Anonymous
05/06/2016 11:58
Subject: Re:The Madeira School?
It's focused on horses, that's what it's focused on.
Anonymous
04/28/2016 10:43
Subject: The Madeira School?
Anonymous wrote:My friend who went to Madeira years ago is lovely and not at all like that.
I know a few - one is lovely but two are as described above - smile to your face and whisper about you the minute you turn around. One even very obviously hides from people she doesn't want to talk to like a 7th grader. That is behavior I had not come across in DC from parents before which is why I mention it.
Anonymous
04/28/2016 09:55
Subject: The Madeira School?
My friend who went to Madeira years ago is lovely and not at all like that.
Anonymous
04/28/2016 09:36
Subject: The Madeira School?
Not sure if it is being isolated with just girls with no nearby schools or whatnot, but a few of the Madeira women I know are very catty, gossipy, and two-faced. All smiles to your face but gossipy behind your back. I would be concerned about having my daughter in that kind of environment especially if it is isolated geographically.
Anonymous
04/24/2016 14:30
Subject: The Madeira School?
Lots of good threads on this school. Just search.
Anonymous
04/24/2016 12:45
Subject: The Madeira School?
Anonymous wrote:Anyone familiar with Madeira?
Yes, my DD is a sophomore and it is an all-girls 1/2 boarding 1/2 day school near DC.
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?
I would say all of the above. They have strong programs in all areas. Unlike some schools in the area, you do not have to be a sports star to be on the team and you don't have to be an academician to succeed here.
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like?
Co-Curriculum is the best part of the Madeira experience. My DD currently a sophomore spent five full weeks at a Title I school assisting in a first grade classroom. That's 200 hours of community service, the benefit of knowing what it is like in a real work environment and the growth of being among students who are less fortunate then herself. Next year she will be on the hill with a 18 year senator. You can't beat the opportunity to see our government in action. Her senior year she will select (on her own) what interests her and the Co-Curricum department will assist her in finding a placement to pursue her passion and interest.
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at?
Madeira is competitive. They are looking for high SSAT, GPA and maturity.
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.
My DD loves the school. There is a great deal of faculty support. Being girl focused helps young girls reach for leadership opportunities and challenges them both academically and personally.
Anonymous
04/24/2016 12:44
Subject: The Madeira School?
Anyone familiar with Madeira?
Yes, my DD is a sophomore and it is an all-girls 1/2 boarding 1/2 day school near DC.
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?
I would say all of the above. They have strong programs in all areas. Unlike some schools in the area, you do not have to be a sports star to be on the team and you don't have to be an academician to succeed here.
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like?
Co-Curriculum is the best part of the Madeira experience. My DD currently a sophomore spent five full weeks at a Title I school assisting in a first grade classroom. That's 300 hours of community service, the benefit of knowing what it is like in a real work environment and the growth of being among students who are less fortunate then herself. Next year she will be on the hill with a 18 year senator. You can't beat the opportunity to see our government in action. Her senior year she will select (on her own) what interests her and the Co-Curricum department will assist her in finding a placement to pursue her passion and interest.
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at?
Madeira is competitive. They are looking for high SSAT, GPA and maturity.
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.
My DD loves the school. There is a great deal of faculty support. Being girl focused helps young girls reach for leadership opportunities and challenges them both academically and personally.
Yes, my DD is a sophomore and it is an all-girls 1/2 boarding 1/2 day school near DC.
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?
I would say all of the above. They have strong programs in all areas. Unlike some schools in the area, you do not have to be a sports star to be on the team and you don't have to be an academician to succeed here.
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like?
Co-Curriculum is the best part of the Madeira experience. My DD currently a sophomore spent five full weeks at a Title I school assisting in a first grade classroom. That's 300 hours of community service, the benefit of knowing what it is like in a real work environment and the growth of being among students who are less fortunate then herself. Next year she will be on the hill with a 18 year senator. You can't beat the opportunity to see our government in action. Her senior year she will select (on her own) what interests her and the Co-Curricum department will assist her in finding a placement to pursue her passion and interest.
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at?
Madeira is competitive. They are looking for high SSAT, GPA and maturity.
