I have a daughter who was in the cottage the past 2 years and is now in pre-K. We absolutely LOVE this school. Plan to send my 3-year-old there next year.
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Posted by a parent on 02/05/09
Atmosphere struck me as paradoxical... a few areas orderly and new, classrooms horribly disordeyl and filthy. A few administrators there kind and warm, others seem self-interested and arrogant. This is normal in life but employees sould be more professional. Teacher was likable but had huge problems
... Read more in structuring and communication (and she has a rep for being one of the best). Very Unaccountable and overall an unfriendly place. My two children (ho attended for two years) enjoyed some of what Friends had to offer, but did not feel administration 'liked' them. Isn't that interesting... Read less
Posted by a parent on 02/05/09
I had an exceptional experience at VBFS. They taught me to be curious, self-directed, considerate, innovative, crative and open. I think a Quaker education is priceless. I guarantee, the education and support I received from VBFS built my love of learning. Thank you teacher Phyllis.
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Posted by a student on 10/07/08
I have been involved as a parent and as a volunteer at the school for 17 years. I am also an educator and a clinical psychologist. I have very high regard for the school and its leadership. My child is very successful in the adult world as a result of his education at the school. His work was individualized
... Read more to meet his needs, and he was able to engage in sports, the arts, and student leadership programs that met his needs. He is now a software engineer at a dot.com. Read less
Posted by a parent on 07/11/08
As a convinced Quaker and member of VBFS community for over 26 years I have nothing for praise for VBFS. I have watched it grow into a fine preparatory school for college. I think it is one of the best kept secrets in Va Bch. We are working to correct that and put it in the forefront where it belongs.
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Posted by a parent on 03/22/08
We have been at Friends School for 8 years. We evaluate our child's progress and the quality of the school each year at contract time. We ve stayed because it is simply the best school for us. The academics are challenging and encourage our son to think outside the box, the atmosphere is loving and
... Read more full of the Quaker values, the faculty is amazing and open to parental involvement. I find the communication between constituents has improved over the years with the use of bi-weekly email updates ( Insights and Updates ) and the headmaster hosts coffees once a month to chat with parents. The headmaster has competently blended a college preparatory program with discipline and high moral expectations. If you are considering an independent school for your child(ren) visit Friends. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/11/08
I am the parent of an alumnus of VBFS and he continues to outshine many of his co-horts at a famous Ivy League University because of his empathy for others, his kindness, and his ability to teach others weel, all because of his 12 years at the school. I highly recommend it for anyone who wants to help
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Posted by a parent on 03/10/08
I am a parent of a graduate of VBFS who attended there from K-12. I am a college educator and was Dean of two colleges of education for 15 years. By far, Virginia Beach Friends School is the best school in the region for the following reasons - the educational philosophy of the school is the most
... Read more progressive in its ability to teach the whole child. Lessons are individualized to meet the needs of a wide range of children who are seeking a college preparatory education. The teachers and administrators treat the children with great respect, and parents can be very involved if they have a positive attitude that matches the school environment. I have been amazed at some of the criticism of the school on these pages. None of it is warranted. My son has gone on to tremendous success in college and has a high paying job in the field of software engineering. Read less
Posted by a parent on 03/10/08
I changed schools 2 years ago. Friends was good for many things, but socially stifling and left me very few opportunities to engage in activities. Teachers were hit or miss.
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Posted by a student on 03/02/08
If parents are looking for a school where their children can be academically challenged and happy, then please do yourself a favor and check this place out. I have met several high school students and I'm impressed with their confidence as well as their interests. Foreign exchange students enrich the
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Virginia Beach schools — Virginia Beach Friends School is located at 1537 Laskin Rd, Virginia Beach VA 23451. 1537 Laskin Rd is in the 23451 ZIP code in Virginia Beach, VA Virginia Beach Friends School is a Private school that serves grade levels PK - 12.
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