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- ABOUT US 
    - [Mission, Vision, & History](https://www.lorienwood.org/mission-vision-history)
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    - [Faculty & Staff](https://www.lorienwood.org/faculty-staff)
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- ACADEMICS 
    - [Educational Philosophy](https://www.lorienwood.org/educational-philosophy)
    - [Form System & Curriculum](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-system-curriculum) 
          - [Junior Kindergarten](https://www.lorienwood.org/junior-kindergarten)
          - [Form 1: K & 1st Grade](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-1)
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          - [High School](https://www.lorienwood.org/high-school)
    - [Experiential Learning](https://www.lorienwood.org/experiential-learning)
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    - [Visit Us](https://www.lorienwood.org/school-tours)
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    - [Our Blog](https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood)
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- STUDENT LIFE 
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    - [Outdoor Learning](https://www.lorienwood.org/outdoor-learning)
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- ABOUT US

    - [Mission, Vision, & History](https://www.lorienwood.org/mission-vision-history)
    - [Our Distinctives](https://www.lorienwood.org/distinctives)
    - [Faculty & Staff](https://www.lorienwood.org/faculty-staff)
    - [Board of Trustees](https://www.lorienwood.org/board-of-trustees)
    - [FAQs](https://www.lorienwood.org/faqs)
    - [Employment](https://www.lorienwood.org/employment)
- ACADEMICS

    - [Educational Philosophy](https://www.lorienwood.org/educational-philosophy)
    - [Form System & Curriculum](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-system-curriculum) 
          - [Junior Kindergarten](https://www.lorienwood.org/junior-kindergarten)
          - [Form 1: K & 1st Grade](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-1)
          - [Form 2: 2nd & 3rd Grade](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-2)
          - [Form 3: 4th & 5th Grade](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-3)
          - [Form 4: Middle School](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-4)
          - [High School](https://www.lorienwood.org/high-school)
    - [Experiential Learning](https://www.lorienwood.org/experiential-learning)
- ADMISSIONS

    - [Admissions Process](https://www.lorienwood.org/admissions)
    - [Visit Us](https://www.lorienwood.org/school-tours)
    - [Tuition & Financial Aid](https://www.lorienwood.org/tuition)
    - [Our Blog](https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood)
    - [Request Information](https://www.lorienwood.org/request-information)
- STUDENT LIFE

    - [Athletics](https://www.lorienwood.org/athletics)
    - [Outdoor Learning](https://www.lorienwood.org/outdoor-learning)
    - [Studio Art](https://www.lorienwood.org/studio-art)
    - [Reading Lists](https://www.lorienwood.org/student-reading-page)
- PARENTS

    - [Parental Service](https://www.lorienwood.org/parents)
    - [Calendar](https://www.lorienwood.org/calendar)
    - [TRIP](https://www.lorienwood.org/trip)
    - [Uniforms](https://www.lorienwood.org/parents#uniforms)
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    - [School Forms](https://www.lorienwood.org/parents#School_Forms)
    - [Parent Reading List](https://www.lorienwood.org/parents#Parent_Reading_List)
- GIVING

    - [How to Give](https://www.lorienwood.org/giving)

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# Where Learning Comes to Life

 

##### Form System & Curriculum

Explore our curriculum by grade level.

[Learn More](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-system-curriculum?hsLang=en)

##### Our Distinctives

Learn what shapes our educational philosophy.

[Discover Distinctives](https://www.lorienwood.org/distinctives?hsLang=en)

##### Visit Our Campus

We offer campus tours every 1st & 3rd Friday of the month.

[Schedule a tour](https://www.lorienwood.org/school-tours?hsLang=en)

## Outfitting a stalwart and faithful fellowship for a noble adventure

 

Lorien Wood’s Distinctives, our educational philosophy, school culture, and close-knit community cultivate a vibrant learning experience for our students. 

### **Mission & Vision**

Read about what it means to outfit a stalwart and faithful fellowship for a noble adventure.

[discover our vision](https://www.lorienwood.org/mission-vision-history?hsLang=en)

![2 kids on the field](https://www.lorienwood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/2024-04-10_RVP_LW_Campus-001_500kb-100-1.jpg?width=2000&name=2024-04-10_RVP_LW_Campus-001_500kb-100-1.jpg)

### **Experiential Learning**

Explore our comprehensive curriculum and see how we integrate experiential learning across all grade levels. 

