LAKESIDE SCHOOL AT BLACK KETTLE FARM
where every day is an outdoor day
Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization.
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 at Black Kettle Farm is a Farm & Forest school, inspired by Waldorf education in Essex County, New York, serving 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.
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LAKESIDE SCHOOL NEWS
We still have a few openings for the 2025-2026 school year!
If you are interested in childcare or enrolling your child in preschool or Kindergarten for the next school year, please reach out to our administrator at admin@lakesideschoolinessex.org
Mountain Tots is Back—and We’d Love to Welcome You!
Our 2025/26 Mountain Tots Program is coming soon! Held once a month on Saturdays, it’s perfect for families, little adventurers, and even expecting parents.
Children will explore, play, and connect with nature—all in a safe, nurturing environment. We’re working to offer the program free of charge, so everyone can join in the fun.
Stay tuned for dates and details—we can’t wait to see you at Mountain Tots!
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Lakeside School at Black Kettle Farm
6 Leaning Road
Essex, NY 12936
(518) 963-7385
info@lakesideschoolinessex.org
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Updated June 10, 2025