Mission, Vision and Values
At The Little School, the mission guides our daily work with students. It is what we do, while the vision is why we do it. Our values reflect how we interact and support one another as a community. These three components are the ethos of who we are as a school. We are proud to share these with you and to put them into action each day at The Little School.
Mission
The Little School cultivates authentic learning in community and the natural world, amplifying curiosity and expanding sense of self, belonging and possibility.
Vision
To foster vibrant understanding and promote action that advances sustainability, justice and joy.
Values
Members of the TLS community:
- Demonstrate a deep respect for childhood.
- Wonder, learn and reflect for continuous growth.
- Celebrate creativity, innovation, kindness and curiosity.
- Honor identity, foster belonging and promote justice.
- Steward the environment and engage nature.
- Cultivate and embrace joy.
"When we chose The Little School for our daughters, we thought we were giving them a fun childhood playing in the outdoors with caring people doing lots of rich learning. That was indeed the case. It turns out deep respect for themselves and others, nonstop thirst for inquiry, love of school and a propensity for collaboration also latched onto them at TLS and have followed them to middle and high school." — Kelly and Michael, TLS Alum Parents