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Lower School

Our Lower School builds the foundation for a student’s academic and spiritual life through hands-on learning, meaningful relationships, and a focus on curiosity and character. These are the years when confidence takes root and students begin to understand how they learn best. 

“What I love most about my job is I get to walk with kids intentionally and disciple them for three years and help them become best friends with Jesus.”

Tess McClain Christian Studies Teacher, Grades 4–6

Explore Our Grade Levels

KPrep–Grade 3

From Kindergarten Preparatory through Grade 3, students at the Edyth B. Lindner (EBL) Campus learn within a warm, intentionally designed environment tailored to early childhood development.

Grades 4–6

Students in Grades 4–6 learn and grow at Founders’ Campus, where mission-driven educators nurture and challenge through engaging lessons that spark curiosity and build confidence.

KPrep–Grade 3

Edyth B. Lindner Campus

From Kindergarten Preparatory through Grade 3, students at the Edyth B. Lindner (EBL) Campus learn within a warm, intentionally designed environment tailored to early childhood development. Classrooms, outdoor spaces, and common areas support creativity, movement, and exploration while fostering a connected community among students and staff.

EBL at a Glance

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Discovering God-given gifts in and out of the classroom.

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Kindergarten Preparatory (KPrep) is a year for students between Pre-K and kindergarten to strengthen their fundamentals as they enter elementary school.

  • Must be 5 years old by September 30
  • School Day (8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m.)
  • Half-day Afternoon (12:15 – 3:15 pm)

Kindergarten–Grade 3

  • School Day (8:30 a.m.–3:15 p.m.)

Complimentary care is available from 7:30–8:20 a.m.

Arts

  • ArtBeat Festival Choir (Grades K–3)
  • CHCA Center for Dance (Grades K–3)
  • Melody Makers (Grades 2–3)
  • PMLP: Private Music Lesson Program (Grades Pre-K 3–3)
  • PMLP Hill Lower E Vocal Ensemble (Grades 2–3)
  • PMLP Woodin String Team (Grades K–3)
  • Theatre: Christmas Musical (Grades 2-3)
  • Serenaders (Grades 2-3)
  • Eagle Encore (Grades K-1)

 

Athletics

  • Boys Football (Grade 3)
  • Boys CintiUnited Soccer Club (Grades K–3)
  • Girls Football Cheerleading (Grade 3)
  • Girls CintiUnited Soccer Club (Grades K–3)
  • Girls Volleyball (Grade 3)
  • Boys Basketball (Grade 3)
  • Girls Basketball (Grade 3)
  • Boys Lacrosse (Grades 1–3)
  • Girls Lacrosse (Grades 1–3)
  • Mighty Eagles Running Club (Grades 1–3)

 

Student Clubs

  • Beak Squad Robotics (Grade 3)
  • Learning Fair (Grades K–3)
  • Classroom service projects (2–4 per year)
  • Operation Christmas Child
  • Valentine’s Day care packages for soldiers
  • Visits to local retirement homes
  • “Spare Change for World Change” initiative
  • Writing letters to nursing homes and health care workers

Grades 4–6

Founders’ Campus

Students in Grades 4–6 learn and grow at Founders’ Campus, where mission-driven educators nurture and challenge through engaging lessons that spark curiosity and build confidence. Our classrooms are vibrant, our spaces are welcoming, and our approach is rooted in equipping students to discover who God made them to be. 

Founders' at a Glance

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Igniting curiosity and nurturing growing passions.

Questions? Contact us for more info.

Arts

  • CHCA Center for Dance (Grades 4–5)
  • Lindner Theatre Volunteers (Grades 4–6)
  • PMLP: Private Music Lesson Program (Grades 4–6)
  • PMLP Woodin String Team (Grades 4–6)
  • Theatre: Musical Theatre Production (Grades 4–6)


Athletics

  • Boys Football (Grades 4–6)
  • Boys CintiUnited Soccer Club (Grades 4–6)
  • Girls Football Cheerleading (Grades 4–6)
  • Girls CintiUnited Soccer Club (Grades 4–6)
  • Girls Volleyball (Grades 4–6)
  • Boys Basketball (Grades 4–6)
  • Girls Basketball (Grades 4–6)
  • Boys Lacrosse (Grades 4–6)
  • Girls Lacrosse (Grades 4–6)
  • Mighty Eagles Running Club (Grades 4–6)


Student Clubs

  • Beak Squad Robotics (Grades 4–6)
  • eSports (Grades 4–6)
  • Girls on the Run (Grades 4–5)
  • Mock Trial (Grades 4–6)
A Christ-centered, safe space where students can build relationships, be creative, achieve homework goals, have fun, and more.

Hours of Operation
  • Regular School Days: 3:15–6:00 p.m.
  • Closed on all early dismissal days, faculty in-service days, holidays, and holiday breaks

Fees
  • Each Day Used
    • $11.55/day for each day your child attends, regardless of time in room
    • Nonrefundable minimum fee of $11.55 (1 day) collected in full at registration
    • Late pick-up fees apply and will be added to monthly bill.

  • Registration Fee
    • $25 per child
    • Early Bird Special! Register by 08/21/24 at 11:59 p.m. to waive this fee.

  • Late Fees
    • $15.75 for 1–15 minutes
    • $10.50 for each additional 15-minute increment
    • Important! Your child will be withdrawn from the program after a second failed payment or three late pickups.

Stories from Academics

Alexandra Brown

April 30, 2025

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