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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
Nearly $2 million granted in tuition assistance to 18% of the student body
83% of lead teachers hold advanced degrees
41% of students identify as a person of color
Approximately 90 faculty members
More than 530 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
![Hispanic Heritage Month]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695918913/langley/fhp8tfaa3yge50ssxp9q/HispanicHeritageMonth.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695918913/langley/fhp8tfaa3yge50ssxp9q/HispanicHeritageMonth.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695918913/langley/fhp8tfaa3yge50ssxp9q/HispanicHeritageMonth.jpg","width":800}])
In addition to celebrating Hispanic heritage through classroom lessons, students enjoyed an interactive performance by Los Quetzales Mexican Dance Ensemble which showcased some of Mexico's culture and traditional dances.
![Julie Lythcott-Haims]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695754451/langley/ezyyzcbdinruwafmf0ae/ImageforOurWebsite.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695754451/langley/ezyyzcbdinruwafmf0ae/ImageforOurWebsite.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695754451/langley/ezyyzcbdinruwafmf0ae/ImageforOurWebsite.jpg","width":800}])
We are excited to welcome New York Times best-selling author Julie Lythcott-Haims to Langley for our first PALS Speaker Series on Wednesday, October 25 at 6:00 p.m. in the Sherman Arts Center.
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On September 22, we celebrated 81 years of Langley! Although much has changed since the school opened its doors to that first class of 19 children in 1942, we’ve never waivered from the child-centered focus our founders envisioned so many years ago. Learn more about Langley’s history>>
![Calleva]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1695411095/langley/bpl37wanzhtzncfhmgew/Calleva.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1695411095/langley/bpl37wanzhtzncfhmgew/Calleva.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1695411095/langley/bpl37wanzhtzncfhmgew/Calleva.jpg","width":800}])
On September 18-19, sixth-graders spent two full days working with Calleva staff on the campus of The Madeira School. In addition to team-building activities on a low ropes course, students also assessed the water quality of the Potomac River watershed.
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Students in grades 7 and 8 kicked off the year with a series of off-campus, grade-level trips that fostered team-building and bonding.
Social
Campus Tour
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.