Inspiring minds and engaging hearts to transform God's world 

Academic Excellence

Personal Growth

Spiritual Development

Are you looking for a school community...

For your child to learn and connect? 

That supports your family’s faith and values? 

Which values parental involvement? 

For your child to build relationships? 

Consider London Christian Elementary School

Where faith and learning meet life.

Nurturing Minds and Souls

Academic Excellence

Christian Worldview

Exceptional, Qualified Teachers

Positive Learning Environment

WHY PARENTS CHOOSE LONDON CHRISTIAN ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

  • A Curriculum Where Christ is the Foundation

    A Christian education guides our curriculum, our teaching, our learning, our decisions, our behaviour, and our values. Students learn to examine how all of life can be understood in a biblical worldview. We joyfully sing, pray, and read God’s word every day.

  • An Environment Where Learners Thrive

    LCES makes learning dynamic and engaging for the students. Students are encouraged to ask questions, try new things, and develop critical thinking skills through innovative and transformative learning experiences.

  • A School That Partners With Parents

    Educating a child for life requires an entire community. We actively encourage and value parent involvement, fostering a supportive community where parents are integral partners in shaping their child's academic and personal growth.

  • A Space Where Children are Nurtured

    There are many opportunities for students to experience positive learning environments, leadership opportunities, cross-grade connections, service projects, and learning experiences that help them see how they are part of God’s story and how they can live that out every day.

Quick Facts That Set Us Apart 

197

Students K - 8 

1961

Founded

100% 

Teachers are Ontario Certified (OCT)

30 

Different Congregations and Faith Communities 

Why a Christian Education at LCES?

testimonials

"The old saying goes that it takes a village to raise a child. What a fantastic thing to have our children being taught the things of God at church, at home AND at school!"

LCES Parent 

“I have the utmost confidence that God is at work in this school and that loving teachers have equipped my children in faith with an unequalled foundation to go forth and face the world. I've been a proud supporter of the school for many years and will continue to support the Lord's work at London Christian Elementary School so that other parents will be able to send their children!” 

LCES Former Student and Former Parent 

"One of the unique things about LCES, and also one of our favorite parts, is the interaction between the younger and older grades. As a younger child, it gives you that special someone in the older grades to look up to and trust. When you are older and it is time for you to be a buddy to a younger child, it gives you a sense of responsibility, and leadership. It is also a lot of fun to hang out with the cute little kids." 

LCES Student 

Simple Steps to EnrolL

Secure Your Spot For Your Child Today! 

Schedule a Tour

Meet with our principal to discuss the educational needs of your family, and be introduced to our staff, students, and our building.

Complete and Submit the Family Application Form 

Share what we need to know about your child to ensure that they would flourish in our school, if accepted for enrollment. 

Become part of the LCES family 

Upon final confirmation of enrollment, your child begins an educational journey in a warm, friendly learning community.

Simple Steps to Enroll

Secure Your Spot For Your Child Today! 

Schedule a Tour

Meet with our principal to discuss the educational needs of your family, be introduced to our staff, students, and our building.

Complete and Submit the Family Application Form 

Sharing what we need to know about your child to ensure that they would flourish in our school, if accepted for enrollment. 

Become part of the LCES family 

Upon final confirmation of enrollment, your child begins an educational journey in a warm, friendly learning community.

At London Christian Elementary School, we believe that educating your child for life requires an entire community, and we want to partner with you.

Let us share with you some of the ways we make learning dynamic and engaging for our students, and some characteristics that make London Christian Elementary School unique. We would like to share our 2024-25 Viewbook, Kindergarten Viewbook, and Support Services Viewbook for you to download.

Christian Values Lead Magnet

Frequently Asked Questions

For all your questions, we've got answers. Take your time browsing through this page. Answers can be found by clicking on each link. For any other questions you have, please contact us. We are excited to show you how London Christian Elementary School is what you are looking for in your child's education. 

  • Who sends their children to London Christian Elementary School?

    The LCES school community is made up of Christian parents who are looking for a school where the home, school and church all support each other. Over 35 Christian churches are represented at LCES by families who are enrolled at LCES.

  • Who operates the school?

    London Christian Elementary School is an independent Christian elementary school. It is operated by the LCES Society, which is governed by a school board, elected from supporting parent and community members. The school is funded by the membership and supporting community. As an incorporated not-for-profit organization, the society's purpose is the establishment, promotion and maintenance of Christian instruction in London.

  • What organizations is LCES a member of?

    LCES is affiliated with Edvance Christian Schools, a Christian school organization based in Burlington, Ontario. We are part of the Woodstock District of Edvance, comprised of area Christian schools in Woodstock, Strathroy, Aylmer, London, St. Thomas and Clinton. Edvance represents over 70 elementary and secondary schools with 700 teachers and 10,000 students throughout the province. Our school is also part of Christian Schools Cananda and Christian Schools International. 


    LCES is designated as an independent school. In September 2000 we obtained recognition and assistance through Home and Community Care (HCC) for students in independent schools who require health services.  Many students at the school receive some type of health service from HCC, such as physiotherapy, speech therapy, personal support worker services, etc.

  • Do students participate in standardized testing?

    Yes. We use the Measure of Acadmic Progress (MAP) tool three times per school year. 

  • Does the school provide transportation?

    LCES has a bus service as an option (not a requirement) for parents. One-way and two-way busing options are available. See the transportation section under School Life for more details.

  • How long has the school been in operation?

    In 1961, a small but dedicated group believed so strongly in Christian education that they started a school where children could begin to chart their courses in the world and make a difference for God.It was called London Parental Christian School to reflect the goal that their children, in partnership with family and church, learn to love and serve the Lord.


    These early leaders were dreamers … wearing workboots. They may have started with just two classrooms and $654.64 in the bank – but with prayer and sweat and determination and an overflowing measure of God's grace, they built a school whose vision would last beyond them.


    This little school grew in physical size: in steps large and larger, we added more classrooms, a gym, a library.


    This school also grew in influence: its graduates became business leaders and community-builders who lived out their faith in their daily lives.


    In 2008, we undertook our biggest expansion ever, a $3-million leap towards helping our pupils learn even better in the many ways God has gifted them.Our expansion campaign – we called it "Faith in Motion” – was also audacious; yet it is was a bold affirmation that God had blessed this Christ-centred learning well beyond our original vision and beyond our original walls.


    Now we have a dedicated music room; a learning commons with computer lab area, conference rooms adjacent to classrooms; specialized rooms for JK and SK; and a spacious, welcoming entrance and office area. Students now enjoy use of 14 new or refurbished classrooms.


    Along with the expansion came a name change -- to London Christian Elementary School -- that better reflects the more than 30 different congregations and faith communities from which our pupils come.


    Our pupils come from across London and around the world; some from down the street, others from up the highway, across country concession roads or over oceans.


    They value the quality of the education they receive -- the exceptional, qualified teachers and the wide range of programs offered -- and they prize especially how God is integrated into each facet of their learning.


    We are excited about our today and hopeful for our future ... and we are grateful for our beginnings, in which God planted a seed among a few people and has shown Himself faithful for more than half a century.


    "How can we ever express our gratitude for all these undeserved blessings?”


    Peter DeKoter, one of the founder families, at the opening of London Parental Christian School, 1962