Leon’s Beauty School is a propriety institution providing Cosmetology and Esthetics education and services in Greensboro, NC and the triad area. Founded Leon Oldham in 1963, the institution originally opened on Tate Street in Greensboro as Maison de Paris College. In 1974, the school relocated to a larger facilities on Walker Avenue and in 1977, it was renamed Leon’s Beauty School in honor of its founder.
The school continued its expansion with a move to Gate City Boulevard in 1981, followed by relocation to its current facility on Coliseum Boulevard 2007. Mrs. Leon Oldham served as President and Director of the school until her death in August 1994. Leadership of the institution was then assumed by her daughter, Parker Washburn, who operated the school for 30 years until her passing in 2024. Following this, Robert D. Chandler – who served as an instructor and Director of Education at Leon’s Beauty School for 45 years became President and Director until his retirement in 2025.
Caring deeply for our industry, employees and students, Leon’s Beauty School is currently under the leadership of Steve Lilley, President and Vicki Estes, Director, who collectively bring over 25 years of experience with the institution. Leon’s Beauty School is a private, co-educational institution offering professional training in Cosmetology and Esthetics. The programs are designed to prepare graduates for careers including but not limited to, hairdressers, beauty salon manager, skin care specialist, makeup artists, and manicurist.
Leon’s Beauty School also offers Teacher Training courses in Cosmetology and Esthetics.