Lake Forest Elementary School - About Us

Lake Forest Elementary School is a suburban school located in the Lake Forest Community, near Wade Hampton Boulevard and Pleasantburg Drive. We proudly serve students in four-year-old kindergarten through fifth grade and are committed to providing a high-quality education that empowers every child to learn, grow, lead, and succeed.

Our diverse student population represents many cultures, languages, and backgrounds, creating a rich learning environment where all students are valued and celebrated. At Lake Forest, we believe strong relationships are the foundation for academic and personal success. As a Conscious Discipline school, we focus on developing students' social-emotional skills, self-regulation, problem-solving abilities, and sense of belonging. Through a safe, connected, and supportive school culture, we help students build the skills they need to thrive both in and out of the classroom.

At Lake Forest, we are proud of our tradition of academic excellence, strong family partnerships, and commitment to educating the whole child.

Our Motto - "Taking Pride in Learning"

Vision

The vision of Lake Forest Elementary School is to empower students to learn, grow, lead, and succeed.

Mission

The mission of Lake Forest Elementary School is to provide a nurturing, student-centered learning environment where students are empowered to learn about the world, persevere through challenges, and develop positive character traits.

Beliefs about Curriculum, Instruction, and Assessment