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Our family has been part of Pinecrest's community for over a decade. Our older son attended Pinecrest from 1st through 6th grade, and our younger son has been there since preschool and is now entering 5th grade. This school and community have played a vibrant role in both of their lives socially emotionally and academically. Pinecrest is unique (in our opinion) due to its emphasis on community. It's a smaller school compared to the big-name private schools in the NOVA/DC Metro area, but the environment is warm and welcoming. The teachers really care and know the students as learners and as individuals, and they go out of their way to support and engage them. The faculty is positive and communicative, and they get to know the kids well. Class sizes are small, which allows for a high degree of individual attention. The facilities are smaller than other schools in the area, but they are well-maintained and modern/updated. The charm of the campus adds to the school's character, and care has been taken to ensure spaces are inviting and functional. The Head of School is approachable and deeply involved in the school community. He is a newer hire who replaced a long-serving and much-loved head of school, and he has stepped into the role with confidence and care. He is an innovative thinker and seems to know every student by name and takes the time to engage with families. His responsiveness and leadership have been especially valuable in recent years as the school has added more students and increased after-school learning opportunities. Pinecrest remained open for in-person studies during the pandemic and handled this difficult time with thoughtfulness and grace. Since then, it has continued to grow in size, spirit and stability. It truly feels like a school on the rise. Our family is grateful for the part that Pinecrest has played in our children's lives and would strongly recommend it to families looking for a nurturing, close-knit academic community.

Amazing School!

We love Pinecrest School, and can't say enough wonderful things about it. The warm, caring environment is evident throughout the grades and the administration is wonderful. The teaching and curriculum is fantastic. Ultimately, we chose Pinecrest after looking at no less than other 6 private schools priced from $5,000 - $30,000 per year, and chose Pinecrest for the following reasons: * Rigorous academics * Small Class size * Positive social and emotional environment * An appreciation for diversity * Spanish starting in preschool * High level of parent involvement, and the families are all so warm and friendly * Their test scores are off the charts. (see the 1st bullet) * It strives to reinforce basic values such as honesty, integrity, respect for others * A wonderful teaching and administrative staff that makes it all happen, starting with the Head of School * Oh, and we love their Pinecrest Summer Pavilion (summer camp) too! We couldn't be happier and highly recommend it to those looking for a nurturing environment with strong academics. P.S. Pinecrest is, in the next 2-3 years, planning to replace the "lower school" building as it has been well-loved and it's time for a replacement. Then, the outside of the school will be a better reflection of all the wonderful learning that goes on inside. We''re excited to be a part of this new chapter.