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Intentional
Devoting extraordinary developmental expertise to the foundational years
Balanced
Creating a curriculum that develops every child’s intellect and
emotional acuity
Ambitious
Equipping all students to confidently fulfill their passion and purpose
Compassionate
Shaping morally driven
citizens of the world
Attentive
Investing in each child’s curiosity, potential, and individuality
Inclusive
Building a supportive, diverse,
engaged community
Joyful
Fostering uncommonly optimistic, grounded, energetic young people
Welcome to Langley
A Coed Preschool to Grade 8 Day School in McLean, VA
The Langley School fosters purposeful inquiry-based and social-emotional learning for children in preschool through grade 8 in a joyful, connected community. We empower all students as curious, confident, and resilient leaders, thinkers, and creators. Since our founding in 1942, our impact has been evident in the unique accomplishments and meaningful contributions of our students, graduates, and educators.
Langley at a glance
Grounded in a deep respect for childhood, we offer an exceptional community and an inquiry-based academic curriculum paired with a unique social-emotional learning program for students in preschool through grade 8.
7:1 student/teacher ratio
$2.3 million granted in financial aid to 18% of the student body
73% of lead teachers hold advanced degrees
43% of students identify as a person of color
80 faculty members
520 students enrolled
testimonials
"You have created an incredible environment and we left our tour feeling absolutely joyful about the prospect of our child growing and learning within your walls!"
“Our children love to go to school every day. The teachers and administrative staff are great and care about our children academically, socially, and emotionally."
“We switched our kids over from public school a few years ago and couldn't be happier with The Langley School. ”
“Langley truly is a community working towards creating thoughtful learners and thoughtful citizens. This school is committed to nurturing not only the brain, but also the heart and spirit of each student.”
“Fantastic school! Excellent teachers, nurturing environment, engaged community. Our son is thriving here!"
“Such a great school. Supportive, creative, individual attention, sweet atmosphere, amazing teachers."
“Our family has appreciated the one-on-one conversations with teachers and staff helping us identify the optimal schools for our children for their Life After Langley."
News and Events
News
![Third Grade Learns About Animal Rescue]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1736540147/langley/eigekxuwwahltxkoxq7r/3rdDogCatRescue.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1736540147/langley/eigekxuwwahltxkoxq7r/3rdDogCatRescue.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1736540147/langley/eigekxuwwahltxkoxq7r/3rdDogCatRescue.jpg","width":800}])
Third-graders enjoyed a visit from the executive director of the Lost Dog & Cat Rescue Foundation. Students will assist the foundation through a variety of projects such as filling Kong pet toys with treats, writing essays to help pets get adopted, and making notes for foundation volunteers.
![Students make sandwiches]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734643020/langley/xukzxbqktoqydnge3awh/BuddySandwiches.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734643020/langley/xukzxbqktoqydnge3awh/BuddySandwiches.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734643020/langley/xukzxbqktoqydnge3awh/BuddySandwiches.jpg","width":800}])
As part of their year-long service learning focus on food insecurity, kindergarten and eighth-grade buddies came together to make around 450 cheese sandwiches and 450 bags of trail mix for the local nonprofit, Martha’s Table, that supports area residents in need.
![Student poses with heritage project]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734642885/langley/cna6yqjbimrkqim2qcx0/2ndHeritage.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734642885/langley/cna6yqjbimrkqim2qcx0/2ndHeritage.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734642885/langley/cna6yqjbimrkqim2qcx0/2ndHeritage.jpg","width":800}])
Second-graders celebrated the completion of their culture and heritage unit with family and friends. Students shared their culminating research project in which they interviewed someone from a country of their choosing.
![Students watch art demonstration]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734642373/langley/hb2qlsz38xlc4ooo3c8d/Phillips.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734642373/langley/hb2qlsz38xlc4ooo3c8d/Phillips.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734642373/langley/hb2qlsz38xlc4ooo3c8d/Phillips.jpg","width":800}])
Langley artists in grades kindergarten, 4, and 8 are partnering with The Phillips Collection to create a work of art that will be displayed at the museum. The piece will connect to the Timeless Mucha exhibit about artist Alphonse Mucha, beginning in February.
![Students playing band instruments]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1734642650/langley/upwgh53p9ssycnv12nwt/MSWinterConcert.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1734642650/langley/upwgh53p9ssycnv12nwt/MSWinterConcert.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1734642650/langley/upwgh53p9ssycnv12nwt/MSWinterConcert.jpg","width":800}])
The December 12 Middle School winter concert featured festive selections from our choral, strings, and band ensembles. Congratulations to our talented student performers and music teachers on a wonderful performance filled with holiday cheer!
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Our Campus
Nestled in a wooded oasis, The Langley School’s 9.2-acre campus is just minutes away from Tysons Corner and easily accessible to the surrounding cities of McLean, Arlington, Falls Church, Great Falls, Vienna, Reston, and Washington, DC.