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An Education That Goes Beyond Expectations.

We give students the confidence to challenge themselves, think independently, and pursue their highest potential.

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Global Learning.
Dynamic Approach.

World-acclaimed Age 2–Grade 12 program. Expert teachers.
Unparalleled outcomes.

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Celebrating national recognition in STEM and record-breaking National Merit Semifinalists.

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Outstanding Student Achievements
98%
BASIS Independent students’ Advanced Placement Exam Pass Rate for 2025
1492
Average SAT score out of 1600

for Class of 2025

58%
BASIS Independent students were admitted to a top 25 school*
*Based on U.S. News & World Report Best National Universities and/or Best National Liberal Arts Colleges from 2026.
The
BASIS Independent McLean
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A globally benchmarked academic program proven to be one of the best in the world. Teachers with subject expertise to inspire and support. Unparalleled student outcomes. Discover the benefits of a BASIS Independent McLean education.

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Early Learning Program

Our Toddler through Kindergarten program is carefully designed to encourage a child’s natural tendencies to question, to create, and to discover. This is where we lay a solid foundation for academic success.
Early Learning Program

Primary Program

Led by a Subject Expert Teacher and a Learning Expert Teacher in most classes, students study a well-rounded, integrated curriculum that inspires connections and application of knowledge.
Primary Program

Middle School Program

These grades are designed to foster student independence, self-motivation, confidence, and curiosity: the academic and organizational skills that will prepare them for high school and beyond.
Middle School Program

High School Program

Beginning with Advanced Placement® (AP) coursework and ending with college-style capstone courses and a Senior Project, the BASIS Curriculum in grades 9–12 is consistently ranked as one of the best high school programs in the U.S.
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🏆 Congratulations to the BIM Co-Ed Volleyball T 🏆 Congratulations to the BIM Co-Ed Volleyball Team for winning the semi-final game of the season! Go Hawks!
🏆 Congratulations to the BIM Co-Ed Volleyball Team for winning the semi-final game of the season! Go Hawks!
May 26, 2026
Step into the crucial pre-kindergarten months with Step into the crucial pre-kindergarten months with Kindergarten Enrichment: A Pre-K-to-K Adventure! 🌞

This program eases the transition from preschool to kindergarten, building a strong foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Children strengthen literacy and math skills while practicing kindergarten routines through play and collaborative activities. 

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Step into the crucial pre-kindergarten months with Kindergarten Enrichment: A Pre-K-to-K Adventure! 🌞 This program eases the transition from preschool to kindergarten, building a strong foundation for a lifelong love of learning. Children strengthen literacy and math skills while practicing kindergarten routines through play and collaborative activities. #SummerCamp #BIM #BASISIndependentMcLean
May 26, 2026
– 15% of graduates accepted to a U.S. News Top 10 - 15% of graduates accepted to a U.S. News Top 10 school
- 70% of graduates accepted to a U.S. News Top 26 school
- 95% of graduates accepted to a Top 50 school

This is only a glimpse of the impressive accomplishments of the Class of 2026. We are proud to share that the 2026 college acceptance results are now available, and we invite you to congratulate our seniors as their hard work pays off!

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– 15% of graduates accepted to a U.S. News Top 10 school – 70% of graduates accepted to a U.S. News Top 26 school – 95% of graduates accepted to a Top 50 school This is only a glimpse of the impressive accomplishments of the Class of 2026. We are proud to share that the 2026 college acceptance results are now available, and we invite you to congratulate our seniors as their hard work pays off! Visit our blog to view the full list of results. Link in bio.
May 21, 2026
What better way to celebrate completing the AP exa What better way to celebrate completing the AP exams than with a water balloon competition followed by some ice cream? Congratulations to our high school students on reaching another milestone this year!
What better way to celebrate completing the AP exams than with a water balloon competition followed by some ice cream? Congratulations to our high school students on reaching another milestone this year!
May 18, 2026
BASIS Independent McLean
2 years—Grade 12
8000 Jones Branch Dr.
McLean, VA 22102
(703) 991-6075

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