Lower School
Nurturing Enthusiastic Learners
At Saint Edward’s Lower School, your child’s journey as a Pirate begins with a foundation of trust and joy.
We create a safe and supportive environment where your child can approach learning with confidence, explore freely and follow their natural curiosity.
From Little Pirates (PK3) onward, teachers introduce age-appropriate challenges that build problem-solving skills independently and with peers, fostering a love of learning and helping your child grow into a confident, capable lifelong learner.
Early Childhood
Little Pirates (PK3) & PK4
Primary Education
Grades K–2
Intermediate Education
Grades 3–5
Academic Achievements & Adventures
"Snow" Much Fun in PK4
![PK4 students experience "snow" in Florida.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782236671/stedsorg/vojimvkhpzmrv9vajbru/SnowMuchFuninPK4.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782236671/stedsorg/vojimvkhpzmrv9vajbru/SnowMuchFuninPK4.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782236671/stedsorg/vojimvkhpzmrv9vajbru/SnowMuchFuninPK4.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782236671/stedsorg/vojimvkhpzmrv9vajbru/SnowMuchFuninPK4.png","width":1080}])
Our PK4 scientists explored the exciting question: How does snow form? They learned that snow begins in cold clouds when tiny water droplets freeze into ice crystals. As more crystals stick together, they grow into snowflakes, and when they become heavy enough, they fall to the ground as snow! To bring the learning to life, students created their own “snow” during a hands-on experiment, observing how materials can change and working together to explore this chilly science concept. It was a fun way to connect weather, science and sensory play while sparking curiosity about the world around us!
A Milestone in Writing: Second Graders Learn Cursive
![Second graders proudly display their cursive handwriting work.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1782236455/stedsorg/dny3iwwgni0sqoh6pcyf/AMilestoneinWritingSecondGradersLearnCursive.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1782236455/stedsorg/dny3iwwgni0sqoh6pcyf/AMilestoneinWritingSecondGradersLearnCursive.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1782236455/stedsorg/dny3iwwgni0sqoh6pcyf/AMilestoneinWritingSecondGradersLearnCursive.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1782236455/stedsorg/dny3iwwgni0sqoh6pcyf/AMilestoneinWritingSecondGradersLearnCursive.png","width":1080}])
Second graders reached an exciting milestone as they transitioned from print to cursive writing through the Handwriting Without Tears curriculum. As students learn to connect letters and form words in cursive, they are developing more than just a new handwriting style; they are strengthening fine motor skills, improving hand-eye coordination and building confidence as writers.
Evento Hispano
![Fifth graders take the stage for their final performance, the Evento Hispano.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1781807595/stedsorg/hi89dsa3nu6zipgmuq45/EventoHispano.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1781807595/stedsorg/hi89dsa3nu6zipgmuq45/EventoHispano.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1781807595/stedsorg/hi89dsa3nu6zipgmuq45/EventoHispano.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1781807595/stedsorg/hi89dsa3nu6zipgmuq45/EventoHispano.png","width":1080}])
Our fifth graders, under the direction of Señora Arias, impressed the crowd with their Evento Hispano. Stories from Don Quixote and Disney’s Coco came to life through vibrant dance, song and scenes, all in Spanish! It was a meaningful celebration of how far these bilingual students have come in their lower school journey. ¡Buena suerte, niños! We know you will do great things in middle school!
Our daughter is so happy, and that makes us happy also. She feels safe and is coming home fulfilled with all the new learning experiences.
She has excellent teachers and is getting exposed to Spanish and music, which I feel are so important. PE is another highlight, as is the playground. She has enough space and time to run around and play so she is tired at the end of the day and goes to bed happy!
We have been extremely pleased with the experience our daughter is having in the Lower School at Saint Edward's.
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