Foxcroft School, preparatory school in Middleburg, Virginia
Foxcroft School is a girls' boarding and day school in Virginia serving grades 9 through 12 with a campus spanning about 500 acres. The grounds include historic classroom buildings, the modern Mars STEAM Building with science labs and gardens, stables housing about 60 horses, athletic facilities including a gym and swimming pool, dormitories, and the Audrey Bruce Currier Library at campus center.
Foxcroft was founded in 1914 by Charlotte Noland and has served girls for more than a century. The Fox/Hound tradition began during World War I when students unable to travel home formed competing teams, establishing a lasting custom of community and togetherness that continues today.
The school's traditions like Fox/Hound competitions and the Battle of the Dorms bring students together to celebrate school identity and create lasting bonds. These annual events reflect how the community values teamwork, school spirit, and shared moments that shape the experience of students.
The campus is navigable with clear paths through wooded areas and open fields, though it is a working school environment where visits work best during official events or by prior arrangement. Students move between buildings on foot, so comfortable walking shoes are helpful for exploring the grounds.
The riding program is nationally recognized with stables on campus and about 60 horses that students care for and ride daily, creating a special bond among the community around this shared interest. Many visitors are surprised to discover how central equestrian life is to the school's daily rhythm.
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