Ambleside School

8980 BROOK RD

Mclean, VA 22102

4 Reviews

School District
Grade

K-8
Type

private

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Submitted by parent on January 20, 2021

We sent our first child to Ambleside b/c she was bored in her public school two years in a row (too much time spent in 2nd and 3rd grades on class discipline and bringing kids up to the median). We were attracted by an education that kept God in the picture, since we were already teaching that at home, but frankly it was problems associated with large public school class sizes that caused us to switch. Ambleside’s small class sizes (12 to 16 students) make a huge difference, both academically and socially: kids cannot be anonymous. So they learn to participate and they learn to get along, which are huge life skills. At Ambleside, kids come home mentally drained, because they have been reading and discussing books all day, with teachers guiding rather than lecturing. They also usually come home inspired and happy, because the curriculum consists of short sessions across a broad range of topics, focuses on great stories, persons art and ideas, and includes a lot of hands-on and outdoor time. The combination of this educational approach, the school’s being Christ-centered and its emphasis on the development of good habits and character led us to send our other two children to Ambleside as well. By 8th grade graduation, they were mature, socially well-adjusted, articulate and able to think critically, with authentic faith. Great results.
Submitted by parent on April 24, 2020

We are so grateful for Ambleside school and the Ambleside community. We knew almost nothing about the Charlotte Mason philosophy when we joined the school but were drawn to the joyful attitude we found in the staff and the kids. We’ve since discovered how impactful the CM teaching style is and how much our kids have thrived in this environment. We’ve watched them learn to take control of their own behaviors as they feel supported and encouraged, as well as challenged, in their school relationships. It’s a unique place and we’re so grateful to have found it. We know it’s going to shape our kids learning experiences for the rest of their lives.
Submitted by parent on March 01, 2018

We have been constantly impressed with the curriculum and overall educational and social aspects of Ambleside School from Kindergarten through third grade. We have no doubt this excellence will continue through the rest of the grades. The school community feels much more like family, including the professional staff of the school. The subjects taught ranging from Shakespeare to stitching have introduced our child to knowledge, skills, and experiences that would be entirely unavailable at any other local school, public or private.
Submitted by parent on December 02, 2015

This is not your standard Christian school. The children are trained to use their brain at a very young age. I have two children at the school since kindergarten and the both love to learn. After holiday breaks, they are excited to return. The teachers and staff take the time to teach character building, something that is lost these days. Besides the wonderful curriculum, kids enjoy time outdoors to be creative and appreciate nature. I could go on and on why I love this school as much as much children do. It is a hidden gem.