Academics

Equip them for life

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The StoneBridge Experience

Equipping an Eternal Excellence

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Discipleship

Educating today’s children is to construct the foundation of a nation of tomorrow. At StoneBridge, students are empowered to understand their value in Christ and their unique God-given purpose and place in history. Our academic program teaches students to reason from Biblical principles, communicate persuasively, serve their community, and lead with Christian character.

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Academics

StoneBridge has spent more than 40 years building an impressive academic record. Since 2008, 99% of our graduates have attended college. More than 80 colleges have accepted StoneBridge alumni, including Virginia Tech, the University of Virginia, William & Mary, Duke University, Cornell, Princeton, and the U.S. Naval Academy.

 

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Approach

Our unique educational approach is the same time-tested method that shaped our nation’s founding fathers. Biblical principles and the revelation of God’s presence in every sphere of life are showcased throughout our curriculum. This philosophy effectively produces Christian character and self-government, scholarship, and Biblical reasoning for lifelong learning and discipleship.

40+ Years Of Equipping Nation Changers For Christ

Highest biblical worldview test results in the nation

SAT scores consistently higher than national average

99% College Attendance Rate Of Graduating Seniors

Dedicated tenured teachers, with 100% accredited through ACSI.

Preschool and Pre-K

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Our Preschool and Pre-Kindergarten programs prepare your early learner for school readiness in a nurturing and Christ-centered environment. Your child will “learn by doing” as he or she is encouraged to explore, experiment, imitate, and ask questions.

  • Hands-on, active learning
  • Phonics and early reading concepts introduced
  • Arts & crafts, music, and p.e. activities
  • Classic literature 
  • Field trips and special days
 

Kindergarten

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In Kindergarten, academic and developmental needs are integrated into all activities. Our Christ-centered holistic approach meets each child’s spiritual, mental, emotional, and physical needs, fostering a love of learning in your child at an early age.

  • Nurturing, christ-centered environment
  • Intensive phonics program
  • Enriched curriculum, including STEM experiences, french, and classic literature
  • Arts & Music
  • Field trips & special days

Lower School

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Our Lower School focuses on producing Christian character and qualities conducive to successful learning. In addition to learning academic skills in reading, writing, and arithmetic, students learn to reason and think reflectively, develop organizational and study skills, and take responsibility for their actions. Key disciplines of study include:

  • Bible
  • English/classic literature
  • History
  • Geography
  • Math and science
  • French
  • Rhetoric
  • Art, music, P.E.
 

Upper School

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The Upper School program balances rigorous academics with courses and activities that nurture each student’s aesthetic tastes, sociability, spiritual stature, and physical body. Character is formed through students’ scholarship, service, stewardship, and statesmanship.

  • Bible
  • English/literature
  • Math science
  • History
  • Modern and classical languages
  • Fine & performing arts
  • Athletics and physical education

More Than Academics

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In addition to regular field studies and special days, StoneBridge School fosters a love of learning in students in all grades by offering various programs and activities outside our core curriculum. French, art, computer skills, and music are studied weekly in the Lower School

Upper School students can choose from various enrichment courses and clubs, including drama, art, chorus, band, languages, logic and reasoning, the art of engineering, photography, yearbook, film, and screenwriting. StoneBridge also offers club opportunities for different age groups in topics like chess, STEM, robotics, musical theater, cheer, ballet, and more.

 

Our Method

Disciple The Heart
Train The Mind

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Discipling the Heart

We partner with Christian parents who are dedicated to forming a solid Christian witness in the hearts of their children.

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Environment

From the earliest grades, we foster a deep respect for the conscience, individuality, and property of others, creating a safe and uplifting atmosphere for all students.

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BEYOND THE CLASSROOM

Competitive athletics, fine arts, and other extracurricular opportunities allow students to explore natural giftings and grow in service, responsibility, and leadership.

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Living Textbooks

StoneBridge teachers and mentors form personal relationships with students, instilling in them a deep understanding of their eternal purpose in God’s world. They serve as “living textbooks,” who are master teachers immersed in their area of expertise, able to impart wisdom gleaned through scholarship and experience.

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Word of God

By applying the Word of God to every subject, students gain a deeper understanding of God’s sovereignty, goodness, and wisdom in every area of life.

Training the Mind

StoneBridge graduates continue to flourish in every sphere of life–as business-people, lawyers, nurses, missionaries, and parents–genuine Christian leaders uniquely equipped to change the nation. 

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Students are nurtured according to their unique abilities and needs, enabling them to thrive academically, spiritually, and emotionally.

Lifelong Scholarship

Students are given a strong foundation for lifelong scholarship through classical education methods such as thorough note-taking, essay-writing and mathematical reasoning. 

Hands on Learning

Special days and field studies make learning fun and relevant at every grade level.

Leadership Skills

Students are trained to practice big-picture thinking and public speaking–building practical leadership skills on the strong foundation of Christian character.

Advanced Placement (AP) Courses

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Rigorous college prep courses, including AP, dual enrolled, and honors courses, are available for high school. In addition, high school students must complete specific written projects in each grade to develop research, reasoning, and oral presentation skills. Learn more about these projects and our course offerings when you tour!

Developing Leaders of Character

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Cultivating principled leaders is a core component of the StoneBridge experience. Students are given a variety of opportunities in the Upper School to serve the community and their student body and to develop the Christian character needed to lead well. Opportunities include serving in the Key Club, assuming a prefect position, joining the National Honor Society, taking student volunteer electives, and more.

 
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“The Christian values we instilled in our children have been reinforced at StoneBridge, and my children have been extremely well prepared to defend their faith in college and in the workplace. The academics also rival other private schools and exceed those in many public schools.”
- Beth Ownley Cooper
SBS Alumni Parent
“StoneBridge certainly helped me solidify my beliefs and Biblical worldview, which has allowed me to be confident in who I am and how I conduct my life. I’m very grateful I had the school to help me establish the roots of my worldview and character.”
- Ashton Love
Class of 2012
“My teachers were so willing to come alongside me and mentor me. My teachers in every class, even in math class, have prepared me to think principally and to think critically and to be able to apply Scriptures to everyday scenarios.”
- Jonathan Stallings
Class of 2021

Plan Your visit

We invite you to experience our community, learn about our unique biblically principled teaching philosophy and method, and discover the lasting difference Stonebridge will have on your child!  Schedule a tour today!