Welcome to Northern Light School! It is an honor to share with you the heart of our community and invite you to experience all that makes Northern Light such a vibrant and nurturing place for children to grow. More than a school, Northern Light is a place where students are truly seen, celebrated, and encouraged to shine in every aspect of their lives.
From the moment you walk through our doors, you will feel the embrace of a community built on love, trust, and genuine connection. We know that children thrive when they feel a deep sense of belonging. At Northern Light, relationships are at the heart of everything we do—between students and teachers, among peers, and with the families who partner with us in this joyful journey of learning.
Our foundation rests on four guiding values: Courage, Accountability, Respect, and Empathy. These values are not just words on a page; they live and breathe in our classrooms, hallways, and playgrounds every single day. Students are encouraged to show courage by trying new things, asking bold questions, and standing up for what is right. They learn the importance of accountability, taking responsibility for their choices and understanding the power of integrity. They grow in respect, honoring themselves, others, and the diverse perspectives that make our world beautiful. And they embody empathy, learning to walk alongside others with compassion, kindness, and an open heart. Together, these values shape the character of our students and prepare them to be thoughtful, principled global citizens.
At Northern Light, education is about more than academics—it is about nurturing the whole child. We want our students not only to excel in their studies, but also to develop the life skills and inner compass that will guide them well beyond our walls. By cultivating curiosity, creativity, and compassion, we empower children to discover their voices and recognize the responsibility of using their gifts to make a positive impact in the world. Whether students are making care packages at the food bank during our annual day of service, or reading to students 6 grades below them, NLS students know they are capable and trusted to care for one another every day.
Every student who comes to our school is met where they are, meaning our staff works diligently to understand what every student needs to succeed. Should a child need acceleration in coursework or differentiation for their learning needs, we take pride in having them join our NLS community and working with their family to support them to reach their full potential. It is part of why so many alumni go off to become doctors, educators, coaches, authors, athletes, social workers, and more. We merge our care for students with the necessary academic challenge required to push them to their goals.
I invite you to visit Northern Light School, experience what makes us special, and feel the excitement of learning in action in the eyes of our youth.
Derek Boyd
Head of School