Why Bethany Lutheran School?
More Than a School. A Place to Grow.
Choosing a school is one of the most important decisions a family makes.
At Bethany Lutheran School, we believe children need more than academic knowledge. They need a strong foundation in God's Word, teachers who know them and care about them, opportunities to discover their God-given talents, and a community that helps them grow in confidence and character.
Bethany brings those things together in one Christ-centered school serving children from Preschool 2 through 8th grade in Naperville, Illinois.
1. Built on Christ
Bethany is a Lutheran Christian school and part of The Lutheran Church—Missouri Synod.
Our students learn about God's Word throughout their education and are encouraged to understand who they are as God's children and how they can serve God and their neighbors.
Christian faith is not simply another subject at Bethany. It is part of the culture of our school.
2. Academic Excellence
A Christian education should also be an excellent education.
Bethany provides a strong academic program in literacy, mathematics, science, history, religion and other core subjects, with additional opportunities in music, art, band, drama, physical education, and Spanish.
Our curriculum is aligned with Illinois requirements and Lutheran curriculum standards, and our students consistently perform above national counterparts on MAP assessments.
We challenge students to think critically, communicate clearly, solve problems and become confident learners.
3. Preschool Through 8th Grade
Bethany offers something many families value: continuity.
A child can begin at Bethany as a 2-year-old preschool student and remain part of the same school community through 8th grade.
That means fewer major school transitions, familiar teachers and families, opportunities for older students to lead, and a community where children can grow up together.
4. Teachers Who Know Their Students
Children learn best when they know they are known, valued and cared for.
Bethany's teachers and staff work closely with families to support each child's academic, social, emotional and spiritual development.
Our goal is not simply to teach a class of students. It is to know and encourage individual children.
5. Opportunities to Discover God-Given Talents
Every child has different gifts.
Bethany gives students opportunities to discover and develop those gifts through academics, athletics, music, art, band, drama, service, leadership and other activities.
Students are encouraged to try something new, develop confidence and learn how their abilities can be used to serve others.
6. A Strong Middle School Experience
The middle school years are an important time of growth.
Bethany's 6th–8th grade students continue to receive a strong academic education while benefiting from opportunities for electives, athletics, fine arts, leadership, collaboration and service.
Because Bethany is a preschool-through-8th-grade school, younger students also have opportunities to see older students leading, serving and participating in the life of the school.
7. A Partnership With Parents
We believe parents and teachers are partners in a child's education.
Families are welcomed into the life of Bethany through school events, volunteer opportunities, parent organizations, classroom experiences, athletics, performances and community activities.
We want parents to know that they are not simply sending their child to school. They are becoming part of a school community.
8. A Community That Lasts
Ask Bethany families what they value most, and you will hear many different answers.
Some will talk about academics.
Some will talk about faith.
Some will talk about teachers.
Some will talk about friendships, athletics, music or special memories.
But many families describe something bigger: a sense of belonging.
Bethany has been educating children since 1930, and generations of students and families have become part of the Bethany community.
Is Bethany Right for Your Family?
Every family has different priorities when choosing a school.
If you are looking for a private Christian school in Naperville, a Lutheran school, a preschool beginning at age 2, or a Preschool 2 through 8th grade educational experience, we invite you to learn more about Bethany.
Come visit us.
Meet our teachers.
See our classrooms.
Ask questions.
Experience Bethany for yourself.
Schedule a Tour
The first step is to fill out this inquiry form: https://bl-il.client.renweb.com/oa/inquiry.cfm?memberId=19151&districtCode=bl-il
Bethany Lutheran School
1550 Modaff Road
Naperville, IL 60565
Linda Fox, Admissions Director
630-355-6607
lfox@bethanylcs.org
Built on Christ. Academic Excellence. Service to Others.