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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
![Langley Completes Fall Sports Season]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731428933/langley/otpwfbpmmabidnyrubss/JVBoysSoccerChampionship.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731428933/langley/otpwfbpmmabidnyrubss/JVBoysSoccerChampionship.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731428933/langley/otpwfbpmmabidnyrubss/JVBoysSoccerChampionship.jpg","width":800}])
Langley's sports teams wrapped up a successful fall 2024 season. Three of our teams won Capital Athletic Conference (CAC) championships, and all participated in post-season play. Click the title for full results.
![Fifth Grade Completes Donation Drive]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731428504/langley/jmuktzoljeljb3cepd52/5thDonationDrive.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731428504/langley/jmuktzoljeljb3cepd52/5thDonationDrive.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731428504/langley/jmuktzoljeljb3cepd52/5thDonationDrive.jpg","width":800}])
The fifth grade hosted a donation drive to support their service learning partner, Bridges to Independence. Items including canned food, pasta, rice, cereal, toiletries, and gift cards were among the many donations that our fifth-graders enthusiastically organized and loaded for delivery.
![Langley Celebrates 70th Annual Fair!]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731427870/langley/otmmfqofhdpxtgpmebmc/FallFair2024.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731427870/langley/otmmfqofhdpxtgpmebmc/FallFair2024.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731427870/langley/otmmfqofhdpxtgpmebmc/FallFair2024.jpg","width":800}])
Close to 1,200 students, parents, faculty, and alumni attended the school's annual Fall Fair on October 26 and enjoyed an afternoon of fun and community. The campus was transformed with colorful decorations, new rides, games, inflatables, a beer and wine garden, food trucks, and more!
![Junior Kindergarten Enjoys Farm Visit]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1731428212/langley/nrlgkfahciqog2hcovey/JKOhanaFarm.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1731428212/langley/nrlgkfahciqog2hcovey/JKOhanaFarm.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1731428212/langley/nrlgkfahciqog2hcovey/JKOhanaFarm.jpg","width":800}])
Junior kindergartners visited the Ohana Equine Preservation's farm to kick off their farm/harvest unit. In addition to meeting horses, miniature donkeys, rabbits, and hens, students made seed balls for the farm’s bluebird sanctuary, walked through a labyrinth, and enjoyed a hayride.
![Class of 1984 Celebrates 40-Year Reunion]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1730489598/langley/eqwpysy7wyomrwgewlkf/Classof1984.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1730489598/langley/eqwpysy7wyomrwgewlkf/Classof1984.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1730489598/langley/eqwpysy7wyomrwgewlkf/Classof1984.jpg","width":800}])
Fifteen members of Langley’s Class of 1984 gathered for a series of events celebrating the class’ 40th reunion. They kicked off the weekend with a cocktail party at The Archer Hotel, enjoyed dinner at a classmate’s home, and came to campus for breakfast and a tour.
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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.