We strive to optimize and customize visits to Middleburg Academy, both for prospective students and for their parents. During the time you spend here on campus, we aim to provide you with as complete an understanding of our school as possible, answer every question -- both general (what is the guiding mission of the school?), and specific (are athletic uniforms provided?) -- and explore those aspects and activities of the school that interest you most.
Whenever possible, we encourage prospective students to spend the full academic day here, or a significant portion of it. On a visit day, we typically also plan a meeting with the prospective parents. For many parents, this is most conveniently scheduled in the morning at the time of their student’s drop-off.
When you contact our Admissions Office to schedule your visit, we will discuss your student’s areas of interest and plan his or her “Shadow Day” accordingly.
How long will I be on campus?
Ideally, we would like you to arrive at 8:05 a.m. to meet with Mr. Britton, Director of Admissions. You will be paired with a Middleburg Academy student ambassador who will host you throughout the day. This is also the time when parents generally meet with the Director of Admissions to learn more about the school and to have their questions answered. For students who are able to spend the entire day with us, parents should return to campus at 3:15 p.m. Prior to the end of the school day, the Director of Admissions will have interviewed the applicant and discussed his or her “Shadow Day” experience.
What should I wear for my “Shadow Day” visit?
We request that visiting students dress in keeping with the Middleburg Academy dress code, so that they are made to feel comfortable throughout the academic day and fully a part of the school community. We do not, however, wish for any prospective family to feel compelled to purchase clothing items specifically for the visit day. For any questions, please contact cbritton@middleburgacademy.org.
We suggest the following:
Boys: We prefer you to dress in khaki or blue pants; a solid color button down or polo shirt, and dress shoes (no sneakers or boots).
Girls: We prefer you to dress in solid color slacks or a skirt (no higher than 2”above the knee); conservative blouse, solid color button down or polo shirt; dress shoes or sandals.
What will I do for lunch?
A lunch ticket will be provided and you will be hosted at a table with your student ambassador. Of course, those wishing to bring a bag lunch from home are welcome to do so.
Can I try any sports, clubs, or other activities while I’m at the school?
We welcome prospective students’ attendance at performing arts rehearsals, clubs, and other activities taking place at Middleburg Academy on the day of your school visit (or at another time, arranged through our Admissions Office). For sports, we welcome our visitors on the sidelines and would be happy to arrange opportunities to meet one-on-one with any of our coaches. We are strictly prohibited from allowing anyone other than our enrolled students from directly participating in athletic practices or games.