We are proud to offer an educational experience for your child rooted in the Classical Catholic Tradition. Good Shepherd School’s ultimate goal extends far beyond high school or college preparation; each staff member is passionately dedicated to helping your child become a saint.

At our school, your child will learn from the same model of education that has inspired some of the greatest minds in history by focusing on the True, Good, and Beautiful. All aspects of our school—including our strong partnerships with families, rigorous academics, and vibrant school culture—are shaped by the Catholic understanding of human flourishing. 

At Good Shepherd School, we believe that:

1. The classical model of education best reflects a child’s natural learning. The Trivium provides a toolbox of time-tested methods to immerse a child in the great ideas of Western Civilization. This consistently encourages the joy of discovery and the love of learning.

2. A strong partnership between families and teachers is essential to help children reach their full potential as intelligent, virtuous children of God. Parents are the primary educators of their children. They are responsible for teaching their children at home, selecting supportive mentors and co-educators outside the home, and excluding harmful influences from their children’s lives.

3. Modern society greatly underestimates children’s potential and desire for intellectual pursuits and heroic virtue. It is the responsibility of educators—at home and school—to tap into this natural impulse and inspire enthusiasm, independence, and deep learning.

Our families are consistently amazed to see their children memorizing Scripture at a young age, reciting poetry, and demonstrating their understanding of Latin. The best part is that your child will find great joy in this adventure of learning at Good Shepherd School. I look forward to partnering with you as we guide your child to grow in wisdom, virtue, and a deeper love for Christ. Please contact us at admissions@goodshepherdschoolva.com to schedule a time to visit.

In Christ our Good Shepherd,

Nick Antonacci, M.Ed.
Head of School