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Your Schoolhouse on the Farm

wholesome • timeless • restful

We help fulfill the human need for growth, contentment, and belonging. At Sundial, your child is an essential part of a close-knit village, growing in knowledge and virtue with lasting friends.

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The Farmstead

Indoor and outdoor classrooms across 15 acres of woodlands, meadows, wetlands, gardens, and barns for an integrated curriculum that serves the whole child.

A student milks one of the school's goats

Our Programs

Microschool, After School Clubs, and Summer Camps each with flexible schedule options to meet your family’s unique needs.

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Your Classical Experience

Small classes and experienced teachers using Charlotte Mason methods to guide your child from wonder to wisdom.

Close to Everything

Just a mile north of East Lansing & right off I-69; rural life with urban benefits

Academic Excellence

Most students score above their enrolled grade level when compared nationally

Flexible Schedule

Drop-off between 8:30 and 9:00am. Pick-up between 3:30 and 5:30pm. 1, 4, or 5-day weekly options

Teacher/Student Ratio

1-to-9 for K-2nd 1-to-12 for 3rd-7th

Excellent Value

Tuition comparable to local alternatives but with a one-of-a-kind integrated arts, academics & agriculture program

Grade Ranges

Currently K-7th Expanding to K-12th

Visit

The school's bell used to call students from recess.

You will feel at home here. Come to the farmstead to see for yourself.

Contact

Students help care for the chickens year-round

Reach out anytime. We welcome inquiries and meeting new friends.