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We shaped the day, the space, and the culture so kids can focus deeply, form real friendships, and grow into people who lead meaningful lives.
Typical day
Typical day
Each Lumos day is a carefully crafted blend of autonomous work, 1-on-1 coaching, and peer-to-peer learning, balanced by plenty of time to move, connect, and play.
Grades 1-3
Start the day with games, ideas, and conversation (Agora)
Blend of teacher-lead learning & personalized activities
Long lunch, real play
Arts, projects, movement & independent work
Fridays: learn from home (optional in-school activities)
Grades 4-5
Kick off with discussion, team building & problem solving (Agora)
Writer’s workshop: developing your voice
Free Work: personalized math, science, humanities
Book clubs: the joy of books
Long lunch, real play
Afternoons: STEM & humanities workshops, project time
Fridays: learn from home (optional in-school activities)
Grades 6-7
Morning discussion, critical thinking & community building (Agora)
Writer’s workshop: write & think clearly
Free Work: core academics at your own pace
Book clubs: for the love of reading
Long lunch, real play
Afternoons: STEM & humanities workshops, project time
French and music woven in
Fridays: learn from home (optional in-school activities)
Typical day
Each Lumos day is a carefully crafted blend of autonomous work, 1-on-1 coaching, and peer-to-peer learning, balanced by plenty of time to move, connect, and play.
Grades 1-3
Start the day with games, ideas, and conversation (Agora)
Blend of teacher-lead learning & personalized activities
Long lunch, real play
Arts, projects, movement & independent work
Fridays: learn from home (optional in-school activities)
Grades 4-5
Kick off with discussion, team building & problem solving (Agora)
Writer’s workshop: developing your voice
Free Work: personalized math, science, humanities
Book clubs: the joy of books
Long lunch, real play
Afternoons: STEM & humanities workshops, project time
Fridays: learn from home (optional in-school activities)
Grades 6-7
Morning discussion, critical thinking & community building (Agora)
Writer’s workshop: write & think clearly
Free Work: core academics at your own pace
Book clubs: for the love of reading
Long lunch, real play
Afternoons: STEM & humanities workshops, project time
French and music woven in
Fridays: learn from home (optional in-school activities)
Weekly schedule and calendar
Weekly schedule and calendar
Weekly structure
We start later because science proves it boosts student performance and wellbeing. Fridays are flexible; students can learn from home or on campus. Full-day care and aftercare are available based on demand.
Weekly Schedule (Grades 1-3)
A typical week with structure and room to breathe.
Weekly Schedule (Grade 4)
Focus blocks, coaching, time outdoors — no wasted time.
Weekly Schedule (Grade 5)
Focus blocks, coaching, time outdoors — no wasted time.
Weekly Schedule (Grades 6-7)
More challenge, more independence.
Academic calendar
Our academic calendar offers extended holidays perfect for international families and avid travelers. How do we fit in the learning? Simple. 1-on-1 learning is significantly more efficient than a crowded classroom.
Academic calendar 2026/27
All key dates for the 2026/27 school year.
Weekly schedule and calendar
Weekly structure
We start later because science proves it boosts student performance and wellbeing. Fridays are flexible; students can learn from home or on campus. Full-day care and aftercare are available based on demand.
Weekly Schedule (Grades 1-3)
A typical week with structure and room to breathe.
Weekly Schedule (Grade 4)
Focus blocks, coaching, time outdoors — no wasted time.
Weekly Schedule (Grade 5)
Focus blocks, coaching, time outdoors — no wasted time.
Weekly Schedule (Grades 6-7)
More challenge, more independence.
Academic calendar
Our academic calendar offers extended holidays perfect for international families and avid travelers. How do we fit in the learning? Simple. 1-on-1 learning is significantly more efficient than a crowded classroom.
Academic calendar 2026/27
All key dates for the 2026/27 school year.
Learning culture
Great peers. Brave learning. Real childhood.
We hold a high bar for our culture because who your child spends their day with matters.
Selected for character: We look for kids who are curious, kind, brave, and quietly ambitious. Kids who lift others up and celebrate their successes.
Empowered by design: Students do not just attend Lumos. They help run it. They shape their environment and own their learning, with one-on-one support always within reach.
Challenge and childhood: We believe kids are most excited when they are challenged, so we encourage risk-taking and mistakes. We also believe in protecting childhood. Playfulness and a phone-free environment are sacred.
