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Top-Ranked All-Girls School in Ohio
Laurel School is a nationally ranked, college preparatory institution dedicated to educating girls from Kindergarten through Grade 12, with a coeducational Early Childhood program. Founded on a mission to inspire each girl to fulfill her promise and better the world, the school combines academic rigor with a commitment to fostering confidence, creativity, and compassion. Our two-campus model provides tailored learning environments: the Lyman Campus in Shaker Heights for early learners and the 150-acre Butler Campus in Russell Township for immersive outdoor education. With a 6:1 student-teacher ratio, we prioritize personalized instruction informed by research from our Center for Research on Girls, which studies how girls learn, think, and feel.Our graduates are 100% college-bound, equipped with critical thinking skills and a strong ethical foundation. The school emphasizes inclusivity, serving students from 46 school systems and offering $5.2 million in tuition assistance annually. Through programs like the Capstone Scholars Program and partnerships with institutions such as the Cleveland Museum of Art, we cultivate leaders prepared to address real-world challenges.
Services
Early Childhood Education
STEM Programs
College Guidance
Outdoor Learning
Arts Integration
Athletics Programs
Leadership Development
Special Needs Support
Summer Camps
Community Service Initiatives
Highlights and features
- Nationally ranked college preparatory curriculum with 100% college acceptance rate
- Research-informed teaching focused on girls' cognitive and emotional development
- Two-campus advantage combining urban and rural learning environments
- Personalized instruction with 6:1 student-teacher ratio
- $5.2 million in annual tuition assistance ensuring educational access
What people say
Confidence-building environment
Exceptional college preparation
Supportive faculty
Inclusive community
Hands-on learning
Services
Early Childhood Education
Our Early Childhood School serves ages 18 months to 5 years with developmentally appropriate curricula emphasizing play-based learning and social-emotional development. The Outdoor Prekindergarten program utilizes nature as a teaching tool, while our mixed-age classrooms foster peer mentoring. Certified teachers create nurturing environments that prepare children for future academic success through structured routines and creative exploration.
STEM Programs
Laurel's STEM initiatives integrate hands-on experimentation with real-world problem solving across all grade levels. Middle schoolers participate in engineering challenges while Upper School students engage in advanced research through the Capstone Scholars Program. The school partners with local institutions for specialized projects, and its alumnae network demonstrates exceptional success in STEM fields. Technology is seamlessly incorporated into daily learning experiences.
College Guidance
Our comprehensive college counseling program begins in Grade 9 and includes personalized planning, application workshops, and alumni networking opportunities. Counselors maintain relationships with top institutions nationwide and provide guidance on academic planning, extracurricular development, and essay writing. The program achieves 100% college placement with graduates attending prestigious universities across the country.
Outdoor Learning
The Butler Campus's 150-acre natural environment supports experiential learning through its Outdoor Prekindergarten and environmental science programs. Students engage in habitat studies, gardening projects, and outdoor team-building activities. The curriculum connects classroom concepts to real-world ecological systems while promoting physical development and environmental stewardship through structured outdoor experiences.
Arts Integration
Visual and performing arts are woven into core academics through interdisciplinary projects and specialized electives. Students create multimedia presentations, participate in theater productions, and explore digital arts. The school hosts visiting artists and maintains partnerships with cultural institutions like the Cleveland Museum of Art to enhance artistic learning opportunities across grade levels.
People
Dr. Anne H. Lloyd
Head of School
Dr. Lloyd leads Laurel School with over 25 years of experience in girls' education. She holds a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership and has championed research-based teaching methods since joining Laurel in 2015. Her vision emphasizes innovation while maintaining the school's founding principles.
Dr. Tori Cordiano
Director of the Center for Research on Girls
Dr. Cordiano oversees Laurel's groundbreaking research initiatives focused on girls' cognitive and emotional development. With a Ph.D. in Developmental Psychology, she translates research findings into classroom practices that enhance student outcomes and inform national educational policies.
Questions
What grades does Laurel School serve?
Laurel School educates girls from Kindergarten through Grade 12 with a coeducational Early Childhood program for children aged 18 months to 5 years.
What makes Laurel unique among girls' schools?
Laurel combines a research-informed approach to girls' education with a two-campus model that provides both urban and rural learning environments tailored to different developmental stages.
How does Laurel support student wellness?
The school integrates social-emotional learning with academic instruction and offers counseling services, mindfulness programs, and a supportive community culture focused on holistic development.
What college preparatory resources are available?
Laurel provides personalized college counseling starting in Grade 9, including application guidance, alumni networking, and partnerships with top universities nationwide.
Are there opportunities for outdoor education?
Yes, the 150-acre Butler Campus supports outdoor learning through environmental science programs, team-building activities, and the Outdoor Prekindergarten experience.
How diverse is the student body?
Laurel serves students from 46 different school systems with various socioeconomic backgrounds, offering $5.2 million in annual tuition assistance to ensure educational access.
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