The elementary years are when children decide what school feels like, whether they are capable of doing hard things, and whether learning is a joy or a chore. Families who choose a private elementary school are looking for a community that will shape a child's heart, mind, and habits for life.
Resurrection Lutheran School has been that community for generations of Triangle-area families. Our campus in west Cary serves students from junior kindergarten through eighth grade, with an affiliated preschool for ages two to five. Families from Westchester Woods, Kildaire Estates, Wyndfall, and Southchase have chosen our elementary program year after year.
A Christian Elementary School Built for the Whole Child
The elementary years are when children master the building blocks of future learning: recognizing patterns, observing the world, asking questions, and listening carefully. They discover the magic of books, imagination, creativity, and self-expression. Our program brings together strong academics, daily faith formation, small classes, and a loving classroom culture. Students learn to take responsibility for their own learning while also learning to be good friends, respectful classmates, and important members of the school family.
Serving Cary, NC Families from a Range of Neighborhoods
Our campus sits at 100 W Lochmere Drive in west Cary, within a convenient daily drive of many local neighborhoods. Families in our community live in areas including:
- Westchester Woods
- Kildaire Estates
- Wyndfall
- Southchase
- Lochmere, MacGregor Downs, Preston, Amberly, and Cary Park
- Other nearby Wake County communities
Our before and after school care program helps working families manage the daily schedule while giving students a safe, nurturing place to start and end the day.
Our Elementary Program in Detail
Our elementary program spans junior kindergarten through fifth grade. Each grade builds on the last so that students develop strong academic skills, character habits, and a living faith over time.
Junior Kindergarten and Kindergarten
Junior Kindergarten is a full-day program for children who will be four by August 31. The day follows our standard schedule of 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Weekly unit themes rooted in a Biblical worldview introduce our youngest students to diverse subjects and create a foundation for a lifelong love of learning.
Kindergarten is supported by a full-time teacher and a teaching assistant, giving our youngest elementary students two caring adults in the room. The fruit of the Spirit serves as a model for Christian life, and children develop foundational academic skills that prepare them for first grade and beyond.
Grades 1 Through 5
In first through fifth grade, students focus on independence, perseverance, communication, organization, and exploration. Teachers use children's specific interests as gateways into deeper learning, and lessons are designed to be hands-on and richly engaging.
A few signature features of our elementary experience include:
- A curriculum that is wholly engaging rather than rote
- Plenty of time for movement, both inside and outside
- Specialists in Music, PE, Art, Library, and Technology who support classroom teachers
- Spanish added in fourth and fifth grades
- Faculty who coordinate daily so that lessons are reinforced in multiple ways
Students in these grades also navigate the important social and emotional territory of elementary school. They develop friendships, practice self-control, and grow as people who can care for others well.
Small Class Sizes and Personalized Learning
Families evaluating private elementary options in the area often cite small class sizes as a top priority. Small classes allow teachers to know each child well, adjust instruction to readiness and interest, and catch misunderstandings before they become habits. In practice, that means:
- Teachers can conference with every student during writing instruction
- Reading groups stay small and truly leveled, so every child reads at a just-right pace
- Math misconceptions are caught and corrected early
- Hands-on science and STEM activities give every child a meaningful role
- Feedback on work is specific, timely, and connected to each child's next step
The effect is students who feel known, challenged, and encouraged. Parents tell us the difference shows up quickly at home, where their children speak with confidence about their school day.
JK Through 8 Continuity: One Decision, Nine Years
One of the most distinctive strengths of our school is the continuity from junior kindergarten through eighth grade. Most families make their private school decision once, at age four or five, and stay with us through the end of middle school. That kind of continuity is unusual in the Triangle market.
The value shows up in concrete ways. A child who learns to write paragraphs in second grade is writing research papers with the same teacher team by seventh. Friendships formed in kindergarten deepen rather than restarting. Parents build relationships with a faculty they come to know and trust across nearly a decade.
By the time students transition to our middle school program, they already know what is expected of them academically, spiritually, and socially. Confidence built in second grade becomes academic courage in seventh. A habit of service begun in kindergarten becomes leadership in eighth.
Enrichment: STEM, Fine Arts, and Service
Alongside core academics, our students experience meaningful enrichment throughout the week. Our STEM programming gives students hands-on experiences that build problem-solving skills and spark curiosity. Our fine arts program supports creativity through music, art, and performance, giving students space to discover and develop their voices. Through our community service opportunities, students learn early that their gifts are meant to be shared. Together, these experiences help our students grow into confident, curious, and kind young people.
Faith and Character at the Center
Resurrection Lutheran is a Christ-centered school and a mission of Resurrection Lutheran Church. Faith is woven across the school day rather than relegated to a single class period.
In an elementary classroom, that looks like specific, daily practices. Students begin the day with prayer. Chapel brings the whole school together each week for worship, music, and Scripture. Classroom management is shaped by grace, and teachers speak often about the fruit of the Spirit as the framework for how students treat each other. When a science unit on ecosystems sparks a conversation about stewardship, faith is not a tangent. It is the through-line.
We welcome students from many Christian backgrounds, as well as families exploring faith and looking for a Christ-centered school home. Parents often tell us the cumulative effect is a child who treats peers with kindness, approaches teachers with respect, and speaks about school with joy. Read more about our mission and leadership on our about our school page.
A Family-Oriented Community
One of the first things visiting families notice is the warmth of our community. That warmth comes from real habits:
- Small classes that make it possible for every child to be known
- A welcoming admissions office that treats every visit as important
- Teachers who partner with parents and communicate regularly
- Active parent involvement through tours, events, and volunteer opportunities
- A culture of kindness, respect, and encouragement throughout the building
Explore more quick facts about our daily school life before you schedule a visit.
Affording a Private Elementary Education
A Christ-centered elementary education is a meaningful investment, and we believe it should be within reach for committed families. Current tuition and tuition assistance information is available on our Affording Resurrection page, and our admissions team is glad to walk through options and help you plan.
How to Take the Next Step
If your family is exploring elementary school options for the coming year, a simple approach works well:
- Read through our elementary and preschool program pages to understand what each grade looks like.
- Visit our admissions information page to learn about the enrollment process.
- Schedule an in-person tour so you can experience the school firsthand.
To begin, visit our admissions information page or reach out through our contact page. We would love to meet your family.
Frequently Asked Questions
What grades does the elementary program include?
Our elementary program serves students from junior kindergarten through fifth grade. Students continue into our middle school program for grades six through eight.
What makes this a Christian elementary school?
Resurrection Lutheran is a Christ-centered school. Faith is integrated across the school day through Biblically grounded curriculum, chapel and worship, character formation, and a school culture that reflects Christian values.
What are class sizes like?
Small student-to-teacher ratios are a defining feature of our program. Small classes allow teachers to know each child well and to adjust instruction to individual needs.
Is Resurrection Lutheran the right fit for a child coming from public school?
Yes. Many of our students join us from public school at a range of grade levels, and our small classes make the transition smoother than families expect. Our admissions team will help you think through timing, what to expect in the first few weeks, and how to set your child up for success in a new environment.
Do you offer before and after school care?
Yes. Our before and after school care program helps families manage busy schedules while giving students a safe, nurturing place at both ends of the day.
How do I schedule a tour?
You can request an in-person tour through our contact page, and our admissions team will follow up to arrange a visit that fits your schedule.
Find Us
Resurrection Lutheran School is located at 100 W Lochmere Drive, just minutes from many local neighborhoods. The map below centers on the community we serve.
Contact us today to schedule a tour and see what a small, Christ-centered elementary school can offer your child.
