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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.

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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.

We are hiring, join our team

LAKESIDE SCHOOL VIDEO

Discover what makes our school so special to the teachers, parents and students who work,
play and learn here at Black Kettle Farm.

Parents & Children Birth to 3 Years

Children Ages
1 & 2

Children Ages
4.6 to 6

Children Ages
3 to 4.5

Children Ages
4 to 6

LAKESIDE SCHOOL NEWS

Annual Appeal 2024

Please join us in reaching our goal of $45,000 and help ensure a 2024-2025 school year of wonder and growth for our children. Your gift provides the PROMISE of a sustainable future for our school, our children, and our community.

As a 501(c)3 non-profit organization, all gifts to Lakeside School are tax-deductible.
Please use the enclosed envelope to send your tax-deductible contribution or send your contribution via PayPal or GiveButter. OR You can mail us a check at 6 Leaning Road, Essex, NY 12936!

Exciting news: Fall session of Mountain Tots to continue through the Winter

We are excited to announce a winter session of our beloved Mountain Tots program! This program is free of charge for families with children up to 3 y/o.

This program is made possible by the generous support of The Glenn and Carol Adirondack Foundation.