In the Liggett Lower School, the focus is on learning, growing and enjoying. We consider the whole child in the design of a curriculum that engages interest and intellect, invites inquiry and exploration. By blending a traditional curriculum with the excitement of project based-learning, the faculty guide children toward the development of important fundamental skills. Our balanced program provides the youngest learners with a solid foundation and prepares all students for their roles as global citizens.

Expert and accomplished teachers guide children to achieve the joy and confidence of learning in a nurturing atmosphere of warmth and care. Our students develop skills in literacy, mathematics, the arts, Spanish, science, social studies and physical education – using an effective and exciting project-based learning curriculum.

Academics in the Lower School are centered in a traditional curriculum with a solid foundation in reading, writing, and mathematics. We enhance this curriculum with innovative theme, project, and problem-based learning opportunities, which integrate all resource areas and disciplines.

In addition to language arts and social studies, the core curriculum is extended through instruction by resource teachers in the science and computer labs, media center, vocal and instrumental music classes, art room, and physical education program. A teacher in our learning lab provides extensions in lessons as well as support in study skills in small, focused peer groups as needed.

Technology is incorporated in all lessons so that children acquire skills in keyboarding, web-based research, the use of graphics, and power point presentations. State-of-the-art interactive Promethean white boards are used in many areas of instruction, including math.

Before - and after-school care is available and extended day classes are offered in interest areas such as foreign language, music, drama, chess, jump roping, crafts, etc. Most importantly, the Liggett core values of respect, responsibility, trustworthiness and compassion are emphasized in every area of instruction, care, and conduct throughout the Lower School day.