Foxcroft School

Foxcroft School

1. Located in Middleburg, Virginia, 43 miles from Washington D.C., and a 40-minute drive from George Washington University. The school was founded in 1914 and is a traditional boarding school for girls;
2. The school's equestrian program is a nationally recognized strength. The school offers riding courses at different levels, and its sports teams have won championships in horse shows and state competitions;
3. The STEM program is also very good. The school offers workshops, internships, seminars, and lectures by STEM professionals;
4. Lacrosse has won multiple state championships;
5. Accommodation conditions are good, and school management is excellent. Mobile phones are not allowed during meals or self-study. Phones are not managed at night (implying freedom, but with good tradition). The school has good traditions, and older students will inform new students about many daily life details.

Data for Foxcroft School: student enrollment 178, student-teacher ratio 1:6, international students 21%, boarding rate 72%, teachers with advanced degrees 76%. Foxcroft School, established in 1914, is a university-preparatory high school with a long history, admitting both day students and boarding students. To enable students to enter excellent higher education institutions, the school offers multiple AP courses and maintains rigorous academic standards, creating an excellent learning atmosphere. Additionally, the school strongly encourages students to participate in various sports and art activities to enhance their overall quality and abilities. The school boasts modern hardware facilities: a math lab, a writing lab, 3 music labs, an auditorium, a learning center, a computer lab, a library, a basketball court, tennis courts, a soccer field, a track and field, etc.

Student feedback for this school is quite positive, and the graduation prospects for Chinese students are also excellent. Accommodation conditions are good, and school management is effective. Phones are not allowed during meals or self-study. However, phones are not restricted at night. The school has good traditions, with senior students guiding new students (often informing them about daily life details). Students regularly have meals with their advisors to communicate and discuss matters.

Foxcroft's actual graduation destinations: U.S. undergraduate institutions that are relatively easier to get into include UIUC, William & Mary, UVA, and UMich.

Foxcroft School, nestled in Virginia's horse country on a 500-acre campus, is a girls' boarding and day school in Northern Virginia and one of the best girls' boarding schools in the United States. Since 1914, thousands of girls have learned and grown in this beautiful environment. The school prepares young women in grades 9-12 for success in college and life. Our excellent academic program offers challenging courses, including Advanced Placement courses and innovative STEM programs. Our equestrian program is a nationally recognized strength, and athletic teams have won horse show and state championships.

I personally visited and toured Foxcroft School. In recent years, most Chinese students who graduated from there have gone on to universities ranked in the top 30. The school is located in Middleburg, Virginia, about a half-hour drive from Washington Dulles International Airport. The school is surrounded by rich university resources, including American University, Georgetown University, George Washington University, Howard University, and the University of Maryland, College Park, among others.

School's Signature Programs:

1. Excellent performance in science subjects, especially mathematics and science. STEM education is an interdisciplinary applied teaching method that cultivates students' interest in fields such as mathematics, science, technology, and engineering.

2. EP Program: Allows students with obvious talent and passion to spend time away from campus to train, compete, and pursue their personal dreams, while receiving academic support to meet our high educational standards.

3. Strong Sports Program: Has won numerous sports honors, with both lacrosse and field hockey being excellent. In addition, the school's equestrian program is nationally renowned, with over 70 horses.

AP: The school offers a total of 19 AP courses, with excellent performance in science subjects, especially mathematics and science. Signature Program: Foxcroft's EP program allows students with significant talent and passion to spend time off-campus for training, competition, and pursuing their personal dreams, while receiving academic support to achieve our high educational standards. During time away from school, girls continue to study at Foxcroft and stay in touch with their teachers. For short-term leaves, students are responsible for informing teachers of their schedule and coordinating lesson plans. For longer leaves, the EP program coordinator will work with students to ensure appropriate academic support is in place. Facilities: The school has the FoxHound Auditorium, music rooms, etc. Practice can also take place in the game room and dance studio. Students have access to two 1937 Steinway "B" concert grand pianos, digital keyboards, drums, guitars (electric and acoustic), amplifiers, music stands, and many other items needed for practice and performance. Students who bring their instruments to Foxcroft can keep them in their rooms or store them in the school's music rooms.