The Finishing School
LE SAVOIR VIVRE
Savoir vivre (m) noun; sa·voir-vi·vre (sav-wahr-vee-vruh)
Definition: Knowledge of the world and the ways of polite society
We are pleased to offer the Etiquette Institute of Washington’s Finishing School 2023-2024 centered on the French principle of le savoir vivre, translated as “knowledge of life”. The program graduates young ladies who are able to meet life with poise, good manners and elegance.
In order to welcome younger ages into our program, we will offer two age groups, Belles (grades 6-7) & Chéries (grades 4-5).
The Finishing School is a selective program and provides personalized lessons and private consultations for participants. Students are encouraged to maintain extracurricular activities including performing and fine arts, foreign language studies, sports and rigorous academic programs. Please see details for each program below along with link to application.
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TWO PROGRAMS | Belles & Chéries
CHÉRIES | Grades 4-5
OFFERINGS
Monthly Training Session & Monthly Formal Dinner
Holiday Afternoon Tea and Graduation Ceremony at the Ritz
LESSON DETAILS
Every 1st Sunday
The Historic Morrison Clark Inn from 3:00 – 5:00 PM
1:00 – 2:30 PM
TUITION
1800 USD
(payment schedule available)
Two Seats Remaining
BELLES | Grades 6-7
OFFERINGS
Monthly Training Session & Monthly Formal Dinner
Cultural excursions will include a Holiday Tea, Formal Etiquette Dinner,
Kennedy Center Ballet, Glenstone Museum, and Graduation Ceremony at the Ritz, along with guest speakers
LESSON DETAILS
Every 1st Sunday at
The Historic Morrison Clark Inn from 3:00 – 5:00 PM
TUITION
2400 USD
(payment schedule available)
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