Families in the neighborhoods closest to Resurrection Lutheran School have a Christ-centered private school right in their backyard. Located in the heart of Lochmere on the southern edge of Cary, Resurrection serves junior kindergarten through eighth grade with strong academics, dedicated teachers, and a close-knit community. For households in Lochmere, Preston, and the surrounding communities, a faith-based private school with small group instruction is just minutes from home.
A Private School Rooted in the Neighborhood
Resurrection sits at 100 W Lochmere Drive, which makes it one of the most convenient private school options for families in this part of Cary. The school has served the western Wake County area since 1978, and families here value the short commute as much as the education itself.
The communities nearest to campus include Lochmere, MacGregor Downs, Preston, Amberly, Regency, Wimbledon, and Woodcreek. If you live in one of these neighborhoods, you are close enough that morning drop-off and after-school pickup fit easily into a busy family schedule.
For families coming from MacGregor Downs or Preston, the drive is short enough that extracurriculars, chapel, and school events never feel like a burden. That proximity is one reason so many local families have found a home at Resurrection.
Being close to campus also makes it easier for parents to stay involved, which is something the school treats as essential. Volunteer opportunities are plentiful, and parents are invited to join students and faculty at weekly chapel and special celebrations. For families in the nearest neighborhoods, taking part in the daily life of the school is simply more practical when the campus is only minutes away.
Academics That Reflect Strong Outcomes
Resurrection pairs a Christ-centered environment with a rigorous, academically focused program. The results speak for themselves. On the Spring 2026 NWEA MAP Growth assessments, 82% of students scored above the national average in Reading, with 53% performing in the top 20% nationally. In Mathematics, 91% of students scored above the national average, with 64% in the top 20% nationally.
These outcomes reflect a program built on high expectations and individual attention. The school follows North Carolina State Standards as a baseline while integrating national standards and extension activities, with a goal of giving each student a full year of academic growth.
What Sets the Academic Program Apart
Several features define the learning experience at Resurrection:
- Small group instruction that lets teachers know each student as an individual.
- A high value on writing, with a focus on both composition and intellectual depth.
- Specialists in Music, PE, Art, Library, and Technology who support classroom teachers.
- Spanish instruction for all students from junior kindergarten through eighth grade.
- Preparation for "honors level" coursework in high school.
The school is dually accredited by the National Lutheran Schools Association and Cognia, a mark of its commitment to educational quality.
Programs for Every Age and Stage
One advantage of a school near Lochmere and Preston is the ability to make a single enrollment decision that carries a family for years. Resurrection offers a continuous path from the earliest years through middle school:
- Preschool and junior kindergarten. Our preschool offers a partial-day preschool for ages 2 to 5, including transitional kindergarten, while our school offers a full-day junior kindergarten for children who are 4 by August 31. The junior kindergarten school day mirrors regular school hours of 8:30 am to 3:00 pm.
- Elementary school. A nurturing, academically rich program where children build foundational skills and learn to work toward independence. A child's first school experience is critical, and these are the years when students master the building blocks of all their future education.
- Middle school. A rigorous core curriculum emphasizing collaboration, critical thinking, experiential learning, writing, leadership, and community service, with a focus on the holistic development of each student.
You can explore each stage in more detail on the academics page, which outlines the curriculum from junior kindergarten through grade eight.
Because the elementary and middle school years follow one another on the same campus, students near Lochmere and Preston can grow up within a single community of teachers, classmates, and families. That continuity removes the stress of searching for a new school at every transition and gives children a stable, familiar place to develop.
More Than Academics
Families near Preston and Lochmere choose Resurrection for the whole experience, not academics alone. The fine arts program helps children grow mentally, socially, and emotionally through art, music, and drama. These programs foster brain development, fine-tune motor skills and decision making, encourage inventiveness, and build community, helping students view the world as a place filled with possibilities.
Service is also central to daily life at the school. Community service is woven into everyday learning, reflecting a core value that serving others is part of living a full life. Students connect gratitude and grammar by writing letters to military members on Veterans Day, and science projects encourage them to consider what they can do about issues like ocean pollution. This builds a foundation of empathy and concern for others from an early age.
Middle school students benefit from athletics, clubs, an active student-led National Junior Honor Society, and unique overnight travel opportunities. Technology is embraced throughout the school as well, with Chromebooks, laptops, SmartBoards, and online tools used to support the curriculum. Across every grade, the close-knit, encouraging Christian community is what parents mention first.
Before and After School Care Close to Home
For working families in nearby neighborhoods, convenient extended care makes the school day workable. Before Care is available daily from 7:15 am to 8:15 am, and After Care runs from 3:00 pm to 5:00 pm Monday through Friday beginning in 2027-2028. This "home-away-from-home" atmosphere lets students learn and play in a relaxed setting after school hours.
Affording a Resurrection Education
A private Christian education is an investment, and Resurrection works to help families make it work. Rather than let cost stand in the way, the school encourages interested families to learn about the options available. You can find details on the Affording Resurrection page, which explains the ways the school supports families financially.
Schedule Your Visit
The best way to understand what makes Resurrection special is to walk through the doors. Many families describe the experience as a feeling they notice the moment they arrive. If you live in Lochmere, Preston, MacGregor Downs, Amberly, Regency, Wimbledon, or Woodcreek, you are close enough to visit easily.
To see classrooms in action, meet the teachers, and learn more about enrollment, contact our team to schedule a tour. We would love to show your family why so many of your neighbors have made Resurrection their school home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which neighborhoods are closest to the school?
Resurrection is located in the heart of Lochmere, with Preston, MacGregor Downs, Amberly, Regency, Wimbledon, and Woodcreek all nearby. Families in these communities enjoy a short, convenient commute.
What grades does Resurrection serve?
The school serves students from junior kindergarten (age 4) through eighth grade. Our preschool is a partial-day preschool for younger children ages 2 to 5.
Is Resurrection only for Lutheran families?
No. Resurrection welcomes Christian families of many backgrounds. The school is Christ-centered in daily practice and admits students of any race, color, and national or ethnic origin.
How do I learn about tuition and financial options?
Tuition details and the ways the school helps families are explained on the Affording Resurrection page. You are also welcome to reach out directly with questions.
How can I schedule a tour?
Visit the contact page to arrange a tour. Seeing the campus and meeting the teachers is the best way to know if Resurrection is the right fit for your family.
