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MEET THE WOODS

Where the whole child is the whole point.

At The Woods Academy, we believe no child should have to choose between academic excellence and being known, between faith and belonging, between rigorous preparation and a joyful childhood.

Known & Challenged

At The Woods, small class sizes mean your child is never just a name on a roster — teachers know how each student learns, what challenges them, and where they need support. That personal attention pairs with a rare academic edge: daily Spanish and French instruction starting at age three, woven into the school day every single year through eighth grade. It's the kind of language immersion most families search for and can't find — and it happens alongside, not instead of, the individualized attention that makes each child feel truly known.

Formed & Values-Driven

At The Woods, a Montessori-rooted early childhood program lays the foundation for how children learn to think, explore, and problem-solve — building intrinsic motivation rather than dependence on external rewards. That foundation grows into a Catholic identity that's warm and inclusive, not exclusionary: faith is woven into daily life through guidance, service, and social-emotional learning, forming character alongside academics. The result is a graduate who isn't just well-prepared, but well-formed — confident, grounded, and ready to lead with both intellect and integrity.

Rooted & Belonging

At The Woods, being co-ed and not tied to a parish means the community isn't defined by geography or congregation — families come from all backgrounds, united simply by wanting this kind of education for their child. Parents and faculty alike describe the culture as "down to earth" and refreshingly free of the cliques and pretension found at some independent schools. It's a tight-knit community where new families are welcomed quickly, relationships form easily, and every child — and every parent — genuinely belongs.

See Why Families Choose The Woods

Hear directly from parents and alumni about what makes The Woods the right fit — and why so many never looked anywhere else.

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Unlike other private schools, the Woods has everything — academics, arts, athletics, community, service — all in a warm and caring environment. Current Parent

100% Placement in Top-Choice High Schools

Every Woods graduate is accepted into their first-choice high school. See the process behind our placement record — and what it means for your child's future.

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Come See The Woods for Yourself

Schedule a tour and experience the classrooms, the community, and the culture firsthand. We're confident once you visit, you'll understand why families choose us.

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