NEW DIRECTIONS LEARNING COMMUNITY

New Directions Learning Community is a public charter elementary school that is part of the Kaukauna Area School District school district, located in Kaukauna, WI with about 239 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 4th Grade. With about 14 teachers, New Directions Learning Community has a student/teacher ratio of about 17:1. 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.

New Directions Learning Community (NDLC) is a public charter school located in Kaukauna, Wisconsin, serving students in grades 4K through 4. Operating under the umbrella of the Kaukauna Area School District, the school is distinguished by its commitment to a multi-age learning environment. By grouping students across different grade levels, NDLC fosters a collaborative atmosphere where students can learn at their own pace, develop strong social-emotional skills, and benefit from a more personalized approach to education that emphasizes student-led inquiry and hands-on discovery.

The school’s philosophy centers on creating a tight-knit "learning community" that prioritizes the partnership between students, educators, and families. NDLC focuses on the "whole child," integrating core academic standards with character development and environmental stewardship. Through their small-school setting and project-based learning initiatives, New Directions strives to cultivate independent, creative, and engaged learners who are well-prepared for the transition to middle school and beyond.

For more information, contact New Directions Learning Community at (920) 766-6116 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.