Brooksfield School, McLean

Brooksfield School, founded in 1987, is beautifully situated on five secluded acres in McLean, VA. Brooksfield is a Montessori School serving Toddler through-Kindergarten (ages 2-6years) with an emphasis on discovery through the arts and outdoors. Children study art, music Spanish, yoga, mindfulness, and physical education in addition to the advanced Montessori curriculum. Brooksfield is a green school focusing on recycling, composting, organic gardening, and nutrition. Our program offers before and after school care, extracurricular activities, Outdoor Adventure as well as a summer camp program. Brooksfield strives to nurture the social, physical, emotional, intellectual and spiritual development of our students. We encourage children to be confident in who they are and who they are becoming. With the belief that we are all individuals with the unique gifts and talents, we as educators have the joy of assisting each child discover the sense of wonder that lies within. Everyday provides a range of opportunities for children to grow into their own potential and to express themselves in a natural, spontaneous fashion. The Brooksfield School is founded upon the belief that learning happens through the joys of mutual friendships, stimulating experiences and self discovery. At the Brooksfield School, children become friends for life. Starting with toddlers and continuing through Kindergarten, Brooksfield makes learning an adventure. Whether they are planting vegetables, going for a hike and learning about nature or working in the classroom, our students have the ability to explore, wonder and grow at Brooksfield. Although our activities vary in subject matter, our approach to the child is consistent. A positive tone, reassuring words and constructive feedback have all become a Brooksfield trademark. In a world in which manners, civility and love of knowledge are quickly disappearing, Brooksfield offers families and alternative that combines the best of today with the best of yesterday.