Portrait of a Saint

The Portrait of a Saint

Developed through our Strategic Planning process, the Portrait of a Saint is the shared vision of the qualities we believe define every Saints graduate. Informed by the voices of students, faculty, staff, parents, and trustees, it reflects our mission, our values, and our aspirations for the future. The Portrait guides our work across every grade level, ensuring that a Saints education prepares students to lead lives of goodness, purpose, and lifelong learning.

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Pursuing Knowledge + Goodness Together

At St. Stephen’s and St. Agnes School, our students lead with optimism and empathy, create with passion, and live with integrity. At the heart of our mission is the pursuit of goodness. It is not merely something we do, but is something we live. Saints are curious and capable. They think critically, communicate clearly, and engage deeply. They approach complexity with confidence, ask meaningful questions, and apply their knowledge with purpose. Grounded in collaboration and a deep respect for others, they are prepared to navigate an ever-changing world and to translate their values into action, making a meaningful difference in their communities and beyond.

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Saints...

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Voted #1 Top K-12 Independent School

On three campuses in Alexandria, SSSAS provides exceptional education within an Episcopal tradition. This independent school offers rigorous academics, competitive athletics, and comprehensive arts programs. The school's nurturing community emphasizes character development, service learning, and spiritual growth. With dedicated faculty, students receive personalized attention, preparing them for college and beyond.

—Virginia Living’s Best of Virginia 2025, Voted #1 Top K-12 Independent School in Northern Virginia

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A Niche Ranked Best School in Virginia

A Best Private K-12 School,
Best High Schools for STEM and,
Best Christian High School in Virginia.

Why Discerning Families Choose SSSAS:

93% Character/moral development
86% Quality of teaching faculty
83% Rigorous academics
83% Mission and ethos of the school

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Explore Our Academic Programs

With small class sizes and dedicated expert faculty, every child is seen, known, and supported. At each grade level, we focus on developing confidence, empathy, and essential academic and social skills through meaningful learning experiences.

Lower School

Age 3-Grade 5

Where wonder begins. They're not just learning to read—they're learning to question, create, and care.

Middle School

Grades 6-8

Where childhood meets independence. Our middle schoolers design, create, and explore while discovering who they are.

Upper School

Grades 9-12

Where college dreams become reality. With 34 APs and real-world learning, our students are ready to excel.

Portrait of a Saint

The Portrait of a Saint

Saints...

Seek Understanding with Curiosity, Resilience, and Critical Thought

Grow in Character and Goodness

Express Themselves with Passion, Clarity, and Creativity

Why Discerning Families Choose SSSAS:

Express Themselves with Passion,
Clarity, and Creativity