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For more than 100 years St. Anne’s-Belfield School has provided students with a multi-dimensional education experience that encourages them to grow into compassionate, engaged citizens. Each of our students are known well, supported in their unique interests and initiatives, and counted as valued members of a diverse community.

Our Mission

“We wish our students to become strong in body, broad of mind, tender of heart, responsive in soul.” – Mary Hyde DuVal, Founding Headmistress

A female basketball player in a white uniform, number 22, jumps to shoot the ball as opposing players in black uniforms attempt to block her on an indoor basketball court. Spectators and banners are visible in the background.
A stone and white building with large arched windows, surrounded by flowering trees and greenery, is shown on a bright, sunny day. Steps lead up to the entrance, and a blue sky with clouds is visible above.
Four people stand outside on a paved path, smiling at the camera. The group includes two young men, a woman in a blue shirt with a lanyard, and a young woman in white. Trees and a building are visible in the background.
Girls smiling

Our History

Black and white photo of St. Anne's School, Charlottesville, Virginia Original Campus founded in 1910
1910
St. Anne’s School founded
A black and white photo of eight young women in white dresses holding large bouquets of flowers, posing formally for a group portrait. The year 1913 is marked in the lower right corner.
1913
St. Anne’s School first graduating class
A simple illustration of a tall, arched window with a grid of rectangular panes and a thick dark cross design at the center.
1939
The new academic building, Randolph Hall is named after Augusta Blue Randolph, headmistress
A maroon shield-shaped badge with the word BELFIELD at the top, a torch in the center, and a scroll below displaying the letters DIS CO.
1955
The Belfield School opens
A group of women in white dresses holding bouquets stand in a grassy outdoor area while a few people observe and take photos. Trees fill the background. The photo is black and white and labeled 1970 in the corner.
1970
St. Anne’s and Belfield School merger approved
A large group of young men in tuxedos and young women in white dresses holding bouquets pose together on a stage for a formal group photo. The year 1974 is printed in the bottom right corner.
1974
First co-ed graduating class from St. Anne’s-Belfield School
Bright green and red fireworks light up the night sky above a large, well-lit building with a pointed roof and cupola, surrounded by smaller connected structures and an open courtyard.
2010
Belfield Campus grand opening and Centennial Celebration
A modern library interior with two levels, featuring red lounge chairs, bookshelves, tables, and large glass walls. The upper level has more seating and overlooks the spacious lower area with wooden flooring.
2023
Randolph Hall renovations complete, opening of the Lourie Learning Center
Aerial view of a campus with white buildings surrounded by vibrant autumn trees and colorful foliage, with a forested hill and mountains in the background at sunset.
2024
Semicentennial Celebration honoring 50 years since the merger
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A woman in academic regalia speaks at a wooden podium during a graduation ceremony at St. Anne’s-Belfield School. Two other women in robes are seated nearby, with flowers and a school banner visible.
Our Leadership
Four people, including two baseball players in striped uniforms reading Saints, pose for a smiling selfie outdoors. A woman in a STAB shirt and hat stands in the middle. Others and trees are visible in the background.
Our Signature Experiences
Black and white photo of a group of around 30 teenagers and a few adults standing close together indoors, smiling at the camera. Some are wearing casual clothes; there are windows in the background.
Our Alumni
Aerial view of a large school campus with blue-roofed brick buildings, sports fields, parking lots, and surrounding trees, captured during autumn with mountains and sunrise in the background.
Our Campuses
A group of young children in matching maroon shirts sit and smile together on a grassy field, arms around each other, with water bottles in front of them and other kids in the background.
Our Quick Facts
A group of high school students in uniforms walk outside on a sunny day, talking and smiling as they follow a curved path lined with greenery and trees.
Our Inclusive Excellence
Young men in blue suits and red bow ties sit in rows at an event, possibly a graduation, with a red curtain behind them. Several young women in white outfits are seated in front. Everyone looks attentive.
Our Portrait of a Graduate
Students in uniforms sit and stand in groups eating lunch outside on a sunny day, near picnic tables and a grassy field, with trees and hills in the background.
Our Safety and Security

Our Vision

To inspire and prepare the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders.

Core Values

Integrity

Creativity

Curiosity

Agency

Diversity

Impact

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