WOODLAND PRIMARY SCHOOL

Woodland Primary School is a public elementary school that is part of the Woodland CCSD 50 school district, located in Gages Lake, IL with about 658 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to Kindergarten. Student demographics can be found below. With about 42 teachers, Woodland Primary School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Woodland Primary School, located at 17366 W. Gages Lake Road in Gages Lake, Illinois, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Woodland Community Consolidated School District 50. The school is specifically designed to cater to the needs of young learners, typically housing students in early childhood programs through second grade. As part of a larger district-wide grade-level configuration, Woodland Primary focuses on establishing a strong academic and social-emotional base, fostering a supportive environment that emphasizes early literacy, foundational mathematics, and the development of positive learning habits.

The school is characterized by its commitment to community-based education and the holistic development of its students. By concentrating on the primary years, Woodland Primary is able to tailor its instructional strategies and classroom environments to the unique developmental stages of younger children. The school works closely with families and the surrounding Gages Lake community to ensure a smooth transition into formal schooling, aiming to create an inclusive atmosphere where curiosity is encouraged and students feel prepared for the subsequent stages of their academic journey in the Woodland district.

For more information, contact Woodland Primary School at (847) 984-8700 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.