Elementary School
The elementary years at Lansing Christian School set the stage for lifelong learning and faithful Christian discipleship. In partnership with parents, we nurture students spiritually, academically, socially, and physically to reach their God-given potential.
Small class sizes and dedicated Christian teachers ensure each child is known, valued, and encouraged to grow in both character and competence. It’s an exciting and wondrous time!
We believe all truth is rooted in Scripture and every subject is an opportunity to know and glorify God. Our classrooms cultivate wonder, disciplined study, and joy in learning as students begin to understand their place and calling in His world.
Program Distinctives
Parent Partnership
We value close collaboration with families, recognizing parents as students’ primary educators. Clear communication and shared commitment strengthen each child’s learning and growth.
Christ-Centered Instruction
Biblical truth is thoughtfully integrated with the curriculum. Students are taught to see connections between faith and learning in every subject area, developing a coherent Christian worldview that shapes both understanding and action.
Rigorous Academics
Our elementary curriculum emphasizes depth and mastery in the core liberal arts disciplines while cultivating critical thinking, articulate communication, and intellectual curiosity.
Enriching Specials
Students participate in music, art, physical education, Spanish, library, and (in Grade 5) band or choir. These courses promote creative expression, appreciation, and the refinement of God-given talents.
Purposeful Technology Use
Technology is integrated thoughtfully to enhance student learning through research, collaboration, and personalized instruction.
Academic & Developmental Foundations
Reading & Writing
We prioritize literacy as a cornerstone of a Christian liberal arts education – beginning with phonics curriculum in preschool and advancing to a structured literacy approach grounded in the Science of Reading. Through this progression, students develop the essential skills to read with understanding, write with clarity, and speak with confidence, equipping them to think and communicate well.
Mathematical & Scientific Thinking
Through classroom inquiry and active learning, students develop fact fluency, logical reasoning, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills. They learn how to observe and make sense of God’s ordered creation.
Spiritual & Character Formation
Daily prayer, Bible study, and weekly chapel worship foster spiritual growth. Students are encouraged to practice the Fruit of the Spirit (Galatians 5:22-23) in all they do.
History & Social Studies
Students study history and social studies to understand God’s providential work in human events. They learn to appreciate the ideas and institutions that have shaped our world, and to evaluate cultures and events through the lens of Scripture.
Physical education, recess, co-curricular activities, and collaborative classroom experiences foster healthy bodies, teamwork, and social maturity.
Program Schedule
A day in the life of an LCS elementary student
What will your child’s day be like at LCS? Each grade level’s schedule will look different — but most of our elementary students have a full day from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. We also offer an aftercare program that runs from 3-5:30 p.m. Below, you’ll see a sample schedule from one of our fourth grade classes:
| Time | Activity |
| Morning | Morning Work |
| Devotions and Prayer | |
| Math | |
| Fruit Break | |
| Writing | |
| Science/Social Studies | |
| Lunch | |
| Recess | |
| Afternoon | Read Aloud |
| Bible | |
| Specials | |
| Reading | |
| Pack Up & Homework | |
| Dismissal |
“All of our children are thriving at school as LCS Pilgrims! The environment has allowed them each to grow confidently, understanding they are children of the King. Their teachers, administrators, coaches, fellow parents, and peers truly celebrate students as individuals, meeting them where they are and shining the love of Christ on each other each day.”
-Amanda, LCS Elementary and Middle School Parent
Meet a Teacher
Sara Vaughan
Degree: Elementary Education/Language Arts and Early Childhood
Teaching Experience: 12 years
How has being a teacher impacted your life?
“I’ve always wanted to be a teacher, and have loved pouring into children in their formative years. It has helped me be a better mom and follower of Jesus to live out His calling for my life.”
Social & Physical Formation