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About Laurence
Fast Facts
For six decades, Laurence has been grounded in a "Total Child" philosophy that sees children as individuals who benefit from a challenging curriculum, a character-based education, and an embrace of global citizenship. At Laurence, we value curiosity above all else, aiming to develop creative thinkers who seek innovative solutions to complex problems. READ MORE
Admissions
Applying To Laurence
We appreciate your interest in Laurence School and look forward to helping you learn more about our admissions process. Because we know the importance of a confident and happy beginning to your child's elementary school experience, we invite you to personally explore our beautiful campus and learn more about the one-of-a-kind elementary school experience that we offer. READ MORE
Curriculum
Academics
Laurence School provides a strong academic program with a 21st Century approach that remains on the cutting edge of K-6 education. Our curriculum is rooted in the promotion of intellectual curiosity, motivating students to understand important concepts, explore their special interests and talents, engage in real-world discovery, and connect curricular ideas to their everyday environment. READ MORE
Athletics
Interscholastic Sports
Laurence School's interscholastic sports program is open to fourth through sixth grade students. Laurence Lightning teams include: boys' flag football, basketball, baseball, and soccer and girls' soccer, basketball, and volleyball. READ MORE
Arts
Enrichment
We believe that music, theater, art, and dance are integral parts of a child's elementary experience. Arts education not only inspires our students to develop their creative talents and sense of confidence, but also, it enables them to think critically, problem-solve, and collaborate. READ MORE
Student Life
Awards and Achievements
Student life and character education are integral parts of Laurence School's philosophy. By encouraging them to become active members of their community, we shape good students into good citizens, who Represent the "L" by acting as leaders and ambassadors for the School. READ MORE
News & Media
Laurence News
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Laurence Fund
The Annual Fund is a year-long campaign that begins in October and goes on, annually. Its aim is to keep the lights on, so to speak. READ MORE

Support Laurence

Support Laurence

Founded in 1953, Laurence School is one of the finest elementary schools in the greater Los Angeles area. Laurence offers a challenging academic program, while preserving the nurturing family-like atmosphere that is its hallmark. Concern for "The Total Child's" development – academic, social, emotional, and physical - is key. For more than 60 years, founders Marvin and Lynn Jacobson, along with Head of School Laurie Wolke and our Administrative Team, have guided Laurence School from a two-room school house with twelve students to a state-of-the-art campus with over 300 children in grades kindergarten through six.

Learn more about our giving funds:

As with other independent schools, tuition alone does not cover the cost to educate a Laurence student. Therefore, fundraising is essential to helping us ensure the most enriched educational experience possible.

The revenue from fundraising benefits every facet of the School, including:

Our classrooms (ensuring that we have state-of-the-art materials)
Our beautiful four-acre campus (ensuring its growth and beautification)
Our green facility (maintaining it and making all necessary upgrades)
Our library (getting the top resources for our children)
Our technology program (making sure it remains on the cutting edge)
Our security team (increasing the number of guards on and around campus)
Our enrichment programs, including the performing arts and music, the visual arts, athletics, and interscholastic sports
Our teachers (ensuring that their salaries and benefits are competitive and that they have ample professional development opportunities to grow their craft)
Our Financial Aid program

The Laurence family greatly appreciates your generosity - it secures Laurence School's place at the pinnacle of elementary education. Become a part of the Laurence legacy by donating today!

Read our 2015-16 Annual Report