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Joyful
Fostering uncommonly optimistic, grounded, energetic young people
Inclusive
Building a supportive, diverse,
engaged community
Ambitious
Equipping all students to confidently fulfill their passion and purpose
Intentional
Devoting extraordinary developmental expertise to the foundational years
Balanced
Creating a curriculum that develops every child’s intellect and
emotional acuity
Compassionate
Shaping morally driven
citizens of the world
Attentive
Investing in each child’s curiosity, potential, and individuality
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
$2.1 million granted in tuition assistance to 17% of the student body
73% of lead teachers hold advanced degrees
40% of students identify as a person of color
84 faculty members
534 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
![Join Us for the Fall Fair on October 26]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727724954/langley/jjqehedqk5omezdhsd1u/FallFair2023.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727724954/langley/jjqehedqk5omezdhsd1u/FallFair2023.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727724954/langley/jjqehedqk5omezdhsd1u/FallFair2023.jpg","width":800}])
The Fall Fair brings together the entire Langley community for an afternoon of fun, food, and festivities that will bring smiles to children of all ages…and grown-ups, too! Plan to join us on Saturday, October 26 from 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
![Happy 82nd Birthday, Langley!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727723608/langley/znlqxk4ngfqbxqeogtyu/82ndBirthday.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727723608/langley/znlqxk4ngfqbxqeogtyu/82ndBirthday.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727723608/langley/znlqxk4ngfqbxqeogtyu/82ndBirthday.jpg","width":800}])
Today, Langley celebrates our founding 82 years ago in 1942! Although much has changed since that first class of 19 children, we continue to embrace the importance of early childhood education and a strong community just as our founders did so many years ago.
![Buddies meet]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727723288/langley/hdyzohfaoshawbzclzaq/K-8Buddies.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727723288/langley/hdyzohfaoshawbzclzaq/K-8Buddies.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727723288/langley/hdyzohfaoshawbzclzaq/K-8Buddies.jpg","width":800}])
Kindergartners met their new eighth-grade buddies for the first time today! Each week, buddies will spend time together reading, drawing, playing on the playground, and building special bonds. This year marks the 40th anniversary of Langley’s cherished buddy program.
![Students test water quality]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727723090/langley/y2sx3ewggfoywju2lehr/6thCalleva.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727723090/langley/y2sx3ewggfoywju2lehr/6thCalleva.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727723090/langley/y2sx3ewggfoywju2lehr/6thCalleva.jpg","width":800}])
In addition to team-building activities on a low ropes course, students also assessed the water quality of the Potomac River watershed as a complement to their hydrology unit in science.
![Kindergarten apple picking]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1727722792/langley/jesoh0om680ewemybn5g/KButlersOrchard.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1727722792/langley/jesoh0om680ewemybn5g/KButlersOrchard.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1727722792/langley/jesoh0om680ewemybn5g/KButlersOrchard.jpg","width":800}])
Kindergartners explored the natural world during their first field trip of the year during a visit to Doc Waters Cidery and Butler’s Orchard where they picked their own apples and had some fall fun at the petting zoo, giant slides, and hay maze.
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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.