Lower School - Francis Parker School
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Lower School - Francis Parker School
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Lower School
Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5
Our supportive Lower School community allows your child to establish a
lifelong love of learning
,
master essential skills
,
discover budding passions
, and begin to
understand good citizenship
.
Start Here
Fill our our inquiry form to register for upcoming events, connect with our admissions team, subscribe to our newsletter, and more.
Inquire Today
I have made many lifelong friends at the Lower School, but it has meant so much more to me than just that. Parker is a loving and caring community where each student is empowered to stretch their mind and make a meaningful difference in the world.
Grade 5 Student
View Our Curriculum Guide
for more details on our courses
The Power of Play
At Parker, play is a valuable component of a
whole-child education
. Lower School teachers integrate play into lessons to bolster the
joy of learning
and provide opportunities for
hands-on exploration
.
Outside of the classroom, students enjoy multiple opportunities for free play at our Canyon Playground and the J. Crivello Field and Playground.
Discover More
about The Power of Play
Striving for Strength of Character
We plant the seeds of self-responsibility and civic duty at a young age. Our Lower School students use the acronym STRIVE as a community-wide reminder for positive contributions and respectful behavior.
S
eek always to do your best.
T
reat people and property with respect.
R
evere the truth.
I
nvest in your future.
V
alue School rules, your heritage, and personal responsibility.
E
nrich the world for all.
Discover More
about Striving for Strength of Character
Academic Excellence at All Ages
Our Lower School curriculum balances foundational learning in
language arts
,
social studies
, and
math
with opportunities to explore a rotating offering of
11 specialist classes
.
Students develop the skills they need to thrive in the next grade, while also beginning to discover their strengths and passions.
Discover More
about Academic Excellence at All Ages
Welcome to Our Mission Hills Campus
Surrounded by greenery, flowers, and sweeping canyon views, our Mission Hills Campus provides an idyllic setting for learning, play, and joy. Inviting courtyards, historical Spanish-style architecture, and sun-filled classrooms make our Lower School an unforgettable backdrop for your child’s growth and development. Our Lower School community loves calling this 5-acre campus home.
Building Global Perspective: Merging the Classroom and the World
read
about Building Global Perspective: Merging the Classroom and the World
Parker Forward’s All-School Celebration
read
about Parker Forward’s All-School Celebration
Lower School Stories
Middle School
Extended Day
Our Philosophy
Health & Wellness
Community
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Lower School
Junior Kindergarten to Grade 5
Our supportive Lower School community allows your child to establish a
lifelong love of learning
,
master essential skills
,
discover budding passions
, and begin to
understand good citizenship
.
Start Here
Fill our our inquiry form to register for upcoming events, connect with our admissions team, subscribe to our newsletter, and more.
Inquire Today
I have made many lifelong friends at the Lower School, but it has meant so much more to me than just that. Parker is a loving and caring community where each student is empowered to stretch their mind and make a meaningful difference in the world.
Grade 5 Student
View Our Curriculum Guide
for more details on our courses
The Power of Play
At Parker, play is a valuable component of a
whole-child education
. Lower School teachers integrate play into lessons to bolster the
joy of learning
and provide opportunities for
hands-on exploration
.
Outside of the classroom, students enjoy multiple opportunities for free play at our Canyon Playground and the J. Crivello Field and Playground.
Discover More
about The Power of Play
Striving for Strength of Character
We plant the seeds of self-responsibility and civic duty at a young age. Our Lower School students use the acronym STRIVE as a community-wide reminder for positive contributions and respectful behavior.
S
eek always to do your best.
T
reat people and property with respect.
R
evere the truth.
I
nvest in your future.
V
alue School rules, your heritage, and personal responsibility.
E
nrich the world for all.
Discover More
about Striving for Strength of Character
Academic Excellence at All Ages
Our Lower School curriculum balances foundational learning in
language arts
,
social studies
, and
math
with opportunities to explore a rotating offering of
11 specialist classes
.
Students develop the skills they need to thrive in the next grade, while also beginning to discover their strengths and passions.
Discover More
about Academic Excellence at All Ages
Welcome to Our Mission Hills Campus
Surrounded by greenery, flowers, and sweeping canyon views, our Mission Hills Campus provides an idyllic setting for learning, play, and joy. Inviting courtyards, historical Spanish-style architecture, and sun-filled classrooms make our Lower School an unforgettable backdrop for your child’s growth and development. Our Lower School community loves calling this 5-acre campus home.
Building Global Perspective: Merging the Classroom and the World
read
about Building Global Perspective: Merging the Classroom and the World
Parker Forward’s All-School Celebration
read
about Parker Forward’s All-School Celebration
Lower School Stories
Middle School
Extended Day
Our Philosophy
Health & Wellness
Community