Education With Purpose
The Mission of Lafayette Academy is to develop the academic potential of each student through a rigorous, content-rich, classical liberal arts program while cultivating in them a virtuous character.
A Different Kind of Education
At Lafayette Classical Academy, students encounter rich content, timeless ideas, and teachers who invite them to think deeply. Our classical, low-tech approach builds knowledge, strengthens character, and develops students who can reason well, communicate clearly, and engage thoughtfully with the world around them.
What Makes Us Unique?
Low Tech Classrooms
Fewer screens. More books, conversation, handwriting, and focused learning.
Rich, Content-Based Curriculum
Students build a deep foundation of knowledge across literature, history, mathematics, science and the arts.
Character and Virtue
Fortitude, justice, temperance, and prudence are woven into the culture of the school.
Exceptional Teachers
Teachers know their students, challenge them, and cultivate genuine curiosity.
What Parents Are Saying About Lafayette Academy
Our son comes home in a great mood every day because he is now proud of the work that he is doing. [Lafayette] has reignited his excitement to learn, and that is largely because the faculty challenges him and encourages him to be excellent. He feels rewarded because his days in the classroom are focused on education, and he isn’t given the opportunity to become distracted by student drama. He also finds the whole experience to be fun! Before he felt like a drop in the ocean, but now he is the captain of his own ship!
[Our daughter] has grown leaps and bounds…[we] see her light just pouring out of her when she comes home each day. We can tell she just loves and enjoys school so much. What an incredibly vibrant atmosphere you are teaching these kids in and they, in turn, radiate and respond back.
So far this year, my kids have memorized the Gettysburg Address, done incredible artwork, improved their reading ability, and so much more. They are truly growing as scholars and as people. We are so pleased with the education they are receiving at Lafayette Academy.
The Pillars on Which We Stand
Academic Excellence
Learning at Lafayette Classical Academy is based on a timeless curriculum which uses a rigorous, content-rich, liberal arts program. Students deepen their academic knowledge while engaging with the ideas and traditions of Western civilization and the American tradition.
Virtue and Character Education
We nurture strong character and virtue in our students. Through meaningful study, thoughtful discussion, and the four cardinal virtues of classical education – prudence, temperance, justice, and fortitude – students develop judgement, curiosity, self-disciple, and respect for others.
Partnership and Community
Lafayette is marked by close partnerships among students, faculty, and families. Students learn alongside one another in a culture of deep respect and friendship, creating a community where they are challenged, supported, and known.
Curriculum
Our program establishes a strong foundation in fundamental subjects with steady movement towards mastery, ensuring that students are equipped with intellectual, moral, and civic preparedness, regardless of their future careers or aspirations.
Character Education
Classical Education provides students with the foundation to live a principled life. Equally as important as our quest for academic rigor and excellence is our pursuit of virtuous character in our young men and women.
Extracurriculars
Lafayette Academy provides many opportunities for students to excel outside of the classroom through a robust and diverse offering of afterschool clubs, activities, and athletics.
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