Annunciation Catholic School DC

The school is rooted in the principles of faith, knowledge, and service, operating as a community that emphasizes character formation and the belief that children thrive when they are seen and valued. It promotes a culture of F.A.I.T.H.—Fortitude, Achievement, Integrity, Teamwork, and Holiness—and encourages students to be respectful, responsible, and reverent. The educational approach is relational and mission-driven, aiming to prepare students for both academic success and a life of purpose.

The school is an authorized IB World School offering the Primary Years Programme (PYP) and emphasizes a S.T.R.E.A.M. (Science, Technology, Religion, Engineering, Arts, Math) curriculum. Academic offerings include language immersion programs, Spanish and Latin instruction starting in Pre-K, and a comprehensive religious education program aligned with Archdiocese of Washington standards. The school also provides a 100% online Global Campus option for middle schoolers, featuring live instruction and asynchronous learning.

Annunciation Catholic School reports a 100% acceptance rate for its graduates into Catholic, independent, and magnet high schools. Alumni have been accepted to institutions such as Georgetown Preparatory School, St. John’s College High School, and the National Cathedral School. The school emphasizes long-term success by fostering global citizenship, academic confidence, and spiritual growth.

The school maintains a dedicated Learning Center and employs academic support coaches to provide 1:1 intervention and personalized education plans. The staff is trained to support English Language Learners (ELL), and the school offers a specific High School Guidance and Support Program to assist families with placement testing, application processes, and transition workshops.

Annunciation Catholic School accepts students from Pre-K (age three by August 31st) through 8th grade. The admissions process includes a review of report cards and standardized test results, an online academic assessment, and a family interview. New students are subject to a trial period of at least one semester to ensure academic and social fit, and the school makes reasonable accommodations for learning differences where resources allow.

The school operates on a traditional academic calendar, with summer office hours available from Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. Families can access specific dates, school closings, and delay information through the school's online parent portal.

The campus features an innovative Maker Space Lab and provides 1:1 Chromebooks for students in grades 1-8. The school also operates an online "Global Campus" for grades 4-8, which utilizes proctored online assessments and cybersecurity software to deliver a full E-learning curriculum. Before and after-care programs are available to support families.

The school offers a wide range of clubs and activities, including Robotics, Model UN, Debate, Chess, Coding, and various arts-based groups like Chorus, Acting/Drama, and Liturgical Dance. Sports offerings include CYO basketball, track, and cross country, alongside specialized clubs such as the St. Francis De Sales Club, Social Justice Club, and Money Literacy Club. Students may also participate in service-oriented groups like Altar Servers and Safety Patrols.