The Guide to Lafayette Schools,
Admissions Tours and Open Houses
Lafayette Mom aims to make living in Lafayette, LA easier for parents. There’s a good chance that Lafayette Mom has a resource for what your family needs, whether that’s a list of fun splash pads, a list of local daycares or a list of the best schools in Lafayette, Louisiana. Choosing a school is a BIG decision and not one that comes easily. It is our hope that this guide to Lafayette, Louisiana schools and open houses will make it easier for you to navigate open house season and any educational decisions that your family may be making this year.
If you would like to know what LOCAL moms think about the schools in the Lafayette, Louisiana area you can also join the Lafayette Mom Neighborhood groups. These groups are a great place to ask all the pressing questions you may have about school culture, uniforms, daily routines living in Lafayette, Louisiana with kids and more.
Would you like to have your school added to this guide?
Please email karen{@}thelafayettemom{dot}com.
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Ascension
Episcopal School
What is the Ascension Advantage? Ascension provides each student with a BALANCED opportunity to achieve high standards in academics, fine arts, athletics, and spirituality. The dedicated faculty not only imparts knowledge but also cares for and nurtures the HEARTS of each child through Christian values. Students grow as INDIVIDUALS spiritually, emotionally, socially, and physically, giving them the confidence to be leaders amongst their peers. Faculty encourages and celebrates talents and passions SAFELY through innovative teaching, robust extracurricular programs, and relationship building. This is the Ascension Advantage.
SAVE THE DATE FOR OUR OPEN HOUSE
October 8, 2026, at 9 am for Preschool Open House (PK3- K)
Lower School (1-4), Middle School (5-7) and Upper School (8-12th)
Please call Director of Admissions, Angelle Adams, at (337) 233-9748 ext. 501 to schedule your private tour.
Ascension Episcopal School admits students of all races, religions and national or ethnic backgrounds who meet the criteria for admission.
DiscoveryFlex
At Discovery Schools, we believe in providing a learning experience that is both dynamic and engaging. DiscoveryFlex is a hybrid virtual learning program that offers students the flexibility and convenience of online learning while still providing in-person support. Students can access course materials and resources at their own pace, promoting independence and accommodating different learning styles and schedules. Discovery campuses have certified teachers available, allowing students to schedule in-person or virtual instructional support as needed.
Why DiscoveryFlex?
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Flexibility without sacrificing structure, support, or community
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Tuition-free charter school open to all Louisiana residents
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Online learning with optional in-person support and extracurricular engagement at your closest campus
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Backed by the standards of the Discovery Charter Schools Network
DiscoveryFlex has a rolling admissions process. All residents of Louisiana are eligible to apply. For further details, visit www.DiscoveryFlex.org.
Episcopal School
of Acadiana
Every day is an open house at ESA. Visit our website to schedule a private tour.
Sts. Peter and Paul
Catholic School
Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic School, lovingly known as SPPS, provides Catholic education for students from PreK3 to 8th grade. We provide students and families alike the opportunity to remain in one place at one school, for up to 11 years. Our students are more than just a number. They are a part of our faith filled family where academic excellence and lasting friendships are built everyday. Leadership at SPPS is shared by a team of richly experienced educators who facilitate teacher collaboration across grade levels. This creates a seamless transition in the curriculum from one grade to the next. With dedicated teachers, a supportive community, and opportunities to succeed both inside and outside the classroom, SPPS is a place where students are inspired to thrive. Schedule a tour. Be a Knight!
Open House Date :: Tuesday, November 10th at 6 pm.
Berchmans
Academy
At Berchmans, our mission is to guide every young man spiritually, socially and academically into a confident contributor and trailblazer for his community. We are experts in boys education and strive to develop well-rounded, wholehearted leaders.
Our school offers one of the most unique settings in the world — a learning environment steeped in 200 years of history and rooted in the Catholic faith. See the sights that make Berchmans such a special place for students of all ages.
Academy of the
Sacred Heart
In our unique environment specifically designed to cater to the needs of girls, our students are challenged to learn, grow, become leaders, and achieve their greatest hopes and dreams. Our Sacred Heart girls are scientists, mathematicians, explorers, writers, actors, singers, and athletes. In an environment where they are nurtured and free to grow, they do not hold back.
Lafayette Living &
Education Resources
Signs Your Child is Ready for Preschool
Development in young children sometimes happens in leaps and sometimes in crawls. Instead of relying on a date on a birth certificate or on whether your child knows letters and numbers, look for several of these signs of preschool readiness.
Creating Healthy Screen Time Habits
We strongly encourage you to be involved in your child’s online activity. Trust your gut. If you feel like something is inappropriate, unhealthy, or lacking balance, take action. We owe it to ourselves and our kids to be better digital citizens.
The Case for Single Gender Schools
“After a lot of conversation and prayerful consideration, we made the decision to send our children to single gender schools, and we have been able to watch as our children blossom and grow into the best versions of themselves.”
Tips to Help Manage Academic Transitions
When looking at academic and social transitions for our children, we often fret over the minor things such as uniform changes, new dismissal times and carpool schedules, and homework load. But in addition to those surface-level changes, there are big transitions happening as our toddlers learn to carry their own backpacks and wave goodbye to the car rather than being escorted to the classroom.
So You Have Decided to Homeschool
Even if you have chosen to send your child to school, you can at ANY TIME decide to pull them out and homeschool. You do not have to wait until the end of a year. Let’s make a checklist for things to think about once you’ve committed to homeschooling your child.
Why We Chose Catholic Schools
“The sense of community combined with the Catholic education made our choice a no-brainer. It would be a life-long sacrifice, and it is a spiritual and financial commitment, but Catholic school would be our choice. I truly hope my girls get the same rewards I got from my Catholic education.”
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