The Civility School:  Teaching Respect for the Comfort and Convenience of Others.

                          Welcome to The Civility School

We offer classes in social skills and modern manners for preschoolers through teenagers. Each age group follows a developmentally appropriate curriculum.  We are conveniently located at 1415 Blue Ridge Road, which is near the University of Virginia in Charlottesville, Virginia. 

                                          What We Do

At The Civility School, we combine the teachings of courteous habits with the development of empathetic intention. Students will learn that thoughtful concern for the comfort and convenience of others will provide a foundation of civility that will guide them through the global terrain of changing rules and customs.

        What Students and Their Families Have to Say

 "Robyn, Last night I took my nine year-old grandson out for dinner.  I was so impressed with his behavior and manners!  (He has had a poor track record in that department.)  He opened the door, held my chair, cut his meat with a knife, put a reasonable amount of food on his fork, used a napkin and chewed with his mouth closed.  Yeah for you!!  He is looking forward to more sessions with The Civility School..."

 "When I saw my daughter introduce herself and offer her hand for a handshake to my friend's elderly father, I was amazed.  This class has given her confidence in social situations which she previously lacked.  She is enjoying showing us all that she has learned at the table as well."

"From my daughter, who was quite reluctant to take the class, a total 180 in terms of her attitude:  She said, 'I think it was exactly what I needed, Mom!'"

"Every child should attend at least one session at The Civility School, whether the child thinks he or she has manners or not!  My boys have learned so much about not only being well-mannered, but about being a good citizen.  We seem to have lost sight of teaching our children that the world doesn't always revolve around them...children today need to be reminded to be conscious of the wants and needs of others around them as well.  Kudo to you for reintroducing empathy into the next generation!"

"Robyn understands kids and where they are developmentally.  We all want our kids to feel confident in all kinds of social situations.  Robyn gives them the experiences they need for this to develop.  Her program is a real gift to our kids and our community.  My son had a great time in her class." 

"Robyn Jackson taught my daughter about modern manners in a fun and engaging way, from the basics of thank-you note writing to good sportsmanship on the field.  More than that, she reinforced the more important qualities that are at the heart of good manners, such as being a good listener and being respectful of others."

"Robyn, being greeted after school with, 'Mom, how was your day today?' instead of 'What's for snack?' has been a joy!  Thank you for reintroducing civility and courtesy into our home."

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                                         About The Director

Robyn Jackson is the director of The Civility School.  She has a master's degree in Counselor Education from the University of Virginia, has taught preschool through high school French, and has counseled children in elementary through high school.  During her years as a school counselor, much of her focus was on individual and small group social skills training.  In addition, she has three sons, who are delightful, yet provide endless opportunity for practicing social etiquette teaching and empathy training.