Academics
Lower School
What Makes Our Lower School Special?
At Saint Edward's School, we believe it is important to establish a relationship based on trust with our young students in order to build a strong and safe foundation that allows the children to approach their learning journey with confidence. A strong sense of trust enables them to pursue their curiosity and wonder. Problem-solving and learning strategies begin in Little Pirates (our PreK-4 program. The teachers at all levels create age-appropriate problems and encourage the children to solve the problems either in a group setting or individually. This problem-solving method is not exclusive to math but is effective in solving social issues and academic questions across the curriculum. This approach encourages self-reliance and creates capable life-long learners.
Parent Survey Respondant
Our daughter is so happy and that makes us happy also. She feels safe and is coming home fulfilled with all the new learning experiences. She has excellent teachers and is getting exposed to Spanish and music which I feel are so important. PE is another highlight, as is the playground. She has enough space and time to run around and play so she is tired at the end of the day and goes to bed happy! We have been extremely pleased with the experience our daughter is having in the Lower School at Saint Edward's School.
Life at the Lower School
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Celebrating Our Grandparents and Special Friends
Another wonderful Grandparents and Special Friends Day in the books! Thank you to our Pirate families and friends for sharing this special morning with us, from the opening performance by our lower school students to fun crafts, photo booths and snacks in the courtyard. A big thank you to our parents for making it all possible! Click here for a photo album of highlights.Read More -
Long Vowels
Read MoreKindergarten students are continuing to practice long vowel words! Through engaging activities and fun exercises, they are learning how letters like a, e, i, o and u can make their names and sounds last longer. By exploring words like "cake," "bike," "hope" and "cute," they're developing a strong foundation in phonics, as well as boosting their reading and writing skills. -
Mock Caldecott Elections and the Power of Voting
This week, lower school students engaged in a Mock Caldecott election, casting their votes for their favorite picture books in a fun, interactive way. After the American Library Association announced the official winners, the students gathered to celebrate their own selections and reflect on the process. This experience not only introduced them to the prestigious Caldecott Medal but also encouraged critical thinking as they evaluated the art and storytelling of the books. By participating in the voting process, students gained a deeper understanding of democracy, learned how to make informed decisions and experienced the value of having their voices heard—skills that will serve them both in and out of the classroom.Read More
We want to get to know you!
The Lower School at Saint Edward's is a special place, and we would love the opportunity to help you get to know us better! We are eager to learn more about your child, your family, and the type of independent school education you're seeking so that we can answer your questions and provide you with the information you need to determine if Saint Edward's Lower School is the right fit for your family.
See What Current Families are Saying about SES:
Saint Edward's School's reputation is amazing. The student-teacher relationships, attention to detail and just an amazing community feeling helped make the choice simple!
The size, the rigorous curriculum and the friendly, caring community distinguishes SES and drew us to this school. We are very satisfied.
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