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Middleburg, Virginia, USA All Girls, No Religious Affiliation
At Foxcroft, students discover and enhance their academic and personal strengths in a residential community where over 80% of the faculty live on campus. Girls from 23 states, Washington, D.C., and 14 countries (72% boarding) enjoy a rigorous curriculum enriched by unique learning experiences and innovative programming that includes Academic Concentration areas of study in the Arts, Animal Science, Global Studies, and STEM. With a 6:1 student/faculty ratio and an average class size of 10, faculty emphasize collaboration and hands-on learning opportunities, proven ways that girls learn best. An Innovation Lab makerspaces encourages creativity, exploration of ideas, and project-based learning. Foxcroft combines the best of tradition with forward-thinking, cutting-edge programs, outstanding facilities, authentic community, leadership opportunities, and an understanding heart that, together, give girls a chance to explore their voice and to prepare for success in college and life. Set in Middleburg's beautiful hunt country, the 500-acre campus is 47 miles west of Washington, D.C., and features five dormitories, state-of-the-art athletic and equestrian facilities, and smart boards in every classroom.
22407 Foxhound Lane, P.O. Box 5555Middleburg, Virginia, USA 20118 (540) 687-4340
Director of Admissions: Karla Vargas Admissions Phone:(540) 687-4340 Email: [email protected] Website: www.foxcroft.org
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Posted on October 29, 2018 National stage production, The Defamation Experience, comes to Foxcroft and brings issues of race, class, religion, gender, and the law to the forefront in an engaging way for audience of students, faculty, and staff. more...
Summary: Foxcroft School provides a challenging college preparatory academic program that focuses on project-based learning and real-world problem solving to prepare young women for careers that may not yet exist. Girls have an opportunity explore Academic Concentrations in Animal Science, the Arts, Global Studies, and STEM. character. The central components of a Foxcroft education are intellectual; the academic curriculum is designed to support each student in her development of analytical ability, critical thinking, communication skills, and independent thinking. Everything we do is curriculum, and our Core Values of Respect, Integrity, Kindness, and Service play an integral role in character development both in and out of the classroom.
Department Director: Courtney Ulmer
Average Class Size: 10
Full Time Teachers: 21
Teachers Holding Advanced Degrees: 70.00%
Student/Teacher Ratio: 6:1
Academic Schedule: Semester
Number of AP Courses Offered: 16
Notable Achievements: In 2018, 32 students earned AP Scholar, School launched Academic Concentration Program;, Opened Makerspace in STEM Wing
Summary: Girls succeed academically at Foxcroft because of the quality of our curriculum and the close attention of our faculty. Every girl is known and valued for who she is within our close-knit School community. Through the support of our caring faculty and among their peers, a unique dorm living experience and opportunities to grow their leadership skills, girls quickly come to love Foxcroft as their home away from home.
Department Director: Emily Johns
Number of Dorms: 5
Average Students Per Dorm: 40
No. of Girls Dorms: 5
Dorm Amenities:
Dress Code: Other
Summary: As a residential school, so much of the life at Foxcroft occurs outside of class – in the afternoon and evening hours, plus the weekends. Girls often visit with friends in other dorms, which helps foster an inclusive environment across grade levels and among girls with different backgrounds and interests. Girls also learn new skills, make new friends, and participate in educational, cultural, and social outings in and around Washington, DC. Throughout the school year, Foxcroft girls attend numerous social events with other boarding schools, and also host special events on campus where students from other boarding schools are invited to attend. Each day, meals in the dining hall provide a environment for girls to connect with each other and their teachers in an informal way that fosters a strong sense of community.
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Summary: While attending Foxcroft, each student is required to participate in a structured physical activity during the fall, winter, and spring seasons. Girls have the chance to play a team sport, do horseback riding, or take a dance or yoga class, to name a few.Students can also choose from a variety of art mediums, including visual, stage production, vocal and instrumental.
Arts Department Director: Karin Thorndike
Athletics Department Director: Michelle Woodruff
Notable Achievements: Division II State Champions Lacrosse, Delaney Athletic Conference Champions Basketball, Numerous equestrian awards for IEA
Summary: Foxcroft promotes a balanced approach to the college selection process that emphasizes the partnership between students, parents and the Office of College Counseling.
Department Director: Barbara Conner
Percentage of Graduates Who Attend College: 100.00%
Colleges attended in the past 5 years by our graduates:
Summary: Each summer, Foxcroft offers several camps and lessons, including tennis, swimming, and a week-long residential Riding Camp for girls with intermediate riding skills. The School also hosts several camps that are run by outside organizations. Many of the camps have been coming to the all girls prep school for over 20 years.
Department Director: Deborah Anderson
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