North Branch School – Afton, Virginia

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Our curriculum promotes the desire to learn and to develop abilities to the fullest. We are dedicated to providing a diverse environment that stimulates curiosity, creativity, and cooperation.

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March 18, 2026

NBS Awards from Regional Science Fair 2026

After a North Branch Science Fair in February for all of our 6th-8th grade students, four students from each grade level qualified to represent NBS at the 46th Annual Virginia…

March 11, 2026

NBS Science Fair

After a fabulous North Branch Science Fair in February 2026, 12 of our 6th-, 7th-, & 8th-graders are headed to the 46th Annual Virginia Piedmont Regional Science Fair at Piedmont…

February 25, 2026

NBS programs & teachers are Family Favorites!

North Branch School is thrilled to announce that all of our programs and many of our teachers have been recognized as CharlottesvilleFamily Favorites for 2025! Every teacher creates an atmosphere…

February 19, 2026

Order Seeds by March 6

NBS is partnering with Fedco Seeds this year to benefit NBS and your garden. Fedco is cooperatively owned and operated, with no GMO seeds. Order by March 6. NBS will…

Everyone is honored at North Branch School!

North Branch School does not discriminate on the basis of race, creed, color, or income and actively seeks minority students. We value racial, economic, and cultural diversity as a source of richness and meaning in the life of the school.