Lake Forest Country Day School

Posted: January 30, 2025

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Posted: January 30, 2025

I have been to 8 different schools, and this is by far the worst experience I have ever had. The kids are all mean and stuck up, and the teachers don't care. The counselors go out of their way to spread your private information. They are very liberal and I wasn't comfortable with boys who claimed to be girls in my bathroom. I say this because I had a boy come into the bathroom to look under stalls and this wasn't just one child. I went here for 6th and 7th grade and have never been more uncomfortable, violated, or exposed by the teachers and students.

Posted: August 20, 2018

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Posted: August 20, 2018

We have two children at the school and we see their progress in academia, leadership and social skills. Additionally, the leadership is excellent and inspiring to the faculty and parents.

Posted: February 3, 2018

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Posted: February 3, 2018

Country Day has been an amazing experience for our children so far. One is in JK and is in her 3rd year in the school and the other is in 2nd and her 5th year. They both are always excited to go to school - sometimes early so they can get to play in the innovation lab. The teachers are talented and care about the kids. I want an environment for my kids that fosters a passion for learning and so far, LFCDS has achieved just that. I wish I could go back to school every time I walk into the school.

Posted: February 11, 2015

Exceptional school. The teachers really take the time to know and understand each child. Students are challenged and inspired. The commitment to the whole child through academics, arts, and athletics is very visible. Welcoming community and inspiring teachers. Our kids love school!

Posted: August 7, 2012

LFCDS is outstanding, and our daughter have thrived in so many ways (academically, socially, developmentally, etc.) while being part of the middle school program! Teachers as well as the administration are highly insightful, knowledgeable, caring and communicative with students and their families ~ Highly Recommended A++++++++++

Posted: May 16, 2011

LFCDS is THE school of choice for those who value a family school built on a 125 year tradition of delivering inspiring academics, area leading arts and sports programs, and the preparation of a well rounded student who will be as ready as can be for excellence in secondary school and beyond. The curriculum is progressive, intentional and well crafted, designed to develop students of strong moral character. I believe this to be true because I base it on personal experience: my siblings and I were second generation students at LFCDS, and now my children are experiencing this storied academic institution, which has never been better. A brand new state of the art facility designed for learning, a dynamic and enthusiastic faculty, each teach taking a personal interest in each individual child, and a total program offering a challenging, diverse, values centered curriculum that is just not found anywhere else in the region these are the reasons our family enthusiastically supports and believes in the school.

Posted: May 16, 2011

As a parent of four LFCDS students whose father and other relatives also graduated from the school, we can proudly say that we believe that our family has reaped the benefits of excellence in education along with a foundation for life-long learning. With a strong sense of community among all who are involved in the school--students, parents, faculty and administration, there exists opportunity for outstanding education of the whole student. As we were privileged to be partners along the way in the education of our children, our investment proved exceedingly rewarding as we observed how well prepared our graduates were as they moved on to high school. LFCDS s fine reputation among leading preparatory schools across the nation was obvious as we witnessed how welcomed our students were as they submitted applications. Armed with their outstanding LFCDS education, our children have continued to thrive in both private and public institutions upon graduating from LFCDS.

Posted: May 15, 2011

We have three children at LFCDS and could not be more pleased with the school. It is a very caring environment where students are not only taught the highest quality academic curriculum but also taught the skills to be good leaders and people. In addition to academics, LFCDS allows students to pursue virtually any of their interests/talents - be it athletics, music, drama, robotics, oratory etc (the list goes on). I would not hesitate to recommend the school and I was a sceptic when out first child enrolled!

Posted: October 22, 2010

Top notch education is unparalleled in the area and the country. Everyone is welcoming and the parents association is very involved in creating a family atmosphere. New families are chaperoned by the Welcoming Committee with informal social events. Opportunities for volunteerinsm are unlimited to make and develop lifelong friendships. All of this would be for not without the teachers who foster and develop independent thought, creative expression, and citizenship. The average teacher has been with the school nearly ten years or more. This is a testament to the children, administrators, and family support. Families need not involve themselves in school activites, but involvement in their children's education is mandatory. The school is a palace for education and a haven for high ability learners.