What makes Foxcroft different?

What makes Foxcroft different?

Foxcroft's core value is to know and value each student. Every decision we make, every program in place is designed to achieve that, and the fact that we enjoy 94% retention speaks to our success. We are a school where just over 80 percent of the faculty lives on campus, where full-time housemothers' only responsibility is the dormitory, and where the student to faculty ratio is 7:1. Since girls learn best in an environment of connectedness and collaboration, the Foxcroft community provides a laboratory for the best learning environment for girls.

What type of student is successful at Foxcroft?

What type of student is successful at Foxcroft?

As Head of School Mary Louise Leipheimer is fond of saying – we are not a "cookie cutter" school. We do our best work with girls who enjoy being involved, who care about those around them, and who bring their personal best to each situation.

Are there academic and other supports at Foxcroft?

Are there academic and other supports at Foxcroft?

There are many adults at Foxcroft who will touch the life of your daughter. An advisor system where no advisor has more than 6 advisees, the housemother who is only a phone call away and can pop in to see your daughter in the evenings if you just want to see how she is, the Freshman Team that will work together for a smooth transition for the ninth graders, the Dean of Students whose office and home doors are almost always open, the school counselor -- all are involved. Add to that the Math Lab, the Learning Center, and the Writing Lab, the availability of tutoring if that is necessary, and the benefit of small classes – and you have a village. Collectively, we are quite a force. And, student leaders are trained to be an extension of the adult community – so don't underestimate the positive power of your daughter's dorm leaders and Old Girl – all of whom you will have met the first day of school.

Tell me about the student body.

Tell me about the student body.

The 2006-2007 student body is 70 percent boarding students with a total of 190 girls from 21 states, Washington D.C. and 12 countries. Some 13 percent are students of color, 16 percent are international students and about 23 percent receive almost one million dollars of financial aid.

Is financial aid available?

Is financial aid available?

More than 20% of the students receive financial aid in the form of grants or loans. In 2006 we awarded almost $900,000 in financial aid. To apply for financial aid, families complete the Parents Financial Statement and send their most recent tax returns by February 15. Families are notified if they have received financial aid at the same time as they receive notification about the admission decisions. Families respond to Foxcroft about the offers of admission and financial aid by March 31.

Whom do I call with questions?

Whom do I call with questions?

Contact the Admission Office at anytime. We will answer your question or put you in touch with the right person. (540) 687-4340 Or toll free: (800) 858-2364