Learning culture
Great peers. Brave learning. Real childhood.
We hold a high bar for our culture because who your child spends their day with matters.
Selected for character: We look for kids who are curious, kind, brave, and quietly ambitious. Kids who lift others up and celebrate their successes.
Empowered by design: Students do not just attend Lumos. They help run it. They shape their environment and own their learning, with one-on-one support always within reach.
Challenge and childhood: We believe kids are most excited when they are challenged, so we encourage risk-taking and mistakes. We also believe in protecting childhood. Playfulness and a phone-free environment are sacred.
Expeditions
Skills and knowledge only go so far.
To navigate life, kids need more. They need to face challenges, adapt when plans change, and act independently. That’s why Lumos dedicates three full weeks each year to Expeditions.
Inspired by Kurt Hahn, founder of Outward Bound, we share his belief: There is more in us than we know. Our expeditions are designed to prove that. These are experiences that push kids in the moment but stay with them for life. They build confidence and lasting friendships.
While the nature of our trips may change from year-to-year, they generally fall into three categories:
Physical Adventure: Hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing. We get outside, get moving, and learn to understand and respect the natural world.
Service Learning: Students roll up their sleeves and work on a real-world problem they care about. It builds empathy, responsibility, and a sense of purpose.
Student-Led: The ultimate challenge in autonomy. Students plan, fund, organize, and lead the trip themselves.
The structure adapts to age. Older students take on full-week expeditions. Younger ones begin with day trips and short overnight stays. Everyone is challenged. No one is left behind.
Expeditions
Skills and knowledge only go so far.
To navigate life, kids need more. They need to face challenges, adapt when plans change, and act independently. That’s why Lumos dedicates three full weeks each year to Expeditions.
Inspired by Kurt Hahn, founder of Outward Bound, we share his belief: There is more in us than we know. Our expeditions are designed to prove that. These are experiences that push kids in the moment but stay with them for life. They build confidence and lasting friendships.
While the nature of our trips may change from year-to-year, they generally fall into three categories:
Physical Adventure: Hiking, kayaking, snowshoeing, cross-country skiing. We get outside, get moving, and learn to understand and respect the natural world.
Service Learning: Students roll up their sleeves and work on a real-world problem they care about. It builds empathy, responsibility, and a sense of purpose.
Student-Led: The ultimate challenge in autonomy. Students plan, fund, organize, and lead the trip themselves.
The structure adapts to age. Older students take on full-week expeditions. Younger ones begin with day trips and short overnight stays. Everyone is challenged. No one is left behind.
The role of parents
Involvement on your terms
We know you’re busy. At Lumos, you’re always welcome to be involved, but never expected to be.
Clear communication
You won’t have to guess how your child is doing. We keep you in the loop with regular updates and honest feedback.
What you can expect
Block Recaps: Key highlights every 8 weeks
Deep Dives: Parent-teacher conversations and written reports
Student Showcases: Three times a year, your child shares what they’ve built, solved, and learned
Feedback that matters
We listen carefully and survey often. But we don’t govern by consensus. We make decisions based on what’s best for the community as a whole.
The role of parents
Involvement on your terms
We know you’re busy. At Lumos, you’re always welcome to be involved, but never expected to be.
Clear communication
You won’t have to guess how your child is doing. We keep you in the loop with regular updates and honest feedback.
What you can expect
Block Recaps: Key highlights every 8 weeks
Deep Dives: Parent-teacher conversations and written reports
Student Showcases: Three times a year, your child shares what they’ve built, solved, and learned
Feedback that matters
We listen carefully and survey often. But we don’t govern by consensus. We make decisions based on what’s best for the community as a whole.
Common questions
Common questions
Families usually have the same core questions. These answers are our default, and we are happy to go deeper in a conversation.
Families usually have the same core questions. These answers are our default, and we are happy to go deeper in a conversation.
How will you deal with bullying?
What is your policy on illness?
How do you handle severe allergies?
What does a typical day look like?
How does the Friday at-home day work? What is the responsibility of the parent?
I work on Fridays. Is there an option for my child to come to school on Fridays?
Do you offer afterschool care?
What is Lumos’ annual calendar?
Some schools allow families to take vacations whenever they want. Why don’t you?
Can we take vacation outside of the regular school holidays?
Are the three yearly expeditions required?
Do you provide a hot lunch, and is it included in the fees?