view. Add to that the personalized attention by every member of the staff and passion for teaching children we see in the Teachers and staff. I believe they are second to none. Both of my boys have excelled at the school and have a maturity and confidence we don't see in many of their peers who attend public schools. This school is worth a visit and once you come to the campus, meet the leadership and see the kids you'll feel good about becoming part of the Stonebridge family.

Stonebridge school has been nothing short of "fresh air" to me and my family. My kids have both…read morebeen there from Pre K through 4th grade. I went to public school and even substituted in local public schools. This school is night and day different. Stonebridge teaches differently and is very non apologetic about their biblical worldview approach and how they teach Christian Self Government. These are principles that don't and won't get taught in public school. Not only have I been over to ALL of my teacher's homes, I've prayed with them, and they have prayed for me. I've had teachers and parents reach out to me asking for prayer and for help. This doesn't happen in public schools. I also see how the parents are involved in this school. You have to be apart and you are to partner WITH the school to instill these principles into your child life. The school will help with direction, but they desire that you and them partner together to make learning fun and educational. Many parents show up for "special" days at school. I've never seen so much parent involvement and every classroom has a "room parent" where we have been invited over to their house for cookouts. They create facebook forums for us to discuss homework and also prayer requests for the children and faculty. Not only do parents help out in the classroom, but last summer we had a "work day" at the school and countless number of parents showed up to paint and help out around the school. Can you imagine that? Parents who are paying private school tuition willing to show up and WORK at a school for FREE. That's how much parents believe in this place. So We have been at the school for 5 years now and not only that, but I have substituted at ALL grade levels. I can't speak highly enough about the attitude of the kids. I have subbed in public schools and you WILL NOT find students who treat adults the same way. Also the students seem to be very close to each other. They go on trips together from when they are small all the way through their "senior trip". This school has also scored the highest score in the country with their seniors the last 2 years in a row for having a "biblical worldview". My wife and I both work in Greenbrier and were driving back and forth to Stonebridge. We both love the school so much that we decided to sell our house and move down the street from Stonebridge. Stonebridge has become a family away from family. We have invested in it and believe in it. It may not be for everyone and is it perfect? NO....Nothing is. But if you're looking for a solid education that is founded in biblical principles, a place for your child to make meaningful and long lasting relationships in life, a place where teachers really care and parents are involved, a place for you as parents to plug in and make many life long friendships; Then Stonebridge is the place for you.

My son is a currently a sophomore, class of 2028, at Christchurch School (CCS).  He entered the…read moreschool as a new student and toured the school the summer before his sophomore year.  Upon arriving at the campus and walking around, he told his father that he liked the hilltop setting and how it overlooked the Rappahannock River, and that the sailing program intrigued him. So as a new sophomore, he took a "leap of faith" and decided to participate in the "learn to sail" program.  Coach Deane and the sailing staff welcomed him into the fold and within a short period of time, he was a sailor.  He sailed in his first regatta and truly fell in love with sailing and plans to continue with the sailing program in the spring.  Currently, he's playing JV basketball, and the coaches have been excellent.  They encourage and develop their players.  Basketball games are well attended, and there is plenty of spirit from other students and staff in the bleachers.  I had the opportunity to witness this for myself when I attended one of their home games and saw the stands full of cheering CCS fans.  My husband had the same experience during a home football game.  He said the excitement was electric and came away with the acknowledgment that the school has done a great job at getting students to support each other.  Another unique element to CCS is their weekly chapel service, where you see young men and women nicely dressed in their blue blazers and orange and navy striped ties.  It's a great way to build a sense of community, while also offering a spiritual component and fostering pride and respect in one's appearance.  When I see the pictures from chapel days, it always puts a smile on my face. Regarding classes, our son has had positive feedback about his teachers and advisor, Mr. Chafey.  Many staff on campus are alums, and they are there because of their passion for the school.  There are a wide offering of classes and some unique opportunities like his "Design and Technology" class.  Our son really enjoys this offering because he appreciates the "hands on" and "thinking outside the box" learning.  In reference to the school's future, the Head of School, Billy Coyle, has done an excellent job putting CCS in a strong financial position and has really made a difference since his arrival in July 2022 with his detail and determination.  It's a special place, and you can truly see that when students are walking around campus.  They are smiling and interacting with other students and faculty, and that is what makes a small boarding school so special and intimate.  In addition, we have had a positive experience with our son's dorm parents as well.  JP and Esther Stitt are the perfect combination of parental oversight and "safe space" communication.  They welcome students in a way that seems open and understanding, all while being mindful of the entire group of students.  We trust that they have every student's best interest at heart.   Lastly, the school has done well bringing in new students with Billy Burlee spearheading Admissions.  Billy exudes CCS pride and makes prospective students interested with his calm demeanor and clear communication.  My son really enjoyed touring the school with Billy because he didn't try to "sell the school" but instead let the school sell itself and was more than happy to answer any questions.  The school is currently around 260 students and bustling.  All the sports programs are gaining more and more success, and we appreciated how the school is open to having students consider a sport they may not have played before.  They encourage students who play soccer to try basketball or try sailing if they've never sailed before.  It's a supportive environment where being a part of something is the priority, and although winning is a highly desirable goal, it's not the school's end all, be all.  That said, this coming May, CCS will host the National Sailing Championship, and that's a big accomplishment.  We are looking forward to having many guests on campus and showing off our beautiful facilities, amazing students, and talented staff.  I highly recommend considering Christchurch School if you are looking for a special boarding school experience for your son or daughter.  The friendships made at boarding school are unique and last a lifetime, and at CCS you can certainly see why this is true.

Our son Liam joined Christ Church School as a reclassed junior after attending public school his…read moreentire life, and our experience has been exceptional. While he has always earned solid grades, he never truly enjoyed school--until now. Since coming to CCS, he genuinely loves learning, speaks positively about all of his teachers, and looks forward to returning when he's home. The academic program is rigorous yet manageable, with strong supports in place. Learning feels purposeful, and Liam has grown tremendously in confidence, independence, and preparation for college. What truly sets CCS apart is the community. The students are kind and welcoming, and Liam feels seen, supported, and valued by faculty and staff. That sense of belonging has made all the difference. As parents--and educators--we are deeply grateful for the care, leadership, and commitment that define Christ Church School.

This 100-year old Episcopal boarding and day school for girls has a beautiful campus right on the…read moreRappahannock River. The school enrolls grades 8-12 and postgraduate and offers a challenging STEAM curriculum that incorporates environmental stewardship and history out on the river. SMS has 13 different sports and an equestrian club. Girls attend chapel 2x a week. The idyllic setting and small class sizes provide students with a very special experience.

The school was very nice and beautiful! I only visited for the band camp once as a guest and the…read moreband hall looked great as well! Loved seeing beautiful trees and butterflies on the way to band hall!

They do not help your kids at all. If they see that your child is failing that don't care or ask if…read morethey need help!!! I recommend relocating your child to a different school.

The bathrooms are disgusting. One day I was sweeping the halls, as i usually do, when an abnormally…read morelarge turd cigar started winking out my chocolate sphincter. I rushed to the bathroom as fast as I possibly could. When I walked in the bathroom, it smelled like corpses and mustard gas. The smell was so repulsive I immediately projectile vomited all over the custodian. Needlessly to say he was not happy. After this, I remembered I had to remove the contents of my intestines into the white bowl below me. Sweet Mary Jesus, when I was done it looked like Antonio Brown tossed a football straight into the porcelain field goal. I should be awarded for that, I mean, It was gargantuan. Oh yea, The bathrooms are nasty. One star.