Life at LFCDS

Where School Becomes Community

At LFCDS, growth happens everywhere.


Through athletics, arts, clubs, leadership opportunities, and community experiences, students are encouraged to try new things, take meaningful risks, and pursue what excites them. These moments help students build friendships, find their voice, and leave more themselves than when they arrived.

  • Community Meeting

    Celebrating Our Community Together

    Every week, students lead Community Meetings that celebrate achievements, share stories, perform, and bring the entire school together. It's a beloved tradition that builds confidence, leadership, and a sense of belonging from the earliest grades.

  • House System

    Building Connection Across Schools

    The House System brings students together across grade levels, creating friendships, mentorship, and school spirit that span the entire campus. Through friendly competitions, traditions, and shared experiences, every student finds a place to belong.

  • Outdoor Learning

    The Campus Becomes the Classroom

    With 33 acres to explore, learning doesn't stop at the classroom door. From outdoor science lessons and nature exploration to hands-on discovery, students experience the world by engaging directly with it.

  • Arts & Performance

    Creative Expression

    Whether performing on stage, creating in the studio, or discovering a new passion, students develop confidence, creativity, and self-expression through a vibrant arts program that encourages every voice to be heard.

  • Athletics

    Building Character Through Sport

    Athletics teach more than skills on the field or court. Students develop resilience, teamwork, leadership, and sportsmanship while discovering the confidence that comes from challenging themselves and supporting one another.

  • Student Leadership

    Leadership Begins Early

    Leadership isn't reserved for the oldest students. From leading Community Meetings to mentoring younger peers and organizing school initiatives, students are encouraged to use their voice, take initiative, and make a positive impact.

  • Service Learning

    Making a Meaningful Impact

    Service is woven into the LFCDS experience. Students engage with their local and global communities through meaningful projects that foster empathy, responsibility, and the understanding that even small actions can make a lasting difference.

  • Family-Style Lunch

    Gathering together around the table

    Lunch is more than a break in the day. Students and teachers share family-style meals that encourage conversation, strengthen relationships, and build the sense of community that defines life at LFCDS.

  • Public Speaking

    Finding Every Student's Voice

    From the earliest grades, students are encouraged to speak with confidence. Whether presenting projects, leading Community Meetings, or delivering speeches, they develop the communication skills and self-assurance that prepare them for any room.

  • Parent Association

    Partners in Every Step of the Journey

    Parents are an important part of the LFCDS experience. Through the Parent Association, families build lasting friendships, support school traditions, and strengthen the close-knit community that makes LFCDS feel like home.

  • Dress Code

    A Shared Standard

    Our dress code reflects the values of our school community and helps create an environment where every student can thrive. By encouraging neat, comfortable, and age-appropriate attire, we foster a culture of respect, belonging, and readiness for learning.

  • PrimeTime

    Beyond the Bell 

    Available to students in Senior Kindergarten through Grade 8, PrimeTime offers a variety of optional after-school classes taught by LFCDS faculty and outside specialists. From creative pursuits to skill-building activities, students have the opportunity to discover new interests and continue learning beyond the classroom.

Discover How We Learn At LFCDS

From purposeful play in Early Childhood to increasing independence in Upper School, every experience is intentionally connected, helping students discover who they are and preparing them for what's next.