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By foot we explore the wilds; with hands we work together;
through love we connect to each other.

Balancing heart, head, and hands through adventures at Black Kettle Farm.

WELCOME TO LAKESIDE 

Lakeside School is a Farm & Forest Waldorf school in Essex County, New York that serves families with young children. Situated amidst the Adirondack Mountains and the fertile farmland of the Boquet River Valley, our school provides an enriching natural setting for our many programs, including year-round child care, a farm- and forest-based Pre-K and Kindergarten programs, and a parent-child play group.

LAKESIDE SCHOOL VIDEO
Discover what makes our school so special to the teachers, parents and students who work,
play and learn here at Black Kettle Farm.
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LAKESIDE SCHOOL NEWS

2024-2025 enrollment is open

Due to high demand, there are limited spots available for the 2024-2025 school year.

Enrollment for summer programs is closed.

If you are interested in enrolling your child in our Sprouts, Pre-K or Kindergarten, please reach out to arrange a visit. 

Mountain Tots Spring session starts on Friday, April 12. Lakeside is offering this session FREE OF CHARGE for families with children up to 3 years old. Please register by sending an email to the administrator at admin@lakesideschoolinessex.com

Spring Fling Gala scheduled for Saturday, May 18, 5-8 pm. Join us at our historic barn and celebrate community!

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CONTACT US

Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm

6 Leaning Road
Essex, NY 12936
(518) 963-7385
info@lakesideschoolinessex.org

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Updated March 20, 2024

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