Of all public elementary schools in this community, Annandale Terrace is the true shining gem of…read morethe community. The teachers and administrative staff are attentive and up to date with their students. I have never experienced any issues with anyone regarding 504 plans or IEPs. In addition, the principle seems incredibly knowledgeable- which is refreshing. She demonstrates true concern for the betterment of her students and ensures that their best interest is at heart. The teachers I've encountered have been nothing short of encouraging and motivating. This school provided such a positive experience. I knocked off one star only because of the constant calls we received in the evenings regarding fundraisers, PTA meetings, etc. it wasn't all that big of a deal at first but it eventually got to me (so Sorry! I am Sure there was a way to opt out but we didn't know how)! Otherwise, we were happy to have had our son attend ATES.

My daughter goes here. Its a very small school for what I'm used to in this area. The cafeteria…read moredoubles as the auditorium and, I believe, the gym. The admins and teachers all seem wonderfully pleasant, and the kids that leave in the afternoon when I go to pick up mine all seem very happy. The assistant principal is especially sweet; I speak to her briefly most mornings. The school does seem a bit iffy on extracurricular activities. There are some; my daughter is currently in an after school art program. However, availability seems to be intricately tied to the husband/wife led PTO's funding and approval. This seems to lead to a lot of talking about activities, but little response when asked for details. We tried to volunteer for a host of activitiesast year, but never heard back. Perhaps if we went to more PTO meetings, that might change, but the one I did go to left me feeling as though the open policy was one of "come in and see how we do things," rather than "come in and participate." I don't know how common this is. We had PTAs when I grew up. Still, the school itself shows a lot of promise. I'm pleased as punch that they still provide art, music, and PE in this day and age. I feel safe sending my daughter in each morning, and even try to volunteer whenever I can.

I am a member of the class of 2025 and I want to share what four years here have felt like from the…read moreinside. The biggest problem is consistency. Rules exist in the handbook but they rarely get enforced in daily life. Students notice this quickly. When deadlines get ignored and consequences rarely follow, effort drops. Many classmates stopped studying because they know they will still pass. Instead of learning material, a lot of students copy work from each other or rely on AI tools to finish assignments and even quizzes. The environment slowly trains people to aim for completion instead of understanding. Teaching quality also varies a lot. Some teachers explain clearly and care about whether students understand. Others rush through slides, assign work without context, and move on whether anyone gets it or not. When students feel lost and no one checks in, they stop asking questions. Over time classes turn into grade management instead of education. Students memorize short term facts, submit work, and forget it immediately after. Lunch is another daily frustration. Prices are high compared to portion size and quality. Meals often feel closer to convenience food than something prepared fresh. I got sick after eating there once and several friends have said the same. The cafeteria also only has two microwaves. Because many students bring food from home, lines stack up fast. Waiting ten minutes is normal and arguments happen over who was first. I have seen people push in front of others and threaten them over a place in line. Staff rarely step in unless it becomes loud. Substance use happens more often than people expect from a private school. Students leave class claiming they need the restroom and go vape or smoke. It is common knowledge which bathrooms people use for this. Yet students almost never get caught. When problems do surface, they tend to disappear quietly. Discipline does not always feel equal either. Some students face harsh punishment while others seem protected. There are also situations where administration response feels more focused on avoiding attention than addressing behavior. Incidents get handled internally and rarely discussed openly with the student body. Because of this, rumors spread and trust drops. Students start believing rules depend on who you are instead of what you did. Tuition is another major concern. The yearly cost is close to college level unless families meet certain religious qualifications for a lower rate. At the same time, resources inside the school do not always match the price. The campus added a new building recently and money feels tight in other areas. Programs shrink, teachers leave, and students notice classes getting larger or combined. From the outside the school looks structured and high achieving. Tours highlight facilities, uniforms, and college acceptance banners. Daily life feels different. Many students focus on getting by instead of improving. Cheating is common, discipline feels uneven, and basic services like lunch and supervision struggle to keep up. After four years here, my honest view is simple. The school has potential and some great teachers, but the overall experience does not match the cost or reputation. Families looking at it should talk to current students and not rely only on appearances.

Let me preface this by saying that I am a senior at PVI in the class of '25. I am not writing this…read moreout of hate, but of experience. Most of the teachers here never enforce rules, nor do they teach in a way that students can easily understand. This latency leads to many students developing (if not already developed) an entitlement ideology, which leads to them using things like chatgpt in order to cheat on assignments and tests because they don't feel like they need to complete them. The cafeteria food is overpriced, not safe for regular consumption, and not that good. I got food poisoning one day because I had something from the cafeteria. They also only have 2 microwaves in the cafeteria for those who wish to reheat food, leading people to either over-pack microwaves or wait upwards of 10 minutes at a time to get their food. I was even threated by another student that he would "slime me" because I wouldn't give him my spot in the microwave line. They have a large drug problem, kids often get out of classes to smoke or vape or huff in the bathrooms, and are not usually caught. The only way this doesn't get out to the public is because they are scarily good at covering up the bad stuff here. During my freshman year one of the male juniors had sex with a female freshman in one of the confessionals and when the school administration found out, only the freshman was expelled and the situation was covered up. The charge what is worth of a college (More than $22k per year), unless you are both baptized and confirmed (I believe it is around $12k per year). They are in a great state of debt due to their latest purchase of a new building and will do anything (including firing a teacher) in order to avoid getting sued. All in all, do not go to this school. Its education prowess is at the same level as a regular, public high school. Most of its students cheat on tests and do not care about having sex or doing drugs at school. It costs outrageous amounts of money and will cover up any discourse in its property. It is all empty looks with nothing going on behind the scenes

