St. Albans School, Private preparatory school on Mount St. Alban, Washington D.C., United States.
St. Albans School is a preparatory institution for boys in grades 4 through 12 located on the National Cathedral grounds in Washington D.C., offering both day and boarding programs. The campus includes classrooms, athletic facilities, and residential buildings for around 575 students supported by about 100 faculty members.
The school opened its doors in 1909 through a bequest from Harriet Lane Johnston, originally intended to educate boys who sang in the cathedral choir. Over the decades, the institution grew into a general preparatory school with a broader educational mission.
Boys attend worship services twice each week at Washington National Cathedral, where the connection between academic life and spiritual practice becomes part of the school routine. This rhythm shapes the week for students who move between classrooms and the cathedral next door.
The school keeps class sizes small, with an average of 13 students per room, allowing for personal attention and direct conversation with teachers. Visitors should know that the campus sits on Mount St. Alban and spreads across several buildings.
The school partners with the neighboring National Cathedral School, allowing boys to take part in mixed classes and activities. This arrangement creates opportunities for shared learning while both institutions maintain separate identities.
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