Oakwood School was founded in 1971 by Bob & Mary McIntyre, supported by Dr. Wretha Peterson. In 1981, Oakwood purchased the current property at 7210 Braddock Road in Annandale, VA. In 2023 we started the school year with a fully renovated building with approximately 42,000 sq. feet designed to support students with diverse learning needs.
In addition to our 21 full-time classroom teachers (see below!) we also have 4 full-time Academic Team members that oversee curriculum, professional development, and lead weekly collaboration meetings designed to support teaching staff and individualized student growth and development. Both Skills on the Hill LLC and McLean Speech and Language hold on-site space in our school, offering opportunities for families to contract for individual or small group appointments.
Oakwood School is licensed by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), accredited by Virginia Council on Private Education (VCPE) and the Virginia Association of Independent Special Education Facilities (VAISEF), and a member of the Association of Independent Schools of Greater Washington (AISGW).