They dont care about anyone st the dchool, they are unfair, the staff is mean, the kids are always…read moresmoking in the bathroom and they just want us out. Overall my child is much happier at thouro now. I am just very disappointed in kilmers actions and i hope they reflect on this review. Also they always would put indoor recces and lunches. They took away the basketball hoops for lunches so its not the same, hence why we transferd. Go Eagles

I like how much the kids get to socialize even in times of this pandemic. My child has made really…read moregood friends and there is limited drama. The counselors there are very involved and will help a student out with any problems. Kilmer is an overall amazing school to put your children in and I 100% recommend it.

I love this school I only was here for one year and but best teachers and staff and principal hard…read moreworking making a difference in the world and but they need to UPGRADE inside and outside of the building seriously it hasn't been updated ever! It is time UPGRADE everything inside and out from the small things to big things plus have us travel leave about different cultures and make a difference in the community and need to volunteer at different organizations for all the kids and go to zoo's so we should help animals save them and some ideas and plus time to upgrade are Field we need to volunteer at animal shelters so we have then save them adopt them too seriously plus more museums learn about the cultures and plus work in food banks service those in need seriously so that we can help feel good about what we are doing for our community that is starting with kids teens and young adults I am just giving some more ideas to help expand the mind of the High schools middle plus elementary schools seriously and make sure all kids with disabilities get to experience the same things as normal students do too. We need to have famous celebrities coming to our schools so we can learn and ask questions plus teach us what not to do in life NO DRUGS NO DRINKING! Have our police and fire fighters need to come every few weeks and so we can remember things. We need have a day dedicated those with special needs and disabilities at broad run High school I miss you so much and my second home thank you so for everything I learned and plus come with students to Loudoun therapeutic ridding center help volunteer learn with clean and lead horses and etc clean the barn paint etc. Love Lauren

Great school! Small class sizes support the individual attention given to each child. The college…read morecouneslor begins working with the students in 8th grade which leads to an amazing college acceptance list. Kids develope character through the program as well as a strong academic base preparing them for college. And of course, the campus is beautiful!!

The two negative reviews of The Wakefield School are so bizarre! I think the reviewers…read moreare bogus, or they have the wrong Wakefield School. The one in The Plains , Virginia Is an outstanding school (lower school, Middle and high school). The school has a diverse population of bright, enthusiastic students and teachers. The Head Master is supportive and is always ready to meet with parents to help with any concerns parents or students may have. The curriculum is challenging and creative. My granddaughter was enrolled in order to benefit from small classes and stimulating courses. It is the best decision our family has ever made! As a former teacher, I recommend it highly! PAt C.

I love this school! All schools need to follow Liberty Middle School's lead! They have amazing…read morestaff, faculty, after school program, and most of all, the Assistant Principal, Ms. Natalie Lissy, is incredible! She goes out of her way to meet the needs of the parents and the students. I'm proud my son attends Liberty, and I can't wait for my other two little ones to enter middle school!

Im a student at this school, and i absolutely love it! The teachers are amazing, the principal is…read morethe kindest guy you will ever meet! The class options are cool! I'm proud to be a Liberty Lion! And you won't regret sending your child here!!

My daughter has been going to The Boyd School Herndon for nearly 19 months. I can't say enough…read moregood things about this school. The director of this school is truly passionate about making this school the very best it can be. Any issues or feedback I have had in the past were always welcomed and resolved almost immediately. The director is engaged in your child's progress and wants to help each child meet their full potential. The teachers are wonderful, providing feedback on your child's progress regularly. I had some issues with my child at home and not only did they give me suggestions, they were willing to come and observe at my house. This is not your typical school. I am grateful that my daughter has such a wonderful environment to grow and learn.

I agree with the first reviewer about the school being closed too often, especially in the winter…read more Fairfax County Public Schools close frequently although on days that there are no reasons to be closed (the snow was already over and the roads were perfectly fine), and the Boyd School follows the Public Schools decisions. Public Schools are free so parents have to put up with it, but we pay a hefty tuition for a private school, we expect better. In addition to that, they close on many other occasions such as two weeks on Christmas, one week for Spring Break, teacher's service day, and more. My daughter is currently going there and I'm considering other options because of this. In terms of staff and curriculum, it's just okay. The teacher - student ratio there is quite high for the 3-6 year-old class (10 to 1). Considering how high the tuition is, the ratio should be lower. Overall the school is quite inflexible. If you want to cancel the contract, you have to notify them 3 MONTHS IN ADVANCE, which is an awefully long time to wait if you are not happy with the arrangements there.