Loveland Classical Schools

My family absolutely loves this school. It feels somewhat like a private school environment in terms of the values instilled in children and the family atmosphere you feel with the faculty and administration. We love the academic curriculum mixing enough rigor for tons of learning with enough fun to keep the kids happy to be going every day. I currently have a 2nd grader and a kindergartner, and we've been in the school for 3 years. I definitely plan to send my younger two there as well. Parents are largely committed and involved, and it shows in the quality of the kids I interact with when I volunteer.

My son is attending half-day kindergarten at Loveland Classical Schools. I was very nervous going outside the public school system at first. But that feeling did not last long! Loveland Classical Schools is absolutely amazing! They have taken all the things we have lost in our current education system and implemented them in a seamless way. All the teachers work to truly challenge and encourage children to do their best (maybe even beyond what the students' realize they can do) in a way that encourages their educational self-efficacy. This is something that truly stands out about LCS. They are always looking for ways to promote critical thinking in every subject and emphasize the importance of hard work. The school creates a wonderful sense of community and promotes personal responsibility and integrity. The teachers there are so dedicated to the mission and philosophy of the school and work tirelessly for the children. I can personally say that my son's teachers truly care for him and are always looking out for his best interest as well as all of the students they are responsible for. Loveland Classical Schools is not only going to set my children up to be ahead of the curve educationally but personally. They are helping to create all around good, intelligent and contributing citizens. I HIGHLY RECOMMEND LCS!!

I couldn't be happier with our experience at Loveland Classical School. This past year I had three children enrolled; K, 1st, and 2nd.

I had previously home schooled my children and could have placed them in any school, and we toured multiple. At LCS the staff is warm and welcoming. The school does something special in that it not only holds students to high academic standards, but to high moral character as well.

Most importantly, my children loved the school. In fact, they are sad that summer vacation is here because they will miss seeing their teachers.

I would absolutely recommend this school to anyone.

My 3 children have been students at LCS from the beginning of the school. It was an adjustment, as the culture was different from the other public schools they had attended. The pain of adjustment was well worth it! My kids started coming home with new enthusiasm for what they were learning in history and other subjects. The teachers at LCS care about what they teach and have a firm grasp on their areas of expertise. The school is a community as well, with parents in the classrooms each day volunteering, and I have made dear friends there. I became employed at LCS as a part-time substitute teacher October 2011, and am now full-time, and can say with all honesty that the more I have gotten to know the teachers, leadership, and staff at the school, the more I have realized how genuine and caring everyone is. I am incredibly thankful that my children attend LCS and highly recommend this school.

My daughter transferred to Loveland Classical School (LCS) her 10th grade year. We have had a fantastic year and the transition was smooth. I would and have recommended LCS to families looking for a quality education and a safe and positive environment for their child. My daughter has enjoyed wonderful classroom discussions, she has progressed from zero German fluency to speaking fluently and even writing her literature study questions in the foreign language she is studying at LCS, and she has enjoyed her math and science classes. My daughter has especially enjoyed the Madrigal experience offered to her by LCS as well as the choir concerts and extra curricular drama program. I appreciate the low pressure environment. My daughter has not been stressed out about school this year. She has had a classical education with a bright and sunny disposition. She has experienced encouragement and patience from her teachers. I also would like to commend the administration on their ability to model the character traits they teach to the students.

Loveland Classical Schools has served our family well. We have four children in classes here ranging from 1st grade to 9th grade. We especially appreciate the emphasis on character development and we have found the dress code very manageable and non-problematic for our children. The administration has been highly responsive to the needs of staff and students in a variety of ways. I have seen firsthand how principal Ian Stout has initiated new programs and adjusted others to meet the changing needs of staff and students. I serve on the Student Accountability Committee (SAC) for LCS and have been impressed by Mr. Stout's care and respect for those with whom he works including special needs students. LCS is fully compliant with district and state requirements for students with special needs. Overall, we can recommend LCS to other families with full confidence.

I have attended Loveland Classical Schools since its opening three years ago. As a junior, my high school experience at LCS has been nothing short of outstanding. The passion of the staff is truly incredible. Every teacher radiates enthusiasm and excitement for the subject they are teaching. Classes are rarely boring as students are encouraged to participate in engaging class discussions. Reason and logic are constantly used, keeping the student engrossed in intellectual classroom conversations. In past schools, I had been taught to simply memorize and regurgitate facts, however, LCS teaches the importance of thinking for one's self. My classes have not all been easy, for as a school we seek to achieve “the highest scholarly standard,” but there has been nothing that I was not able to achieve through hard work and dedication. Though the class work may be difficult you are by no means left on your own to figure it out. The teachers are always willing to help and I have had teachers give up their lunch periods and stay late after school to provide the additional help I needed. I could continue to list more and more things that make Loveland Classical a truly outstanding school. My parents have made it clear that I may attend the high school of my choice and every year I have chosen LCS. Loveland Classical is truly both a parent and student choice school.

