Lower School

Why St. Johns Lower School?


At St. Johns Country Day School, we know students thrive in a safe, caring community where social and emotional learning is valued. In Lower School, our Caring School Community brings together students, teachers, parents, and coaches to build strong relationships and responsibility to self and others.

Teachers use consistent practices to create calm, respectful classrooms that support learning. Discipline is seen as a chance to grow, with mistakes treated as part of learning—not flaws in character. Each day, students practice being thoughtful, respectful individuals, making school days smoother and more successful for everyone.

  
 
 

 

    
"Between the first tour and the first town hall, we just knew it was the right situation for our family," say Jenny & Luke Landwehr, parents of three Spartans. The Landwehrs are continually impressed by the way students encourage one another to live by the School's guiding principles of honesty, integrity, and respect.
 
—Jenny & Luke Landwehr
Lily Landwehr '32
Lila Landwehr '35
Leo Landwehr '37