About Us

Our Mission & Core Beliefs

Through inspired teaching and partnership with families, Lake Forest Country Day School nurtures a love of learning and builds a foundation of strong character, preparing students to navigate their path with purpose. 

List of 4 items.

  • Childhood is championed

    We center all we do on what is best for our students, protecting and building upon the magic of these precious years.
  • Community is our core

    Honest and respectful relationships, formed through conversation and collaboration, build trust and a sense of belonging – honoring the dignity of every person.
  • Curiosity is a gift

    Wonder is an animating force that resides in every person and should be modeled and nurtured to stimulate self-discovery, spark innovation, and drive creativity.
  • We aim high

    Raising expectations activates the great potential we see in every person and elicits efforts that result in individual growth and the collective success of our community.
A co-educational independent private school for students age 2 through Grade 8.
Graduating students of strong character with a passion for learning since 1888.

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Lake Forest Country Day School

145 South Green Bay Road
Lake Forest, IL 60045


P: 847-234-2350
F: 847-234-2352