We have had a wonderful experience at Loveland Classical's high school. Classroom sizes are smaller and the students really benefit from the individualized attention they receive because of this. The administration of the school is supportive to family, students, and teachers alike, a near impossible balance to maintain, yet somehow Ian Stout manages this with graciousness and respect. The students at the school are a great mix of different viewpoints, backgrounds, etc., so my student is able to hear an entire spectrum of opinions during classroom discussions (which is something often lacking in other more homogenous charter schools). LCS is also very welcoming and accommodating to students with 504s and IEPs, again something often lacking in charter schools--and also why I would argue that their test scores are lower than other charter schools; they actually work with kids that need student services instead of trying to phase them out. The teachers are one of the greatest gifts of this school. They love what they teach. You can tell this isn't "just a job" for them; it's a calling. They treat the high school kids as adults and have a great mentoring relationship with most of them. Lastly, the amount of extra curricular activities here really help create more well-rounded students. For the size of the school, there's a great amount of activities for kids to be involved in. And since the school is a smaller size, students can be involved in many different activities, not just things they already specialize in. I would definitely recommend this school to anyone looking for a enriching, supportive, and challenging high school experience for their children.

This school is AMAZING I can't brag enough about how amazing it is to send my kids here. From the staff to the curriculum to the values and the way the administration handles things. I was looking for a school for my son who is advanced and public school was not cutting it. It was between this school or a private school. I would happily pay a tuition for the kind of education my son receives and so grateful that he goes here tuition free. I drive over a half hour to drop him off and it's worth it everyday to see his face light up with excitement and joy
Thank you LCS for making this school so AMAZING!

We've been at LCS for 4 years now and are so happy with our experience. It does operate differently than a traditional public school (having different teachers for each subject, like you would find in a high school) and it works well for us. Our kids love their teachers and LCS. It's wonderful to have this classical education option available within our public school district.

I've been a student at LCS for two years, and I love it. We are given opportunities that not a lot of kids are given in schools. For example, we are offered to join competitions, this year, the ninth and tenth grade got offered to join the history day competition. Next year, the choir will be given the choice to participate in state competition. We encourage people to come, and to learn. We act as a family, we support each other, we care for each other, and we wont let any of our people fall behind. Personally, once I am old enough for children, I would send my children to LCS. I want them to have the best education possible. I want them to grow up with modesty, intelligence, honour, and loyalty. LCS as a whole has one mission, to be the best school that there is to offer to parents and kids everywhere. So far, we're doing a great job. I will admit, we aren't a perfect school, but we are better then some of the other schools; because we care, and we support.

As a parent of two kids at this school, I'm very happy. While this school doesn't have everything, it provides an education that is exceptional with what they do have (most important part of going to school). This school truly challenges my kids in a way that allows them to thrive and grow in a safe environment. We've been here for almost 2 years now and the school keeps getting better and better. There are numerous opportunities to volunteer and help improve and become involved. The staff here are wonderful and communicate with us both about good and not so good things (verbally and electronically) that they see develop in our children. We hope to see the school continue to grow and expand and to set the mark in Loveland and surrounding areas for quality education. If you are interested, I'd recommend checking out one of their informational sessions posted on the website.

I am currently a junior at LCS. I am so grateful that my parents pushed me to go here in my freshman year. Being a student at LCS has taught me so many lessons that I am going to use throughout my life! I am being taught to stand by what I believe and to defend it even when most of my peers may be opposition to it. We are encouraged to not be afraid to make mistakes, because we learn from mistakes that are made. LCS has also helped me to appreciate and enjoy learning.
The teachers of LCS provide us with inspiring examples to follow not only for their love of learning, but also of the other traits that were mentioned above. They work so hard for us and care very deeply about each student. They greatly desire to see each of us to succeed in life and do their best to encourage and help us along.
LCS is wonderful school that provides the opportunity to learn and grow in many areas. I greatly encourage you to research this school more and to see if it will suit your needs and wants.

What a blessing this school has been for our family! Each of my children adore their teachers, and look forward to going to school each day!

The staff here is phenomenal! I could not ask for better communication, professionalism, or genuine care for the students.

We have a grandchild in 2nd grade and two in 6th grade at the Academy. This is our first year at LCS, and as a grandparent I am amazed with the learning that is happening in this environment . As a former teacher, I am thrilled. I only wish our other 8 grandchildren could have attended here.

All three of my boys are at LCS and we are fortunate for it. The curriculum is actually challenging and it focuses on PROVEN teaching methods which have accelerated my children's results and sparked a new found love for school! #LCS #lions

Only being founded for two years, they seem to want to adapt but also provide a structured learning environment. I am a parent of two students here and so far (even with a few new by idiosyncrasies) I am pleased with the direction they are going.

Great campus with teachers that will help your child's learning blossom.

They go the extra mile with your.kids . This is a great school

Wonderful classical charter school. Very nice classical approach.