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Back-to-School Guide
Hard to believe it's back-to-school time again. After a summer of fun, are your kids ready to try something new
this fall or eager to restart something they love? WASHINGTON FAMILY Magazine's Back-to-School Guide is
filled with listings of academic enrichment, musical instruction and after-school activities. You'll also find local
programs for martial arts, computers, dance and much more. With so many great things to try, your kids are sure
to have a fun-filled fall.

Academic Enrichment &
Field Trips
Boy Scouts of
America, National
Capital Area
Council www.NCACBSA.org
info@ncacbsa.org 301-530-9360
9190 Rockville Pike
Bethesda, MD
Hours: Mon-Fri: 9 a.m. - 5p.m.

Scouts make the most of right
now. With fun & discovery
at every turn, they build a
foundation they can stand
on to embrace opportunity,
overcome obstacles & make new
discoveries. Make Scouting the
foundation of your future; build
an adventure today!
Expressive Therapy Center
www.expressivetherapycenter.com info@expressivetherapycenter.com
301-869-1017 14808 Physicians Ln.Ste. 111
Rockville, MD
Rockville, Chevy Chase, McLean
Expressive Therapy Center
is a consortium of highly
experienced psychologists,
art and movement therapists,
social workers and marriage
and family therapists. We
have extensive experience
with attention deficit disorder,
developmental disorders,
learning disabilities, depression,
anxiety and social skills to name
a few.

Empowered Learning
Transformation Centers
www.eltcenters.com 301-654-5919
8120 Woodmont Ave.

Bethesda, MD
Did you know the average
student loses up to 3 months of
academic knowledge during the
summer? What can ELTC do for
you? Optimize learning, build
self-esteem, boost focus, reduce
stress and enhance performance.

FAZ Creative
Education Center
www.fazeducation.com fazcelc@gmail.com
703-848-8822 or
703-300-4788 1776 Old Meadow Rd.

McLean, VA
FAZ is a warm and caring
environment that provides care
from infancy to school age.

Incorporated in our program are
three exceptional curriculums
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including Highreach Learning,
NAMC (North American
Montessori Center) and Little
Pimfun with languages.

good shepherd
Lutheran school
www.gslcva.org preschool@gslcva.org
703-437-4511 1133 Reston Ave.,
Herndon, VA
Hours: 9 a.m. - 12:15 p.m.

Now Enrolling ages 2 1/2 - 5.

Welcoming all children since
1981! Celebrating each child’s
individual development in
a nurturing environment.

Christ-centered program with
experienced, well-trained staff.

kay school
www.kayschool.org info@kayschool.org
703-264-9078 3005 Dower House Dr.

Oak Hill, VA
Kay School provides
developmentally appropriate
opportunities and experiences
that prepare children for
academic success and introduce
lifelong skills that are critical
to a changing world: creativity,
critical thinking, innovation,
communication, collaboration,
curiosity and empathy.

Language Stars
www.languagestars.com info@languagestars.com
773-935-7827 6 D.C. Metro Locations
Hours: 8:30a.m. - 6p.m.

Language Stars, the leader in
Foreign Language Education
for Children teaches Spanish,
French, Mandarin Chinese,
German and Arabic classes.

The earlier children start
learning languages the better.

Our full immersion method
taught by native speakers uses
music, games, and activities to
make it fun too. It’s playtime
that enriches for a lifetime,
enhancing world readiness and
academic skills. And there’s no
telling where in the world it
might lead.

LearningRx www.learningrx.com
chantilly.va@learningrx.net Hours: 9 a.m.-7 p.m.

703-462-9570 14424 Albemarle Point Place, Ste.

110B Chantilly, VA
703-995-9945 10513 Braddock Rd,
Ste. C, D
Fairfax, VA
leesburg.va@learningrx.net 305 Harrison St. SE,
Ste. 100A



Leesburg, VA
North Potomac, MD
Quince Orchard Medical Park
301-944-5500 northpotomac.md@
learningrx.net 11908 Darnestown Rd., Ste. A
North Potomac, MD
reston.va@learningrx.net 11260 Roger Bacon Dr., Ste. 100
Reston, VA
703-657-7563 tysons.va@learningrx.net
8321 Old Courthouse Rd.,
Ste. 130
Vienna, VA
703-689-0003 LearningRx provides
personalized brain training to
strengthen the cognitive skills
that students need to learn
effectively (attention, memory,
processing speed, problem
solving, among others). And
that means improved mental
performance in the classroom,
at home, and even on the sports
field. approach; each child grows
academically, socially and
emotionally within a caring and
positive environment. Summer
camp. Before- and after-care.

