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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 17% of the student body
73% of lead teachers hold advanced degrees
46% of students identify as a person of color
80 faculty members
538 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
![Guest Author Hena Khan Visits Langley]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770927181/langley/rfpoqs6ha0en76xv6cad/HenaKhan.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770927181/langley/rfpoqs6ha0en76xv6cad/HenaKhan.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770927181/langley/rfpoqs6ha0en76xv6cad/HenaKhan.jpg","width":800}])
Students in grades 3-8 had the opportunity to learn from award-winning author Hena Khan during her February 10 visit to campus as they explored the creative process of publishing a book and learned writing techniques during a hands-on workshop.
![Middle Schoolers Compete in Robotics Competition]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770926737/langley/aczcdefsjxntgbola1ye/Roboticsteam.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770926737/langley/aczcdefsjxntgbola1ye/Roboticsteam.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770926737/langley/aczcdefsjxntgbola1ye/Roboticsteam.jpg","width":800}])
On February 8, Langley’s new Middle School robotics team took part in their first competition, the Meta Broken Tournament in Manassas. Both our grade 7 and grade 8 teams placed in the top third in the qualification matches and advanced to the semifinals in the elimination rounds.
![Langley Hosts Spark Day Career Fair]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770926335/langley/is84sdtqvwkccv8aaprh/Spark.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770926335/langley/is84sdtqvwkccv8aaprh/Spark.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770926335/langley/is84sdtqvwkccv8aaprh/Spark.jpg","width":800}])
On February 6, Langley hosted our first-ever Spark Day, a reimagined career fair for students in grades 7 and 8. The event included 17 current parents and alumni from a variety of fields who shared the stories of their career journeys to help “spark” our students’ futures.
![Grade 5 Presents Musical Production]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1770926536/langley/dddgmcbdmtwirhu5jgzc/5thMusical_2.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1770926536/langley/dddgmcbdmtwirhu5jgzc/5thMusical_2.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1770926536/langley/dddgmcbdmtwirhu5jgzc/5thMusical_2.jpg","width":800}])
Fifth-graders wowed us with their musical production of “Raise Your Voice,” which featured six Broadway tunes that students wove together with a creative story they devised through improvisation and playwriting exercises.
![Parent Volunteers Host Faculty Appreciation Lunch]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1769797938/langley/ft9nzdazsr7q03zmooj5/PALSLunch_1.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1769797938/langley/ft9nzdazsr7q03zmooj5/PALSLunch_1.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1769797938/langley/ft9nzdazsr7q03zmooj5/PALSLunch_1.jpg","width":800}])
Langley's parent association, PALS, hosted a vibrant farmer’s market-themed appreciation luncheon for our faculty and staff on January 23. We thank the more than 40 parent volunteers who planned, served, and donated items for this delicious meal.
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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.