Skip to main content

At The Leelanau School, we offer day and boarding students in grades 9-12 an educational experience where integrated learning support, individualized attention, small classes, and a commitment to whole-person wellness are at the center of what we do.

Students discover and develop their strengths as both students and citizens with the guidance of engaged faculty committed to cultivating a school where students know and embrace themselves as learners – no matter how they learn.  

Get to Know Leelanau

In Person. In Nature. Inspiring.

Request More Information or contact Kate Caliri, Dean of Admission, to start the conversation today. 

In Person Learning Happening Now

Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!

Come forth into the light of things. Let nature be your teacher. – William Wordsworth

Explore Campus

See our beautiful Northern Michigan campus from a drone’s eye view! 

Nestled in the woods our stunning and secluded 42-acre campus is a place to learn, like no other.

A BETTER WAY TO LEARN

Experiential Learning

Academics

Academics at The Leelanau School go beyond hands on. We engage all your senses in learning to include kinesthetic, visual, and verbal learning. Through our methods, students are immersed in the learning experience. When you go out to collect data from the Crystal River for Biology class, you will not only be asked to note what the instrumental readings are, but also what you observe through sight, sound and smell.

Music, Visual Arts & Theater

Photography and Darkroom
Ceramics
Improv
Singing and Songwriting
Applied Design
Musical Theater
“Mighty Snappy” Band

You don’t have to come with a talent, we will help you discover and develop your talents.

Health & Wellness

The Leelanau School feels that students need to develop healthy lifestyles for their lifetimes. Our overall wellness program is designed around this premise by providing activities and guidance.

You won’t find fatty, fried foods in our cafeteria line.

Facebook Feed

The Leelanau School

Comments Box SVG iconsUsed for the like, share, comment, and reaction icons
11 hours ago
The Leelanau School

"If you are looking for a special place that will be like a second home to your child, with loving staff, incredible teachers, and a once in a lifetime experience, this is the place. I genuinely get emotional when I talk about how much we love this place and what an incredible difference this school has made on our child's self esteem, education, and life in general. This school was a HARD decision for us as a really close knit family to decide on for many reasons: price, distance, being away from your child. But, someone recommended it and after visiting and touring the campus our son fell in love with it. He has loved all 4 years there, and I will tell anyone who listens that without this school my son would not be and have the things he has today (confidence, music skills, comfort with adults, and an education like none other). My advice to anyone on the fence is just GO VISIT. Very simple, go and visit and spend a day on campus." Kristen Adams | Current Parent
#abetterwaytolearn #parentperspective #secondhome #spendadaywithus #boardingschoollife
... See MoreSee Less

If you are looking for a special place that will be like a second home to your child, with loving staff, incredible teachers, and a once in a lifetime experience, this is the place. I genuinely get emotional when I talk about how much we love this place and what an incredible difference this school has made on our childs self esteem, education, and life in general. This school was a HARD decision for us as a really close knit family to decide on for many reasons: price, distance, being away from your child. But, someone recommended it and after visiting and touring the campus our son fell in love with it. He has loved all 4 years there, and I will tell anyone who listens that without this school my son would not be and have the things he has today (confidence, music skills, comfort with adults, and an education like none other). My advice to anyone on the fence is just GO VISIT. Very simple, go and visit and spend a day on campus. Kristen Adams | Current Parent
#abetterwaytolearn #parentperspective #secondhome #spendadaywithus #boardingschoollife

We rounded out Spirit Week with Twin and Hippie Days. Groovy, dudes! #spiritweek #schoolspirit #community #abetterwaytolearn #theleelanauschool ... See MoreSee Less

We rounded out Spirit Week with Twin and Hippie Days. Groovy, dudes! #spiritweek #schoolspirit #community #abetterwaytolearn #theleelanauschoolImage attachmentImage attachment+3Image attachment

Something fishy was going on in Mr. Blondia's Environmental Science class today! Leelanau students cooked up both farm-raised and fresh-caught fish to compare the taste differences. Not only did they enjoy a tasty treat, but they also learned about the environmental impacts of each method and had loads to share about the consequences our food choices have on our pla#abetterwaytolearnl#handsonlearningr#environmentalsciencei#sustainabilityility ... See MoreSee Less