Loudoun Country
Day School
Primrose school
of Ashburn
www.LCDS.org info@lcds.org
703-777-3841 20600 Red Cedar Dr.

Leesburg, VA
Ages: PreK-8th Grade
LCDS is an accredited,
independent, coeducational
school, educating students
in Pre-K-8th grade. We pride
ourselves on our rigorous
curriculum, nurturing
environment, and extensive
programs in foreign language,
arts, technology, and athletics.

Pinecrest School
www.pinecrestschool.org admissions@pinecrestschool.org
703-354-3446 7209 Quiet Cove
Annandale, VA
Hours: 8:50 a.m.-3:35 p.m.

Small classes; hands-on
curriculum emphasizes
problem-solving and critical-
thinking skills. Individualized
Port Discovery
Children's Museum
www.portdiscovery.org kgulick@portdiscovery.org
410-864-2664 35 Market Pl.

Baltimore, MD
Hours: Vary by season
Ranked among the top 12
children’s museums in the
country by Forbes.com, Port
Discovery offers three floors
of interactive, educational
exhibits that connect purposeful
play and learning. All of the
museum’s programs and
exhibits align with the Common
Core state standards for grades
pre-K through 5. Staff guided
visits are available October
through April and self-guided
visits are available year round.

www.primroseashburn.com info@primroseashburn.com
703-724-9050 44830 Lakeview Overlook Plaza
Ashburn, VA
Hours: 6:30 a.m.-6:30 p.m.

Primrose School of Ashburn is
an award-winning, AdvancED-
accredited, private preschool
that provides a premier early
education and care experience.

We serve infants through
kindergarten and after school.

Reston Montessori
School www.restonmontessori.com
office@restonmontessori.com 703-481-2922
1928 Isaac Newton
Square West
Reston, VA
Hours: 7 a.m. - 6:30p.m.

Established in 1986, Reston
Montessori School is a private,
co-educational school for
children from 3 months
through 6th grade. RMS
provides academic school day,
enrichment programs and
before/after school activities.

BeanTree Ashburn
Campus Reston Zoo
www.restonzoo.com info@restonzoo.com
703-757-6222 1228 Hunter Mill Rd.

Vienna, VA
Hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

Reston Children’s Zoo connects
families and wildlife everyday
with animal interactions, safari
wagon rides, and the area’s
largest petting barn!
Amazing Fun Farm at
Ticonderoga www.amazingfarmfun.com
info@ticonderoga.com 703-327-4424
26469 Ticonderoga Rd.

Chantilly-South Riding, VA
At Amazing Farm Fun at
Ticonderoga, our goal is to make
your event or party planning
just the way you like it for any
occasion(s). Corporate picnic,
birthday parties, weddings and
even charity fundraisers. The
Farm is definitely the place for
your next outdoor adventure.

westminster school
www.westminsterschool.com admissions@westminsterschool.com
703-256-3620 K-8: 3819 Gallows Rd.

Annandale, VA
Preschool (3 and 4-year-olds):
6800 Columbia Pike
Annandale, VA
Westminster School presents a
challenging, structured program
of academics, arts, athletics
and personal development in
an atmosphere of courtesy and
kindness. The Griffin Academy
of Westminster School offers a
nurturing enviornment for 3 and
4 year olds.

After School
& Enrichment
Activities www.beantreelearning.com
571-223-3110 43629 Greenway Corporate Dr.

Ashburn, VA
BeanTree Learning in Ashburn
provides unparalleled care
and nurturing for infants
through PreK. Led by a team
of experienced and caring
educators, BeanTree provides
children with a safe and
stimulating environment for
academic success and provides
parents with peace of mind. Year
round enrollment for full and
part time academic and specialty
programs. BeanTree Westfields
Campus 703-961-8222
5003 Westfields Blvd.

Chantilly, VA
Fully acredited, discover the
BeanTree Difference at our
Westfields/Chantilly Campus!
Offering unprecedented
educational offerings for your
child in every stage of academic
development, BeanTree offers
Infant care through Full Day
Private Kindergarten, Before/
After School, and Summer
Camp. Year round enrollment
for full and part time academic
and specialty programs.

Blue Box Sports
www.BlueBoxSports.com info@BlueBoxSports.com
703-953-1667 Herndon, VA
Area Served: D.C., MD, VA
Ages Served: 18 mths.-6 yrs.

Blue Box Sports offers
SoccerTots and Lil Sluggers
Baseball development classes
centered around fun games that
kids like to play. Classes are
skills based and are designed
to help develop motor skills,
promote fitness, and create self
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