Programs

NOTE: Due to COVID, there are changes to our offerings for 2020-21 [learn more] or see Program Offerings, Tuition and Fees 2020-21. Fairlawn Lutheran has classes for threes, fours and young fives as well as half-day and full-day kindergarten and a parent-child class for two-year olds. ​All classes include weekly chapel, intergenerational opportunities, gym, cooking, and more.

Before and After Care

Fairlawn Lutheran offers before and after care for parents who need it.

Lunch Bunch

Children can stay after class for fun with friends at Lunch Bunch.

Enrichment

Enrichment classes for enrolled children are available afternoons.

Curriculum

we pray
​Fairlawn Lutheran offers accredited Christian education, from prayers in the classrooms to Bible stories and songs that teach the Christian faith. Students attend chapel every week – families are invited too! Children will learn that God created each child uniquely and specially and that Jesus loves them and listens to their prayers.
 
 “She leads us in prayer at dinner with a prayer she learned at school.”

“I feel the respect and discipline children learn will set them far ahead of other children – the religious and educational head start is irreplaceable.”

we play
Research shows that children learn by playing, so hands-on experiences are an important part of each day. We focus on large and small motor development, dramatic play, and gym and outdoor play. Children benefit from daily art and monthly cooking class. Field trips and in-school programs enhance learning.
 
“You don’t find this everywhere – the children are learning academically and spiritually in the safest environment.”
 
“Teacher incorporates many ways to learn curriculum… if it can be done through art, music, cooking, centers, etc, she does it.”

we learn
In addition to age appropriate reading/literacy and math, we prepare children to be good students by working on self-confidence, following directions, self-control, social skills, independence, manners, and respect in all classes. Older children also study social studies, science, government and geography. Small class sizes allow teachers to individualize the learning experience, which is crucial in preschool and kindergarten, when children are at many different levels academically and physically. Each lead teacher has a degree in early childhood education or a related field and Fairlawn Lutheran School meets or exceeds the State Early Childhood Education requirements.
 
“She is well prepared for first grade, ahead in math and reading compared to our older child who attended public school for kindergarten.”

“My son was shy and nervous about his knowledge, now he is confident and willing to share what he knows.”
Parent Perspective:
"We loved that our son's teachers not only taught him his numbers, letters, etc., but they went above and beyond to reinforce good manners, how to apologize if you make a mistake, and genuine kindness to others. They also made each child feel special every day by stopping to look into their eyes and really listen to them.” - Dave & Jan

Parent perspective:
"I love the great combination of structured classroom and fun, inventive play. It was a great way for my son to learn that school is fun and to feel accomplished at it.” - Amanda