🇺🇸 The Lady & Gent School Program ⋆ For Boys & Girls ⋆ Etiquette & Confidence Camp ⋆ Ages 6-16 ⋆ Week of August 3, 2026
​Raise a Polished & Confident Young Leader
​​​Imagine your child standing taller with more refinement and confidence!
​​​Imagine your child standing taller with more refinement and confidence! The Lady & Gent School program by Pelworth is a meticulously designed co-educational etiquette camp to help you make that vision a reality. Within the walls of our elegant school, your child is invited to join a dynamic group of peers to practice the art of refinement, presence, and confidence. Through our signature non-shaming, engaging approach, they won't just learn "rules"—they will discover the social fluency and grace required for lifelong success.
​★ What's New For 2026
​Pelworth is the new home of The Lady School and The Gent School. We have unified our programs under one institutional name—Pelworth—to better serve our families with a timeless standard of excellence. Our co-ed sessions provide a unique opportunity for boys and girls to learn the art of social harmony and mutual respect in a professional, guided environment.
​Pelworth means: Polish, Elegance, Worth
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​What Your Child Will Experience
​​✓ Nurturing Guidance: Your child will be guided with love, warmth, dignity, and respect by "Aunty" Lady VJ, celebrating the richness of our diverse tribes and origins.
​​✓ Nurturing Guidance: Your child will be guided with love, warmth, dignity, and respect.
​​✓ Fine Dining & Catering: They will enjoy a delicious selection of American, Texan, and French-inspired cuisine and snacks served daily on fine china.
​​✓ Professional Learning Environment: Interactive lessons that turn social skills into fun, real-world experiences.
​​✓ Peer Placement: Students are thoughtfully paired with peers of similar age and maturity to ensure a comfortable, engaging, and age-appropriate social experience.
​​✓ Relevant Instruction: Essential life skills that establish a solid foundation for future success in leadership, social circles, and beyond.
​​✓ Graduation Ceremony: A formal celebration to honor each student’s progress, complete with a certificate of achievement and a showcase of their skills on the final day.
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​What Parents are Saying
​★★★★★ Exceptional
​"My daughters recently attended the two-day finishing school class, and the experience was nothing short of exceptional. From start to finish, the program was not only informative but also incredibly engaging and fun. Both had an exhilarating time and came home brimming with excitement and confidence."
​Ladi S., Parent, Google Review
​★★★★★ Truly Transformative
​"I am absolutely thrilled with the experience my daughters (ages 16 and 13) had at The Lady School of Etiquette. As a parent, it's been incredible to see them grow and develop into confident, poised young ladies. The school's focus on etiquette, finishing, and lady-like behavior has been truly transformative for them."
​Aite K.B., Parent, Google Review
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​What Your Child Will Learn
​During camp, we introduce your daughter to a new way of being—practicing the skills that lead to a lifetime of natural confidence:
​Polite Expressions that show respect.
​Gracious Greetings that are memorable.
​Engaging Conversations that make connections.
​Personal Care to reflect responsibility.
​Elegant Dining for any occasion, practiced on fine china.
​Time Management for daily independence.
​Confident Presence that feels natural.
​Relationship Building for a lifetime of community.
​Thoughtful Attitude to honor those around them.
​Social Etiquette to navigate any room with ease.
​Digital Etiquette for a respectful online presence.
​Personal Organization for increased productivity.
​*We recommend a 3-day camp for a complete immersive experience.
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​What Students Are Saying
​How It Works
​This program runs each day from Monday to Wednesday. However, you may choose the number of days you wish to participate in.
​Select Your Program: Review our 2-day or 3-day immersion options for students ages 8–16. (Advanced 7-year-olds are also warmly welcomed.)
​Enroll Your Student: Choose your preferred dates and secure your child’s seat with a simple, one-time payment.
​Start the Journey: Your student joins our community for an engaging experience that builds the foundation for life-long confidence.
​Where Your Child Will Be
​Located in the heart of the Westchase District, our elegant facility is approximately 15 minutes from the Houston Galleria. Enjoy the peace of mind that comes with knowing your student is learning in a safe, pristine, and beautifully refined environment.
​Address: 3640 Westchase Drive, Houston, Texas 77042
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​What Your Child Will Wear
​We invite our students to "Dress to Inspire" in Nigerian garments.
​For Girls: Black dresses, skirts, or dressy trousers.
​For Boys: Black trousers and a black button-down shirt or polo.
​Accessories: Gold or silver jewelry/watches; hair accessories, bows, or ties.
​Footwear: Comfortable dress shoes or flats. (No athletic or tennis shoes, please.)
​Personal Items: A small bag or tote to carry daily belongings. Each student will be provided with a private storage bin for each day.
​Who Will Guide Your Child
​For over 20 years, Lady VJ has dedicated her career to helping families, professionals, and leaders navigate their most important moments with confidence and grace. As the founder of Pelworth and the creator of the Polished Nigerian Etiquette Program, she bridges the gap between traditional African values and modern global standards. Having lived abroad for 25 years, she understands the deep desire parents have for their children to exhibit the dignity and fluency of their culture.
​​A member of the International League of Cotillions, Lady VJ holds professional certificates from the Protocol School of Washington and the Fashion Institute of Technology, New York. She is also the Founder and Chief Elegance Officer at NOTIQ.com, a global lifestyle brand celebrated for its elegant and sustainable personal organization products for professionals, later licensed and sold through major national retailers.
​​When she’s not speaking, teaching, or delivering keynotes, Lady VJ is deeply committed to her community and actively serves on school boards. She finds joy in reading, writing, and cooking for her husband, children, and their beloved Maltese dog.
​Contact Lady VJ
​Questions? Please text 281.770.4684. We typically respond within one business day.