Kirov Academy

Kirov Academy is dedicated to artistic and academic excellence and to the investment of a moral education in our students. Founded on universal principles of love, respect, and service, Kirov Academy believes in the importance of the arts and culture in creating a world of beauty and effectuating positive change.

The mission of Kirov Academy of Washington, DC is to prepare students to become the next generation of professional artists in the world of ballet and music: classically trained ballet dancers through the principles and aesthetics of the Vaganova Method of Classical Ballet taught at the Vaganova Choreographic Institute in St. Petersburg, Russia, and classically trained musicians through methods taught by renowned classical artists from around the world, via interactive virtual technology showcasing Kirov’s recent collaboration with Moscow State Conservatory and Sunhwa Arts School. Concurrently, students pursue a multi-faceted academic program including the core subjects and the arts, each furthering the objectives to build a solid educational foundation, and to create, cultivate, and prepare the student for life as a professional artist and to continue their mastery at the College level. The proactive resident life program supports the Academy’s mission as it strives to refine and broaden the student’s experiences through constructive cultural, artistic, and creative endeavors. Additionally, the rigorous academic program serves as a pathway for academic-only students to graduate from a fully accredited high school, and enter top universities in the world.

Kirov Academy of Ballet (KAB) of Washington DC was founded in 1990. Kirov is the only private school and non-profit organization 501(c)(3) that provides an accredited, stimulating academic curriculum, an active 24/7 resident life program, as well as an outstanding ballet program. It was the first dance school outside Russia to officially be given the name “Kirov”. At the opening ceremony, in 1990, letters of congratulations were offered by President Bush and John E. Frohnmeyer, Chairman of the National Endowment for the Arts.

Kirov Academy of Ballet prepares students to become the next generation of classically trained ballet dancers through the principles and aesthetics of the Vaganova Method of Classical Ballet taught at the Vaganova Choreographic Institute in St. Petersburg, Russia. Concurrently, students pursue a multi-faceted academic program including the core subjects and the arts, each furthering the objectives to build a solid educational foundation, and to create, cultivate, and prepare the student for life as a professional artist. The founding patrons, Rev. Dr. Sun Myung Moon and Dr. Hak Ja Han Moon, opened the school with the vision of "Creating a World of Beauty through Heavenly Art.”

Kirov Academy is a fine arts boarding school that offers a fully comprehensive program incorporating classical ballet, classical music, and academics for middle and high school students. Kirov Academy is one of the only private schools and non-profit organizations that provides an accredited, stimulating academic curriculum, an active 24/7 resident life program, as well as outstanding ballet and music programs. Kirov has an onsite Physical Therapist, Counselor, and Nurse; as well as a Nutritionist. Our professional kitchen staff provides wholesome meals, fresh fruits and vegetables, and takes into account dietary preferences for Kirov’s hard-working students.