Something fishy was going on in Mr. Blondias Environmental Science class today! Leelanau students cooked up both farm-raised and fresh-caught fish to compare the taste differences. Not only did they enjoy a tasty treat, but they also learned about the environmental impacts of each method and had loads to share about the consequences our food choices have on our planet. #abetterwaytolearn #handsonlearning #environmentalscience #sustainabilityImage attachmentImage attachment+2Image attachment

Imagine practicing your Spanish around a campfire while roasting chestnuts. Or using the telescope under the night sky to learn your constellations for your astronomy class. At Leelanau there is no bell to begin and end the day, so learning opportunities can happen all day - and all night - long!

At Leelanau, our intentionally small school offers day and boarding students, grades 9-12, an educational experience where individualized attention, integrated learning support, small classes, and a creative commitment to whole-person learning and living are at the center of what we do.

Leelanau is currently accepting applications for Fall 2024. Reimagine yourself, and take the next step with us. Book a Zoom Meet with our Dean of Admission Kate, schedule a campus tour or shadow experience, or begin your application! Send us a DM or visit: bit.ly/3SKLSuU
#ReimagineLearning #fall2024 #schoolwithoutbells #classroomwithoutwalls #theleelanauschool #abetterwaytolearn
... See MoreSee Less

Imagine practicing your Spanish around a campfire while roasting chestnuts. Or using the telescope under the night sky to learn your constellations for your astronomy class. At Leelanau there is no bell to begin and end the day, so learning opportunities can happen all day - and all night - long! 

At Leelanau, our intentionally small school offers day and boarding students, grades 9-12, an educational experience where individualized attention, integrated learning support, small classes, and a creative commitment to whole-person learning and living are at the center of what we do.

Leelanau is currently accepting applications for Fall 2024. Reimagine yourself, and take the next step with us. Book a Zoom Meet with our Dean of Admission Kate, schedule a campus tour or shadow experience, or begin your application! Send us a DM or visit: https://bit.ly/3SKLSuU  
#reimaginelearning #fall2024 #schoolwithoutbells #classroomwithoutwalls #theleelanauschool #abetterwaytolearn

1 CommentComment on Facebook

Great School and great opportunity for students to actually learn.

Gotta groutfit? This is one of our favorite Spirit Week theme days! Thankfully we have blue skies today to accompany our gray attire. #spiritweek #schoolspirit #grayisthenewblack #community #abetterwaytolearn ... See MoreSee Less

Gotta groutfit? This is one of our favorite Spirit Week theme days! Thankfully we have blue skies today to accompany our gray attire. #spiritweek #schoolspirit #grayisthenewblack #community #abetterwaytolearn

It appears the faculty were playing to win during yesterday's Dress Like a Food Day! We see your asparagus-ness, Mr. Jar#spiritweekt#schoolspiritp#foodieso#springp#theleelanauschoolc#abetterwaytolearnlearn ... See MoreSee Less

It appears the faculty were playing to win during yesterdays Dress Like a Food Day! We see your asparagus-ness, Mr. Jarvis! #spiritweek #schoolspirit #foodies #spring #theleelanauschool #abetterwaytolearn

National I AM Day is a reminder to set time aside for daily positive affirmation and self-care. At Leelanau, we celebrate daily the individuality of each community member and the unique joy they bring to our campus.

I AM curious, playful, and creative.
I AM open to new ideas.
I AM uniquely gifted to help my community.
I AM learning to become the best version of myself.
I AM LEELANAU!

#NATIONALIAMDAY #positiveaffirmations #abetterwaytolearn #community #theleelanauschool
... See MoreSee Less

National I AM Day is a reminder to set time aside for daily positive affirmation and self-care. At Leelanau, we celebrate daily the individuality of each community member and the unique joy they bring to our campus.

I AM curious, playful, and creative.
I AM open to new ideas.
I AM uniquely gifted to help my community.
I AM learning to become the best version of myself.
I AM LEELANAU!

#NATIONALIAMDAY #positiveaffirmations #abetterwaytolearn #community #theleelanauschool

1 CommentComment on Facebook

🤍🤍🤍 LEELANAU ROCKS! 🤍🤍🤍

Load more