[Explore our approach](https://www.lorienwood.org/experiential-learning?hsLang=en)

![2 boys rolling a log](https://www.lorienwood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/Copy%20of%202023-11-17_RVP_LW_Medieval_Festival-006-min.jpg?height=2000&name=Copy%20of%202023-11-17_RVP_LW_Medieval_Festival-006-min.jpg)

### **Junior Kindergarten**

The Shire provides a beautiful foundation for Kindergarten at Lorien Wood!

[Begin the journey](https://www.lorienwood.org/junior-kindergarten?hsLang=en)

![pre-k kids on playground on campus](https://www.lorienwood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/2024-04-10_RVP_LW_Campus-001_500kb-063-1.jpg?width=2000&name=2024-04-10_RVP_LW_Campus-001_500kb-063-1.jpg)

### Admissions

Learn more about our admissions process. 

[join our community](https://www.lorienwood.org/admissions?hsLang=en)

![kids sitting by an outside wall with open books](https://www.lorienwood.org/hs-fs/hubfs/2024-04-10_RVP_LW_Campus-001_200kb-051.jpg?width=1344&height=896&name=2024-04-10_RVP_LW_Campus-001_200kb-051.jpg)

## Learn about our unique Educational Philosophy

At Lorien Wood, our teaching methodology is founded on the same philosophy and holistic view reflected in our use of an integral curriculum. Our teaching practices are aimed at providing “the whole story for the whole child.”

 

[Explore how we teach](https://www.lorienwood.org/educational-philosophy?hsLang=en)

## Request Information

Learn more about a Lorien Wood education for your child and our application process.

[Inquire now](https://www.lorienwood.org/request-information?hsLang=en)

## The Fellowship of Learning: Adventures in Education at Lorien Wood

<https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood/the-lorien-wood-emblem?hsLang=en>

###### 2 min read

#### [The Lorien Wood Emblem](https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood/the-lorien-wood-emblem?hsLang=en)

Amy Butcher: Mar 27, 2025

 At Lorien Wood, we often take time to reflect on the meaning behind our name. It’s a tradition to share the story of...

<https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood/hymns-of-faith-exploring-the-stories-behind-the-songs?hsLang=en>

###### 2 min read

#### [Hymns of Faith: Exploring the Stories Behind the Songs](https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood/hymns-of-faith-exploring-the-stories-behind-the-songs?hsLang=en)

Amy Butcher: Dec 11, 2024

 At Lorien Wood, we begin each day with “Opening,” a time where students and staff gather for a moment of reflection and...

<https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood/hymn-series-blessed-assurance-fanny-crosbys-song-of-confidence-and-hope?hsLang=en>

###### 2 min read

#### [Hymn Series: “Blessed Assurance” – Fanny Crosby’s Song of Confidence and Hope](https://www.lorienwood.org/the-fellowship-of-learning-adventures-in-education-at-lorien-wood/hymn-series-blessed-assurance-fanny-crosbys-song-of-confidence-and-hope?hsLang=en)

Amy Butcher: Jan 29, 2025

 As we continue our journey through beloved hymns in our morning gatherings, this week we focus on “Blessed Assurance,”...

 

### Download our Guide to Learning

The Lorien Wood Guide to Learning offers parents a rich introduction to our unique educational model, blending academic excellence with hands-on, joyful exploration. This resource highlights how our Christ-centered, integral approach fosters intellectual growth, character development, and a deep love for God’s creation.

[Download the Guide to Learning](https://www.lorienwood.org#tmp1_module_17383419065795)

[![Guidebook image](https://www.lorienwood.org/hubfs/Guidebook%20image.jpg)](https://share.hsforms.com/1S8sL1dISRuW-IrY1qgKq4wqk8tj)

Academics

Academics

- [Form System & Curriculum](https://www.lorienwood.org/form-system-curriculum)
- [Educational Philosophy](https://www.lorienwood.org/educational-philosophy)
- [Our Distinctives](https://www.lorienwood.org/distinctives)
- [FAQs](https://www.lorienwood.org/faqs)

Admissions

Admissions

- [Admissions](https://www.lorienwood.org/admissions)
- [Visit Campus](https://www.lorienwood.org/school-tours)
- [Request Information](https://www.lorienwood.org/request-information)

Parents

Parents

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- [Student Reading Lists](https://www.lorienwood.org/student-reading-page)
- [Parental Service](https://www.lorienwood.org/parents)

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  Vienna, VA 22182
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- Email: office@lorienwood.org

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