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.
My DD loves the school. There is a great deal of faculty support. Being girl focused helps young girls reach for leadership opportunities and challenges them both academically and personally.
Anonymous
04/11/2016 07:27
Subject: Re:The Madeira School?
There have been a number of recent discussions on Madeira, OP, so you also should use the search function if you don't get the info you need in this thread.
Anonymous
04/10/2016 19:06
Subject: The Madeira School?
Also, I got the sense that they were not cut throat competitive but valued academics. Focus on academics and extracurriculars.
Anonymous
04/10/2016 19:02
Subject: The Madeira School?
Sorry PP here, as to SSAT, yes strong scores will certainly help but I really got the sense that if you can bring something else to the table it may compensate for less than stellar scores. I would say if your scores are not what you hoped for, bring it up on the interview.
I also heard (from them but also from admissions counselors, our own school, etc) it was extremely competitive this year compared to last several years.
They sent a cute email on decision day right at midnight with pictures of balloons to accepted students saying congratulations.
I also heard (from them but also from admissions counselors, our own school, etc) it was extremely competitive this year compared to last several years.
They sent a cute email on decision day right at midnight with pictures of balloons to accepted students saying congratulations.
Anonymous
04/10/2016 18:55
Subject: The Madeira School?
DD applied for next year (8th grade now). It is a very lovely school and was impressed with them tremendously. We had GDS and Potomac as choices and ended up choosing Potomac.
However, I have nothing bad to say about Madeira. Class act through and through. I would say it was probably the best admissions department we dealt with (GDS and revamped Potomac were good as well but slight edge to Madeira).
I looked closely at the co-curricular program and it sounded very nice. They gear it to the interests of the kid. For example, if you want to be a lawyer, it might be in a legal office.
However, I have nothing bad to say about Madeira. Class act through and through. I would say it was probably the best admissions department we dealt with (GDS and revamped Potomac were good as well but slight edge to Madeira).
I looked closely at the co-curricular program and it sounded very nice. They gear it to the interests of the kid. For example, if you want to be a lawyer, it might be in a legal office.
Anonymous
04/10/2016 09:30
Subject: Re:The Madeira School?
My DD graduated a few years ago. It was a great experience. Academics are challenging. Other interests vary, some girls are into sports, some drama, etc. just like anywhere I suppose. Riding is a big thing for some, maybe 25% of the girls ride. Swimming is big. The all met swimmer of the year this year is a Madeira girl.
Lots of traditions at Madeira, which my DD loved. Interesting mix of girls since they come from all over.
Lots of traditions at Madeira, which my DD loved. Interesting mix of girls since they come from all over.
anonymous78
04/10/2016 09:26
Subject: Re:The Madeira School?
@PP:
by "good" SSAT scores, do you mean 2000+?
Does Madeira have that self-segregating atmosphere of most private schools?
What is swimming, lacrosse, and volleyball like at the school?
by "good" SSAT scores, do you mean 2000+?
Does Madeira have that self-segregating atmosphere of most private schools?
What is swimming, lacrosse, and volleyball like at the school?
Anonymous
04/10/2016 09:21
Subject: The Madeira School?
anonymous78 wrote:Anyone familiar with Madeira? It's an all-girls school near DC.
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like?
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at?
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.
The girl are focused on whatever they choose - it varies.
Did you take a tour? It's hard to convey exactly what the entire school is like in a post. Is your daughter boarding or day?
It's difficult to get in. SSAT scores must be pretty good.
I graduated over 15 years ago. It was nice and a good education, but I don't want to immerse my child in an unrealistic and self-segregating elite environment like that (i.e. most elite private schools), so I won't be looking at private schools.
anonymous78
04/10/2016 09:16
Subject: The Madeira School?
Anyone familiar with Madeira? It's an all-girls school near DC.
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like?
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at?
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.
What are the girls there focused on--academics? athletics? arts?
Co-curriculum, activities, academics, athletics, etc. - what is it like?
Admissions - how difficult is it to get in? SSAT scores? What do they look at?
DD likes the school a lot. Personal anecdotes and/or other opinions all welcome.