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 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, Chéries (grades 2-4) and Belles (grades 5-7).

SKILLS TO LAST A LIFETIME
Introductions & Lasting Impressions • Poise, Posture & Deportment • Social Graces & Politesse • Making Conversation • Home Pride/Turn down & Tidy Room • Correspondence • Netiquette & Social •Floral Design • Dress Codes & Personal Image • Public Speaking • Cultural & Arts Appreciation • Afternoon Tea Etiquette • Art de la Table • Fine Dining Etiquette

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.

Please read our Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs | Chéries

FAQs | Belles

OFFERINGS
Monthly Training Session & Monthly Formal Dinner
Holiday Afternoon Tea, O Street Mansion Tour and Graduation Ceremony at the Ritz


LESSON DETAILS
Every 1st Sunday
The Historic Morrison Clark Inn from
12:30 PM – 2:30 PM

TUITION
2100 USD
(33/33/33) payment schedule available
(3 seats remaining)