News & Updates

September 27, 2026

The Laurel School Is Growing

Junior Kindergarten and sixth grade are coming to The Laurel School in fall 2027. We’re opening new doors for families while staying true to what makes Laurel quietly remarkable: strong academics, meaningful relationships, and an unhurried approach to learning.

September 27, 2026

Let Them Play. Let Them Learn Their Limits.

A reflection from Dr. Johnathan Harris on children’s play, manageable risks, thoughtful supervision, and the room children need to learn their limits.

June 2026

Is My Child Ready for Kindergarten? Our FAQs for Parents Who Aren’t Overthinking It… Much.

Starting Kindergarten is one of the biggest transitions a family makes. We answer the questions parents actually ask, and remind you that you probably already know more than you think.

June 2026

The Laurel Difference: Why We Teach Cursive Handwriting

Schools across Richmond have quietly dropped cursive from their curriculum. At The Laurel School, we made a different choice — and the research backs us up.

June 2026

The Laurel School Is Hiring for the 2027–28 School Year

The Laurel School is growing, and we are looking for talented, passionate educators to join our team for the 2027–28 school year. We currently have three open positions: a Lower Elementary Teacher (K–2), an Upper Elementary Teacher (3–5), and an Instructional Assistant (JK–6).

At The Laurel School, every teacher is known by name, every child is seen as an individual, and every day is an opportunity to do something meaningful. We are a small, intentional community built on the belief that children deserve an education that is both deeply academic and deeply human.

If you are an educator who believes in intentional, inquiry-driven learning and wants to be part of something quietly remarkable, we would love to hear from you.

April 2026

Why We Started The Laurel School

The Laurel School was founded by educators who believed Richmond deserved a small, inquiry-driven school where every child is truly known. We wanted a place where outdoor learning is daily, relationships run deep, and academic excellence coexists with a joyful childhood. This is that place.